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SUMMARY:Equine ESE Intent Forms Due
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 Eastern States (ESE) Horse Intent Form is now live and online.  The form is to indicate your interest in participating in the Eastern States Team Tryout event this summer\, which will be on July 31- Aug 1st\, 2026\,at the Skowhegan Fairgrounds. \nThe event this year will offer an overnight opportunity for youth to qualify and to learn and grow while getting to know other youth who are also interested in trying out. Youth can participate in one of the tracks below: \n\n\n\nTeen Leader (4-H age 12 and up)\nRider or Driver (4-H age 13 and up)\nGroom track (which is a learning track only)\n\n\n\nIf youth would like to come and learn about the team\, help\, and observe (especially if they aren’t old enough to qualify for the team yet)\, they can also come to tryouts as a “Groom” and will need to fill out the intent form. \nYouth interested in any of the track options need to fill out the intent form. We use this info to contact and update interested families and youth. \nHere is the ESE intent form to be filled out by May 1st.  Approval forms must also be filled out and sent to your county office by May 1st as well. \nMore details will be included in the tryout application packet on the UMaine 4-H Horse Website. \nThe intent form does not bind you to the tryout event. Applications will be used to determine the event roster and final schedule. \nIf you have any questions\, please reach out to: Tara Marble\, tara.marble@maine.edu\, or\n207.778.4650.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/4h/event/equine-ese-intent-forms-due/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:4-H
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T120000
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SUMMARY:4-H Volunteer Huddle
DESCRIPTION:A new monthly virtual training for enrolled 4-H volunteers! \nCome to the sideline for a quick “gather-learn-discuss” and then get back into the game of 4-H. A variety of topics will help you improve your strategy- you pick which ones interest you! We meet on the first Friday of each month from 12:00-12:30pm via Zoom. Whether you are an experienced 4-H volunteer or just getting started\, there’s something for everyone. We’d love to see you there! \nSessions\nOctober 3\, 2025: Start Strong: Get Organized for a Great 4-H Year! \nNovember 7\, 2025: Getting Started with 4-H Market Animals \nDecember 5\, 2025: Teamwork Makes the Dream Work: Delegating in 4-H \nJanuary 2\, 2026: Navigating 4-H Curriculum Resources \nFebruary 6\, 2026: Igniting Youth Sparks: Hands-On Strategies for 4-H Volunteers \nMarch 5\, 2026: Prepare for the Fair \nApril 3\, 2026: Doing to Understanding: Applying Experiential Learning in 4-H Clubs \nMay 1\, 2026: Understanding the Danish System: More Than Just a Ribbon
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/4h/event/4-h-volunteer-huddle/2026-05-01/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Lobley":MAILTO:jennifer.lobley@maine.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260502
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260503
DTSTAMP:20260417T210853
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SUMMARY:4-H Dairy Judging Contest
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 Maine 4-H Dairy Judging Contest will be held on May 2nd at BrookRidge Organic Dairy Farm in Lyman\, ME. The event is open to all enrolled 4-H dairy members and will serve as the official tryouts for the 2026 Maine 4-H Eastern States Dairy Judging Team. For a complete schedule for the day please visit the State 4-H Dairy Judging Contest page. \nFor more information or to request a reasonable accommodation please contact Sadee Mehuren at sadee.mehuren@maine.edu or 207.342.5971.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/4h/event/4-h-dairy-judging-contest/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:Dairy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sadee Mehuren":MAILTO:sadee.mehuren@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T210853
CREATED:20260409T150738Z
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SUMMARY:4-H Open House
DESCRIPTION:Come join 4-H staff and interns at the Lafayette and Rawcliffe 4-H Science and Engineering Learning Center or a fun event filled with discovery\, creativity\, and a sense of community spirit. Get a chance to explore the space\, meet Extension staff\, and learn more about the many opportunities available through 4-H. Hands-on activity stations encourage curiosity and engagement for all ages. \nParticipants will get a chance to explore marine life at the Touch Tank\, create pony bead critters\, experiment with color coding to power a robotic car\, and make seed starters with seeds of your choice\, soil\, and paper!  \nNo registration is required to join in the fun.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/4h/event/4-h-open-house/
LOCATION:Lafayette and Rawcliffe 4-H Science and Engineering Learning Center\, 491 College Ave\, ORONO\, ME\, 04473\, United States
CATEGORIES:4-H
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ORGANIZER;CN="UMaine Extension 4-H":MAILTO:4-h@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T210853
CREATED:20260313T125012Z
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SUMMARY:4-H Shooting Sports Leader Training - Archery
DESCRIPTION:This training will certify participants in 4-H Shooting Sports Archery (Level I). The training will be held on Tuesday from 8:30am to 5:00pm. \nPlease bring your own lunch and snacks. \nThe minimum age to be an instructor is 21. \nDate: Tuesday May 5th\nTime: 8:30am – 5:00pm\nLocation: Bryant Pond 4-H Camp\nCost: $85.00\nRegistration Link: UMaine 4-H Center at Bryant Pond
