4-H Horse Program Grows Youth for Life

EBLINETM Nov./Dec. 2019 NNEBRASKA EXTENSION IN LANCASTER COUNTY 4-H Horse Program Grows Youth for Life

Kate Pulec Extension Assistant, Lancaster County

The horse is an animal that has provided people with many different services throughout history, from trans- portation, to agriculture, to recreation. A 2017 economic impact study of the United States horse industry estimated there are about 7.2 million horses in the U.S. and 180,000 of those horses reside in Nebraska. The horse industry currently contributes approximately $50 billion in direct economic impact to the U.S. economy and roughly 988,394 jobs (American Horse Council Foundation, 2018). Horses in the 4-H program provide youth with an even more important opportunity: the opportunity to gain life skills and lifelong friendships. About the 4-H Horse Program The mission of Nebraska 4-H is to empower youth to reach their full potential, working and learning in partnership with caring adults. Young people learn best when they are involved in their learning. The Lancaster County 4-H horse program does just that. Participation in the 4-H horse project and non-riding competitive horse-related contests are tools for youth to develop life skills such and state horse shows, horse judging the Lancaster County Super Fair. The and problem solving (Smith et al, 2006). as leadership, sportsmanship and handling and hippology contests, horsemanship Lancaster County Super Fair holds the Hannah Ronnau, a former 4-H pressure while simultaneously enhancing advancement level testings, hands-on longest county fair horse show in the state. horse program youth member, says, their horse knowledge (Anderson and learning clinics and shows. In 2019, the Super Fair 4-H horse show “Lancaster County’s horse program gave Karr-Lilienthal, 2011). This year, youth participated in featured 44 events spanning six days, me numerous valuable opportunities to Lancaster County’s 4-H horse the Lancaster County horse program with 109 horse exhibitors competing in improve my skills as an academic and an program is the largest in the state, with by joining one of the 21 horse clubs or 1,046 total entries. Each of the classes equestrian. Through district, state and over 165 youth from ages 8–18 enrolled participating as an independent member. require different levels of horsemanship national competitions, I learned how to in the horse project. These youth have the Youth are required to provide their own skills and ability along with different study effectively, communicate to different opportunity to participate in many riding horse. Raising an animal develops life riding disciplines. Some of the shows audiences and manage time. It taught me and non-riding horse events throughout skills such as goal setting, discipline, include Dressage, Hunter Jumper, Roping, how to successfully be part of a team.” the 4-H year on a county, state and problem solving and a sense of responsi- Western, English, Miniature Horse, Trail Ivy Dearmont, a former 4-H horse national level. Some events include district bility. By working with their peers, caring and Games (speed events). Youth are program youth member, says, “Everyday adult volunteers and leaders in the horse encouraged to educate fairgoers about I find myself being grateful that I was a program and community, youth develop their 4-H horse project. part of Lancaster County’s horse program. positive learning experiences, teamwork Lancaster County also offers a horse I am often reminded that this program National-Level skills and improve communication skills. incentive program that allows youth helped me learn responsibility, persever- Horse Knowledge to track the hours they spend doing ance and sportsmanship. It even helped Learning/Growing horse-related activities. The goal is for the guide me to the career path that I am in Lancaster County 4-H has Opportunities youth to learn organizational and record today!” had over 49 youth compete at the keeping skills, set goals, provide commu- References: Western National Roundup contest The 4-H horse program begins by nity service and show dedication to their • American Horse Council Foundation (2018). in Denver, Colorado. Lancaster offering youth the opportunity to learn project. Economic Impact of the U.S. Horse Industry. County youth have competed every basic horsemanship knowledge, safety Available at year at nationals since 2011 in and skills, and then be tested on it. Youth Growing Life Skills www.horsecouncil.org/resources/economics. • Anderson, K. P. Karr-Lilienthal, L (2011). contests such as horse quiz bowl, use research-based curriculum created It is through all of these efforts that Influence of 4-H Horse Project Involvement on horse judging, public speaking, by Nebraska Extension which is broken youth in the 4-H horse program have the Development of Life Skills. Journal of Extension. demonstration and hippology. Once down into four horsemanship advance- opportunity to become true leaders and [On-line], 49, 5 Article 5IAW2. Available at again, in January of 2020, a team of ment levels. As the levels increase, so does inspire others in our community. Youth www.joe.org/joe/2011october/iw2.php. • Smith, C. E. Swinker, A. M, Comerford, P. M, four Lancaster County youth will the knowledge and skill required to pass. who excel in horsemanship skills demon- Radhakrishna, R. B., & Scheidt-Hoover, T. S. compete in the national hippology Youth can showcase the skills they strate a positive relationship in developing (2006). Horsemanship and life skills of youth (horse knowledge) contest. have learned from level testing and life skills such as decision making, in horse programs. The Professional Animal clinics at local 4-H shows, including thinking, communicating, goal setting Scientist. 22(1):89-93.

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NEBLINE FARM & ACREAGE Nov./Dec. 2019 • Page 3 Successful Farmer Series EXTENSION RESOURCES Starts Jan. 10 Mark your calendars for the 2020 Successful Farmer Series, flood.unl.edu which will be held weekly on Fridays starting Jan. 10 and email [email protected] ending Feb. 14. All sessions will be 9–11:30 a.m. at the Lancaster Extension Education Center, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Lincoln. This is the fifth year for the series and there is another Families & Homeowners Businesses & Agriculture excellent lineup of presentations. Individuals Communities Topics will include ag policy, markets, pests, weather, cover crop programs and more. The multiple topics and events allow you to pick the topics most A panel discussion at a 2019 Successful Farmer Series workshop. relevant to you and your opera- Pesticide Applicator Trainings tion. This is a great opportunity Registration at least two days card payment is available for an to learn from University of before the workshops is appre- additional fee. If you have a pesticide applicators license — either private Nebraska–Lincoln experts and ciated by registering online at The series will be live or commercial, or you need to get a new license — classes visit with other producers in the https://lancaster.unl.edu/ag or streamed for free — register for a begin soon. Make plans now to attend the training option that area. contacting Karen Wedding at link. CEU credits will be avail- fits your needs. The cost is $5 per session [email protected] or able for certified crop advisors or $15 for the entire series. 