Have you ever wanted to become an explorer? Write for National Geographic? Discover a new species of insect? Get your feet wet by participating in “4-H Pond Explorers!” You will be mailed a kit that features five themed activities centered around insects, plants, birds, animals, and amphibians. Explore a pond of your choosing, discover what […]
This handbook includes a series of experiential activities that can be done outdoors in your backyard or neighborhood! The handbook will be emailed or mailed directly to you to complete at your own pace over the summer. Document your experience by sharing photos and/or videos to a group sharing station. Sample activities include but are […]
Basics of livestock photography. How should you position your animal to make it look its best? What parts should you take pictures of for a virtual show? Where should the sun be so you don’t squint? Where should you take your pictures? We’ll get answers to these questions and more to help you get your […]
Each of us has a goal that we are passionate about! Join us in sharing the story of the Wizard of Oz and working together to explore our personal strengths and the resources we have and we want to discover as we journey down the Yellow Brick Road. Together we will visualize how our Ruby […]
Hancock County 4-H and the UMaine Center for Cooperative Aquaculture Research (CCAR) are launching a 4-H At-Home Aquaponics Project, an experiential learning program for youth ages 9-18 delivered virtually beginning in Summer 2020. The program will include learning experiences in introductory aquaponic systems and design, fish husbandry, aquaponic gardening, cooking and nutrition, and more. Youth will practice important […]
Join Dr. Colt Knight, University of Maine Livestock Specialist, for a discussion on pigs. Learn about different kinds of pigs, how pigs are kept, and where the bacon comes from. Dr. Knight will also explain career opportunities in the world of pigs. Register by July 7. Ages 12 & up; open to all youth.
We have an exciting opportunity for kids in 4th through 8th grade to join the second wave of this virtual 4-H club – the 4-H Citizen Scientists! In this club, you’ll practice citizen science in your own back yard, and observe and report on the nature around you while making connections with fellow citizen scientists […]
Prepare for the ESE knowledge test or brush up on your general equine knowledge. Created for youth, by youth. Register by July 2. Youth ages 9 & up; open to Maine youth; maximum 20 attendees.
The #EmpoweringMEandYou Teen Wellness program is based on the Healthy Living Curriculum series by the same name. Teens will learn coping strategies for stress, how to combat negative thinking patterns, and how to recognize your own self-worth and self-esteem. Lessons will also include mindfulness practices and yoga. Open to any teen in the state of Maine regardless […]
A look at getting to know these farm favorites! Open to youth of all ages; open to Maine youth; maximum 15 attendees. Almost everyone loves watching the antics of a cute baby kid goat! In these three workshops, we will learn more about these farm favorites. The first focuses on the 9 different dairy goat […]
This workshop will issue a building challenge for participants – with a kick. The challenge will be to construct something using only cardboard, tape, and other recycled materials. What will you build? A rocket ship? A house? Use your imagination and share your creativity with other 4-H engineers. Participants will need to supply their own […]
The basics of how to clip dairy goats, and tips/tricks that work well for me. I will cover how to clip bodies, udders, legs, and tricky spots. I will also go over what clippers I have, and what blade sizes I prefer to use. This is great for people interested in showing dairy goats, or […]
This workshop will issue a building challenge for participants – with a kick. The challenge will be to construct something using only cardboard, tape, and other recycled materials. What will you build? A rocket ship? A house? Use your imagination and share your creativity with other 4-H engineers. Participants will need to supply their own […]
This session is designed for our youngest learners. Participants will visually explore and learn about some of Maine’s sea creatures. Register by July 10. Youth ages 5 – 8; open to Maine youth; maximum 6 attendees.
This session is designed for our youngest learners. Participants will visually explore and learn about some of Maine’s sea creatures. Register by July 10. Youth ages 5 – 8; open to Maine youth; maximum 6 attendees.
Join the Maine ESE Sheep Team youth and volunteers for some basic information on how to set up a pen, what to do to prepare for getting a sheep, daily routines, and more! Register by July 13. All Ages; open to Maine youth; maximum 49 participants.
