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Kimmel Fields Trips!
Take your class on an exciting and educational trip to Kimmel in Nebraska City. For only $5 per youth, your class or youth group will get to experience hands-on learning at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Kimmel Education and Research Center, as well as the Kimmel Orchard. Each experience will include your selected educational experience, a guided tour of the Apple Barn, and a hayrack ride through the orchard (weather permitting).
Follow this link to see details of programs or to signup...http://go.unl.edu/kimmelfieldtrips
For any additional questions, or for information about youth development programs, contact Dr. Deborah Weitzenkamp at the UNL Kimmel E
Spring is here!!! The eggs have hatched and for awhile we had baby chicks chirping in the lab at the Kimmel Education and Research Center. On Monday, April 29, the chicks flew the coop to a local farm for a more natural setting.
Butterfly Release
The magic of metamorphosis has provided educational enjoyment at Kimmel 
The educational butterfly and egg hatch projects have been coordinated by Deb Weitzenkamp, UNL Extension Educator. For more information, contact: dweitzenkamp2@unl.edu
We celebrated Arbor Day with "Birds, Bees and Flowers in the Trees"
Thank you to everyone who joined us on Friday, April 26, 2013 to celebrate Arbor Day at Kimmel Education and Research Center. Dr. Connie Reimers-Hild welcomed our guests and challenged everyone to look at nature, observe, and ask questions. An informative trail walk through part of Kimmel Orchard was led by Vaughn Hammond. In our lab guests found newly hatched chicks and butterflies, a project of Dr. Deb Weitzenkamp. This lunchtime learning adventure was coordinated by Deb Heidzig.
Mark your calendars!
Farmers' Market Vendors and Farmstand Owners
The eXtension Entrepreneurship webinar series is finishing the season with three presentations of interest to farmers' market vendors and farmstand owners. All webinars will air monthly on the second Thursday at 2:00pm (ET); 1:00pm (CT); 12:00pm (MT); 11:00am (PT) at https://connect.extension.iastate.edu/etc-cop.
Click here to read more....(pdf, 132kb)
What is First® Lego® League?
It is MUCH more than playing with legos...planning, brainstorming, collaborating and teamwork is what the First® Lego® League team members do at UNL’s Kimmel Education and Research Center. Teams will begin forming in August. The youth will meet after school weekly and their research, presentation and technical skills will be put to test at upcoming First® Lego® League competitions. Dr. Deb Weitzenkamp, along with adult coaches, parents and school staf
First® (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) was founded by inventor Dean Kamen to inspire young people’s interest and participation in science and technology. In 1998 he joined with Kjeld Kirk Kristiansen of LEGO® to create the program, First® Lego® League, for 9 to14 year olds around the world. Regional competitions will advance twelve teams to participate in the state competition in February.
For any additional questions, or for information about youth development programs, contact Dr. Deborah Weitzenkamp at the UNL Kimmel Education and Research Center 402-873-3166 or by email: dweitzenkamp2@unl.edu
Nebraska Water Leaders Academy
The Nebraska Water Leaders Academy is a one year program that identifies community leaders and educates them about water issues and proven leadership skills. The Academy prepares participants to take active, cooperative approaches to decision making about water resource issues in both rural and urban areas. Leading academic scholars and top policy makers serve as program facilitators and mentors. Read more... (pdf, 160 KB)
The leadership component of the NE Water Leaders Academy is being facilitated by Dr. Connie Reimers-HIld, UNL Extension Educator at Kimmel Education and Research Center.
By: Dr. Connie Reimers-Hild, Ph.D.
Dr. Connie does coaching, speaking, teaching and consulting. She can help you grow your career, business, or new venture through research-based leadership and inno
Follow Dr. Connie on our blog: KimmelTV.org
Email: creimers2@unl.edu Phone: 402-873-3166
Click here for complete brochure
“If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader.”
-- John Quincy Adams, Sixth President of the United States
Vaughn's Work in Afghanistan!
--Greetings from Vaughn Hammond, Extension Educator--
It is great to be back to my office at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Kimmel Education and Research Center after spending 9 months in the Paktya Province of Afghanistan working with the Nebraska National Guard Agribusiness Developme
Photo: Vaughn Hammond (in center) with a producer and an extension agent in Afghanistan.
Click here for a link for a radio interview with Vaughn Hammond.