402-441-7180. Pay at the door, attending in person. Commercial/Noncommercial Applicators Refreshments will be provided. check or cash. Debit/credit Commercial/noncommercial applicators are professionals who apply restricted-use pesticides for hire or compensation. Anyone who applies pesticides to the property of another person, either restricted- or general-use products, for control of Produce Safety Workshop, Nov. 19 pests in lawns, landscapes, buildings or homes must also have a commercial pesticide applicators license. Public employees The Nebraska Department check with you or send a check A block of rooms has been (those employed by a town, county, state) applying mosquito of Agriculture, in cooperation to: Nebraska Department of reserved at the Graduate hotel control pesticides whether restricted- or general-use, must also with Nebraska Extension in Agriculture, P.O. Box 94757, in Lincoln. Attendees can make hold a commercial or noncommercial certification. Lancaster County, will present Lincoln, NE 68509-4757. reservations at http://bit.ly Commercial/noncommercial applicators have four options Practical Applications of FSMA Join the discussion and learn PSW-Block or by contacting the to recertify or get a new license. on the Farm: A Produce Safety about: Graduate hotel at 402-475-4011 Traditional training classes — visit http://pested.unl.edu Workshop at the Lancaster • Motivating workers to make and obtain a room under the for dates, locations and registration. Cost is $80 per online Extension Education Center, safer choices. room block FSMA workshop. preregistration or $90 per mail, fax and at-the-door registra- 444 Cherrycreek Road, Lincoln • Collecting water samples and This workshop DOES NOT tion. Trainings at the Lancaster Extension Education Center, on Tuesday, Nov. 19 at 8:30 a.m. understanding the results. meet the requirements for 444 Cherrycreek Road, Lincoln will be: This workshop is for everyone: • Unique approaches to pest and participants to receive a Produce • Initial trainings starting at 8:30 a.m. — Feb. 4, Feb. 27, March produce growers, Extension staff, wildlife management. Safety Alliance (PSA) grower 17 and April 9. inspectors and industry. • Water well structures — certificate. • Recertification trainings starting at 9 a.m. — Feb. 6, Feb. 20 Seating is limited. Register maintenance, contamination If you have questions, and March 26. online at http://bit.ly/ prevention, proper backflow contact Caitlyn Andrews, NDA Testing-only option — Take a written, closed-book PSWorkshopRegistration. Cost devices. Produce Safety Specialist at exam given by the Nebraska Department of Agriculture. Visit is $15 per person and includes • Individualized farm food safety 402-471-2537 or email www.nda.nebraska.gov/pesticide/applicator_testing.html for lunch. Please bring cash or plans. [email protected]. dates, times and locations. Free. Pearson VUE testing — Take a computer-based test provided by the Nebraska Department of Agriculture. No training is given with this option; testing only. Not all categories are offered, so visit www.nda.nebraska.gov/pesticide/ pearson_vue_testing.html for categories, dates, locations and registration. Cost $55 per exam. (Multiple categories are each Upcoming Green Industry Conferences charged the full fee.) Crop Production clinics (recertification only) — NEBRASKA TURFGRASS CONFERENCE Categories Ag Plant, Regulatory or Demonstration/Research JANUARY 7–9, 2020 can use this option. Visit http://agronomy.unl.edu/cpc for a NEBRASKA TURFGRASS ASSOCIATION clinic listing and registration. Cost $80 per participant, includes Location: La Vista Conference Center, lunch and training materials. 12520 Westport Pkwy, La Vista, NE 68128 Private Applicators 402-472-5351 • https://nebraskaturfgrass.com/conference Private applicators are farmers or producers raising an agricultural commodity on land they own or rent. Or an employee making pesticide applications on their employer’s farm. Private applicators have four ways to recertify or get a GREAT PLAINS GROWERS CONFERENCE new license. JANUARY 9–11, 2020 R Traditional training classes — visit http://pested.unl.edu A CONFERENCE FOR BEGINNING & SEASONED GROWERS and click on “Classes and Study Materials,” then “Private Hosted by University Extension from Mo., Kan., Neb. and Iowa Training Schedule” for dates and locations. Lincoln dates will Location: Missouri Western State University, 4525 Downs Dr., St Joseph, Mo. be published in the next Nebline. Cost $40 per participant collected at the door. No pre-registration required. The conference will focus on a wide range of topics for both fruit and/or vegetable growers. Crop Production Clinics — Receive initial or recer- • Jan. 9 workshops – Food safety, Industrial Hemp 101, Honey Bees & Beekeeping, Drip tification training. Visit http://agronomy.unl.edu/cpc for a Irrigation, Cultivating Your Legally Resilient Farm clinic listing and registration. Crop Production Clinics held in • Jan. 10–11 general tracks – Tree/small fruit, conventional & organic production, vegetable southeast Nebraska will be Friday, Jan. 10 in Beatrice; Tuesday, IPM, greenhouse & hydroponics, invasive species, business development, business financing and Jan. 14 in York and Wednesday, Jan. 15 near Mead. Cost $80 cut flowers per participant, includes lunch and training materials. NEW online private self- study program — An Keynote: “3 Steps to a Profitable Farm.” Charlotte Smith founded 3CowMarketing.com, an online online training can be found at https://psep.education/ marketing training company helping farmers learn the most current online marketing techniques applicator. This is a 100% online, self-paced training with 10 to grow a successful business. Her book “Farm Marketing from the Heart” is an introduction modules. There are questions within the modules and a score of to the in-depth concepts taught in her twice-annual marketing course. In 2016, Charlotte was 100% is needed to pass. Cost is $75. named one of the Top 25 Most Influential Women in the World in Food and Agriculture by the Testing-only option — Take a written, closed-book non-profit, Food Tank. Charlotte and her husband, Marc Rott, own a farm in St. Paul, Oregon. exam given by the Nebraska Department of Agriculture. Visit Contact Buchanan County Extension Office www.nda.nebraska.gov/pesticide/applicator_testing.html, then 816-279-1691 • www.greatplainsgrowersconference.org scroll down to NDA Walk-In “Testing Only” Sessions for locations and dates. Times are 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Free. NEBLINE PESTS & WILDLIFE Nov./Dec. 2019 • Page 4 A New Can of Worms: Asian Jumping Worms (light band) on mature worms. you can determine whether they are Jody Green, PhD If the clitellum is a cloudy-white invasive jumping worms or common Extension Educator color, completely encircles and is worms. flush with the body, you have an It is often debated whether invasive jumping worm. What Do I Do if I Find worms are friends or foes. It Asian Jumping Worms? depends on the specific context What is the Life Cycle If you find jumping worms, please and number of worms in a of the Jumping Worm? report to https://neinvasives.com/species/ given environment. Vegetable Invasive jumping worms insects/asian-jumping-worm. gardeners may welcome the have an annual life cycle. Adults Reduce the movement of soil to stop benefits of worms in the soil, die each winter, but not before the spread of cocoons from one place while golf course managers and they produce (without needing to another. Clean equipment, garden some homeowners may want to mate) multiple cocoons in the tools and personal gear like the treads worms out of their turf. fall. Cocoons are about the size, of footwear between work sites. A good Clitellum shape and color of mustard seeds motto is “Arrive clean, leave clean.” Where Did They and cannot be easily detected For some infested open areas, it may Come From? of jumping worm in the soil. Cocoons survive the be possible to use a treatment called Where Are They Now? winter in the soil and hatch in solarization, which consists of laying a the spring, developing rapidly to clear plastic sheet over the affected area Meet Nebraska’s newest adulthood (60 days) by the end of to heat the soil for a couple weeks and kill invasive species, the Asian the summer. Discovery of jumping jumping worm cocoons. Current research

