Bexar 4-H Shoot Out – DUE

This shoot is limited to the first 180 registrations.  Saturday, Nov. 19th, at the San Antonio Gun Club, 928 E. Contour Dr. SA, Tx.  78212.  Early registration until Nov. 7th at $50 a shooter.  For more information and registration form click here.

Swine Project Meeting

Bexar County 4-H Office 3355 Cherry Street, Suite 212, San Antonio, TX, United States

If you will be exhibiting swine, attend this meeting! Topics will include managing weight, exercising, and show preparation. RSVP to Pam paxtell@ag.tamu.edu by Wed. Nov. 2nd.

Ft. Worth Stock Show Entry – DUE

Bexar County 4-H Office 3355 Cherry Ridge Dr., Ste. 208, San Antonio, TX, United States

Ft. Worth Stock Show entry form is due to our office by Thursday, Nov. 10th.  The entry form states a deadline of November 15th, that is our office deadline to the stock show.   Stock show rules and guidelines are available at www.fwssr.com.   If you will exhibiting a junior breeding beef heifer, a copy of the original registration certificate must be submitted with the entry form.  Ft. Worth entry form for market animals, breeding animals, judging contests (horse, dairy cattle, wildlife, etc.) and ag. mechanics are available on our... Read More →

Science & the Movies – STEM Program

Application Due ONLINE. San Antonio, TX, United States

The Texas 4-H Program is beginning a new series which focuses on educating young people on career and education opportunities in the area of STEM.  The November 10th webinar is entitled “Science and the Movies” and will feature Tim McLaughin  who will talk about his work in the film industry and working on such films as Star Wars: Episode I, as well as others.  The webinar is FREE and is a great opportunity.  For more information click here.

“Come and Go” Major Stock Show Sign Up

Bexar County 4-H Office 3355 Cherry Ridge Dr., Ste. 208, San Antonio, TX, United States

Sam will be available to help you complete your major show entry forms on Thursday, Nov. 10th from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m.  at our office (3355 Cherry Ridge) in S-212.  Please call Pam to schedule an appointment time.  Entry forms for all the major shows and a summary sheet will be available if you need one.   All entries (San Antonio, Houston, San Angelo & Rodeo Austin) entry forms and fees are due to our office by Friday, Nov. 18th.    

Dog Training

The Bexar County Dog Squad is a competitive 4-H dog club that focuses on learning all aspects of dog care and training with the emphasis on competing at the State Dog Show in July. All 4-H members with any type of dog are welcome to join.  Mark your calendar for  Thursday, Nov. 10th, 6 p.m.     **All dogs must be current on Bordetella, DHLPP, and Rabies vaccines and will not be permitted to attend without written proof. No exceptions. A one time fee of $25 for the year... Read More →

Preparing Cattle for Show Workshop

Bexar County 4-H Office 3355 Cherry Street, Suite 212, San Antonio, TX, United States

If you will be exhibiting steers or heifers at the stock show, attend this workshop! Topics will include feeding, hair care, supply checklist, showmanship, and new steer classification guidelines. RSVP to Pam paxtell@ag.tamu.edu  by Monday, Nov. 7th.

Office Closed for Veterans Day Holiday

Bexar County Extension Office 3355 Cherry Ridge, Ste 208, San Antonio, TX, United States

Our office is closed today Friday, November 11, 2016 for the  Veterans Day holiday.

Helotes Clover Classic Swine Jackpot

Mark your calendar for Nov. 12th at Lighting Ranch, 818 FM 1283, Pipe Creek, Tx.  78063.  Day of show cash only $25.  For more information click here.

Clout Tourmament

November 12, 2016.  For more information click here.

Entomology Judging Workshop

Bexar County 4-H Office 3355 Cherry Ridge Dr., Ste. 208, San Antonio, TX, United States

Did you know that insects are extremely diverse and make up more than half of the species on earth? Are you interested in learning about insects?  All ages are welcome to join us and be a part of the Entomology Judging Team.   Mark your calendar for Sunday, Nov. 13th at 1:30  - 3:00 p.m. at the County Extension Office, 3355 Cherry Ridge S-208, SA, Tx.  78230. If you have any questions you can contact Molly at  mekeck@ag.tamu.edu.  

