Information: 30 Target 3-D Course. Open to the first 100 shooters. Entry form and waivers here. Date: Saturday, April 14, 2018. Deadline March 30, 2018 Location: JCSSA Shooting Range, 6465 FM 3136, Alvarado, Tx.
Information: The Texas 4-H Fashion and Interior Design Ambassador Program strives to provide members entering 10 – 12 grades the opportunity to develop and practice advanced leadership skills to mentor other youth, and to become knowledgeable representatives for the Fashion & Interior Design project. Guidelines and application are available here. Date: Application due by March 31, 2018
April 5 (Thursday) - An Estate Planning Workshop will be held from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at Rudy's BBQ (24152 West IH 10, Leon Springs, TX). Program topics will include "Why is Estate Planning Important? What You Need to Know" and "Trusts, Business Entities, and Tax Issues". Cost of the program is $10 and includes lunch. RSVP by March 30 to Denise at 210/631-0400.
Information: Are you a graduating senior and plan to apply for a 4-H scholarship, mark your calendar to attend this training. For more information click here. Date: Thursday, April 5, 2018, 6:30 p.m. Location: 4-H Office, 3355 Cherry Ridge, S-208, SA, Tx. 78230
Are you interested in learning how to care for your dog or train your dog? For more information and training dates, click here. Meeting dates are subject to change due to weather, call in advance.
Information: This training is open to adults and 4-H members in 9 – 12 grades. Topics will include basic fishing skills, fish biology, gear and tackle and much more. See flyer for more information. Date: Saturday, April 21, 2018. Deadline is April 8, 2018 on 4-H Connect. Location: Lake Bastrop South Shore Park, 375 South Shore Rd., Bastrop, Tx. 78602. Cost: $25
Information: This project is an interactive program that teaches youth about wildlife, habitat, habitat management, and natural resources stewardship. Guidelines are available here. Date: April 28 – 29, 2018. Deadline to register on 4-H Connect is April 9, 2018. Location: Camp Tyler, Whitehouse, Texas Cost: $25
There are a lot of great volunteers in the Bexar County 4-H Program. Here is an opportunity for you to nominate someone from your club. Award descriptions, guidelines and applications are available on the state website at https://texas4-h.tamu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2018-Volunteer-Recognition-Packet.pdf. Deadline to submit a nomination award on-line is Monday, April 9, 2018.
Information: If you will be exhibiting a steer or heifer at the 2018 Bexar County and/or 2019 Major Stocks Shows, or a goat/lamb or swine at the 2018 State Fair of Texas stock show, these animals must be validated. Date: Deadline to order validation tags is Wednesday, April 11, 2018. Validation dates will be announced soon. Location: Validation locations will be announced soon. Cost: $17 a tag -2018 State Fair Lamb/Goat order form here -2018 State Fair Swine order form here -2018 Bexar County/2019 Major Show Steer order... Read More →
If you have an interest in beekeeping and/or learning how to start your own bee hives for pleasure, environmental stewardship, or to enhance pollination, join us for the Beekeeping Basics program! This program is meant for first-time beekeepers or those with very limited experience and is presented by experienced beekeepers and entomologists. Anyone can be a beekeeper--young or old, city or country dweller! During this course, we will cover the basics of bees and beekeeping, including bee biology, beekeeping equipment and tools, space and time requirements, and beekeeping... Read More →
Are you interested in learning how to care for your dog or train your dog? For more information and training dates, click here. Meeting dates are subject to change due to weather, call in advance.
Mark your calendar for Saturday, Apr. 14th. Books open at 11 a.m., playday starts at 1 p.m. For more information click here.
During the Beekeeping Basics course, a hands-on field day to a beekeeper's yard will be included. Program participants will elect to attend one of two field days to be conducted on April 14 and 15. A bee suit will be provided. Field day times are weather dependent. Address and maps will be provided to registered participants. Locations are subject to change.
Dr. Larry Stein, Extension Horticulturist, will be conducting his Annual Grafting Seminar at Saturday, April 14, from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon. Dr. Stein will demonstrate how and why fruit, nut, and citrus trees are grafted and will include several different grafting techniques. You will also learn about the overall care of your fruit and nut trees. Arrive early! This seminar is very popular and FREE; no RSVP required.
Information: Any horse you plan to ride at the District or State horse shows, needs to be validated on a yearly basis. Horse Validation will be processed through 4-H Connect. Please take photos of your horse and download them on the 4-H Connect system. Make sure you take the short survey before signing out. Print the invoice from the 4-H Connect system for your file. Detailed instructions on how to complete your new validation or re-validation click here. Date: March 1 – April 15, 2018 is $10. April 16... Read More →
Information: This scholarship is for graduating seniors who have exhibited a steer in Texas Steer Shows. Guidelines and application are available here. Date: Due date Monday, April 16, 2018
Don't miss the 2018 Ag Symposium -- "Putting $ Back in Your Pocket" to be held Tuesday, April 17, from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon at the Bexar County Extension Office. This program will be conducted via distance technology and will include several ag-related topics. 2 CEUs (1 IPM & 1 General) will be provided. Cost is $15; RSVP with Denise at 210/631-0400.