jumping worm (Amynthas Jody Green worms is usually in August and out of the University of Wisconsin– species and Metaphire species). Jumping worm adult with characteristic clitellum, September when worms are at Madison Arboretum showed that 104°F Its native range is East Asia, but which is light colored, flush with body and encircles their largest. killed cocoons after three days. was found in Wisconsin in 2013. the entire body. Today, approximately 17 species How Are Worms What Can I Do to of jumping worms have been found in the soil, nutrients are released quickly and Spread? Control Them? North America, and they have been ultimately get washed out of the soil by The spread of jumping worms may be There are no EPA-registered reported throughout the eastern and irrigation and heavy rains. from a number of avenues, all of which chemicals labeled for the control of southern United States, parts of the involve the transport by human activities. jumping worms once they are in the Midwest and Oregon. How Do I Identify Invasive Some worms may have originated as landscape. Some products, like Early Bird Jumping Worms? fishing bait, while others were purchased Fertilizer and tea seed pellets have been What Damage Do Without looking at the worm, a sign as composting worms for vermiculture. tested, but additional research is needed They Cause? of a jumping worm infestation is the The most common means of spread is by to determine application rates and long- Jumping worms feed in large numbers change in the texture of the soil. Rather the movement of infested soil, mulch or term effectiveness. at the soil surface, rather than the layers than create a casting pile or middens like compost used for gardening and trans- beneath like European earthworms (we do European earthworms and night crawlers, ferring plants into the landscape. Many What Are the Ways to not have native earthworms). They readily jumping worms will leave loose, granular people obtain plants and seedlings from Prevent the Spread of consume organic material, including soil particles with the same consistency community sales, friends and neighbors. Jumping Worms? mulch and fallen leaves. Jumping worms as spent coffee grounds. Jumping worms The soil that comes with the plants may replace soil with their worm castings, are present in the topsoil, so if your mulch contain tiny cocoons, which hatch the • Educate others about Asian jumping which are small, loose, hard pellets, is being consumed at a faster rate than following spring. worms and how to identify them. resembling spent coffee grounds. This normal, you may have jumping worms. • Buy plants from seed or bare-root material is not conducive for plant growth Sometimes called “snake worms” or Do I Have (triple-rinsing roots will remove as the soil structure has changed and lacks “crazy worms,” they thrash about wildly Asian Jumping Worms? cocoons). water-holding capacity. Without organic when disturbed, moving side-to-side in If you are curious whether you have • Do not buy fishing worms advertised matter in the soil, plant roots have a hard a snake-like motion and break off tail invasive jumping worms, you can perform as “snake worms,” “Alabama jumpers” time staying rooted. segments to escape. a mustard pour on a portion of your soil: or “crazy worms” for fishing or Asian jumping worms outcompete, Out of the soil, jumping worms 1. Mix 1/3 cup of ground yellow mustard composting. outnumber and out-consume other appear smooth and glossy and are seed with 1 gallon of water. • Do not dispose of unused worms in the worms in the landscape, and there- rubbery to the touch, rather than slimy 2. Clear a bare patch of soil and pour environment. fore have a significant impact on the and squishy. Another way to confirm slowly over the soil. • Any collected worms should be killed. ecosystem. Instead of mixing nutrients in identity includes examining the clitellum 3. Worms will move to the surface and

Use Caution to Avoid Deer-Vehicle Collisions Reuse Your and watch for deer. • Anticipate the possibility of a Fresh Cut Nebraska Game and Parks, • When you spot a deer, assume deer unexpectedly crossing in Deer-Vehicle Collision there will be others in the same front of you and plan ahead Christmas Tree Information Kit area, either ahead of or behind to avoid swerving, turning or for Wildlife the one you have seen. braking the vehicle too sharply Deer become more active in • Be prepared to stop suddenly. if a deer suddenly appears. After the holidays, take the fall and because of it, drivers • Many places where deer are If a deer is struck and the your fresh cut Christmas should be more alert than ever known to travel are posted driver wants to salvage it, the tree outside and prop it up when out on the road. with deer crossing signs, but driver may possess the deer but and tie it securely against Deer pose a potentially the absence of a sign does not must contact a Nebraska Game a post or fence. Your dangerous threat to themselves mean a deer will not unexpect- and Parks Commission conser- Christmas tree will provide and the occupants of vehicles edly appear. vation officer within 24 hours to winter protection for birds. traveling Nebraska’s highways • Deer often seem to be disori- obtain a salvage tag. If you feed the birds, and country roads, especially ented or confused by head- position the tree several during mid-late fall. lights. Some react by freezing Tips for Avoiding feet from the feeders. You As the harvest begins, crop in the light, some dart into the Deer-Vehicle cross the centerline. want to make sure the tree and cover patterns will change path of the vehicle, others bolt Collisions • Expect more deer near deer isn’t too close or predators, quickly and daylight hours will away in the opposite direction. crossing signs because they like neighborhood cats, become shorter. As the deer Sometimes deer that have • Be alert for deer at all times, should be installed where this could use it to prey on the breeding season approaches, just crossed the road ahead of especially during dusk and is true. birds. deer will have a lot of things the vehicle suddenly change dawn and especially when • Honk your horn or flash your Enlist the help of your to distract them. Deer activity direction and run back into the driving near shelterbelts, headlights to frighten the deer children or grandchildren increases and movement peaks path of a vehicle or collide woodlots, creeks or where away. to make homemade fruit each day near dawn and just with it. crops still are standing. • Search and scan the roadway and nut garland and pine- after dusk. Here are some things • Honk your horn and flash • Reduce your speed at night and and roadside ahead. cones rolled in suet on the drivers can do to try to avoid your headlights to frighten be prepared to stop suddenly. • Keep your windshield clean. tree. Be sure to hang your deer-vehicle accidents: deer away from the side of the • If you see one deer, expect