Come join us for a discussion-based session on the qualities of leaders that we admire and strive to develop! Compassionate leadership as a form of leading is not talked about very much and is a very important side of leadership. Glinda the Good Witch being the compassionate leader along with Dorothy and company’s journey will […]
Hancock County 4-H and the UMaine Center for Cooperative Aquaculture Research (CCAR) are launching a 4-H At-Home Aquaponics Project, an experiential learning program for youth ages 9-18 delivered virtually beginning in Summer 2020. The program will include learning experiences in introductory aquaponic systems and design, fish husbandry, aquaponic gardening, cooking and nutrition, and more. Youth will practice important […]
We have an exciting opportunity for kids in 4th through 8th grade to join the second wave of this virtual 4-H club – the 4-H Citizen Scientists! In this club, you’ll practice citizen science in your own back yard, and observe and report on the nature around you while making connections with fellow citizen scientists […]
The #EmpoweringMEandYou Teen Wellness program is based on the Healthy Living Curriculum series by the same name. Teens will learn coping strategies for stress, how to combat negative thinking patterns, and how to recognize your own self-worth and self-esteem. Lessons will also include mindfulness practices and yoga. Open to any teen in the state of Maine regardless […]
These are two great recipes that introduce you to our MyPlate Food Friends. Jane Grain, Dean Protein, and Farrah Fruit help me make a super healthy Peanut Butter Banana Wrap while Mary Dairy joins the fun with our yummy Yogurt Parfait. The best part is, you can do all of the cooking yourself!!! Participants will […]
This workshop is led by Maine 4-H Teen Digital Ambassadors. Digital Ambassadors will teach participants about the importance of a strong password. Register by July 14. Youth ages 9 & up; open to Maine youth; maximum 10 participants.
Interested in getting a dog but not sure where and how to start? Participants will be talking about places to get a dog and how to know if they are right for you. Register by July 17. Youth ages 9 & up; open to Maine youth.
With their families, youth will make a sculpting dough following a simple recipe, or you can choose to use dough you purchased. You will be mailed a pattern and shape […]
You will be making a series (or pick a recipe) of delicious gluten-free treats! Recipes will include apple crisp, pumpkin muffins, raspberry sorbet, chocolate chip cookies, and raspberry cookies. Each […]
A look at getting to know these farm favorites! Open to youth of all ages; open to Maine youth; maximum 15 attendees. Almost everyone loves watching the antics of a […]
The basics of how to clip dairy goats, and tips/tricks that work well for me. I will cover how to clip bodies, udders, legs, and tricky spots. I will also […]
This will be an opportunity for youth and their family members to exercise Emergency Preparedness skills through role-playing. Youth will be able to showcase what skills and supplies they have […]
In this interactive workshop, you will determine what kind of leader you are, recognize common leadership roles in a group, and explore how different personality traits affect leadership styles. Register […]
Hancock County 4-H and the UMaine Center for Cooperative Aquaculture Research (CCAR) are launching a 4-H At-Home Aquaponics Project, an experiential learning program for youth ages 9-18 delivered virtually beginning in Summer 2020. […]
Join Dr. Colt Knight, University of Maine Livestock Specialist, for a discussion on sheep. Learn about different kinds of sheep, different uses for sheep, how to care for sheep, and job opportunities in the sheep world. Register by July 21. All Ages; open to Maine youth.
Join us for this fun interactive workshop where you get to build a mini ecobot, design a control surface, and determine the most effective environmental clean-up solution for a simulated toxic spill! Materials for this workshop will be provided (by pick up or mail). Suggested donation $5 for materials cost. Register by July 8 for […]
We have an exciting opportunity for kids in 4th through 8th grade to join the second wave of this virtual 4-H club – the 4-H Citizen Scientists! In this club, you’ll practice citizen science in your own back yard, and observe and report on the nature around you while making connections with fellow citizen scientists […]
The #EmpoweringMEandYou Teen Wellness program is based on the Healthy Living Curriculum series by the same name. Teens will learn coping strategies for stress, how to combat negative thinking patterns, and how to recognize your own self-worth and self-esteem. Lessons will also include mindfulness practices and yoga. Open to any teen in the state of Maine regardless […]
What is privilege and implicit bias? What does LGBTQIA+ stand for? What does a land acknowledgment mean? This is an interactive session, and a good first step to learning about some really big topic areas. Register by July 22. Youth ages 12 & up; open to all youth; maximum 40 attendees
Learn how to make carrot pancakes and taste-test this tasty meal. We will also discuss how to be safe in the kitchen and how to make healthy choices. Participants will be provided an ingredients list one week in advance and will need to provide their own materials to follow along. Register by July 16. Youth […]
Partnering with the Holocaust and Human Rights Center of Maine, participants will come away with strategies to make change happen, first with themselves, and second, in their community. This is the second session in the series. Register by July 22. Youth ages 12 & up; open to all youth; maximum 40 attendees.
