2021-2022 Smithville Livestock Show Updates

09/15/21 SMITHVILLE LIVESTOCK SHOW UPDATES Good morning!! We wanted to pass on the updates for the 2021-2022 Smithville 4-H/FFA Livestock Show scheduled to take place in April 2022 at the River Bend Park in Smithville. At this time, the Show Board is being cautious about the schedule and will be making more decisions on the schedule and sale as we get closer to the show itself so they can both ensure everyone's safety and the fun nature of the event. As a reminder, participation in this show is limited to... Read More →

2021-2022 Food & Nutrition Project Workshops

  09/21/21 2021-2022 FOOD & NUTRITION PROJECT WORKSHOPS)   Good afternoon! We are excited to start planning for our Food & Nutrition Project this year!  We have a couple of changes to this project area for this year - our main Food & Nutrition Project Leader needed to step back this year, so Miss Hillary, our FCH Agent, is taking on the project education.  These practices are going to be focused on food preparation, food safety, and nutrition.  They may not strictly focus on the contest preparation, so... Read More →

2021-2022 Virtual New 4-H Parent Orientation

  09/16/21 2021-2022 VIRTUAL NEW 4-H PARENT ORIENTATION Hey all, happy Thursday! I wanted to share that we are hosting a virtual new 4-H parent orientation for new (and prospective) 4-H parents in Bastrop & Lee Counties on Tuesday, September 21st.  Please see the details below, let us know if you have any questions, and feel free to forward to anyone you think might be interested! DETAILS: Tuesday, September 21, 2021 from 5:45 PM to 6:45 PM Virtual via Zoom - we'll email out the link on Monday... Read More →

2021-2022 STEM Project Opportunities

  09/22/21 2021-2022 STEM PROJECT OPPORTUNITIES Hey all! We are excited to share with you some local STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics) Project opportunities.  For those new to STEM, this general project area includes the following: Computer Science Photography & Videography Robotics Rocketry & Aerospace other science activities such as forensics! The Lee 4-H STEM Club has opened up to include Bastrop County 4-H members interested in this exciting project area!  Check out the information about it below and let us know if you have any questions!... Read More →

Happy National 4-H Week 2021!

  10/04/21 HAPPY NATIONAL 4-H WEEK 2021! 2021-2022 Bastrop 4-H Council Officers present the National 4-H Proclamation to the Bastrop County Commissioners Court Happy Monday and Happy National 4-H Week!! We are excited to kick off National 4-H Week (October 3-9, 2021), which recognizes all of the cool things 4-H members do around our country.  Sadly, both Facebook and Instagram are down today, so we couldn't share some of the photos that have been shared with us, but we will do so as soon as we are able. ... Read More →

2022 Fort Worth Livestock Show Entry Info & Updates

10/05/21 2022 FORT WORTH STOCK SHOW ENTRY INFO & UPDATES Hey all! Please see the information below on the Fort Worth Stock Show coming up in January 2022, including the Junior Livestock Show and the Junior Judging Contests. Please note that we are only focusing this information on the portions of the show that require the youth members to be 4-H (or FFA) members in order to enter.  These are the only opportunities for which we can request an excused absence from your school. If you are showing livestock,... Read More →

2022 TCYS Invitational Heifer Show Entry Information

10/05/21 2022 TCYS INVITATIONAL HEIFER SHOW ENTRY INFO Good afternoon! We are excited to share that the Travis County Youth Show (TCYS) is planning on hosting its Invitational Heifer Show, again, in January 2022!  Please note that heifers must be state validated in order to participate. We must have these entries reviewed, entered, and post marked no later than November 1st, so these entries will be due to the Bastrop County Extension Office by 12:00 Noon on Thursday, October 28th. Please see the information below and let us know... Read More →