to • Buckle your seatbelt. garland and suet pinecones • When driving near shelterbelts, road. If there is other traffic see others. • Stay sober. out of the reach of pets. woodlots, creeks or where on the road, you can activate • Stay on the road and strike the • Keep your headlights properly —Soni Cochran, crops are still standing, espe- your emergency flashers and animal; do not swerve or leave adjusted. Extension Associate cially during evening or early tap your brakes to alert other the roadway and collide with • Use your high beams where morning, reduce your speed drivers to the potential danger. a roadside object and do not possible. NEBLINE HORTICULTURE /EARLY CHILDHOOD Nov./Dec. 2019 • Page 5 Gifts For The Gardener a well-established garden and GARDEN GUIDE Mary Jane Frogge landscape might better use THINGS TO DO THIS MONTH Extension Associate, information on maintenance and Lancaster County pruning practices. Mary Jane Frogge, Extension Associate, Children love to garden Lancaster County Need an original or unique and be outside too. Child-sized November and December is a good time to start reviewing your gift idea? Here are some gift tools and gloves are available garden notes to help with next year’s plans. suggestions for the gardener in for them to use. Other items to the family or someone who just consider are fairy garden items, Clean power tools of all plant material and dirt. Replace worn spark plugs, oil all necessary parts and sharpen blades. Store appreciates the outdoors. flower press, worm composting all tools in their proper place indoors, never outdoors where they Holiday plants are always a bin, stepping stone kit and seeds will rust over the winter. welcome gift to any home. They of their favorite vegetables or Check fruits, vegetables, corms and tubers you have in storage. add color and holiday accents flowers to plant in a garden just Sort out any that show signs of rot and dispose of them. to interior surroundings. The for them. traditional red poinsettias are If you have a non-gardening Minimize traffic on a frozen lawn to reduce winter damage. popular, as are the newer flower friend or relative you want to Winter is a good time to inspect trees and shrubs for bagworm colors of pink, blue, white and introduce to gardening, consider capsules. Remove and destroy them to reduce next year’s pest yellow. Other possibilities are a total package with plant, watch, water bottle for refresh- population. Christmas cactus, red gloxinia container and growing media, ment, hiking boots, sun screen A home weather station that includes a minimum-maximum and kalanchoe. along with a book on plant care. and insect repellent. thermometer, a rain gauge and a weather log is a good gift for a The outdoor gardener might Gardening kits are available too. Gifts for people who appre- gardener. like to receive a certain tool to A unique gift would be a Bonsai ciate the outdoors in their own Remove all mummified fruit from fruit trees and rake up and make the job of spring gardening rock garden or a culinary herb back yard might like bird feeders destroy those on the ground. Also, rake and dispose of apple easier. Pruning tools, like hand garden kit. with birdseed or a compost bin. and cherry leaves. Good sanitation practices reduce insects and shears and small saws, are easier There are many gift ideas for Water features have also become diseases the following season. to wrap and may be needed later people who like to spend their very popular. Consider giving a Be sure not to store apples or pears with vegetables. The this winter. time at the many state parks in water garden kit with a fountain. fruits give off ethylene gas which speeds up the breakdown of Do not overlook the possi- the area. To make their adven- Other gifts might be a bird bath, vegetables and will cause them to develop off-flavors. bility of a gardening magazine or ture more enjoyable, consider bird or bat house, butterfly raise/ African violets do well when potted in small pots. A good plant book as a gift. Many larger giving them a 2020 state park release kit, outdoor thermom- general rule is to use a pot one-third the diameter of the plant. book stores have well stocked car pass to get into the park, eter, rain gauge, wild flower or Encourage African violets to bloom by giving them plenty of sections on these and related a compass and identification native grass seed. light. They can be in a south window during dark winter months. topics. Garden centers and books on wild flowers, birds, Some people may just wish They bloom beautifully under fluorescent lights. nurseries also offer a variety of insects, butterflies, trees, tracks to sit back, relax and enjoy Clean and fix all hand tools. Repaint handles or identification titles on individual plants as well or mammals. Other useful items the outdoors. Gifts for them marks that have faded over the summer. Sharpen all blades and as cultural practices. Someone would include binoculars to may include a porch swing, remove any rust. with a new home might like look for things far away, pocket garden bench, hammock and a After the ground freezes, mulch small fruit plants such as a book on plant selection and magnifier to see small things subscription to NEBRASKAland strawberries. One inch of straw or leaves is ideal for strawberries. landscaping, while people with close up, sports or explorer’s magazine. High-Quality Child Care Depends on Effective Family Engagement the family’s preferred language), gave this advice on creating parent Lynn DeVries, MS invites a dialogue about the child’s partnerships: Extension Educator, Adams County educational experiences as well Listening Conferences — as what is happening in the early Prior to the start of school, invite childhood center. parents to do the talking at a special Creating Opportunities for 3. Reciprocal relationships — parent-teacher conference. The idea Parent Partnerships Staff are connecting with families is to engage the family before school Opening the doors to meaningful to learn about their lives, commu- starts to gain valuable new infor- contacts and connections with parents is a nities and cultures, and work to mation about the child and family, fundamental piece in building relationships intentionally integrate this into the which can be incorporated into the with families. Early childhood professionals curriculum and instruction. Child learning environment. who insure this is done well and in accor- care programs work to help fami- Conference Artifact dance with best practices are getting to lies share some of their own special Activity — Another helpful know their families well. They understand skills, talents and knowledge and strategy to learn about children at the backgrounds and special talents and invite them to take an active role in County in Adams Extension Nebraska DeVries, Lynn conferences is to invite the parents skills that their family clientele bring with the school environment. to share one artifact or item that has them and they work to incorporate these 4. Learning activities at home and having a diverse staff that mirrors the a special meaning to their child. When gifts into activities and learning in their the community — Programs are community. Programs ensure curric- parents share their story about the item, child care homes and centers. educating families about child growth ulum serves as the foundation for it gives them a voice in the meeting, and The National Association for the and development and connecting educational experiences. The environ- provides the teacher with important Education of Young Children (NAEYC) families to other services available in ment is anti-bias and inclusive for all insight into who the child is. outlines six principles of and also gives the community to support their child’s participants. The Buffett Institute is dedicated to insight to specific ways early childhood education. Many times communities Check out the full article from research, practice, policy and outreach programs can meet this standard of excel- have free or low cost events for families NAEYC Principles of Effective Practice initiatives to improve the early life lence in their day-to-day practices. with young children. at www.naeyc.org/familyengagement/ experiences of children from birth to age 5. Families are involved in principles. 