Office Closed Holiday
Bexar County 4-H Office 3355 Cherry Ridge Dr., Ste. 208, San Antonio, TX, United StatesOur office is closed for New Years' holiday. If you are trying to meet a deadline, there is a drop slot in the front door of S-212.
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Youth Day Photography Contest- Saturday February 11, 2017 – DUE
The Photography Contest promotes the interest and talents of youth photographers to the visitors of the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo. The Photography Contest is open to 4-H members aged 8 to 18 years. Deadline to enter is Thursday, Jan. 5th or Friday, Jan. 6th, 2017. For photo guidelines and entry information click here.
San Antonio Stock Show Youth Day Photography Contest- DUE
San Antonio Livestock Show Grounds San Antonio, United StatesThe Photography Contest promotes the interest and talents of youth photographers to the visitors of the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo. The Photography Contest is open to any youth aged 8 to 18 years. Contest is Saturday February 11, 2017. Deadline to enter is Thursday, Jan. 5th or Friday, Jan. 6th, 2017. For photo guidelines and entry information click here.
2017 Bexar County Beef Cattle Short Course
Palo Alto College, Performing Arts-Room 101 1400 Villaret Blvd., San Antonio, TX, United StatesThe Bexar Agriculture/Natural Resources Committee will be hosting the 2017 Beef Cattle Short Course on January 12 and January 19 (Thursdays), 2017. Registration begins at 6:00 p.m., and the program will begin at 6:30 p.m. both evenings. Check out the flyer for more information and registration information. Register by Friday, January 6!
$15.00
Office Closed for Holiday
Bexar County 4-H Office 3355 Cherry Ridge Dr., Ste. 208, San Antonio, TX, United StatesOur office is closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday. If you are trying to meet a deadline, there is a drop slot in the front door of S-212.
2017 Bexar County Beef Cattle Short Course
Palo Alto College, Performing Arts, Room 101 1400 Villaret Blvd., San Antonio, TX, United StatesThe Bexar Agriculture/Natural Resources Committee will be hosting the 2017 Beef Cattle Short Course on January 12 and January 19 (Thursdays), 2017. Registration begins at 6:00 p.m., and the program will begin at 6:30 p.m. both evenings. Check out the flyer for more information and registration information. Register by Friday, January 6!
$15.00
Master Wellness Volunteer Training
Bexar County Extension Office 3355 Cherry Ridge, Ste 208, San Antonio, TX, United StatesMaster Wellness Volunteer Training - Receive 40 hours of training (nutrition, dietary guidelines, food safety, food demonstration, healthy lifestyle choices & children's health) in exchange for 40 hours of service. Online registration required. Cost: $75; students - $25 -- lunch provided.
Home Fruit Seminar
Blue Star Brewing 1414 S. Alamo Street, San Antonio, TX, United StatesHome Fruit Seminar will be held Wednesday, January 25, 7:00-8:30 p.m., at Blue Star Brewing Company (1414 S. Alamo St., Ste. #205)
Free
Fashion Show- Saturday, February 18, 2017 – 12 noon – DUE
The purpose of the Fashion Show is to give our members an opportunity to show their talents and abilities. This is not a judged competition; it is simply a time when young people can show off a garment that they have made. The garment(s) can be created from a purchased pattern, an original design or a redesign of a garment. Deadline to enter is Wednesday, Feb. 1st, 2017. For more information click here.
2017 Spring Youth Garden Educator Training
Hardberger Park 8400 NW Military, San Antonio, TX, United StatesOnline registration is required; no walk-ins will be accepted. Registration is 8:30 - 9:00 a.m. with the training starting at 9:00 a.m. Click here for details and registration information.
$20.00
Baked Foods Contest – DUE
This contest is held during the San Antonio Stock Show on Saturday, Feb. 11th. There are three age divisions. Elementary: 6 - 10 years old, Junior: 11 - 13 years old, Senior: 14 - 18 years old. There are 12 Food Classes to select from. Entry form and guidelines are available here. Each contestant can have one entry per class. A $3.00 per class entry fee must be sent in with the entry form. All entry forms must be mailed and postmarked by Tuesday, February 7, 2017.
Wagon & Wheelbarrow Parade – February 11, 2017 – 3 p.m. – DUE
San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo Grounds 723 AT&T Center Parkway, San Antonio, TX, United StatesBe creative! Show off your red wagon or wheelbarrow on Saturday, February 11th at the San Antonio Stock Show by decorating it to showcase your club projects. Guidelines are available here.
San Antonio Livestock Exposition All Breeds Bull and Heifer Sale Educational Program
San Antonio Livestock Show Grounds San Antonio, United States2:00 p.m. at the SALE Auction Barn. See FLYER for details!
East Central Livestock Judging Contest – DUE
Application Due ONLINE. San Antonio, TX, United StatesJoin us for a judging practice before the San Antonio Livestock Judging Contest. Saturday, Feb. 25th, at the East Central FFA Show Barn. Pre-registration is $10. For more information click here.
Spring Clean Up
10:30 a.m. FREE seminar conducted by David Rodriguez, County Extension Director, at Milberger Nursery (3920 N. Loop 1604 East). Learn the best practices for preparing your spring garden--proper pruning, mulching, and fertilization.
Private Applicator License Training
Study manuals can be purchased for $50 in advance from the Extension Office. Make check/money order payable to "Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service". In addition, a $10 registration fee will be collected on the day of the training. Click here for additional information on the Private Applicator License Training in Bexar County.
Open Horse Show – DUE
Bexar County 4-H Office 3355 Cherry Ridge Dr., Ste. 208, San Antonio, TX, United StatesThis show is open to any adults and youth, you do not need to be enrolled in 4-H. All events are Saturday, March 4th at the Country Church, 1005 FM 78, Marion 78124. Entry form is available here and academic eligibility form is available here. Entry form is due to our office by Thursday, March 2nd. Bexar County 4-H members that want to be eligible for the end of the year horse awards are required to attend 1 of the 3 4-H Qualifying Horse Shows - Nov. 5, 2016, Mar.... Read More →
Bexar County 4-H 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, Mar. 2nd, 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 →
Best Spring Vegetable Garden Ever
10:30 a.m. FREE seminar conducted by David Rodriguez, County Extension Director, at Milberger Nursery (3920 N. Loop 1604 East). Learn about choosing the best varieties, soil preparation, fertilizing, inset and disease control--all you need for a bountiful harvest!
Free
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Spring Break Nature Camp
This year, the kids will be learning about Texas Snakes & Reptiles, Birds of Prey from wildlife experts, Tarantulas and Insects, Horticulture, and do some birding with an ornithology expert. We’ll perform experiments with owl pellets, insects, and some microbiology, and get to hold live animals, insects, snakes, reptiles, and get up close and personal with some birds of prey. Spring Break Nature Camp Presented by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension’s horticulture & entomology programs March 13-16, 9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. $115 Register at http://agriliferegister.tamu.edu/BexarCounty Snacks provided, but please... Read More →
$115