September 28 (Friday) will be Second Steps in Beekeeping, 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., at Rudy's BBQ Doc Holiday Banquet Room (location subject to change) in Leon Springs (24059 Old Fredericksburg Road). This class is for those who have already attended the Beekeeping Basics program and are ready for some more in-depth information. Cost is $40 (includes lunch) and online registration is required.
Information: These shows are open to all 4-H members in any county 4-H program. For a list of upcoming shows click here. Entry form is available here. Dates: Saturday, September 29, 2018, November 10, 2018 and March 23, 2019 Location: Guadalupe County Fair Grounds, Seguin, Texas
Information: Show off your SUPER strength by competing in our 8-weekWalk Across Texas! Challenge. Form a team of up to 8 people. For more information click here. Date: Saturday, September 29, 2018, 10 a.m. Location: Helotes Activity Center, 12132 Leslie Rd., Helotes Tx. 78023
Information: Enrolled 4-H 2018 graduating senior. Complete scholarship application and recordbook. For scholarship application and more information click here. Date: Due to the 4-H office by Saturday, September 29, 2018.
Information: This conference gives youth & adults the opportunity to expand their 4-H knowledge. There will be 11 rotating sessions. For more information on sessions and registration click here. Date: Conference is Saturday, September 29, 2018. Registration is September 6 - 14. 2018 Cost: $30 per person (Lunch& T-shirt Provided) Location: Comfort High School, 143 US 87, Comfort, Tx. 78013
Information: Are you interested in learning how to care for your dog or train your dog? For more information and training dates, click here. Date: Meeting dates are subject to change due to weather, call in advance.
Join us for a 4-H Walk Across Texas Kick Off on Saturday, September 29, 2018, at the Helotes Activity Center, 10:00-11:30 a.m. There will be various stations conducting fun physical activities including a Jump Rope-a-thon, Limbo Mania, Frisbee Fun, Volleyball Blanket, and an obstacle course. Stop by for a healthy snack and try a delicious smoothie! Health-related exhibitors will also be onsite. There is a FREE event; please RSVP by September 21 to Frances Moreno-Elizondo.
September 29 (Saturday) will be a "Fall is for Planting!" presentation, 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon, given by David Rodriguez, County Extension Agent-Horticulture. The presentation will be given at Rainbow Gardens (8516 Bandera Road, San Antonio). Learn about fall lawn care as well as tips on fall vegetable gardening and getting the jump on spring with recommended planting tips for trees and shrubs. Bring your questions! This is a FREE seminar.
Information: This entomology practice is a fantastic opportunity for young naturalists to explore the vast world of insects and related arthropods. Members will learn how to identify orders/species of insects, interact with live specimens, and study under a certified entomologist. Date: Multiple dates, see flyer here. RSVP to Molly, she will need your email to invite you to the website.
Information: Food Show and Food Challenge guidelines and entry form are available here. Date: Saturday, October 13, 2018. Deadline is Monday, October 1, 2018. Location: The Neighborhood Place, 3014 Rivas St., SA,Tx. 78228
Information: Are you interested in learning how to care for your dog or train your dog? For more information and training dates, click here. Date: Meeting dates are subject to change due to weather, call in advance.
Information: Adult volunteers must be enrolled on 4-H Connect. For more information click here. Date: October 13 – 14, 2018. Registration deadline is October 5, 2018. Cost: $120, includes lunch and dinner.
October 6 (Saturday) will be a Fall Vegetable Seminar, 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon, at Fanick's Garden Center and Nursery (1025 Holmgreen Road, San Antonio). David Rodriguez, County Extension Agent-Horticulture, will show you how to properly plant, grow, and harvest your vegetables. David has a ton of experience in gardening and would love to share his knowledge and passion of vegetables with you. This seminar is FREE.
Information: Showmanship tips for goats, swine, lambs and cattle. For more information click here. Date: Tuesday, October 9, 2018, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Location: Judson FFA Show Barn, 9142 Farm to Market Rd. 78, Converse, Tx. 78109
August 8 (Wednesday) - An EarthKind Home Gardening Series will be begin August 8 and will continue August 22, September 12 & 26, and October 10 & 24. Come learn how to make your landscape look better and save water, all while having fun! The sessions will be held 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Bexar County Extension Office, 3355 Cherry Ridge Suite 208. Topics include: Rainwater Harvesting; Drip Irrigation (Surviving the Drought); Fall Vegetable Gardening; Home Fruit and Citrus; Lawn Care Basics; and Composting & It’s Benefits. Check the flyer... Read More →
Information: Birthday Party in a box will be our community service for One Day 4-H. We need shoe boxes, cake mix & frosting, balloons, candles, small toy and wrapping paper. Date: Deadline to drop off items to our office (3355 Cherry Ridge, S-212, SA, Tx. 78230) is Thursday, October 11, 2018.
October 11 (Thursday) will be a Tree Management Workshop, 8:30 a.m. - 4;30 p.m., at the San Antonio Botanical Garden (Classrooms A & B in the Culinary Garden), 555 Funston Place. Learn to maintain tree health and to identify and manage tree diseases and common insect pests. A root collar excavation and tree injection demonstration will also be provided. See flyer for various CEUs provided. Cost is $40/person and online registration is required. Check out the agenda for additional program details!
Validation dates and locations: Thursday, October 11, 2018 - 3 - 6 p.m. at O'Connor High School. Tuesday, October 16, 2018 - 3 - 6 p.m. at James Madison High School. Monday, October 22, 2018 - 3 - 6 p.m. at East Central High School.
Information: This training is open to any interested adult volunteers. See the attached flyer, website, and/or participant information letter for more details. Date: October 27-28, 2018. Registration will be conducted on 4‐H Connect between September 24- October 12, 2018. Look for 2018 D8 4-H Shooting Sports Coach Certification (Stephenville) (Open state-wide) Cost: $120
Information: Mark your calendar for the upcoming horse play dates listed here. Watch upcoming emails for entry form. Dates: Saturday, October 13, 2018, January 12, 2019, March 2, 2019 Location: The Country Church Arena, 1005 FM 78 W, Marion, Texas 78124