8. Check out their website at Six Principles of Program decision making — http://buffettinstitute.nebraska.edu. Family Engagement Family members are asked to serve Advice on Creating What strategies are you using to Recognized by NAEYC on committees and boards that help Parent Partnerships engage families in your early childhood make decisions to shape the policies of At a recent early childhood confer- care and education programs? 1. Families participate in decisions the program. Families have input on ence, the Buffet Early Childhood Institute and goal setting — Invite families hiring of personnel, admission policies to participate in decision making and menus, to name a few. These and goal setting for their child. This committee members can also lead can be done through initial intake the way in raising funds for special Upcoming Early Childhood Trainings questionnaires, regular parent teacher projects. Nebraska Extension teaches several early childhood development classes for child conferences and a consistent staff 6. Programs implement a compre- care providers. Listed are upcoming classes held at the Lancaster Extension Education person to follow the family throughout hensive program-level system Center, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Lincoln (unless location otherwise noted). For additional the program. for family engagement — information or to sign up, contact Jaci Foged at [email protected] or 402-441-7180. 2. Teachers and programs engage Programs are intentional in reaching Emergency Preparedness for Child Care Providers — Mondays, Nov. 25 families in two way communi- out to families in a variety of ways and Dec. 2, 5:30–8:30 p.m. Cost is $10. Must attend both sessions. Register online at cation — Face to face, written and (newsletters, email, etc.). Teachers are https://ecrecords.education.ne.gov/Calendar.aspx. online communication that is both given support and training in effective school and family initiated (and in family engagement strategies including NEBLINE 4-H & YOUTH Nov./Dec. 2019 • Page 6

4-H Video Companion Animal Showmanship Outgoing 4-H Council Members HEART OF 4-H Contest Results VOLUNTEER AWARD The Nebraska 4-H Video Companion Animal Showman ship Contest is a state wide contest which provides youth Beverlee Keller an opportunity to showcase Lancaster their knowledge and skills they County 4-H is have developed in their 4-H proud to announce companion animal project. This Beverlee Keller of year, Lancaster County 4-H’er Lincoln as winner Andrew Frain received reserve of the November champion with a blue ribbon in “Heart of 4-H the intermediate division. Award” in recogni- The October 4-H Council meeting marked the final meeting tion of outstanding State Fair Results for three outgoing 4-H Council members. Madi Hall, Katie volunteer service. Correction Nepper, and Sydney Schnase each served two years. Madi Hall A 4-H volunteer Cole Cooper was awarded Grand served one year as secretary. Lancaster County 4-H thanks them for four years, Champion Market Lamb, in for their leadership, time and expertise! Adult 4-H Council Beverlee is a addition to Champion Division II: members can serve two consecutive terms of three years each. superintendent Hampshire Market Lambs and Teen 4-H Council members can serve two consecutive terms of of the 4-H Home Champion Division VII: Crossbred two years each. Market Lambs. Environment areas at the Lancaster County Super Fair. She also helps at the Bicycle Safety IT’S TIME TO RE-ENROLL IN 4-H! Contest, Fashion The 4-H year is Oct. 1–Sept. 30 and, since it is a new 4-H year, all 4-H members and volunteers Show judging, must re-enroll for the 2019–2020 4-H year (even if you just enrolled in August or September). New Furniture Painting workshop and many Clover College members and fair projects may be updated through June 15. workshops. The website to enroll or re-enroll ishttps://ne.4honline.com . NOTE: “4-H is such a great program for kids,” Beverlee says. “With The process is easy and only takes a few minutes per member or Health information is volunteer. Only parents/guardians may enroll 4-H members. Each 4-H optional. You DO NOT all of the different projects, there is something for each of them. It need to complete this introduces them to new areas of learning. My favorite experience household will need to initially set up a profile in which the 4-H youth portion of the online form as a 4-H volunteer is the one-on-one with the kids during Clover and/or volunteers in the household will be added. There is no fee to unless your child is College sessions. Watching them trying their hand at the project enroll in 4-H in Lancaster County. planning to attend More details and step-by-step instruction guides with pictures an overnight camp or they are learning about and then to see their excitement with their campus event. finished product. It’s fun to see the growth in, not only their abilities are at http://lancaster.unl.edu/4h/club. If you have questions from year to year, but also leadership skills growing as well.” about the process or need access to a computer, call Heather Odoski at Lancaster County 4-H thanks Beverlee for donating her 402-441-7180. time and talents. People like her are indeed the heart of 4-H! PROJECTS: When signing up for individual projects — note the abbreviations for the project areas. We have added the abbreviations to the 4-H Project List at http://lancaster.unl.edu/4h/club/ ProjectList.pdf to help you locate an individual project. For example, you will find “Sketchbook Crossroads” under C&FS which stands for Consumer and Family Science instead of under ‘S’ or Volunteers are needed to help lead 4-H clubs. If you would like to under ‘Art.’ learn more about 4-H volunteer opportunities, call 402-441-7180. INDEPENDENT MEMBERS: 4-H members enrolling as independent need to select “Lancaster Independent” under “club.” FFA MEMBERS: FFA members need to select TCA FFA, Crete FFA, Norris FFA, Raymond Central FFA or Waverly FFA under “club.” VOLUNTEERS: 4-H leaders need to re-enroll. 4-H club organizational leaders are now able HEART OF 4-H to view their 4-H club’s roster online, but must be enrolled for the current year and must contact Heather Odoski to set up a password. VOLUNTEER AWARD For enrollment to be complete, at least one project needs to be selected as well as choosing a club (or “Lancaster Independent”). Dave Hattan

