This is a part of the 2021 4-H Summer Learning Series. This workshop series will focus on several chicken-related topics and will be taught by several 4-Hers and their parents. There will be a hands-on activity related to chickens, and plenty of opportunities to share, learn, and create friendships with other youth interested in chickens […]
This is a part of the 2021 4-H Summer Learning Series. This workshop series will focus on several chicken-related topics and will be taught by several 4-Hers and their parents. There will be a hands-on activity related to chickens, and plenty of opportunities to share, learn, and create friendships with other youth interested in chickens […]
This is a part of the 2021 4-H Summer Learning Series. In this workshop, we will explore the exciting and interesting ways that fish behave! Led by Dr. Scarlett Tudor of UMaine’s Aquaculture Research Institute (ARI), youth will learn how to observe fish behavior scientifically and collect observational data by watching a variety of interesting fishes […]
This is a part of the 2021 4-H Summer Learning Series. Join 4-H and Greenheart as we travel around the world virtually and meet other teens from across the globe. Meetings will include a brief presentation from a teen Greenheart Exchange Student about their native country, an activity, and a question and answer period. These meetings […]
This is a part of the 2021 4-H Summer Learning Series. Dr. Stephanie Burnett will lead this two-part series on microgreens, focusing on seed production, growth, and sustainability. Participants will take part in the creation of their very own microgreen garden. Participants must register by July 1 so that the materials for their project have time […]
This is a part of the 2021 4-H Summer Learning Series. Learn how to take 3D photos, upload images or videos, and connect them all with easy-to-use software. Create your own “online universe,” and take folks on a virtual field trip, toss them into a digital escape room, immerse them in an interactive story, or show off a […]
This is a part of the 2021 4-H Summer Learning Series. The goal of 4-H Fridays on the Farm is to expose teens ages 12-18 to Maine agriculture and create workforce development skills through a variety of different hands-on, farm visits throughout the state. Teens may join for one week or all four to experience what […]
This is a part of the 2021 4-H Summer Learning Series. Are you fascinated by the world around you? Ever wondered how things in nature come in all shapes and sizes? Discover how you can become a scientist to find patterns and symmetry that are found in nature. Participants will be provided with their own magnifying […]
This is a part of the 2021 4-H Summer Learning Series. Are you Ready for an Adventure? Are you 5 to 8 years old? Do you like to have fun stories read to you? Do you like to eat yummy food? If you answered yes to any of these questions then we think you will love […]
This is a part of the 2021 4-H Summer Learning Series. Are you fascinated by the world around you? Ever wondered how things in nature come in all shapes and sizes? Discover how you can become a scientist to find patterns and symmetry that are found in nature. Participants will be provided with their own magnifying […]
This is a part of the 2021 4-H Summer Learning Series. Winged minions following you and your friends around? Taunting you at every turn? Totally relatable. Sometimes those ‘flying monkeys’ are just us feeling too stressed out! Each participant will receive a bag of building bricks to help us build our yellow brick road and navigate […]
This is a part of the 2021 4-H Summer Learning Series. Do you know all of the amazing properties of seaweed? In this workshop, you will learn about some of these wonders by harnessing seaweed’s “gelling” abilities to make Seaweed Lava Lamps right at home! Youth must register by July 7 for supplies to be mailed […]
This is a part of the 2021 4-H Summer Learning Series. In the movie Inside Out, Riley’s emotions Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear, and Disgust are represented by different colors. In painting, we can use different colors to represent how we feel and what we want to express when we paint. What colors best represent your emotions […]
This is a part of the 2021 4-H Summer Learning Series. The digestive tracts of humans and animals are filled with microbes – many of them help us digest our food and provide nutrients to keep us healthy. The foods we eat attract different microbes, and a healthy diet can help attract the most helpful microbes. […]
This is a part of the 2021 4-H Summer Learning Series. Join 4-H and Greenheart as we travel around the world virtually and meet other teens from across the globe. Meetings will include a brief presentation from a teen Greenheart Exchange Student about their native country, an activity, and a question and answer period. These meetings […]
This is a part of the 2021 4-H Summer Learning Series. Dr. Stephanie Burnett will lead this two-part series on microgreens, focusing on seed production, growth, and sustainability. Participants will take part in the creation of their very own microgreen garden. Participants must register by July 1 so that the materials for their project have time […]