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/4h/event/4-h-shooting-sports-leader-training-archery/
LOCATION:UMaine 4-H Camp & Learning Center at Bryant Pond\, 17 Conservation Lane\, Bryant Pond\, ME\, 04219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260506
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260507
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SUMMARY:Maine 4-H Agricultural Ambassador Program
DESCRIPTION:Who: This program is for all Maine youth ages 13-18. \nWhat: Maine 4-H is launching a new session cohort for interested eligible youth for the Maine 4-H Agricultural Ambassadors program!  The program is designed for youth ages 13-18 who are interested in any aspect of agriculture.  Youth spend time getting to know each other and learn both online and in-person in sessions facilitated by UMaine 4-H Staff and community partners. Sessions will focus on career exploration\, exploring the Maine Food System with farm and production visits around the state\, and building relationships with industry professionals. \nThis season we will visit local Maine Ag businesses like Libby Maple\, Yeti Ridge Farm and more. Transportation assistance for these events may be available upon request. \nIn addition to the multi-week session\, youth will serve in their ambassador role for at least 1 year. Youth will pick an agricultural area to focus on (ex. livestock\, ag literacy/food systems\, environmental stewardship\, Ag and health) during their term and explore leadership opportunities locally\, statewide\, and even nationally. \nTransportation assistance may be available upon request. \nWhen: \n\nVirtual Meeting Dates: April 29th\, May 6th\, 13th\, 20th & 27th\nMaine Agriculture Symposium at University of Maine: April 19-21 (optional overnight). See further down this page for separate registration for Ag Symposium.\n\nHow: Interested in joining? Register below. \nRegistration:\nCurrent 4-H members can REGISTER HERE. When you are logged into Z Suites\, find the Ag Ambassador under events and complete the required forms. \nNew 4-H members can REGISTER HERE. \nFor questions regarding the registration process please contact extension.4hagleadership@maine.edu. \nFor more information or to request a reasonable accommodation\, contact Alisha Targonski\, 207.622.7546; extension.4hagleadership@maine.edu.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/4h/event/maine-4-h-agricultural-ambassador-program/2026-05-06/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:Agricultural Leadership Ambassador Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alisha Targonski":MAILTO:alisha.r.targonski@maine.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260514
DTSTAMP:20260417T210853
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T133037Z
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SUMMARY:Maine 4-H Agricultural Ambassador Program
DESCRIPTION:Who: This program is for all Maine youth ages 13-18. \nWhat: Maine 4-H is launching a new session cohort for interested eligible youth for the Maine 4-H Agricultural Ambassadors program!  The program is designed for youth ages 13-18 who are interested in any aspect of agriculture.  Youth spend time getting to know each other and learn both online and in-person in sessions facilitated by UMaine 4-H Staff and community partners. Sessions will focus on career exploration\, exploring the Maine Food System with farm and production visits around the state\, and building relationships with industry professionals. \nThis season we will visit local Maine Ag businesses like Libby Maple\, Yeti Ridge Farm and more. Transportation assistance for these events may be available upon request. \nIn addition to the multi-week session\, youth will serve in their ambassador role for at least 1 year. Youth will pick an agricultural area to focus on (ex. livestock\, ag literacy/food systems\, environmental stewardship\, Ag and health) during their term and explore leadership opportunities locally\, statewide\, and even nationally. \nTransportation assistance may be available upon request. \nWhen: \n\nVirtual Meeting Dates: April 29th\, May 6th\, 13th\, 20th & 27th\nMaine Agriculture Symposium at University of Maine: April 19-21 (optional overnight). See further down this page for separate registration for Ag Symposium.\n\nHow: Interested in joining? Register below. \nRegistration:\nCurrent 4-H members can REGISTER HERE. When you are logged into Z Suites\, find the Ag Ambassador under events and complete the required forms. \nNew 4-H members can REGISTER HERE. \nFor questions regarding the registration process please contact extension.4hagleadership@maine.edu. \nFor more information or to request a reasonable accommodation\, contact Alisha Targonski\, 207.622.7546; extension.4hagleadership@maine.edu.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/4h/event/maine-4-h-agricultural-ambassador-program/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:Agricultural Leadership Ambassador Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alisha Targonski":MAILTO:alisha.r.targonski@maine.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260520
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260521
DTSTAMP:20260417T210853
CREATED:20260313T132837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T133037Z
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SUMMARY:Maine 4-H Agricultural Ambassador Program