Lancaster County 4-H is proud 4-H Awards & Scholarships to announce Dave Hattan of Lincoln Lancaster County 4-H award forms and college scholarship applications are due Dec. 31. Recipients This year, families and club leaders as winner of the will be announced at Lancaster County Achievement are encouraged to submit photos related December “Heart Celebration on Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2020. Forms are to award application accomplishments of 4-H Award” available at http://go.unl.edu/4has and the to [email protected] by Dec. 31. These in recognition of photos may be used in the Year in Review Extension office. If you have questions, contact video and multimedia presentation at outstanding volun- Heather at [email protected] or 402-441-7180. Achievement Celebration. teer service. Since the county Awards fair moved to the College Scholarships Lancaster Event Community Service Awards — based on number For graduating high school seniors enrolled Center in 2001, of hours of community service through 4-H. in the Lancaster County 4-H program. Dave has helped National Leadership Award — recognizes youth 4-H Council — up to twelve $700 scholarships. ages 15–18 who strive to be their personal best. set-up the 4-H 4-H Teen Council — two $300 scholarships. Home Environment, Outstanding 4-H Member Award — an individual Lincoln Center Kiwanis Heritage and 14 years of age or older who has excelled in their — one $1,000 scholarship. Human Develop involvement with the 4-H program. ment areas. He Meritorious Service Award — individual or Dick Fleming Leadership & tracks down the organization who has strongly supported 4-H. Communication Scholarship — one $250 exhibit components and puts them in place. Dave is able to Nebraska 4-H Achievement Application scholarship to a 4-H’er who has excelled in — this leadership and communication through 4-H. move the heavier tables and displays many other volunteers new form may be used as a record of 4-H activities. cannot lift. He also pitches in helping set up other static exhibit There are two versions, junior for ages 8–14 (county Lane Community 4-H Scholarship — areas. only) and senior for ages 15–18 (county and state). one $200 scholarship to a 4-H’er attending “I like being a 4-H volunteer because I enjoy being part of Nebraska 4-H Diamond Clover Program — Raymond Central High School. something big,” Dave says. “There is tremendous satisfaction recognizes the accomplishments of 4-H’ers ages 8–18, Nebraska Association of Fair Managers in giving ones’ time for a cause that so many in Lincoln and youth can progress from Level 1–6. Martha & Don Romeo Scholarship — Lancaster County enjoy. My favorite experience as a 4-H Nebraska 4-H Gives Back — a 4-H member or Note: Deadline is Dec. 1. volunteer is being around the kids in their creative endeavors, team completes a major service-learning project Nebraska 4-H Foundation Scholarships including my own children as they grew up and now my (over 100 hours of service). — Information will be posted at grandchildren.” Nebraska 4-H Club of Excellence — http://ne4hfoundation.org/recognition — Lancaster County 4-H thanks Dave for donating his time meet criteria outlined by the state 4-H office. deadline is March 15. and talents. People like him are indeed the heart of 4-H! NEBLINE 4-H & YOUTH Nov./Dec. 2019 • Page 7 Paper Basket Workshop, Nov. 9 4-H youth ages 8 and up ORSE BITS are invited to a “Design My Place” workshop to engineer and construct a woven paper basket 2019 Horse Awards using recycled newspapers The 2019 4-H Horse Awards Night, held Oct. 3, recognized and wire on Saturday, Nov. 9, top achievements at the Lancaster County Super Fair and other 9 a.m.–12 p.m. at the Lancaster accomplishments throughout the past year. 4-H Extension Assistant Extension Education Center, Calvin DeVries was Master of Ceremonies. Cornerstone Equestrian 444 Cherrycreek Road, Lincoln. 4-H Club distributed programs and led the Pledge of Allegiance and No cost to attend. Learn paper- 4-H Pledge. Additional results and photos are online at weaving techniques to make a http://lancaster.unl.edu/4h/horse/AwardsNite.shtml Horsemanship Advancement Level I home décor basket. Adults are encouraged to attend to help, JUDGING CONTEST The Horse Judging Contest (a Lancaster County Super Fair contest) especially if their child is 8 or emphasizes how much 4-H members know about horse conformation as they 9 years old. Register by Oct. 28 judge four or more classes of horses along with the opportunity to give oral by calling 402-441-7180. Bring reasons. The Champion of each division received a buckle. a needle-nose wire cutter for Elementary Division — Lola Bunz (Champion), Shea Frink (Reserve Champion), Amelia Proffitt (3rd), Elizabeth Funk (4th), Paisley McMillan cutting wire. All other supplies (5th), Lily Wooledge (6th), Max Roberts (7th), Turner Wilkie (8th) will be provided. Junior Division — Paris Flores (Champion), Michalea Bunz (Reserve Champion), Skylar Frisbie (3rd), Kali Maytum (4th), Olympia Gegg (5th), Caraline Higgins (6th), Morgan Roof (7th), Ella Wieczorek (8th), Liz Livestock Better Fair Boshart (9th), Natalie Plautz (10th) Meeting, Nov. 19 Senior Division — Sidney Froistad (Champion), Ellie Bunz (Reserve Champion), Judson Tietjen (3rd), Julia Soukup (4th), Samantha Fox (5th) All Lancaster County 4-H/ FFA beef, bucket calf, sheep, HORSEMANSHIP ADVANCEMENT LEVELS swine, goat, dairy and llama/ The Nebraska 4-H Horse Project advancement levels are designed to serve Horsemanship Advancement Level II as guides for instruction and evaluation of each member’s progress. The correct alpaca members, families and handling of horses is emphasized from the beginning level to the most advanced volunteers are invited to a level. Each level is a huge accomplishment. 4-H/FFA Livestock Better Fair Level I Ground/In-Hand — Savannah Hill Meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 19, Level I Walk/Trot — Layton Brauckmuller, Mya Keller, Morgan Roof, Lily 6 p.m. at the Lancaster Event Wooledge Level I — Liliana Abele, Hope Baumert, Lola Bunz, Afton Byelick, Paris Flores, Center – 4-H office located by Olympia Gegg, Addison Gropp, Ella Guerra, Cayleigh Harre, Cora Hoeft, Pavilion 3. This is an opportunity Zoey Jamison, Maria LaPlante, Paisley McMillan, Kendra Miller, MaKenna to discuss changes for the 2020 Morgan, Drake Plautz, Morgan Richert, Ava Smith, Bridget Smith, Mercy Lancaster County Super Fair Thies, Ella Wieczorek, Turner Wilkie, Mackenzie Wilkinson livestock shows. Please bring any Level II — Scarlett Battles, Madison Blair, Michalea Bunz, Paris Flores, Shea Frink, Elizabeth Funk, Addison Gropp, Isabella Grosskopf, Carson Jurgens, changes, concerns or construc- Katie Marsh, Tanner McInteer, Kendra Miller, Todd Munk, Natalie Plautz, tive resolutions which will make Morgan Richert, Sidney Schlesiger, Mercy Thies next year’s fair better! This Level III In-Hand — Sarina Kyhn meeting is meant to be a positive Level III — Ellie Bunz, Skylar Frisbie, Chase McInteer conversation. If you cannot INCENTIVE AWARDS Horsemanship Advancement All-Around Cowboy/Cowgirl make it but would like to send 4-H’ers logged the hours they spent working with or learning about horses. Level III Award your comments, email Calvin at The more hours invested, the more valuable the reward! The Horse Incentive [email protected]. Awards are sponsored by the Lancaster County 4-H Horse Volunteers in Program Service (VIPS) Committee. Bronze (minimum of 100 hours or points) — Savannah Dog 4-H Club Hill, Todd Munk, Amelia Proffitt, Max Roberts, Ava Smith Silver (minimum of 225 hours or points) —Vyvian Starting in January Alstrom, Scarlett Battles, Lillie Beach, Madison Blair, Liz The 4 On The Floor dog 4-H Boshart, Lola Bunz, Shea Frink, Elizabeth Funk, Ella Guerra, Bailey Hampton, Lyra Krutak, Paisley McMillan, Katie club for youth ages 9–18 will Nepper, Drake Plautz, Natalie Plautz, Ally Quinn, Taylor start its second year on Thursday, Root, Josie Soukup, Ella Wieczorek, Mackenzie Wilkinson, Jan. 9, 2020 at the