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Information: One Day 4-H is scheduled for Saturday, October 13, 2018. If you are interested in ordering a t-shirt, deadline is September 21, 2018. Order form is available here.
Information: One Day 4-H is scheduled for Saturday, October 13, 2018. If you are interested in ordering a t-shirt, deadline is September 21, 2018. Order form is available here.
Information: This contest is open to all FFA and 4-H youth. For more information see below. Date: Saturday, September 22, 2018. Check in is 9 a.m. Location: American Legion Hall, 14290 FM 1346, St. Hedwig, Tx. Cost: $5.00 per submission
Saturday, September 22, from 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon, will be a program on Fall and Winter Vegetable Gardening presented by David Rodriguez, Bexar County Extension Agent-Horticulture. South Texas offers vegetable gardeners two great growing seasons each year, and milder fall temperatures bring out the best flavors in home-grown vegetables. The program is FREE. Bring a notebook; David Rodriguez will answer your specific gardening questions.
Information: If you will be exhibiting market pig at the 2018 Bexar County Show or the 2019 major shows, you must purchase a validation tag. Date: Tag orders are due to our office on or before Tuesday, September 25, 2018. Order form is available here. There is a drop slot in the front door of S-212 to help you meet this deadline. Cost: State tags are $17/each. County tags are $2/each.
Information: Fundraising is an important task for the Bexar County 4-H Program. The money raised is used to help reimburse members for entry fees who attend District and State contests and much more. Date: Deadline to order chocolate is Wednesday, September 19, 2018. Order form and more information is available here. Pizza Party Kickoff is Tuesday, September 25, 2018, 6:30 p.m. at the 4-H Office, 3355 Cherry Ridge, S-208, SA, Tx. 78230
Information: Some lessons will be in a classroom, but several lessons will be hands on. For dates and locations click here. For more information about the workshops contact Jackie at helotesvetscience@gmail.com. Date: Multiple Dates, Times, Locations, click here.
Information: If you will be exhibiting a heifer at the 2018 Bexar County Show or the 2019 major shows, you must purchase a validation tag. Date: Tag orders are due to our office on or before Wednesday, September 26, 2018. Order form is available here. There is a drop slot in the front door of S-212 to help you meet this deadline. Cost: State tags are $17/each.
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: Are you interested in representing the Texas 4-H Shooting Sports program at national championships? For more information click here. Date: Due on 4-H Connect by Thursday, September 27, 2018.
Information: Are you interested in representing the Texas 4-H Shooting Sports program at national championships? For more information click here. Date: Due on 4-H Connect by Thursday, September 27, 2018.
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