DESCRIPTION:Who: This program is for all Maine youth ages 13-18. \nWhat: Maine 4-H is launching a new session cohort for interested eligible youth for the Maine 4-H Agricultural Ambassadors program!  The program is designed for youth ages 13-18 who are interested in any aspect of agriculture.  Youth spend time getting to know each other and learn both online and in-person in sessions facilitated by UMaine 4-H Staff and community partners. Sessions will focus on career exploration\, exploring the Maine Food System with farm and production visits around the state\, and building relationships with industry professionals. \nThis season we will visit local Maine Ag businesses like Libby Maple\, Yeti Ridge Farm and more. Transportation assistance for these events may be available upon request. \nIn addition to the multi-week session\, youth will serve in their ambassador role for at least 1 year. Youth will pick an agricultural area to focus on (ex. livestock\, ag literacy/food systems\, environmental stewardship\, Ag and health) during their term and explore leadership opportunities locally\, statewide\, and even nationally. \nTransportation assistance may be available upon request. \nWhen: \n\nVirtual Meeting Dates: April 29th\, May 6th\, 13th\, 20th & 27th\nMaine Agriculture Symposium at University of Maine: April 19-21 (optional overnight). See further down this page for separate registration for Ag Symposium.\n\nHow: Interested in joining? Register below. \nRegistration:\nCurrent 4-H members can REGISTER HERE. When you are logged into Z Suites\, find the Ag Ambassador under events and complete the required forms. \nNew 4-H members can REGISTER HERE. \nFor questions regarding the registration process please contact extension.4hagleadership@maine.edu. \nFor more information or to request a reasonable accommodation\, contact Alisha Targonski\, 207.622.7546; extension.4hagleadership@maine.edu.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/4h/event/maine-4-h-agricultural-ambassador-program/2026-05-20/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:Agricultural Leadership Ambassador Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alisha Targonski":MAILTO:alisha.r.targonski@maine.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260527
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260528
DTSTAMP:20260417T210853
CREATED:20260313T132837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T133037Z
UID:10001363-1779840000-1779926399@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Maine 4-H Agricultural Ambassador Program
DESCRIPTION:Who: This program is for all Maine youth ages 13-18. \nWhat: Maine 4-H is launching a new session cohort for interested eligible youth for the Maine 4-H Agricultural Ambassadors program!  The program is designed for youth ages 13-18 who are interested in any aspect of agriculture.  Youth spend time getting to know each other and learn both online and in-person in sessions facilitated by UMaine 4-H Staff and community partners. Sessions will focus on career exploration\, exploring the Maine Food System with farm and production visits around the state\, and building relationships with industry professionals. \nThis season we will visit local Maine Ag businesses like Libby Maple\, Yeti Ridge Farm and more. Transportation assistance for these events may be available upon request. \nIn addition to the multi-week session\, youth will serve in their ambassador role for at least 1 year. Youth will pick an agricultural area to focus on (ex. livestock\, ag literacy/food systems\, environmental stewardship\, Ag and health) during their term and explore leadership opportunities locally\, statewide\, and even nationally. \nTransportation assistance may be available upon request. \nWhen: \n\nVirtual Meeting Dates: April 29th\, May 6th\, 13th\, 20th & 27th\nMaine Agriculture Symposium at University of Maine: April 19-21 (optional overnight). See further down this page for separate registration for Ag Symposium.\n\nHow: Interested in joining? Register below. \nRegistration:\nCurrent 4-H members can REGISTER HERE. When you are logged into Z Suites\, find the Ag Ambassador under events and complete the required forms. \nNew 4-H members can REGISTER HERE. \nFor questions regarding the registration process please contact extension.4hagleadership@maine.edu. \nFor more information or to request a reasonable accommodation\, contact Alisha Targonski\, 207.622.7546; extension.4hagleadership@maine.edu.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/4h/event/maine-4-h-agricultural-ambassador-program/2026-05-27/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:Agricultural Leadership Ambassador Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alisha Targonski":MAILTO:alisha.r.targonski@maine.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T210853
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SUMMARY:4-H Shooting Sports Leader Training - Archery
DESCRIPTION:This training will certify participants in 4-H Shooting Sports Archery (Level I). The training will be held on Tuesday from 8:30am to 5:00pm. \nPlease bring your own lunch and snacks. \nThe minimum age to be an instructor is 21. \nDate: Saturday May 30th\nTime: 8:30am – 5:00pm\nLocation: Greenland Point 4-H Camp\nCost: $85.00\nRegistration Link: UMaine 4-H Center at Greenland Point
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/4h/event/4-h-shooting-sports-leader-training-archery-2/
LOCATION:UMaine 4-H Center at Greenland Point\, Princeton\, ME\, 04668\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="UMaine Extension 4-H":MAILTO:4-h@maine.edu
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