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Calling all Comal 4-H Clubs!
We are filling our yearly RTIC Cooler again to donate to the CCJLSA Fundraiser. Grab an item or two (and give it to your club manager or bring to the Extension office.
All items must be in the cooler by
Thursday, January 23rd.
If you have any questions, you can call Michelle at 830-620-3440.
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Broiler 4-H Families
Mark you calendars with the dates below for your broiler chicks pick up.
January 17th - County Birds
January 31st - Houston & Austin Birds
Our office will call you with a ETA the day of pick up to receive your birds.
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Comal County 4-H
Livestock Skillathon Contest
Are you ready to put your knowledge to the test?
Enter our Livestock Skillathon Contest and showcase your expertise in:
Livestock Breeds
Feed/Medicine Labels
Retail ID
Livestock Equipment
Wool/Hay Classes
and more!
Click the button below for Rules and Entry Form
Registration Is Accepted Through Day of Event
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COMAL COUNTY 4-H
T-SHIRT Sale
Get your 4-H gear!
Show your 4-H pride with our awesome new t-shirts. Don't miss out!
Call the Extension Office to order at
830-620-3440
Cost is $20
(cash, check, and card accepted)
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RODEO AUSTIN SCHOOL TOURS
Click logo on the left to sign up
DEADLINE DATE - FEBRUARY 12, 2025
- Select Dates Between
- March 24 - 28, 2025
- Time Commitment: 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- Youth must be at least 13 years old & provide own transportation
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Houston Young Guns Shooting Sports Competition
February 7-9, 2025
Enter via www.iclays.com
Entries will open on October 28 at 9 a.m.
Deadline for Entries is February 1
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Junior Shoot-Out
February 12-16, 2025
The Junior Shoot-Out offers qualifying Texas 4-H and FFA members the opportunity to compete in shotgun shooting sports for scholarships and prizes. In this highly competitive event, individuals shoot in Open Boys, Open Girls, Age Group and Lewis Class divisions. Winners in each division advance to the Finals Event, which allows them a full day to display their impressive shooting skill.
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Buc Days Clays
4-H Youth Shoot
Date(s): February 22-23, 2025
Location: Corpus Christi Gun Club
$35,000 in prize $$ & scholarships
NEW: Male & Female Division!
Info/Registration LINK HERE
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American Farm Bureau Convention
San Antonio, TX – Jan. 24-29, 2025
Save the date for the 4-H, FFA, and Jr. MANRRS Youth Leadership Program to take place Sunday, January 26, 2025, from 8:00-5:00 p.m. at the Henry B Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio, TX. This program offers learning opportunities designed for youth leaders and FREE registration for 4-H, FFA and Jr. MANRRS members (and their chaperones) to attend the AFBF Convention in San Antonio, Texas. A formal invitation will be sent once registration opens.
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Texas 4-H Center
Summer Camps 2025
Join the Texas 4-H Center in January for Teen Retreat! Teen Retreat is a fun camping experience for teens ages 14-18 who have aged out of traditional camp (ages 8-13). During the weekend, we will explore everyone's favorite camping activities from archery/riflery, high-ropes, low ropes challenge course, songs, dances, and games, and of course a campfire! The cost is $170 per camper.
Visit https://apps.ideal-logic.com/texas4hcenter?key=T6DM-JF52T_K9KH-5PTF_a6c5cedca76f to register now or contact the Texas 4-H Center to learn more.
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HOW TO REGISTER:
Registration on 4HOnline (v2.4honline.com). Please reference the Event Registration instructions here: DOWNLOAD
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Regular Registration Period: $15 per contestant entered – Jan. 21 – Feb. 18, 2025 (DEADLINE)
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Late Registration: $40 per contestant entered – Feb. 19 – 21, 2025 FINAL LATE DEADLINE
- IMPORTANT! INCOMPLETE ENTRIES will be deleted after the late deadline. No late submissions will be accepted.
- No refunds will be given for any District Contest Registrations once they are approved.
CONTEST GUIDES & RULES:
2024-2025 District 10 4-H Photography Contest Guide – DOWNLOAD HERE
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4-H Wildlife & Fisheries
Project Workshop
January 18, 2025
Wichita County
Registration is November 22 - January 5
https://v2.4honline.com/#/user/sign-in
Learn about:
-Wildlife Species Ecology
-Wildlife Habitat Features
-Wildlife Habitat Management
-4-H Wildlife Contests Strategies
Have Questions?
Contact Larry Hysmith at lhysmith@tamu.edu
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4-H Refashion Retreat Registration Open
Information: Join us February 28–March 2 at the Texas 4-H Center for a weekend full of creativity, fun, and skill-building! Learn sewing techniques, dive into sustainable fashion, thrift materials, and transform them into one-of-a-kind designs. The weekend wraps up with a fabulous camper-led fashion show!
Don’t miss out—secure your spot today!
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San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo
2025 Junior Vaquero Cook-Off
Join us February 1, 2025 for our Junior Vaquero Cook-Off! Teams of 2-5 people will test their cooking skills for a chance to win a scholarship. Teams will be competing in 3 categories: Fideo Loco, Charro Beans, and Cook's Choice.
