The annual Animal Science Discover Day is an invitation to all young people aged 8-18 years old to participate in a day filled with activities that focus on livestock production and careers. This event will take place on May 29th from 9:00am to 3:30pm at Curtis, NE on the NCTA Campus. Participants will have the opportunity to attend workshops taught by animal science teachers, covering topics such as meat science, calving simulation, horse IV, livestock skillathon, quiz bowl, zoonosis, animal welfare, and ag advocacy.
The sessions are designed to be fun and engaging, providing valuable life skills in a relaxed atmosphere. Parents and adults interested in the livestock industry are encouraged to register and join in on the activities. To register and pay for the event, participants can do so online by May 22 for $15 per participant. Late registrations cost $20 per participant. The price includes lunch provided by the Frontier County 4-H Council and Ag Valley Co-op.
The sessions will be led by Nebraska Extension educators, UNL Animal Science professors, and NCTA teachers. This event is a great opportunity for youth to learn more about the livestock industry, prepare for competitions, and develop important life skills. Participants will also enhance their understanding of science, agriculture literacy, and technology as well as explore careers related to Animal Science.
The day will be divided into junior and senior tracts which allows for more in-depth learning experiences for participants. The sessions are designed to be interactive and hands-on allowing participants to gain practical knowledge about the livestock industry.
For more information on this exciting event please contact Kimberly at kimberly.cook@unl.edu