For information and programming in Value-Added and Alternative Agriculture, including Viticulture and Woody Florals, contact: Mr. Vaughn Hammond, Extension Educator at 402-873-3166 or email: vhammond2@unl.edu
Get Better Mindset!
by Deb Heidzig ---
“I wanted to dance like I had never danced before – I had this big, hairy, audacious goal to lose 141 pounds! I knew in order to reach my goal I needed to create a dance that I would be able to do for my lifetime. For me, my dance started in my heart. Your heart has the tick that drives you! My new dance connected my heart, mind, body, and soul, which changed my life forever. I have decided never to settle for less than I can be. One must create your steps for success... Read more... (pdf, 604 KB)
For more information about programming, contact Deb Heidzig at 402-873-3166 or email: dheidzig5@unl.edu
Outdoor Classroom Produced Bountiful Harvest of Nectarines Read more...(pdf, 740 KB)
Kimmel Orchard & Vineyard...
The Kimmel Orchard and Vineyard retail store, next door to our building, is NOW OPEN DAILY. Stop and see which seasonal fruits and vegetables are available. Shop the many choices of salsas, jams and more...great gift ideas! Kimmel Orchard and Vineyard is a great experience for all ages to enjoy!
Extension Highlights
Crop Diagnostic Clinics Schedule
Agribusiness professionals and crop producers will take a close-up look at field conditions, research and techniques at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's summer Crop Management Diagnostic Clinics.Topics on July 17 include: Corn Crop Canopy, Light Interception, and Grain Yield; Corn Silage, An Efficient and Economical Use of Corn Residue; and other topics. A totally different program on July 18 addresses Sex in the Corn Field: What Really Goes On Out There?; Evaluating Efficacy of Tank Mixing Herbicides for Hard-to-Control Weeds in Corn; and five additional topics. An August 28 clinic addresses Soil and Water Health topics including Cover Crops for Improving the Soil; Infiltration Test and Organic Matter; and others. For more information or to register, contact the ARDC CMDC Programs, 1071 County Road G, Ithaca, NE 68033, call 800-529-8030, fax 402-624-8010, e-mail cdunbar2@unl.edu or visit the Web at http://ardc.unl.edu/training.shtml.
CropWatch Newsletter
UNL Extension cropping system experts discuss the latest updates on cropping issues in Nebraska such as appearance of Pythium in corn and soybeans, wheat disease updates, and a new UNL climate app. During the growing season, each weeks CropWatch newsletter is posted on Fridays at http://cropwatch.unl.edu/
Acreage Insights e-News
The June Acreage Insights e-News, published by UNL Extension Acreage team, is a monthly electronic newsletter providing acreage owners with timely information to better manage their rural living environment. Click here to subscribe to this newsletter or check out the team’s Acreage Insight web resources (http://acreage.unl.edu/).
Rain Garden Design
Rain gardens are aesthetic and functional landscape features that retain rainwater, provide beauty and habitat, and can reduce water runoff from your property. Water collected in the rain garden slowly infiltrates into the soil to support plant growth and lessen runoff into storm drains according to UNL Extension Specialists Tom Franti and Steve Rodie. Homeowners can learn more from the new “Rain Garden Design” interactive Extension publication.
UNL BeefWatch Newsletter
Check out the second (June) issue of UNL BeefWatch Newsletter. Subscribe to receive monthly updates direct to your email inbox.
Programs for Communities (Free)
As a leader in your community, often you are asked to present a program to club meetings, civic groups or professional organizations. Finding information for such a program and then organizing it can be challenging and time consuming. Look no further!
Faculty from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension are providing you research-based, educational program resources free-of-charge. Information in each program is based on research from educational institutions around the world. The programs listed reflect the variety of topics which our clientele cite as issues within their communities. Congratulations on leading your organization to a greater understanding of these priorities! For lessons....
Extension Webcasts
Provides current grain/livestock market commentary and analysis; weather, climate, and soil moisture updates; practical advice from seasoned, working producers; and more.
View entire episodes or search for answers to your plant, yard, and insect problems. Watch Backyard Farmer live on NET1 April to mid September (Thursday, 7:00 pm CT).
Audio and video interviews with University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension specialists and educators on topics ranging from crop and livestock production to health and nutrition to lawn and garden care, and more.