All participants must be enrolled in a high school program for the spring semester of 2025.
Rules & Entry Information: HERE
*Note: Deadline is Jan. 20, 2025 OR when 40 teams is reached!
2025 S.A.L.E. Youth Day - Saturday Feb. 8, 2025
Deadline to Sign-Up: January 10, 2025
Information: 4-H, FFA, & FCCLA members from across South Central Texas gather at the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo to showcase their talents, organization activities and project work. Members set up exhibits and hands-on activity booths for visitors and guests attending the Stock Show & Rodeo. An additional activity to this event is the Wagon & Wheelbarrow Parade. Youth Day is hosted on Saturday February 8, 2024 from 8:30AM – 4:30PM. WE NEED BOOTHS!!! We will be in the Freeman Coliseum! Crafts, activities, and free items for kids are what we are trying to provide! The link to register for youth day is https://www.sarodeo.com/f/75 Include the total number of youth/adults that you expect to participate in activities and your exhibit. List the address of a school or county extension office as these are the only locations passes will be mailed. You are invited to participate in as many Youth Day activities as you would like but please note that there will only be one exhibit table for each club or chapter.
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Gillespie County Photography Workshop
March 22, 2025–Click image to download FLYER!
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TAMU Entomology Camp
Introducing the Entomology Youth Adventure Program (YAP) camp hosted by the Texas A&M Entomology Department for July 2025. YAP Camps are week-long camps with a focus on career exploration at Texas A&M University's College Station campus. Registration will open January 2025, and several scholarship opportunities will also be available. Check out the attached FLYER for more information.
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Buc Days
Canstruction Junior
Date: May 3, 2025
Location: Throughout Buc Days Festival Grounds
Info/Registration LINK HERE
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Buc Days Clays
Food Show & Food Challenge
Date(s): May 9 (Food Show) – May 10 (Food Challenge)
Location: On Buc Days Festival grounds in the American Bank Center Exhibit Hall
Total of $12,000+ in prize money across both events!
Food Show Info/Registration LINK HERE
Food Challenge Info/Registration LINK HERE
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24-25 Texas 4-H Opportunity Scholarship
Information: The Texas 4-H Opportunity Scholarships are awarded each year to applicants based on their academic record, 4-H experience, and financial need (for scholarships for which it is a required criterion). The Texas 4-H Opportunity Scholarship Program is conducted by the Texas 4-H Youth Development Foundation. Over 200 academically competitive scholarships will be awarded in the 2025 Texas 4-H Opportunity Scholarship Program ranging in amounts from $1,000 to $30,000. No scholarship recipient whose award is based on this application process will receive less than $1,000. The Texas 4-H Foundation seeks to ensure that each recipient receives the highest dollar amount of scholarship for which that recipient is eligible. For the majority of the total scholarships and scholarship funds available, participation in a livestock show is not a requirement for consideration.
IMPORTANT DATES
November 1, 2024 – Applications OPEN
December 1, 2024 – FAFSA OPENS
January 31, 2025 – FAFSA DEADLINE
February 15, 2025– DEADLINE to Apply *Note: Online portal closes at 11:59 PM
April 25-27, 2025 – Interviews (College Station)
May 2025 – Award Notifications
June 4-5, 2025 – Scholarship Banquets in College Station at Texas 4-H Roundup
RESOURCES
Types of Scholarships - Texas 4-H Foundation
About - Texas 4-H Foundation
Updates & Resources - Texas 4-H Foundation
FAFSA® Application | Federal Student Aid
NEW THIS YEAR:
*A CEA Verification Form will require a CEA signature. The form will need to be signed/uploaded before submitting the application.
*The top-ranking scholars will be invited back for virtual interviews May 2-4 to interview for a $30,000 scholarship.
*4-H members are encouraged to complete their FAFSA as soon as it opens on December 1st.
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FAFSA INFORMATION
FAFSA® The 2025–26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form is now available. You can complete the form to apply for financial aid for attendance at college or career school between July 1, 2025, and June 30, 2026.
FAFSA APPLICATION
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Texas 4-H Foundation
November 1, 2024 – Application will be available online
February 15, 2025, by 11:59 PM – Deadline to Apply
April 2025 – Interviews in College Station
May 2025 – Award Notifications
June 2025 – Scholarship Banquets in College Station
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Lockheed Martin
The 2024 STEM Scholarship Program application cycle closed on April 1, 2024. Applications typically open each January and more information will be available on this page at that time.
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Texas A&M AgriLife Extension - Comal County 4-H
| Contact Us | Website | Phone: 830.620.3440
325 Resource Drive, New Braunfels TX 78132
Mon-Fri, 8am-12pm ~ 1pm-5pm
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension provides equal opportunities in its programs and employment to all persons, regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Individuals with disabilities who require an auxiliary aid, service, or accommodation in order to participate in meetings are encouraged to contact the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service office at 830-620-3440 five days prior to the event so that appropriate arrangements can be made. The Texas A&M University System, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the County Commissioners Courts of Texas Cooperating
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