2020 District 10 4-H Leadership Lab Registrations Due – 4-H CONNECT

4-H CONNECT

***The health of our 4-H members is of our upmost concern. As of right now, we are planning on moving forward with hosting District 10 Leadership Lab as planned.  Due to the constantly changing COVID-19 regulations, we will not approve any Leadership Lab registrations until we are 100% sure that we will be holding the event. Please keep this in mind as registrations will remain “Pending at District” until we are approved to proceed.*** Quick Event Overview: Promotional information for the 2019 District 10 Leadership Lab has been... Read More →

$250

Dog Project Meeting – Virtual

Dog Project Members, please check your emails for the meeting link and information. If you would like to be added to this group, please email Mellanie at MLMickelson@ag.tamu.edu

2020-2021 Late Validation Tag Orders DUE to CEO 5/13/20

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

Livestock Validation Tag Orders – Steers, Summer Heifers, State Fair Lamb/Goat/Hog: Livestock Project One Pager:   This is helpful for those who are new to showing livestock and the validation timelines. Click here to download a one-page quick guide for livestock projects. Reminder: there is no state validation for rabbits - if you would like to show rabbits, you will need to work on looking into the show rules and age requirements to work on purchasing rabbits and work on entries.  It is a good idea to start visiting with... Read More →

2020 Awards Applications, Scholarship Applications, & Ambassador Applications DUE to CEO

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

All Awards, Scholarships, and Ambassador Applications are due to the CEO by 12:00 Noon on Wednesday, May 13, 2020. Awards (youth and Adult Applications) are available at https://bastrop.agrilife.org/awards/ Ambassador Applications are available at https://bastrop.agrilife.org/youth-leadership-groups/ Please let us know if you have any questions!

2020 Horse Project Validations DUE 5/16/20 – Deadline Extended

Deadline: Due in 4-H CONNECT by May 16th Cost: $10 per horse All youth wishing to participate in ANY horse show must validate their projects Instructions are available online HERE (Please note that the dates and fees have been adjusted from what is displayed)

Dog Project Meeting

Dog Project members, please see your emails for the meeting link information. If you would like to be added to this group, please contact Mellanie at MLMickelson@ag.tamu.edu

2020 State Fair Broiler Order Forms DUE to CEO

2020 State Fair Broiler Order are due Wednesday, May 27, 2020 by 12:00 Noon This order is for birds to be entered in the State Fair of Texas this fall – please remember that ordering birds does NOT enter you in the show Details and order forms are available below & on the Livestock Validation Page  Order Online Here   Download PDF Order Form  

Registration Due for 2020 Virtual Lead Academy

4-H CONNECT

Texas 4-H Virtual LEAD Academy The format of the 2020 Texas 4-H Virtual LEAD Academy will offer concurrent workshops over the course of two-days focused on these topic areas. Unlike the face-to-face event, this year’s Virtual LEAD Academy will be offering workshops targeting Intermediate and Senior Age 4-H members along with Adults. Many of the sessions offered however will still be targeting High School Age Youth and noted on the session descriptions. Registration through 4-H CONNECT is required for all sessions. Participants will receive the link to participate in the... Read More →

2020-2021 Game Changer Applications Due via Email

Howdy all, Recently, Bexar County was given the wonderful opportunity to participate in a National 4-H grant that has been sponsored by Toyota. The goal of the grant is to train teen youth Leaders to become STEM ambassadors (we're calling them "Game Changers") in their communities. Along with this grant, we have received National Youth Science Day kits to administer to these teen leaders as well as some funds for a field trip (once we are allowed to resume contact). We are looking for motivated kids who are... Read More →

2020 Texas 4-H Congress Bill Submissions DUE online

Bill Submission Requirements Any 4-H member, regardless of age or planning on attending Texas 4-H Congress, must submit a legislative bill for consideration.  Participation in the bill writing exercise allows 4-H members the opportunity to become engaged in the legislative process and the 4-H citizenship project. 4-H members attending Texas 4-H Congress will be required to submit at least one bill (this includes Texas 4-H Council, Tech Team, etc) prior to their registration to the event being accepted. Committees are a bit different this year and will include... Read More →