2022 San Angelo Livestock Show Entry Info & Updates

10/06/21 2022 SAN ANGELO STOCK SHOW ENTRY INFO & UPDATES Hey all! Please see the information below on the San Angelo Stock Show coming up in February 2022, including the Junior Livestock Show and the Junior Judging Contests. Please note that we are only focusing this information on the portions of the show that require the youth members to be 4-H (or FFA) members in order to enter.  These are the only opportunities for which we can request an excused absence from your school. If you are showing livestock,... Read More →

2022 Texas Elite Swine Showcase Entry Info & Updates

10/06/21 2022 TEXAS ELITE SWINE SHOWCASE ENTRY INFO & UPDATES Hey all! Please see the information below on the Texas Elite Swine Showcase coming up in February 2022. If you are showing livestock, please note that you MUST have an updated Quality Counts Number for your age group (important if you are new to showing, if you have moved from 5th to 6th grade, or if you have moved from 8th to 9th grade). Please read through these opportunities and let us know if you need help with... Read More →

2022 Rodeo Austin (STAR of Texas) Show Entry Info & Updates

10/07/21 2022 RODEO AUSTIN (STAR OF TEXAS) SHOW ENTRY INFO & UPDATES Hey all! Please see the information below on the Rodeo Austin Stock Show coming up in March 2022, including the Junior Livestock Show and the Junior Judging Contests. Please note that we are only focusing this information on the portions of the show that require the youth members to be 4-H (or FFA) members in order to enter.  These are the only opportunities for which we can request an excused absence from your school. If you are... Read More →

2021 Livestock 101: Recordkeeping Session Info

10/18/21 2021 Livestock 101: RECORDKEEPING SESSION INFO   Hey all and happy Monday! I wanted to share the RSVP details for the Livestock 101 session scheduled for this Thursday.  This should be a good session for all animal projects whether you are showing them or not! We'll cover the basics of recordkeeping, what types of records we should be keeping and why, as well as methods of storing them, and traveling with them!  Remember, recordkeeping applies to ALL animal projects, and both 4-H & FFA members are welcome... Read More →

2021 District 10 Fall Roundup Registration Info & Updates

  10/26/21 2021 DISTRICT 10 FALL ROUNDUP REGISTRATION INFO & UPDATES Hey all! We are super excited to share the information for the District 10 Fall Roundup Contests!  Some of the contests are team related for the Fall, but please let us know if you all have any questions about them! GENERAL INFORMATION: District 10 Fall Roundup Website: https://d104-h.tamu.edu/district-10-4-h-fall-round-up/ Fall Roundup Guide (Updated 10/15/21) Dates: November 30 - December 2, 2021 Location: Kerrville, Texas (specific locations listed in the Guide)   REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Registration takes place via 4-H Online Registration... Read More →

Intro to Entomology Opportunity

  10/21/21 INTRO TO ENTOMOLOGY OPPORTUNITY Hey all! Please see the details for the upcoming Intro to Entomology Project Session scheduled for 6:00 PM next Wednesday, October 27th, at the Lee County Extension Office.  Miss Geri has a few cool things planned, including learning how to pin insects!   OTHER OPPORTUNITIES: Other opportunities can be found on the County Calendar – registration information should be included for each post. Other Contest related opportunities can be found on the Judging Card Calendar – to sign up for these opportunities, please contact Mellanie at MLMickelson@ag.tamu.edu or... Read More →

2021 Livestock 101: Recordkeeping Session

Virtual Experience (Online)

10/18/21 2021 Livestock 101: RECORDKEEPING SESSION INFO   Hey all and happy Monday! I wanted to share the RSVP details for the Livestock 101 session scheduled for this Thursday.  This should be a good session for all animal projects whether you are showing them or not! We'll cover the basics of recordkeeping, what types of records we should be keeping and why, as well as methods of storing them, and traveling with them!  Remember, recordkeeping applies to ALL animal projects, and both 4-H & FFA members are welcome... Read More →

