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February 2025


4-H Public Programming

4-H Team Archery Competition

Clark County Shooting Sports Complex

Saturday, March 22, 2025 | 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.


Find a partner and join us for our first team style archery competition!


This competition is open to current 4-H members who participate in archery. Adults and youth will form teams of two and compete against each other. If you are not a part of 4-H archery and would like to join please email Hailey Wright, haileywright@unr.edu to join a local club.


This event is free to attend. Youth must be over the age of 9.

Teams will compete from the 10, 15, and 20 yd line in 2 rounds with 5 arrows in each round. There will be 1 round of practice shots at each distance.


Registration is open from January 8th, 2025- March 15th, 2025.

Click to Sign Up for the Archery Competition!

4-H Clark County Fun Shoot

Clark County Shooting Sports Complex

April 26, 2025 | 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.


Come join our annual archery competition and compete against fellow 4-Her’s.


This event is only open to youth enrolled in a 4-H archery project. Youth must be enrolled in 4-H online to compete. Registration is $5.


For any questions or if you are not a part of a 4-H archery club and would like to join please email Hailey Wright, haileywright@unr.edu.


Registration will open February 1, 2025.

Junior Master Gardener Classes - Laughlin Library

Laughlin Library

2840 S Needles Hwy, Laughlin, NV 89029

February 4 - April 29, 2025 | Tuesdays | 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.


In these workshops, students will have fun working in the community gardens toward a gardening certification.


The Junior Master Gardener program is an international youth gardening program of the University Extension Network. JMG engages children in novel, “hands-on” group and individual learning experiences that provide a love of gardening, develop an appreciation for the community and environment, and cultivate the mind.


Open to all ages. Students under 10 years old will require guardian presence. No prior gardening experience needed.

Classes are free but students will be required to purchase the JMG Handbook.


Space is limited, reserve your spot today!


Any questions can be emailed to Devon Tilman at dtilman@unr.edu or please call (702) 299-3333.

Click to Reserve your Spot!

4-H Camp Programming

4-H Teen Wellness Retreat

4-H Camp and Learning Center

1536 Alamo West Road Alamo, NV 89001

March 17 (8 a.m.) - March 19, 2025 (5 p.m.)


Are you interested in joining the Clark County 4-H team by attending the 4-H Teen Wellness Retreat hosted in Alamo, NV?


During this 3-day overnight retreat, teens ages 13 to 18 will dive deeper into the topics of mindfulness, the importance of physical activity, and lifelong healthy habits.


All transportation, meals and lodging are included in the overall price of this experience ($200).


Registration will be open from January 6th, 2025 to March 3rd, 2025.


Only Open to Youth ages 13 to 18.

$200 Camp Fee


**Please note that there are only 15 spaces available for this overnight camp that will be recognized on a first come first serve basis after payment is recorded. **


If you have any questions before completing the registration, please contact our Healthy Living Coordinator, Jillian McDonald, at mcdonaldj@unr.edu. Thank you! 

Click to Register for the Teen Wellness Retreat!
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4-H Shooting Sports Camp

Discover the thrill of hitting a bullseyes at 4-H Shooting Sports Camp! Dive into an exciting adventure where you can master the art of archery and air rifle shooting while enjoying a variety of outdoor activities. Join us for an unforgettable experience in the great outdoors!


Nevada 4-H Camp Alamo

1536 Alamo W. Rd, Alamo, NV 89001

May 28 - May 30, 2025


Participant cost of $144 includes meals, lodging, and transportation to and from the camp. Open to youth ages 12-16. Registration due by May 6, 2025.


For more information or if you need assistance with registration, please contact Yolys Carrera at ycarrera@unr.edu

Click Here to Register for 4-H Shooting Sports Camp!
4-H Overnight Horse Camp - Girl riding horse surrounded by other people riding horses

4-H Overnight Horse Camp

Saddle Up for Adventure

This four day/three night camp is designed to introduce youth to horseback games, crafts, and team-building exercises with fellow horse enthusiasts. Participants will take part in daily riding sessions and horsemanship activities.


Nevada 4-H Camp Alamo

1536 Alamo W. Rd, Alamo, NV 89001

July 29 - Aug. 1, 2025


Participant cost of $250 includes youth meals, lodging, and transportation to and from the camp to arena. Registration due by May 1, 2025.


Participants must provide for and transport their own horse; including feed, necessary supplies, and saddle. 4-H safety gear required.


For more information or if you need assistance with registration, please contact Lacey Tom at lsproul@unr.edu

4-H Teen Leadership Camp - Lake Tahoe

Experience the ultimate adventure at 4-H Teen Leadership Camp!


From exciting team challenges to exploring the great outdoors, this camp is all about building confidence, making new friends, and sharpening your leadership skills. Whether you’re stepping up as a leader or just beginning your journey, you’ll leave inspired, empowered, and ready to make a difference.