Free

2020 Kitchen Vision Recipes Project – Due 6/1/20

Texas 4-H Youth Development and the Texas 4-H Foundation is seeking culinary talent from 4-H members from across the state, and they need YOUR help finding the perfect recipes! The 20/20 Kitchen Vision project is designed to highlight recipes created by current Texas 4-H members and clover kids! Attached you will find the marketing flyer and information. Please distribute to your 4-H members and post on social media platforms so that an official Texas 4-H Cookbook can be produced and sold in fall 2020!! Recipes MUST be created... Read More →

2020 District 10 4-H Leadership Lab Paperwork DUE in CEO

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

***The health of our 4-H members is of our upmost concern. As of right now, we are planning on moving forward with hosting District 10 Leadership Lab as planned.  Due to the constantly changing COVID-19 regulations, we will not approve any Leadership Lab registrations until we are 100% sure that we will be holding the event. Please keep this in mind as registrations will remain “Pending at District” until we are approved to proceed.*** Quick Event Overview: Promotional information for the 2019 District 10 Leadership Lab has been... Read More →

2020 Texas 4-H Virtual LEAD Academy – registration due 05/27/20

4-H CONNECT

Texas 4-H Virtual LEAD Academy The format of the 2020 Texas 4-H Virtual LEAD Academy will offer concurrent workshops over the course of two-days focused on these topic areas. Unlike the face-to-face event, this year’s Virtual LEAD Academy will be offering workshops targeting Intermediate and Senior Age 4-H members along with Adults. Many of the sessions offered however will still be targeting High School Age Youth and noted on the session descriptions. Registration through 4-H CONNECT is required for all sessions. Participants will receive the link to participate in the... Read More →

2020 Train Like a Champion Prospect Show

The Train Like A Champion Show is scheduled for Saturday, July 18, 2020 at the Washington County Fairgrounds.  The event has been modified the event to make sure safety procedures are observed and everyone is kept safe.  They will NOT offer an indoor clinic this year. They are still offering the showmanship clinic/workout, showmanship contest, and the prospect show.  There is a fee of $30 per head and this includes showmanship (only allowed to show 1 species in the showmanship contest).  Deadline to enter is July 6 and NO... Read More →

District 10 4-H Horse Show

*** The health of our 4-H members is of our upmost concern. As of right now, we are planning on moving forward with hosting District 10 Horse Show as planned. Due to the constantly changing COVID-19 regulations, we will not approve any Horse Show registrations until we are 100% sure that we will be holding the event. Please keep this in mind as registrations will remain “Pending at District” until we are approved to proceed. *** Quick Event Overview: Promotional information for the 2020 District 10 Horse Show... Read More →

Central Texas Virtual Youth Career Expo

Virtual Experience (Online)

A great opportunity for college/career exploration is coming up!  Pre-register for the event at bit.ly/wsrcavirtualcareerexpo.

Validation Day: Steers, Heifers, State Fair Lamb/Goat, & State Fair Swine

Bastrop Area Livestock Show Barn Loop 150 East behind the American Legion, Bastrop , TX, United States

EVENT INFORMATION: Exhibitors must purchase validation tags for and physically validate the following animals at this event in order to show: Steers (only validation this year) Heifers (there will be a second validation in the fall) State Fair Lamb/Goats (only validation for fall major shows - HOT & State Fair; must be revalidated to show in spring majors) State Fair Swine (only validation for fall major shows - HOT & State Fair; must be revalidated to show in spring majors) Validation Tag Purchase Deadlines: $20 per tag/UIN for... Read More →

Beekeeping Basics Online Series – Honey Bee Biology

Virtual Experience (Online)