2022 San Antonio Livestock Show Entry Info & Updates

10/25/21 2022 SAN ANTONIO STOCK SHOW ENTRY INFO & UPDATES Hey all! Please see the information below on the San Antonio Stock Show coming up in February 2022, including the Junior Livestock Show and the Junior Judging Contests. Please note that we are only focusing this information on the portions of the show that require the youth members to be 4-H (or FFA) members in order to enter.  These are the only opportunities for which we can request an excused absence from your school. If you are showing livestock,... Read More →

2022 Houston Livestock Show Entry Info & Updates

10/26/21 2022 HOUSTON LIVESTOCK SHOW ENTRY INFO & UPDATES   Hey all! Please see the information below on the Houston Livestock Show coming up in March 2022, including the Junior Livestock Show and the Junior Judging Contests. Please note that we are only focusing this information on the portions of the show that require the youth members to be 4-H (or FFA) members in order to enter.  These are the only opportunities for which we can request an excused absence from your school. If you are showing livestock, please... Read More →

2022 TCYS Invitational Heifer Show Entries Due to CEO @ 12:00 Noon

10/05/21 2022 TCYS INVITATIONAL HEIFER SHOW ENTRY INFO Good afternoon! We are excited to share that the Travis County Youth Show (TCYS) is planning on hosting its Invitational Heifer Show, again, in January 2022!  Please note that heifers must be state validated in order to participate. We must have these entries reviewed, entered, and post marked no later than November 1st, so these entries will be due to the Bastrop County Extension Office by 12:00 Noon on Thursday, October 28th. Please see the information below and let us know... Read More →

CEA Schedule For Next Week

  10/15/21 AGENT SCHEDULES FOR NEXT WEEK (October 18-22) Hey all and happy Friday! I wanted to reach out to you to let you know we are having a few last-minute adjustments this week to some of the 4-H programs we had talked about at our Council Meetings and had mentioned in a couple of email blasts.  I am working around a family emergency (everyone is okay) and I am having to adjust my schedule to take care of a couple of family members now until the end... Read More →

Smithville Livestock Show Reminders (10/29/21)

10/29/21 SMITHVILLE LIVESTOCK SHOW REMINDERS Good morning!! We wanted to pass on the updates for the 2021-2022 Smithville 4-H/FFA Livestock Show scheduled to take place in April 2022 at the River Bend Park in Smithville. The next important date coming up is the Saturday, November 13th, validation and entry period for Steers, Heifers, Lambs, & Goats.  Broiler & Rabbit entry forms & fees are also due at this event.  This event will take place from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM at the Smithville High School Ag Barns. Additionally,... Read More →

Elgin Livestock Show Entry Reminders (Due 11/01/21)

10/29/21 ELGIN LIVESTOCK SHOW ENTRY REMINDERS (DUE 11/01/21) Good Afternoon! We wanted to send out a couple of reminders for the Elgin Livestock Show & Youth Fair - please pay particular attention to the Entry Forms - they are due Monday, November 1st, and may be postmarked on the day OR turned in at the Board meeting scheduled for 7:00 PM this Monday, November 1st, at the Elgin VFW.   Mellanie will be at the meeting in order to sign off on those who are entering and take pictures... Read More →

2022 Major Livestock Show Entries due 11/04/21

11/03/21 2022 MAJOR LIVESTOCK SHOW ENTRIES DUE 11/04/21 Hey all! We wanted to send out a quick reminder that Major Livestock Show Entries are due tomorrow, November 4, 2021, by 12:00 Noon.  Please see the links further down in the email to view the information for each show if you need reminders. Please note that we are only focusing this information on the portions of the show that require the youth members to be 4-H (or FFA) members in order to enter.  These are the only opportunities for which... Read More →