Lake Tahoe 4-H Camp

June 11 - June 14, 2025


Registration Opens: March 3, 2025

Open to youth ages 13-18


Sign up early to secure your spot – don’t miss this unforgettable adventure!


Contact Kenny Haack-Damon at damonk@unr.edu for more information.


4-H Club Programming

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4-H Bluebirds Club

North Las Vegas University of Nevada, Reno Extension Office

January 15 - May 21, 2025

Every 2 weeks on Wednesdays from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.


Are you looking for a 4-H Club in the North Las Vegas area?

Join the 4-H Bluebirds Community Club!


In this club, youth will explore and discover fun activities and projects relating to STEAM, the Arts, Healthy Living, and more! All are welcome and no 4-H experience is necessary.

This series is open to all youth ages 8 to 19 (ages 5 to 8 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian). Club meetings are free but registration is required. Parents and guardians are highly encouraged and welcome to stay during meetings!

Register for 4-H Bluebirds Club Here!

4-H Cool Coyotes Community Club

Lifelong Learning Center

University of Nevada, Reno Extension Office (Paradise)

January 14 - May 20, 2025

Every 2 weeks on Tuesdays from 5 p.m. to 7 pm.


Want to get involved in a 4-H Club?


Join the Clark County Community Club, the "4-H Cool Coyotes" where youth discover new projects or hobbies involving cooking, healthy living, engineering and more!

All are welcome.


Meetings are open to all youth ages 8 to 18 (ages 5 to 7 with a parent/guardian) and are free to attend. Parents and/or guardians are highly encouraged and welcome to stay for meetings!


Any questions can be emailed to Arianna Castro at ariannac@unr.edu or Cali Larrison at clarrison@unr.edu.

Register for '4-H Cool Coyotes Meetings' Here!

4-H Henderson Archery Club

Whitney Mesa Recreation Center

1575 W. Galleria Dr. Henderson, NV 89014


Come try your hand at Archery, now in Henderson! Practices are open to youth ages 9 -18 and are free to attend. 



No experience is required, and all equipment is provided.

Practice resumes on January 21, 2025 and is held on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.


Please email Hailey Wright, haileywright@unr.edu with any questions or concerns.

Click to Sign Up for the Henderson Archery Club!

Vegas Rangers Archery Club

Clark County Shooting Sports Complex 

11357 N Decatur Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89131


Ready to try out Archery? Check out our Vegas Rangers Archery Club in North Las Vegas.


No experience is required, and all equipment is provided.

Practice resumes on January 27, 2025 and is held every Monday unless there is a holiday from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.


Please email Hailey Wright, haileywright@unr.edu with any questions or concerns.

Click to Sign up for Vegas Rangers!
4-H Clark County Pistol Club

Clark County Shooting Sports Complex 

11357 N Decatur Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89131


There is a new discipline being added to the 4-H Clark County Shooting Sports Program! Space is limited and only those that have registered ahead of time will be able participate.


March 14, 2025

6pm to 7:30pm


To register please email Hailey Wright, haileywright@unr.edu.

Parents are required to stay the whole practice.


Please email Hailey Wright, haileywright@unr.edu with any questions or concerns.


Livestock Workshops

2025 Nevada 4-H Youth Meat Animal Workshop

March 13 - March 15, 2025

Clark County Logandale Extension Office

1897 North Moapa Valley Blvd, Logandale, Nevada 89021


Open to youth ages 11-19

Free to youth | $30 for Parent/Guardian


Join us for a hands-on educational experience covering meat industry essentials, animal handling, food safety, harvest demonstrations, fabrication techniques, and much more!


Open to youth ages 11 to 19 interested in gaining knowledge and skills in meat animal processing. There is a $30 registration fee for parents/guardians. Checks payable to Board of Regents.

To submit registration, please click the button below and download the PDF and submit your completed registration to Nevada4H@unr.edu.


Don't miss this opportunity to learn from industry experts!

Click to Download Youth Meat Registration PDF

Know Before You Show

Swine Workshop

Online Workshop via Zoom

Mar. 6, 2025

5:30p.m. to 7p.m.



Please join the accomplished Noah Vantrease as he covers important details in regard to showing hogs. Noah will also provide information on animal nutrition, show trends and fitting, showmanship tips, and judge perspectives from the show ring.


For more information or if you need assistance with registration, please contact Rebecca Glocknitzer at rglocknitzer@unr.edu

Click Here for Zoom Registration!

Important Announcements

Important Notice!


The Nevada Department of Agriculture (NDA) is implementing a ban on all Nevada Poultry (birds and eggs) and Dairy Cattle Exhibitions at fairs and shows until further notice. 


Clark County 4-H is currently in the process of planning alternative opportunities for those youth who were expecting to be able to show their chickens at the Clark County Fair.


Please contact Rocki Shaner, shanerr@unr.edu, directly with the names and ages of youth in your club or family that were planning on participating in chicken showmanship to help us with alternative arrangements.


We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work through this together!