Interested in Beekeeping, but need some information to get started?  This live, online course will cover the basics of beekeeping to get you prepared to have your own hives with the opportunity to interact with instructors. Through this four part series, we will cover honey bee biology, beekeeping equipment, managing a hive, and pests and disease management of honey bees.  You'll learn what to expect those first early years as a beekeeper!   June 23:  Honey Bee Biology June 24:  Beekeeping Basics June 30:  What to Expect the... Read More →

$35.00

2020 District 10 4-H Leadership Lab

Texas 4-H Conference Center 5600 FM 3021, Brownwood, TX, United States

***The health of our 4-H members is of our upmost concern. As of right now, we are planning on moving forward with hosting District 10 Leadership Lab as planned.  Due to the constantly changing COVID-19 regulations, we will not approve any Leadership Lab registrations until we are 100% sure that we will be holding the event. Please keep this in mind as registrations will remain “Pending at District” until we are approved to proceed.*** Quick Event Overview: Promotional information for the 2019 District 10 Leadership Lab has been... Read More →

$250.00

2020 Major Turkey Order Forms DUE to CEO

2020-2021 Turkey Orders are due Wednesday, June 24, 2020, by 12:00 Noon This order will be for ALL spring Major Shows  – please remember that ordering birds does NOT enter you in the show Details and order forms are available below & on the Livestock Validation Page  Order Online Here   Download PDF Order Form

Beekeeping Basics Online Series – Basics of Beekeeping

Virtual Experience (Online)

Interested in Beekeeping, but need some information to get started?  This live, online course will cover the basics of beekeeping to get you prepared to have your own hives with the opportunity to interact with instructors. Through this four part series, we will cover honey bee biology, beekeeping equipment, managing a hive, and pests and disease management of honey bees.  You'll learn what to expect those first early years as a beekeeper!   June 23:  Honey Bee Biology June 24:  Beekeeping Basics June 30:  What to Expect the... Read More →

$35.00

D10 Council Business Meeting & 20-21 Officer Elections

Virtual Experience (Online)

Join us for the District 10 4-H Council Online Business Meeting & Officer Elections at 1:30 PM on Thursday, June 25, 2020.  There is NO COST to attend and this will count as a volunteer leadership opportunity for all 4-H members in attendance (think Recordbooks!). Registration is open until midnight June 15th at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfCs7MYj4khoCDNEZjriSanHangjxZgsBK5DVQRIRqPWsXTEw/viewform

Free

Beekeeping Basics Online Series – What to Expect the First Year

Virtual Experience (Online)

Interested in Beekeeping, but need some information to get started?  This live, online course will cover the basics of beekeeping to get you prepared to have your own hives with the opportunity to interact with instructors. Through this four part series, we will cover honey bee biology, beekeeping equipment, managing a hive, and pests and disease management of honey bees.  You'll learn what to expect those first early years as a beekeeper!   June 23:  Honey Bee Biology June 24:  Beekeeping Basics June 30:  What to Expect the... Read More →

$35.00

Beekeeping Basics Online Series – Risks of Honey Bees

Virtual Experience (Online)

Interested in Beekeeping, but need some information to get started?  This live, online course will cover the basics of beekeeping to get you prepared to have your own hives with the opportunity to interact with instructors. Through this four part series, we will cover honey bee biology, beekeeping equipment, managing a hive, and pests and disease management of honey bees.  You'll learn what to expect those first early years as a beekeeper!   June 23:  Honey Bee Biology June 24:  Beekeeping Basics June 30:  What to Expect the... Read More →

$35.00

2020 Texas 4-H Dog Show

Texas 4-H Dog Show The state 4-H dog show is held each year in July, and offers classes in agility, rally, obedience, costume, tricks, drill, showmanship and conformation. Some counties host 4-H Dog Shows. These contests will be publicized on this page and through e-mail as information becomes available. At the annual State 4-H Dog Show, you can enter photos you have taken of your dog in the Dog Photography Contest. Photos are entered in four categories: dog still life, active, storyboard, and theme. Dog Show – Parent/Volunteer... Read More →