2021-2022 Smithville Livestock Show Reminders

11/09/21 SMITHVILLE LIVESTOCK SHOW REMINDERS Good morning!! We wanted to pass on an additional reminder for the validation/entry period scheduled for this coming Saturday, November 13th. The next important date coming up is the Saturday, November 13th, validation and entry period for Steers, Heifers, Lambs, & Goats.  Broiler & Rabbit entry forms & fees are also due at this event.  This event will take place from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM at the Smithville High School Ag Barns.   Additionally, we wanted to send a quick reminder for Rabbit... Read More →

Dog Project Interest Meeting 11/17/21

11/15/21 4-H DOG PROJECT INTEREST MEETING Hey all! We wanted to let you know that we are planning on holding a short Dog Project Interest meeting at 5:30 PM at the Bastrop County Extension Office this Wednesday, November 17th.  The meeting should last about 45 minutes and we are going to cover some of the participation options for the Dog Project, Ellen Carroll is going to share some of her experiences, and we'll talk about what we want to do this year! Please let us know if you... Read More →

2022 Major Livestock Show Contests (Entries Due 11/29/21)

11/21/21 2022 MAJOR LIVESTOCK SHOW CONTESTS ENTRIES DUE @ 9:00 am ON 11/29/21 Hey all! We wanted to send out a quick form to catch everyone who wants to participate in any of the contests being provided by the 2022 Texas Major Livestock Shows.  We are collecting this information through a Google Form and responses are due at 9:00 AM on Monday, November 29, 2021. Please see the links further down in the email to view the information for each show if you need reminders or links to... Read More →

County 4-H Council Meeting Reminder – 12/07/21

Bastrop County Agrilife Extension Office 901 Pecan Street, Bastrop, TX, United States

  12/01/21 DECEMBER COUNTY 4-H COUNCIL MEETING INVITATION Hey all! We are getting ready to have our December County 4-H Council meeting next Tuesday, December 7th, 2021, from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM at the Bastrop County Extension Office.  We wanted to send out another reminder! We would like to invite all youth who are interested in getting to know the County 4-H Council and Ambassadors, who are interested in possibly running for leadership positions in the future, and who are interested in learning about and planning some... Read More →

County 4-H Council Meeting Reminder – 12/07/21

Bastrop County Extension Office

  12/06/21 DECEMBER COUNTY 4-H COUNCIL MEETING INVITATION Hey all! We are getting ready to have our December County 4-H Council meeting tomorrow, Tuesday, December 7th, 2021, from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM at the Bastrop County Extension Office.  We wanted to send out another reminder! We would like to invite all youth who are interested in getting to know the County 4-H Council and Ambassadors, who are interested in possibly running for leadership positions in the future, and who are interested in learning about and planning some of... Read More →

2022 Leadership Opportunity – San Antonio & Rodeo Austin School Tours

  12/06/21 2022 LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITY: SAN ANTONIO & RODEO AUSTIN SCHOOL TOURS Hey all! We wanted to pass on a couple of unique leadership opportunities available to both 4-H & FFA youth.  Both the San Antonio Livestock Show (SALE) and Rodeo Austin (STAR of Texas) Show have opportunities for youth to lead school tour groups. For 4-H members, these are great experiences that count towards your leadership experiences for scholarship applications and your recordbooks.  You do NOT have to currently own or show livestock, nor do you have... Read More →

Elgin Livestock Show Reminders for December/January

12/10/21 ELGIN LIVESTOCK SHOW REMINDERS FOR DECEMBER & JANUARY (Now the Bastrop County Junior Livestock Show (BCJLS)) Good Afternoon! We are getting excited!!  We wanted to send out a couple of reminders for the Elgin Livestock Show & Youth Fair, as well as for the Rabbit Exhibitors since the show is only 4 weeks away!!! Currently, acknowledgement of entry emails are being worked on by the Show Board and should be getting out this week.  The Board is also working on a list of tasks completed by each... Read More →