Dairy Herd Information Association Records (DHIA) records contain a lot of numbers. Understanding them can give you valuable information about a herd’s performance. In this workshop, we will look at some DHIA summary sheets and find out what the cows are telling us about their nutrition, breeding, and health. Understanding DHIA records will help you […]
Youth are invited to join a series of fun and engaging activities throughout the month of August to learn about beef animals. These mini explorations can be completed at your own pace and each activity will gain you points. We will see who learns the most throughout the month with a Skill-a-thon champion to be […]
We will explore the importance of training our goats to be obedient and easier to handle starting from when they are kids right up to when it’s time to milk or give medicines. We’ll talk about how & why it is important to start training as early as possible. And we’ll learn several techniques that […]
You will be making a series (or pick a recipe) of delicious gluten-free treats! Recipes will include apple crisp, pumpkin muffins, raspberry sorbet, chocolate chip cookies, and raspberry cookies. Each week of this series participants will receive, via email, an ingredients list and a video with instructions for how to make these delicious treats! You […]
A look at getting to know these farm favorites! Open to youth of all ages; open to Maine youth; maximum 15 attendees. Almost everyone loves watching the antics of a cute baby kid goat! In these three workshops, we will learn more about these farm favorites. The first focuses on the 9 different dairy goat […]
Do you like to explore, build, and be creative? Join us for this invention challenge. Participants will learn about Rube Goldberg, a master inventor who is famous for making complex inventions to complete a simple task. Participants will work collaboratively and have the opportunity to share their creations with peers. Participants will need to supply […]
The basics of how to clip dairy goats, and tips/tricks that work well for me. I will cover how to clip bodies, udders, legs, and tricky spots. I will also go over what clippers I have, and what blade sizes I prefer to use. This is great for people interested in showing dairy goats, or […]
Do you like to explore, build, and be creative? Join us for this invention challenge. Participants will learn about Rube Goldberg, a master inventor who is famous for making complex inventions to complete a simple task. Participants will work collaboratively and have the opportunity to share their creations with peers. Participants will need to supply […]
Have you ever wondered how to make a pretzel? How does it get its classic pretzel shape? Well, come learn with me and see how fun and easy pretzel-making can be! We will learn how to make a healthier whole wheat pretzel dough, learn how to form it into different shapes, and enjoy a classic […]
Archaeologists learn about cultures from the past by studying the objects they left behind. In 1,000 years, what objects will archaeologists study in order to understand our culture? In this workshop, we will draw future archaeological sites, thinking about what objects we use today will be preserved in the ground for 1,000 years. The crusts […]
This UMaine Science Café will feature the youth representatives from the Maine Climate Council. The Maine Climate Council was created by legislators last year and put in charge of creating a climate action plan for Maine. This plan will feature strategies that focus on transportation, buildings and infrastructure, energy, coastal and marine issues, natural working […]
Whether it feels like challenges are coming at you like a swarm of Flying Monkeys, or they’re the small everyday things, figuring out how we deal with conflict is key. In this workshop, we will look at common types of conflict and work through some activities to build us up when dealing with challenges. Register […]
Hancock County 4-H and the UMaine Center for Cooperative Aquaculture Research (CCAR) are launching a 4-H At-Home Aquaponics Project, an experiential learning program for youth ages 9-18 delivered virtually beginning in Summer 2020. The program will include learning experiences in introductory aquaponic systems and design, fish husbandry, aquaponic gardening, cooking and nutrition, and more. Youth will practice important […]
We have an exciting opportunity for kids in 4th through 8th grade to join the second wave of this virtual 4-H club – the 4-H Citizen Scientists! In this club, you’ll practice citizen science in your own back yard, and observe and report on the nature around you while making connections with fellow citizen scientists […]
Join the Maine ESE Sheep Team youth and volunteers for a brief overview of some of their sheep breeds and how to groom them according to breed! Register by July 28. All Ages; open to Maine youth; maximum 49 participants.
A broad overview of many different herbs that could be used on livestock. I mainly use holistic remedies on goats, but most of the same remedies can be applied to other kinds of livestock with guidance from your veterinarian. I will talk about different ways I administer herbs, and benefits/risks to certain herbs. Register by […]
The #EmpoweringMEandYou Teen Wellness program is based on the Healthy Living Curriculum series by the same name. Teens will learn coping strategies for stress, how to combat negative thinking patterns, and how to recognize your own self-worth and self-esteem. Lessons will also include mindfulness practices and yoga. Open to any teen in the state of Maine regardless […]
Whether you live in a country house or a city apartment, you can step outside and find nature everywhere! If you pay attention, you will see amazing things happening in your own backyard. Recording what you see is a method that has been used by scientists for centuries! In this series, we will meet four […]
First, we’ll learn what a healthy dairy goat looks like. We’ll talk about helpful tools for evaluation (ie. thermometer, FAMACHA chart, etc.) and how to use them. We’ll also learn what is normal for a goat in terms of temperature, respiration, heart rate, coat/skin, hooves, etc. And finally, we’ll learn some of the more common […]
