The Lancaster County Super Fair offers an opportunity for 4-H members to showcase their skills and knowledge during the judging of their static exhibits. This process allows 4-H’ers to meet with judges to discuss their projects and the lessons they learned during the process. The judges provide valuable feedback that helps the 4-H’ers better understand what the judges are looking for and how to improve their skills.
One of the most popular exhibits at the fair is the Science, Engineering & Technology exhibits. The exhibits cover a wide range of projects, including Aerospace, Computer, Geospatial (GPS), Electricity, Robotics, Power of Wind, Small Engines, Model Vehicle, Woodworking, Welding, Safety, and Bicycles. These projects offer 4-H members the opportunity to learn about a variety of STEM-related fields.
The Aerospace category focuses on building and launching model rockets. 4-H’ers learn about the basic principles of aerodynamics, and they are taught how to design and build rockets. They also learn about different types of engines, and how to safely launch and recover their rockets.
The Computer category is a chance for 4-H members to showcase their programming skills. They can create a website or program a video game, and they are judged on their creativity and the functionality of their projects.
The Geospatial (GPS) category requires 4-H’ers to use GPS technology to map out a specific area. They learn about GPS technology, including coordinate systems, and they use this knowledge to create a digital map that includes all relevant features.
The Electricity category focuses on circuit building and design. 4-H’ers learn about electricity and how to safely work with it. They also learn about basic circuits and how to design and build them. They can create an electronic device, such as a flashlight or a speaker, to participate in this category.
The Robotics category is a chance for 4-H members to show off their programming skills using robots. They can create their own robots or work with existing models, and they use computer programs to control the robots. They are judged on their creativity and the functionality of their programming.
The Power of Wind category allows 4-H’ers to design and build wind turbines. They learn about wind power and how it can be harnessed to create electricity. They also learn about the different types of wind turbines and how to design them.
The Small Engines category focuses on small engine repair and assembly. 4-H’ers learn about the basic principles of small engines, and they are taught how to disassemble and reassemble an engine. They also learn about the different parts of an engine and how they work together.
The Model Vehicle category allows 4-H members to build and showcase a model vehicle. They can build cars, trucks, motorcycles, or other vehicles, and they are judged on their creativity and the accuracy of their models.
The Woodworking category is a chance for 4-H’ers to show off their woodworking skills. They can create a variety of projects, such as furniture or decorations, and are judged on their creativity and the quality of their work.
The Welding category is a chance for 4-H members to learn about welding and metalworking. They can create a variety of projects, such as metal sculptures or furniture, and are judged on their creativity and the quality of their work.
The Safety category is a chance for 4-H’ers to showcase their knowledge of safety rules and regulations. They can create projects related to home or workplace safety, and they are judged on the effectiveness of their projects in promoting safety.
The Bicycle category is a chance for 4-H members to showcase their bicycle skills. They can create a custom bicycle or participate in bicycle races or obstacle courses, and they are judged on their creativity and their bicycle handling skills.
The Lancaster County Super Fair offers 4-H members a unique opportunity to showcase their skills and knowledge. The Science, Engineering & Technology exhibits cover a wide range of STEM-related fields, allowing 4-H’ers to explore their interests and learn about different fields. The judging process also provides valuable feedback and an opportunity to improve their skills. Overall, the fair is an excellent opportunity for 4-H members to learn, grow, and achieve success.
Posted by Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County on 2013-08-07 15:57:28