Extension Educationin Bexar County

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.

Benefits of Healthy Eating & Physical Activity (LGEG MyPlate & Go, Slow, Whoa Activities) Target Audience: Youth 6-10 years of age Date: Saturday, April 29, 2017 Venue: Lockwood Park | 801 N. Olive St. | San Antonio, TX 78202 Arrival Time: Between 9:30AM-3:30PM (*dependent upon shift selection—see sign-up sheet attached) Time of Event: 11:00 am to 3:00 pm Attire: Remember to wear your 4-H shirts and nametags!  Objective: United Way Kids Festival is a free, community event for families in San Antonio and Bexar County. It will be... Read More →

Volunteers are needed to help promote 4-H and healthy eating and physical activity lifestyles in our community.  Event is Saturday, April 29th at Lockwood Park, from 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.  This is a great way to show off your leadership skills and promote 4-H.  More information is available here.

This program is open to 4-H’ers ages 14 – 18 interested in equine science and the horse industry in Texas.  For more information click here.  Deadline is May 1st.

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, May 2nd 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.

Everyone is welcome to participate at the District Fashion Show contests on Friday, May 5th at the Fredericksburg United Methodist Church, 1800 North Llano, Fredericksburg, Tx. 78624.  Map, eligibility form and schedule for District show is available here. Parents, legal guardians, and/or chaperones attending this event will be responsible for youth and must remain on-site through the duration of the District Fashion Show.

Saturday, May 6th, at Callahan County Shooting Range.  For more information click here.

Dog show will be held on July 7-9 in Belton, Texas.  The dog show is open to all  4-H members who have validated their dog on 4-H CONNECT.  The Dog Show and Project is a great way for any 4-H member having a dog at home to participate in a 4-H project and gain skills in responsibility, caring, and leadership to name a few.  For more information on the dog show and the project click HERE.  Deadline to register is May 8th.

June 2 – 4, 2017.  Guidelines and entry form are available here.  Deadline to enter is May 12th.

Want to learn more about the Robotics project, mark your calendar to learn about the LEGO EV3 Mindstorms system on Friday, May 12th and Saturday, Oct. 28th.   For more information see flyer here.

Saturday, May 13th.  Team entry fee is $60.  For more details see flyer. here.

Saturday, May 13th.  Guidelines are available here.