Click to See Full Statement Here
Nevada Junior Livestock Show and Sale

Please see the new Nevada Junior Livestock Show and Sale (NJLS) Rule and Information Class Book.


If you have any questions regarding the class book, please contact Sarah Chvilicek at sarahc@unr.edu.

Access NJLS Rule and Information Book Here!

4-H Program Highlights

Ice, ice, maybe? These 4-H campers at Camp Alamo found a rare desert treasure - a frozen pond! Who knew winter could surprise us like this?

Stitching up something special! This young creator is focused and ready to bring their sewing project to life at Sew Fun Day Camp! 


Job Opportunities

Want to Work with 4-H this year? Check out these positions below!

AmeriCorps 4-H Community Educator


The 4-H Environmental Educator AmeriCorps Members will deliver educational activities to the youth through experiential, hands-on learning, Positive Youth Development (PYD) principles and support the program they are assigned to. Members will support summer day camp activities and implement a new environmental literacy curriculum.


This position will be Monday- Friday 8:00 AM- 5:00 PM. Occasional nights and weekends.


The members will be serving majority of their hours at the Extension office and in local community. Start Date: 5/19/2025- End date: 8/11/2025. 


This is a minimum time term of service, and a minimum of 300 hours must be completed successfully in order to be eligible for an education award. Availability in Clark, Elko, Eureka, Lyon, Northern Nye, Washoe, and White Pine Counties.

Click to Apply to this Americorps Position

AmeriCorps 4-H Environmental Educator


The 4-H Environmental Educator AmeriCorps Members will deliver educational activities to the youth through experiential, hands-on learning, Positive Youth Development (PYD) principles and support the program they are assigned to. Members will support summer day camp activities and implement a new environmental literacy curriculum.


This position will be Monday- Friday 8:00 AM- 5:00 PM. Occasional nights and weekends.


The members will be serving majority of their hours at the Extension office and in local community. Start Date: 3/31/2025- End date: 8/18/2025. 


This is a Reduced half- time term of service, and a minimum of 675 hours must be completed successfully in order to be eligible for an education award. Availability in Clark, Elko, Eureka, Lyon, Northern Nye, Washoe, and White Pine Counties.

4-H Community Based Instructor - Communications, Expressive Arts, and Civic Engagement


The University of Nevada, Reno Southern Area Extension is recruiting for a Community-Based Instructor 3 for Clark County 4-H. This position is located in Las Vegas Nevada.

 

The Community-Based Instructor 3 will focus on implementing 4-H programs and curricula on the topics of Communications, the Expressive Arts, as well as Civic Engagement and leadership for youth in various settings, including schools, community centers, and camps, using diverse teaching methods while tracking attendance and volunteer participation.


Responsibilities include updating and adapting curricula to meet audience needs, contributing to new curriculum development through feedback from observations and evaluations, and collaborating with 4-H teams.


The Community-Based Instructor 3 will coordinate program logistics, maintain records, prepare reports, purchase supplies, support volunteers through training and assistance, recruit volunteers, and aid marketing efforts such as creating flyers and updating social media.

Click to Apply to this 4-H CBI Position

4-H Community Based Instructor - STEM


The University of Nevada, Reno Southern Area Extension is recruiting for a Community-Based Instructor 3 for Clark County. This position is located in Las Vegas Nevada.

 

The Community-Based Instructor 3 will design and deliver research-based curricula using interactive teaching methods, fostering positive youth development, and implementing engaging educational experiences in schools, community centers, libraries, public housing sites, and camp programs.


Key responsibilities include program planning, lesson development, and logistics coordination to ensure effective program delivery. This position is vital in outreach and communication efforts by promoting programs through social media, flyers, and community engagement initiatives, as well as assisting with leadership programs and special events such as STEM fairs and Career Days.

 

Click to Apply to this 4-H CBI Position

Enroll in 4-H!

Enrollment for the new 4-H year is open!


Have you enrolled for the 2024-2025 4-H year yet? All club members and volunteers must enroll in 4-H every year starting in October for active membership. 


Visit 4-H Online at 4honline.com to enroll today! Feel free to reach out to your county leaders or contact the Nevada 4-H Team at Nevada4H@unr.edu to enroll today! #4H #Nevada4H #UNRExtension


Volunteer Opportunities

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Volunteer at 4-H

4-H is looking for volunteers in the Clark County area! Volunteers help provide programming, exemplify leadership skills, mentor youth, and are essential to 4-H.


If interested in volunteering for 4-H, please contact Volunteer Coordinator, Ryan Tesar at rtesar@unr.edu or fill out an Initial Interest Form by clicking the button below.

Fill out a Volunteer Interest Form Here

Looking for More Events?

Explore the University of Nevada, Reno Calendar to Find Upcoming Programs!


Looking for more frequent updates on event information? Click the button below to browse the University of Nevada, Reno Calendar and find all the latest 4-H programming happening near you.

Browse Clark County 4-H Open Events

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