Everyone is welcome to participate at the District 4-H Spring Roundup Contests, April 19 - 21. Guidelines and eligibility form are available here. Early registration fee is $10.00 on line via the 4-H CONNECT by credit card from March 8 - 20. Please select contest“2017-2018 District 10 Spring Round Up. Thursday, April 19, 2018 – Gillespie County Fairgrounds, Fredericksburg: Range & Pasture ID Range Evaluation Wool Judging Mohair Judging Thursday, April 19, 2018 – First Baptist, Fredericksburg: Leaders 4 Life Friday, April 20, 2018 - Gillespie County Fairgrounds,... Read More →
Information: Members (12 - 18) will learn and practice clinical skills on large and small animals who are participating in the Veterinary Science Certification Program. For more information click here. Date: Multiple dates. Deadline is Thursday, April 19, 2018. Location: Multiple locations. Cost: $175
Information: National 4-H Congress is the flagship event of the National 4-H program to be held in Atlanta, Georgia. 4-H youth (grades 9 – 12) and adult volunteers analyze current youth issues and determine the most effective ways to address them. Download the information packet Date: Nov. 23 – 27, 2018. Deadline to apply on 4-H Connect is April 20, 2018. Location: Hyatt Regency Hotel in Atlanta, Georgia
Information: To apply you must be a graduating senior and attend a Bexar County High School. Application and guidelines are available at http://www.rotarysa.org/scholarships/norman-vestal/ Date: Deadline is Friday, April 20, 2018
Are you interested in learning how to care for your dog or train your dog? For more information and training dates, click here. Meeting dates are subject to change due to weather, call in advance.
"A Taste of Fiesta" workshop will be conducted on Saturday, April 28, from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon, at the Bexar County Extension Office (3355 Cherry Ridge, Suite 208). Learn about the different types of peppers and tomatoes and make your own homemade salsa to take home! Cost is $20; RSVP by April 25.
Information: The primary goal of the Healthy Texas Youth 4-H Ambassador Program is to be trained and recognized as a student advocate in health and wellness. Guidelines are available here and application is available here. Date: Application is due to our office by Tuesday, May 1, 2018, 8 a.m. You are welcome to scan and email to paxtell@ag.tamu.edu. Cost: $75
Information: Any horse you plan to ride at the District or State horse shows, needs to be validated on a yearly basis. Horse Validation will be processed through 4-H Connect. Please take photos of your horse and download them on the 4-H Connect system. Make sure you take the short survey before signing out. Print the invoice from the 4-H Connect system for your file. Detailed instructions on how to complete your new validation or re-validation click here. Date: March 1 – April 15, 2018 is $10. April 16... Read More →
May 3 (Thursday) – will be session one of the Brush Country Beef 706 Program. This 3-part series will focus on beef quality management and marketing opportunities for producers. The May 3 session will be held at the Live Oak Livestock Market Auction (3795 U.S. 281) in Three Rivers, Texas. Other sessions will be held on October 20 and October 29-30 (see flyer for details). Cost of the program is $50/participant for all three sessions.
Beekeeping Basics — May 4, 2018, (9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.) with field day on May 5 We had enough interest and folks on the waiting list from the April class to open a second Beekeeping Basics Class in May! The class will be held May 4 with a field day on May 5. If you have an interest in beekeeping and/or learning how to start your own bee hives for pleasure, environmental stewardship, or to enhance pollination, join us for the May 4-5 program! This program is meant... Read More →
Graduating Seniors interested in applying for the $20,000 Academic S.A.L.E. Scholarship must turn in a completed Recordbook, Application, and required attachements found below in the following Guidelines and application. All applications are due IN our office on Friday, May 4th by 5PM. Late applications WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES. Please call 210.631.0400 with any questions. SALE Scholarship Guidelines SALE Scholarship Application Recordbook Rules & Guidelines
A Beef Cattle Rebuilding Workshop will be held at the Edmond Pruski Ranch (1406 FM 1303, Floresville, TX) on Friday, May 4, from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. The workshop will include selection and management of replacement females, nutrition, brush management, as well as a chute-side demonstration. This workshop will provide 2 CEUs (1-General & 1-IPM) for Commercial, Non-commercial, and Licensed Private Applicators. Cost is $10/participant and lunch will be provided; RSVP by May 2.
Are you interested in learning how to care for your dog or train your dog? For more information and training dates, click here. Meeting dates are subject to change due to weather, call in advance.
May 5 (Saturday) - Growing Citrus on Your Patio and in Your Landscape will be presented 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon at Milberger's Landscaping and Nursery (3920 North Loop 1604, San Antonio). Learn from David Rodriguez, County Extension Agent-Horticulture, how to successfully grow citrus trees in your home landscape or in containers. The program is FREE; no RSVP required.