Extension Educationin Bexar County

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

This show is open to anyone ages 5 - 18, you do NOT have to be enrolled in 4-H.  Spread the word to your friends and school classmates who would like to show off their creative skills.  You can enter photos, metal projects, art projects, crafts and much more.  The show is scheduled for Friday, Apr. 7th at the Helotes Activity Center, 12132 Leslie Rd, Helotes, TX 78023.  Cost is free for enrolled 4-H members and $2 for non 4-H members per class.  Entry form and entry fee... Read More →

We have a lot of great 4-H volunteers and hope you consider nominating someone from your club.  Award descriptions are below.   Award guidelines and applications are available here.  Deadline to submit an award form on-line  is April  9th.  TEXAS 4-H ALUMNI AWARD The Texas 4-H Alumni Award will recognize adults who have made significant achievements IN THEIR COMMUNITIES. Consideration is given to individuals who have demonstrated an outstanding record of achievement AS A 4-H MEMBER and who have shown evidence of 4-H’s influence on their adult lives. See... Read More →

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Please find the District Photo Results here.

These workshops are open to all 4-H members.  First meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, March 28th at Kuentz Elementary in the Library, 12303 Leslie Rd, Helotes, Tx.  78023 (in front of O’Connor High School), at 6 p.m.  This meeting will be an introduction meeting to provide information to participants and parents.   Future meetings have been set for April 4, 11, 18, and 25th  at Kuentz Elementary Library at 6 p.m.  Once we see how many members from other parts of the county are interested we will identify a... Read More →

If you will be exhibiting a steer at the 2017 Bexar County and/or 2018 Major Stocks Shows, steers are required to be validated.  Validation tag order is due to our office by Thursday, April 13th.  Cost is $20.00 per head.   Late tags will be $40.00 each.  Order form is available here.     Steer validation dates, times and location will be announced shortly. There is a drop slot in the front door to help you meet this deadline.

If you will be exhibiting a goat or lamb at the 2016 State Fair of Texas stock show, animals require a validation tag to be put in its ear.  Tags are $20 each.  Validation tag orders will  be due to our office by Thursday, April 13th.  Order form is available here.  Validation date, time and location will be announced soon.

All Heifers to be shown at the 2017 Bexar County Junior Livestock Show and 2018 Major Livestock Shows are required to be validated.  Only heifers that have not already been validated, or that have changed ownership will be required to validate.   Validation form is available here and is due to our office by Thursday, April 13th.  You must have original registration papers at validation.  Cost will be $20.00 per head.   Late tags will be $40.00 each.  Validation date, time and location will be announced soon.

This contest will be held April 28th & 29th at the Boswell Porter 4-H Shooting Range in Snook, Texas.  Registration is now open in iClays.  Deadline is Friday, April 14th.  Registration information is available here.

Saturday, April 15th, at Somervell County Expo Center, Glen Rose, Tx.  76043.  For more information click here.

National 4-H Congress is the flagship event of the National 4-H program held Nov. 23 – 28  in Atlanta, Georgia. Extension staff, 4-H youth and 4-H adult volunteers analyze current youth issues and determine the most effective ways to address them. 4-H members can apply on 4-H Connect through April 16th.  There is no fee to apply.  If selected, participation fee is $1,000 - $1,500 and covers Congress registration (includes most meals), roundtrip airfare, ground transportation in Atlanta, lodging at the Hyatt Regency, educational tours, States lunch, state... Read More →

These workshops are open to all 4-H members.  First meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, March 28th at Kuentz Elementary in the Library, 12303 Leslie Rd, Helotes, Tx.  78023 (in front of O’Connor High School), at 6 p.m.  This meeting will be an introduction meeting to provide information to participants and parents.   Future meetings have been set for April 4, 11, 18, and 25th  at Kuentz Elementary Library at 6 p.m.  Once we see how many members from other parts of the county are interested we will identify a... Read More →

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, April 18h at 6:30 p.m. at the Helotes Activity Center, 12132 Leslie 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.

Are you 13 years or older and interested in running for a County Council officer position for this upcoming 2017-2018 4-H year?  This is a great opportunity for you to showcase your leadership experiences so that others can take notice. Please submit a short paragraph consisting of no more than 8 lines (12 pt. font) including what position you are running for, why you would like to run for office and what qualifies you to serve on the County Council (this is a chance to promote yourself, it... Read More →

Saturday, April 29th at Burleson County Fairgrounds, 889 Hwy36 S, Caldwell, Tx.  77836.  Deadline to register is April 23rd.  Guidelines and entry form are available here.

We are seeking adults and youth ready to lead on our Robotics Task Force.  We need your energy and ideas! Bexar County is starting a County wide initiative to grow the Robotics project. Whether you are a novice or advanced your input is valued. Committee will help plan future County Robotics Contest, Challenges and other fun youth activities. Mark your calendar for Tuesday, April 25th, 6:30 p.m. at our office in S-208.  For more information click here.