Lancaster Lily Wooledge Event Center – 4-H office located Gold (minimum of 390 hours or points, and completed by Pavilion 3. Meetings will horse record book) — Ellie Bunz, Michalea Bunz, Kaitlyn Dumler, Samantha Fox, Skylar Frisbie, Addison Gropp, begin at 6:30 p.m. and last about Isabella Grosskopf, Madi Hall, Caraline Higgins, Madelanie an hour, generally held every Polk, Morgan Roof, Sidney Schlesiger, Shyann Severson, Thursday. Summer schedule to Julia Soukup, Mercy Thies, Avery Tonniges, Bethany be determined. The club will Wachter, Ava Wharton, Timothy White, Cadi Wilbeck Incentive Awards Silver Level focus on obedience through May TOP AWARDS with a formal graduation cere- Bluestem All-Around Miniature Horse Award for high mony at that time. Through the point 4-H miniature horse at the Lancaster County Super summer months, obedience will Fair, sponsored by the Bluestem Miniature Horse Club — Shyann Severson (horse “Doc”) be reinforced and reviewed with Nebraska Dressage Association High Score Dressage the addition of showmanship to Rider Awards for high score riders in the 4-H Dressage prepare 4-H’ers for the Lancaster Show in both the traditional dressage classes and the County Super Fair and, western dressage classes at the Lancaster County Super Fair, potentially, State Fair. For more sponsored by Nebraska Dressage Association — high score traditional dressage riders – Sidney Froistad (champion) and information or to RSVP, contact Anne Cashmere (reserve champion) and high score western club leader John Croghan at riders – Madi Brandt (champion) and Ally Quinn (reserve 402-957-3651 by Dec. 31. champion) Dr. Kelly Stich Top NRHA Reining Awards sponsored by Dr. Kelly Stich – Elementary — Tanner McInteer; Junior — 4th & 5th Grade Clara Bradbury; Senior — Aubrey Hayes Lock-In, Jan. 17–18 Dick and Cookie Confer Top Trail Award for all-around All 4th and 5th graders are champion of the Lancaster County Super Fair 4-H Trail obstacle class — Tanner McInteer Incentive Awards Gold Level invited to 4-H Teen Council’s Franklyn Manning All-Around Barrels Award for fastest annual overnight Lock-In, which time in the Lancaster County Super Fair 4-H Barrel Racing will be held Friday, Jan. 17, 8 competition — Clara Bradbury p.m.–Saturday, Jan. 18, 8 a.m. All-Around Cowboy/Cowgirl Award —Two age divisions More information will be in the qualified for the All-Around Cowboy/Cowgirl at the Lancaster County Super Fair to receive a buckle. Elementary January Nebline. — Addison Gropp, Junior — Natalie Plautz All-Around Ranch Horse Awards — Age division awards for All-Around Ranch Horse at the Lancaster County Super Fair 2020 Super Fair are sponsored by Olive Creek Acres Performance Horses 2020 marks the 150th year – Brian and Shannon Vogler. Senior — Rayley Burnside of the Lancaster County Fair! (horse “High Society Dun It”) The Lancaster County Super Lowell Boomer High Point Jumping Award for the all-around champion in the 4-H jumping classes at the Fair will run 10 days, Thursday, Lancaster County Super Fair, sponsored by Hunter’s Pride July 30–Saturday, Aug. 8. 4-H/ 4-H Club — Shea Frink FFA Exhibits and Events will run Wilhelmina Wittstruck Memorial All-Around Champion Wilhelmina Wittstruck Memorial Thursday, July 30–Sunday, Aug. Award for Lancaster County Super Fair all-around 4-H All-Around Champion Award 2. 4-H horse show dates to be champion individual, sponsored by Joan and the late Top NRHA Reining Award (pictured with Extension (presented by Dr. Kelly Stich) Assistant Kate Pulec) determined. Dwayne Wittstruck — Lillie Beach

EXTENSION CALENDAR EXTENSION NEWS 30 All events will be held at the Lancaster Extension Education Center, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Lincoln, unless otherwise noted. Tracy Anderson Receives Journal November Star’s Inspire Award for Education 5 Homeschool Youth Science Field Day. . . . .9–11:30 a.m./1–3:30 p.m. The Lincoln Journal Star’s 5 4-H Council Meeting ...... 6 p.m. 2019 Inspire: Celebrating 7 Pesticide Applicator NDA Walk-in “Testing Only” Session . 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Women’s Leadership Awards 8 Extension Board Meeting...... 8 a.m. ceremony was held in September 9 4-H Paper Basket Making Workshop ...... 9 a.m. at Pinnacle Bank Arena. The 10 4-H Teen Council Meeting...... 3 p.m. awards honor outstanding women 19 Produce Safety Workshop ...... 8:30 a.m. in 11 different categories who 19 4-H/FFA Livestock Better Fair Meeting, Lancaster Event Center 4-H Office. 6 p.m. have excelled, not only in their 25 Emergency Preparedness for Child Care Providers. 5:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. professional lives, but as leaders 28–29 Extension Office Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday and role models. December Extension Educator Tracy 2 Emergency Preparedness for Child Care Providers. 5:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Anderson was the winner for 8 4-H Teen Council Meeting...... 3 p.m. Excellence in Education. Tracy inspires countless 4-H youth and 12 Pesticide Applicator NDA Walk-in “Testing Only” Session . 9 a.m.–2 p.m. adult volunteers, as well as 4-H interns and her co-workers. She 13 Extension Board Meeting...... 8 a.m. mentors many teens through 4-H Teen Council, 4-H Council 25 Extension Office Closed for Christmas Holiday and more. Tracy works tirelessly to maximize hands-on learning 31 4-H Award and Scholarship Applications Due to Extension opportunities for youth in a wide-variety of settings, including clubs, Lancaster County Super Fair, school enrichment and Shirley Flynn Norris FFA afterschool programs. 4-H Thanks The Fort Olive Creek Acres Performance Horses Jodi Freeman Omaha Storm Chasers Joe & Lois French Diane Ossenkop Sarah Browning Receives Nebraska Sponsors Frink Family & Hard Knock Horse Orscheln Farm & Store The Lancaster County 4-H Shoe’N Outback Steakhouse Forest Service’s Educator Award program — a partnership between Four Winds Farms Oxbow Animal Health Each year, the Nebraska Forest Service recognizes Nebraska Extension and the Gana/Nisley Show Cattle Parrott & Walbrecht Cattle Lancaster County government — Melvin & Linda Gagner Larry Pershing outstanding programs and projects in community forestry. would like to thank all of the busi- GameSchool Volunteers Tom & Paula Peterson Family These awards are intended to distinguish those who have had nesses, organizations and individuals Garr Creek Farms Tom Peterson Farms a positive impact on the tree resources that make Nebraska a who sponsored 4-H events, activities, Gate 25 Bar & Restaurant PILLAR Restaurant Group General Fire & Safety Pioneer Greens Dentistry better place to live, work and play. The 2019 awards ceremony programs and trophies during Blayne Glissman Family Pitts Veterinary Hospital was held in August during the Nebraska Arborists Association’s the 2019 4-H year. This support Gossin Agency Plautz Family Summer Field Day at Carol Joy Holling Center. enhances the educational experience Greater Lincoln Obedience Club Tim Powers Memorial of the 4-H youth. Griess Family Pulec Family Extension Educator Sarah Browning received the Educator 9 South CharGrill The Groom Room Purdum Family Award, which goes to an individual, school or organization Tracy Anderson Kris & Emily Haack Quilts of Valor Foundation – Lincoln & educating Nebraskans about the importance of trees and Anonymous Cody & Karen Hanson Adams County Chapters the history of Arbor Day. Sarah, a certified arborist with the Patricia Heather R & J Angus Farm Deborah Arends International Society of Arboriculture, provides education Arends