Photography Workshop Opportunity – 12/18/21

  12/14/21 PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP OPPORTUNITY Hey all! District 10 just posted a photography workshop opportunity not too far from us in Boerne, TX - please check out the information below if you are interested! Howdy District 10! I hope everyone is ready for a wonderful holiday season. The Kendall County State Photography Ambassadors are offering a 4-H Photography Workshop this Saturday (Dec. 18th) from 1 to 5pm in Boerne TX! Come learn from some of the best! Sign Up at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090949aba823a3fe3-4hlong    OTHER OPPORTUNITIES: Other opportunities can be found... Read More →

2022 4-H Recordbook Training

  03/16/22 2022 4-H Recordbook Training Hey all, We wanted to let you know that we are getting ready to start recordbook season!  We are putting together an overview geared towards those new to recordbooks, but all are welcome to attend.  Please see the information below to RSVP for the training! For those who are experienced with recordbooks, we have included the links to resources and deadlines below.  There are lots of options to work on your recordbook ahead of time and get feedback if you would like... Read More →

2022 4-H/FFA Barn Dance

  03/16/22 2022 4-H/FFA Barn Dance Hey all, We wanted to share a fun opportunity that our Bastrop 4-H Council and Ambassadors have been putting together!  They have been looking for opportunities for all of our 4-H & FFA members in Bastrop County to come together as a Bastrop County family and network with each other - so they made one!! Tickets may be purchased for $5 per person online at https://bit.ly/BastropDance OTHER OPPORTUNITIES: Other opportunities can be found on the County Calendar – registration information should be included for each post.... Read More →

2022 Bastrop Show (BALSFA) Open Meeting & Auction Thank You Reminders

03/25/21 BALSFA OPEN SHOW BOARD MEETING & THANK YOU NOTE REMINDERS Hey all! We wanted to share a quick note on the upcoming open show board meeting for the Bastrop Area Livestock Show, as well as a couple of reminders for youth that made auction just in case they have not received their thank you note info. Please see the information below and let us know if you have any questions! OPEN SHOW BOARD MEETING: The Open Meeting will be held at 6:00 PM this coming Monday, March 28,... Read More →

2022 Smithville Livestock Show Dates & Expense Sheet Reminders

03/28/22 2022 SMITHVILLE LIVESTOCK SHOW DATES & EXPENSE REPORT REMINDERS Hey all! We wanted to share a couple of reminders for our Smithville Show Exhibitors, since we are about 3.5 weeks away from the show!  There are a few dates and a couple of tasks that will need to be completed. As a reminder, the rulebook is available for download HERE. Exhibitors and family members are responsible for knowing the rules that apply to their projects.  Remember that 4-H members are representing our program at all times while at... Read More →

2022 4-H Recordbook Training

  03/31/22 2022 4-H Recordbook Training Hey all, We wanted to let you know that we are getting ready to start recordbook season!  We are putting together an overview geared towards those new to recordbooks, but all are welcome to attend.  Please see the information below to RSVP for the training! For those who are experienced with recordbooks, we have included the links to resources and deadlines below.  There are lots of options to work on your recordbook ahead of time and get feedback if you would like... Read More →

2022 District 10 Spring 4-H Roundup Contests

  04/04/22 2022 2022 District 10 Spring 4-H Roundup Contests Hey all! We apologize for the delay with this information, we've been trying to get back on track and catch up with everything after all of the livestock shows.  We wanted to pass on updates about the 2022 District 10 4-H Spring Roundup Contests.  There have been some adjustments to the schedule for this year -  we have tried to summarize them for your convenience below! Most of the events are team events that also allow individuals to... Read More →

2022 ELSA / BCJLS Meeting Moved to April 11, 2022

04/04/22 2022 ELSA / BCJLS Meeting Moved to April 11, 2022 Hey all! We wanted to pass on the late notice that the ELSA / BCJLS Board Meeting has been postponed to next Monday, April 11, 2022, starting at 7:00 PM at the Elgin VFW.  Please note that Mellanie will not be able to attend since that will conflict with a previously scheduled meeting for her.  Please let us know if you have any questions, though. 2021-2022 SHOW BOARD & MEETING INFORMATION: WEBSITE: https://www.elginlivestockshowassociation.com/ ELECTED OFFICERS: President: Patrick Maass... Read More →