Shooting Sports Coach Training – DUE

Application Due ONLINE. San Antonio, TX, United States

Shooting Sports Training in Angelton, Texas  at the Brazoria County Fairgrounds on December 3 – 4, 2016.  Cost is $120 from Oct. 14th - Nov. 15th.  Register on 4-H Connect. For more information click here.

Vet Science Workshop

These workshops are open to all 4-H ages and are a learning series to help youth meet their required learning lessons in the veterinary science project.  Some lessons will be in a classroom, but several lessons will be hands on. Mark your calendar for  Tuesday, November 15th at 5:30 p.m. at the Hooves & Paws Vet Clinic, 16060-1 Bandera Rd. Helotes, Tx.  78023  Vet Science Curriculum Handbook is available for $79.00, but is not required to attend these workshops.  For more information contact Jackie at jackiewanke@gmail.com.

Scholarship Training

Bexar County 4-H Office 3355 Cherry Ridge Dr., Ste. 208, San Antonio, TX, United States

Do you want to go to college???? Learn how to earn scholarships through 4-H by attending this training on Monday, Nov. 15th at the 4-H Office, 6:30 p.m.  Members and adults are welcome to attend.  For more information click here.

“Come and Go” Major Stock Show Sign Up

Bexar County 4-H Office 3355 Cherry Ridge Dr., Ste. 208, San Antonio, TX, United States

Sam will be available to help you complete your major show entry forms on Wednesday, Nov. 16th from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at our office in S-208.  Please call Pam to schedule an appointment time.  Entry forms for all the major shows and a summary sheet will be available if you need one.  All emtries (San Antonio, Houston, San Angelo & Rodeo Austin) entry forms and fees are due to our office by Friday, Nov. 18th.

Bexar County 4-H Dog Training

The Bexar County 4-H Dog Squad is a competitive 4-H dog club that focuses on learning all aspects of dog care and training with the emphasis on competing at the State Dog Show in July. All 4-H members with any type of dog are welcome to join.  Mark your calendar for  Thursday, Nov. 17th, 6 p.m.     **All dogs must be current on Bordetella, DHLPP, and Rabies vaccines and will not be permitted to attend without written proof. No exceptions. A one time fee of $25 for the... Read More →

County Council/Adult Leaders Meeting

Helotes Activity Center 12132 Leslie Road, Helotes, TX, United States

Mark your calendar for Thursday, November 17th at the Helotes Activity Center, 7 p.m. for the next County Council/Adult Leaders Meeting.

San Angelo Stock Show Entry – DUE

Bexar County 4-H Office 3355 Cherry Ridge Dr., Ste. 208, San Antonio, TX, United States

San Angelo Stock Show entry form is due to our office by Friday, Nov. 18th.  No late entries will be accepted.   The entry form states a deadline of December 1st, that is our office deadline to the stock show.   Our early deadline allows us time to verify entry information and  enter entry information onto the stock show on-line entry system to meet the major stock show deadline.  Also, notice the form requires the Quality Counts Verification #.   If you have not taken the test, please make sure you... Read More →

Houston Stock Show Entry – DUE

Bexar County 4-H Office 3355 Cherry Ridge Dr., Ste. 208, San Antonio, TX, United States

 Animals, Livestock & Meats Judging,  Ag. Mechanics, Etc. Houston Stock Show entry form is due to our office by Friday, Nov. 18th.  The Major Show Summary Sheet should be attached to your major show entries and is available in our office.  Houston Stock Show rules and guidelines are available on the show website at . http://www.rodeohouston.com/Get-Involved/Exhibitors-Participants/Livestock-Show.   Houston Stock Show entry forms including animal entry, and any judging contest forms are available on our website here.  The stock show predetermines how many car passes we are allotted.  If you will... Read More →

Rodeo Austin Entry – DUE

Bexar County 4-H Office 3355 Cherry Ridge Dr., Ste. 208, San Antonio, TX, United States

Rodeo Austin entry form is due to our office by Friday, Nov. 18th.  The Major Show  Entry Summary Sheet  should be attached to your major show entries available in our office.  Rodeo Austin rules and guidelines are available at http://www.rodeoaustin.com/static/media/uploads/rodeo_files/2017_premium_book_final.pdf.    Stock Show entry forms are available on our website  here.