This is a part of the 2021 4-H Summer Learning Series. Learn how to take 3D photos, upload images or videos, and connect them all with easy-to-use software. Create your own “online universe,” and take folks on a virtual field trip, toss them into a digital escape room, immerse them in an interactive story, or show off a […]
This is a part of the 2021 4-H Summer Learning Series. In this workshop, we’ll be looking at how to know if your goat is healthy. We’ll learn the normal vital signs of a goat – and how a healthy goat looks. Then we’ll look at ways to maintain health in your animals. We’ll also talk […]
This is a part of the 2021 4-H Summer Learning Series. The goal of 4-H Fridays on the Farm is to expose teens ages 12-18 to Maine agriculture and create workforce development skills through a variety of different hands-on, farm visits throughout the state. Teens may join for one week or all four to experience what […]
Families can choose to camp at Skowhegan Fairgrounds for a $25.00 per night fee. There will be stalls available. If your horse is staying on the grounds you must stay on the grounds. Animal Approval forms and appropriate vaccinations of horses will be required. Registration for clinic and horse show will be available June 15th. FMI […]
Registration will open at 8am. Lead line classes, Alumni classes, showmanship, equitation and games! Fun for all 4-H horse members ages 5 and up. We will also have horseless activities and demonstrations too. Families can choose to camp at Skowhegan Fairgrounds for a $25.00 per night fee. There will be stalls available. If your horse is staying […]
This is a part of the 2021 4-H Summer Learning Series. This workshop series will focus on several chicken-related topics and will be taught by several 4-Hers and their parents. There will be a hands-on activity related to chickens, and plenty of opportunities to share, learn, and create friendships with other youth interested in chickens […]
This is a part of the 2021 4-H Summer Learning Series. Design and construct your own boat out of aluminum foil. Learn about basic engineering principles — see how far your boat can support a load of pennies! You provide your own pennies, 4-H will provide building materials. Registration deadline July 23rd. For youth ages 5 […]
This is a part of the 2021 4-H Summer Learning Series. Do you see art and patterns in the outdoors? Ever wondered how things in nature come in all shapes and sizes? Discover how you can become a scientist AND an artist with pieces of nature. We will create our mandalas during this session. Participants will […]
This is a part of the 2021 4-H Summer Learning Series. Are you Ready for an Adventure? Are you 5 to 8 years old? Do you like to have fun stories read to you? Do you like to eat yummy food? If you answered yes to any of these questions then we think you will love […]
This is a part of the 2021 4-H Summer Learning Series. Do you see art and patterns in the outdoors? Ever wondered how things in nature come in all shapes and sizes? Discover how you can become a scientist AND an artist with pieces of nature. We will create our mandalas during this session. Participants will […]
This is a part of the 2021 4-H Summer Learning Series. Whether it feels like challenges are coming at you like a swarm of Flying Monkeys, or they’re small everyday things, figuring out how we deal with conflict is key. In this workshop, we look at common types of conflict and work through some activities that […]
This is a part of the 2021 4-H Summer Learning Series. In the movie Inside Out, Riley’s emotions Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear, and Disgust are represented by different colors. In painting, we can use different colors to represent how we feel and what we want to express when we paint. What colors best represent your emotions […]
This is a part of the 2021 4-H Summer Learning Series. Join 4-H and Greenheart as we travel around the world virtually and meet other teens from across the globe. Meetings will include a brief presentation from a teen Greenheart Exchange Student about their native country, an activity, and a question and answer period. These meetings […]
This is a part of the 2021 4-H Summer Learning Series. Chef Rob Dumas and Caitlin Hillery from the University of Maine for an eggcellent cook-a-long. Participants will learn about the science behind the versatile ingredient of eggs and follow along with a cooking demonstration. Registration deadline: July 14, as materials will be sent to your […]
This is a part of the 2021 4-H Summer Learning Series. Learn how to take 3D photos, upload images or videos, and connect them all with easy-to-use software. Create your own “online universe,” and take folks on a virtual field trip, toss them into a digital escape room, immerse them in an interactive story, or show off a […]
This is a part of the 2021 4-H Summer Learning Series. The goal of 4-H Fridays on the Farm is to expose teens ages 12-18 to Maine agriculture and create workforce development skills through a variety of different hands-on, farm visits throughout the state. Teens may join for one week or all four to experience what […]