County 4-H Council Meeting Reminders – 04/05/22

04/05/22 COUNTY 4-H COUNCIL MEETINGS Hey all! We wanted to send a quick reminder that our next County 4-H Council meeting will be tomorrow, April 5th, 2022, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Bastrop County Extension Office. We would like to invite all youth who are interested in getting to know the County 4-H Council and Ambassadors, who are interested in possibly running for leadership positions in the future, and who are interested in learning about and planning some of the fun events that happen in our county. ... Read More →

2022-2023 Summer Livestock Validation Tag Orders (Steers, Heifers, SF Lamb & Goat, SF Swine)

04/05/22 2022-2023 Summer Livestock Validation Tag Orders (Steers, Heifers, SF Lamb & Goat, SF Swine) Hey all! Happy Tuesday!! We wanted to send out a few reminders that it is time to start planning for the 2022-2023 show season!  This information is also available on the livestock page of our website at https://bastrop.agrilife.org/livestock/.  We currently have information posted for the large animals including: Steers, Heifers, State Fair Lambs, State Fair Goats, & State Fair Swine. All livestock projects that exhibitors would like to show in the fall major livestock shows (State Fair... Read More →

2022 Smithville Livestock Show Schedule & Expense Sheet Reminders

04/06/22 SMITHVILLE LIVESTOCK SHOW DATES & EXPENSE REPORT REMINDERS Hey all! We wanted to share a couple of reminders for our Smithville Show Exhibitors, since we are about 3.5 weeks away from the show!  There are a few dates and a couple of tasks that will need to be completed. As a reminder, the rulebook is available for download HERE (please note that the show and sale for all projects will take place on Saturday, April 23rd) Exhibitors and family members are responsible for knowing the rules that apply... Read More →

2022 District 10 Spring 4-H Roundup Contests

  04/04/22 2022 2022 District 10 Spring 4-H Roundup Contests Hey all! We apologize for the delay with this information, we've been trying to get back on track and catch up with everything after all of the livestock shows.  We wanted to pass on updates about the 2022 District 10 4-H Spring Roundup Contests.  There have been some adjustments to the schedule for this year -  we have tried to summarize them for your convenience below! Most of the events are team events that also allow individuals to... Read More →

2022-2023 Summer Livestock Validation Tag Orders DUE (Steers, Heifers, SF Lamb & Goat, SF Swine)

04/05/22 2022-2023 Summer Livestock Validation Tag Orders (Steers, Heifers, SF Lamb & Goat, SF Swine) Hey all! Happy Tuesday!! We wanted to send out a few reminders that it is time to start planning for the 2022-2023 show season!  This information is also available on the livestock page of our website at https://bastrop.agrilife.org/livestock/.  We currently have information posted for the large animals including: Steers, Heifers, State Fair Lambs, State Fair Goats, & State Fair Swine. All livestock projects that exhibitors would like to show in the fall major livestock shows (State Fair... Read More →

2022-2023 County Council Officer Announcement & Meeting Dates

  04/25/22 2022-2023 County Council Officer Announcement & Meeting Dates Hey all, We wanted to share some exciting news - we have the results from our Council Officer Election!  (Officers, be looking for some follow-up information towards the end of this week). We also wanted to go ahead and send out a save-the-date for the 2022-2023 Council Meetings that will take place from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Bastrop County Extension Office.  Remember that both Council Delegates AND Club Members are invited to come and participate... Read More →