Interiors, Inc Dee & Walt Hemgren Rainbow Ends Matt & Connie Arnold Tari Hendrickson Raising Cane’s through a weekly news column that goes out to several media Arrow Pest Control Lyle & Theresa Hepsen Sheri Ramirez outlets, social media, classroom programs and one-on-one Hidden Valley Rasby Family Artisan Custom Builders consultations. Chet Axthelm Memorial Higgins Family Rauert Family Jason & Cathy Babcock Hillcrest Animal Clinic & Kelly Stich, DVM Raymond Grange #391 Jim & Cindy Bauman HL Muhlbach Construction Bill & Barb Rishell Beach Family Mark & Karen Hoffman Rixstine Recognition Kristen Houska and Extension Belmont Husky Hollman Angus Farms Runza (South 33rd) Gary Bergman Holthus Family Sampson Construction Receive FCS Teachers Award BigShots Indoor Range The Home Agency Cary & Becki Sandell The Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers of Nebraska The Bike Rack Fred & Julie Hoppe Scheels (FCSTN) held its annual Recognition Banquet in June during Larry & Carol Hudkins Schlesiger Family Black Label Photography the Nebraska Career Education Conference in Kearney. Blazing Saddles, S & L Stables & Hunter’s Pride 4-H Club Schoettger Orthodontics Purdum Family Husker Rehabilitation & Wellness Calvin & Rochelle Schrock Extension Educator Kristen Houska and Nebraska Bluestem Miniature Horse Club Centers PC Brent & Sarah Sexton Extension was awarded the 2019 Partnership Award which Hy-Line Hatchery Bluestem Valley Farms Sid Dillon recognizes individuals or groups who help support family Bowen Family IGA Market Place Sieck Show Cattle Paula Brandt Jake’s Cigars & Spirits Erica Siemek and consumer sciences (FCS) education in Nebraska schools. Sher & Randy Brophy James Arthur Vineyards Joyce Furry-Sievers The recognition honors Kristen and other food, nutrition Bunz Family Jimmy John’s Slim Chickens and health Extension educators. They held monthly webinars Mary Burroughs Jeff & Anne Johnson Family Jennifer Smith Casey’s General Store Johnson Family Livestock Sobotka Family and in-person professional development experiences for FCS Cattlemen’s Nutrition Services LLC Doug & Cheryl Johnson SP Group, P.C, Certified Public teachers, sharing research-based food and nutrition resources. Capital City Horse & Pony Club JT Home Solutions Accountants FCSTN also recognized their continued partnership with Amanda Kaiser State Farm – Vinnie Krikac Captain’s Chair Nebraska Extension and Extension’s efforts following this year’s Champions Fun Center Kansas City Royals Juanita Stell Ellen Chapelle Memorial Steve & Deanna Karmazin Dale & Marilyn Stertz devastating flooding across the state. Warren Cheney Family Joe & Lisa Kerrigan The Still Chipolte (60th & O) Deborah Kinney Ron & Barb Suing The City of Lincoln Kiwanis — Lincoln Center Mitch & Kathy Sump (Bermel Memorial) 2019 UNL Service Awards Cliff’s Smoke Shop Kiwanis — Northeast Marrilee Sump Recently, University of Nebraska–Lincoln staff reaching an Kubicek Club Lambs Super Saver (Fallbrook) Colby Ridge Popcorn anniversary year of employment were honored for their years of Shirley Condon Lancaster County Agricultural Society The Swotek Family Mike & Kath Conroy Lancaster County Engineers Sysco service to the university. The following Nebraska Extension in Cooper Specialty Feeds Lancaster County Farm Bureau T.D. Angus Lancaster County staff were recognized: Cornerstone Stables – Heidi Wubbels Lancaster County 4-H Council T & T Ranch & Sondgeroth Family • Karen Wobig Lancaster County 4-H Dog VIPS James & Jennifer Tietjen , Extension Educator — 20 years Cornhusker Pony Club • Dana Hardy Costco Lancaster County 4-H Horse VIPS Judy Terwilliger , Extension Associate — 15 years Craft Axe Throwing – Lincoln Lancaster County 4-H Livestock Texas Roadhouse • Jaci Foged, Extension Educator — 10 years Crawford Family Shorthorns Booster Club Tractor Supply (North Store) • Tyler Williams Lancaster County 4-H Rabbit VIPS Tractor Supply (South Store) , Extension Educator — 10 years Crooked Creek • Emily Gratopp Cultiva Coffee Lancaster County 4-H Teen Council Tractor Supply (Waverly) , Extension Educator — 5 years Culvers (4121 Pioneer Woods Dr.) Lancaster Event Center Tredas Custom Pallet Makers, Inc. Lienetics Ranch Triple RRR Farms Shane & Pam Cuttlers Lincoln Children’s Zoo UNL College of Engineering Dairy Queen Grill & Chill (760 W. O St.) Lincoln Escape Room UNL Department of Entomology Danley Family Lincoln Stars Hockey UNL Federal Credit Union Ag Society Annual Meeting, Dec. 10 Danny’s Downtown Deli Lincoln Women’s Chamber of Urijah Schnell The Lancaster County Agricultural Society (which acts as the Emalea Dean Commerce Wachal Pet Health Center Fair Board) will hold its Annual Meeting and Board election on Suzi Dearmont Mike & Dana Lockee Walbrecht Family Tuesday, Dec. 10 at the Lancaster Event Center, 84th & Havelock, in Diamond T Livestock Scott & Cheryl Lorenson Waverly Grange #369 meeting room to be announced (see signs when you arrive). Voting Dick & Cookie Confer Lost in Float Westgate Bank will take place 5:30–6:30 p.m. for three positions on the Lancaster Alice & the late Ted Doane Mac’s Creek Winery & Vineyards West Plains LLC Cole & Kylea Meador Agricultural Society Board (three-year terms). Any registered voter in Donlan Family Charles & Dorothy Wiechert Lancaster County may vote. Lynn & Carleen Dowding Meier’s Cork & Bottle Wilhelm Auto Repair Denise & Kevin Meyer Jay Wilkinson Any Lancaster County resident interested in running for Ron & Arlene Dowding a position on the board must submit a short biography with a Dowding Shorthorns Midwest Farmers Cooperative (Martell Wilkinson Sheep Farm Branch) – Jim Bauman Jim Wissel Memorial photo to arrive by Wednesday, Nov. 13 in order to be placed on the Duffers Golf League ballot. Send the biography to: ATTN Jamie Bauman, LCAS Secretary; East Campus Staars Midwest Bank Joan & the late Dwayne Wittstruck East Park Cinema — Marcus Theatres Angela Mittan Karen Wobig Lancaster Event Center; 4100 N. 84th St; Lincoln, NE 68507. The Eatery Jerry & Shirley Morris Woodland Hills Golf Course Biographies/photos can also be sent by email to Edward Jones – Matt Mullendore Mueller Farms The Yarn Guild – Lincoln [email protected] Ehlers Animal Care N Street Liquor The Annual Meeting, starting at 6:45 p.m., is an opportunity for Nebraska 4-H Foundation If you notice any corrections, please call Empyrean, Lazlo’s & Fireworks 402-441-7180. the public to learn more about the Super Fair and the Lancaster Event Mark & Sarah Fahleson Nebraska Dressage Association Center. The regular monthly meeting of the Ag Society will follow the Famous Dave’s Bar-B-Que Nebraska Game & Parks annual meeting. Regular monthly meetings are usually held the third Farm Credit Services of America Nebraska Lottery Nebraska Realty – Heidi Wubbels Thanks Volunteers Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. (November–March) or 7:30 p.m. Farmer’s Cooperative Nebraska Extension in Lancaster (April–October) and are open to the public. For more information, First State Bank Nebraska (2701 Steven & Stephanie Nelson Neemann Refuse, Inc County thanks all of the people including monthly agendas, contact Lancaster Event Center Grainger Pkwy) who donate their time and talents Managing Director Amy Dickerson at 402-441-1810 or adickerson@ Fitch Trucking, Inc. Greg & Brenda Nepper Family Corey Neukirch to help enrich the lives of the youth LancasterEventCenter.org, or visit http://LancasterEventCenter.org Five Alarm Farm in the Lancaster County 4-H youth and click on “About Us.” Five Star 4-H’ers 4-H Club New Victorian Inn Nore Acres development program.