2021-2022 Bastrop & Travis County Photography and Videography Contests

05/02/22 2021-2022 Bastrop & Travis County Photography and Videography Contests Hey all, We are excited to host our second county photography contest with Travis County! Registration for the County Photography and the Videography Contest will be done via e-mail and entries are due by 5:00 PM on Friday, May 6, 2022.  Nathan has graciously said he will accept entries up through the morning of Monday, May 9th, 2022. Entry into the contest is free. Please email all entries to CEP 4-H Agent Nathan Tucker at: Nathan.Tucker@agnet.tamu.edu Instructions for labeling... Read More →

2021-2022 Bastrop & Travis County Photography and Videography Contests – ENTRIES DUE

05/02/22 2021-2022 Bastrop & Travis County Photography and Videography Contests Hey all, We are excited to host our second county photography contest with Travis County! Registration for the County Photography and the Videography Contest will be done via e-mail and entries are due by 5:00 PM on Friday, May 6, 2022.  Nathan has graciously said he will accept entries up through the morning of Monday, May 9th, 2022. Entry into the contest is free. Please email all entries to CEP 4-H Agent Nathan Tucker at: Nathan.Tucker@agnet.tamu.edu Instructions for labeling... Read More →

2022 Texas 4-H Roundup Event Reminders

05/11/22 2022 Texas 4-H Roundup Event Reminders Hey all, We wanted to send a couple of reminders to everyone following up on the Texas 4-H Roundup emails sent through the 4HOnline broadcast email system. Check out the following information and links and let us know if you have any questions!  We will be emailing those who qualified for contests this week to make sure they get registered; however, anyone can attend invitational contests!!  This is a great opportunity to see if you like that contest, see the Texas... Read More →

2022 4-H/FFA Barn Dance

  03/16/22 2022 4-H/FFA Barn Dance Hey all, We wanted to share a fun opportunity that our Bastrop 4-H Council and Ambassadors have been putting together!  They have been looking for opportunities for all of our 4-H & FFA members in Bastrop County to come together as a Bastrop County family and network with each other - so they made one!! Tickets may be purchased for $5 per person online at https://bit.ly/BastropDance OTHER OPPORTUNITIES: Other opportunities can be found on the County Calendar – registration information should be included for each post.... Read More →

2022-2023 LATE Summer Livestock Validation Tag Orders DUE (Steers, Heifers, SF Lamb & Goat, SF Swine)

04/05/22 2022-2023 Summer Livestock Validation Tag Orders (Steers, Heifers, SF Lamb & Goat, SF Swine) Hey all! Happy Tuesday!! We wanted to send out a few reminders that it is time to start planning for the 2022-2023 show season!  This information is also available on the livestock page of our website at https://bastrop.agrilife.org/livestock/.  We currently have information posted for the large animals including: Steers, Heifers, State Fair Lambs, State Fair Goats, & State Fair Swine. All livestock projects that exhibitors would like to show in the fall major livestock shows (State Fair... Read More →

2022 District 10 4-H Leadership Lab Registration CLOSES TONIGHT

05/31/22 2022 DISTRICT 10 4-H LEADERSHIP LAB REGISTRATION CLOSES TONIGHT Hey all! We wanted to send some quick information for the District 10 Leadership Lab for this year since registration has opened!  This is an incredibly fun opportunity for youth ages 13 and older to get to meet and interact with other youth in the District, learn leadership activities and skills, and to potentially run for additional leadership positions! We are also excited to be attending the camp with District 6, so we'll get to meet some new... Read More →

2022 Texas 4-H Roundup & LEAD Academy Event

05/11/22 2022 Texas 4-H Roundup Event Reminders Hey all, We wanted to send a couple of reminders to everyone following up on the Texas 4-H Roundup emails sent through the 4HOnline broadcast email system. Check out the following information and links and let us know if you have any questions!  We will be emailing those who qualified for contests this week to make sure they get registered; however, anyone can attend invitational contests!!  This is a great opportunity to see if you like that contest, see the Texas... Read More →