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SUMMARY:Dive Into the UMaine Touch Tank (Virtually!)
DESCRIPTION:Join our touch tank staff for a virtual journey through Maine’s sea creatures. From the infamous lobster to the invasive green crab\, youth will have the opportunity to learn about common species that grace our shores from the comfort of home! \n\nCost: Free\nAges: 8 – 13\nDates/Time: This workshop will meet Monday April 13th\, Wednesday April 15th\, and Friday April 17th from 4:00-5:00 pm.\nRegistration Deadline: March 30\, 2026\nCapacity: Limited to 8 youth\n\nFor more information and to register: Registration Form
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/4h/event/dive-into-the-umaine-touch-tank-virtually/2026-04-17/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Virtual Learning
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ORGANIZER;CN="UMaine Extension 4-H":MAILTO:4-h@maine.edu
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SUMMARY:Livestock Judging Contest and Maine Team Tryout
DESCRIPTION:Livestock judging is back! For the first time in a long time Maine 4-H is sending a livestock judging team to The Big E and we want you to be a part of it! Tryouts for the team will take place at The Cross Insurance Center on May 2nd in partnership with the FFA Livestock Judging Contest. In order to be eligible for the Eastern States team 4-H members must be at least 12 years old by December 31\, 2025 and have completed one year in 4-H. All 4-H members are invited to participate in the tryout event and the practice events regardless of their intent to try out for the Eastern States Team. More information on the tryout process will be available soon. \nLooking to sharpen your judging skills? Join us for the following practice events: \n\nApril 18th at 10:00am- Swine and sheep Judging at Quimby Family Farms (566 Sandy River Rd. Starks\, ME 04911). If you plan on attending please notify Sadee Mehuren via email at mehuren@maine.eduso that we can prepare for the event.\nApril 22rd at 9:00am- Beef cattle judging clinic and contest at the Fryeburg Youth Show. For more information visit the Fryeburg Youth Show page.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/4h/event/livestock-judging-contest-and-maine-team-tryout/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:4-H
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sadee Mehuren":MAILTO:sadee.mehuren@maine.edu
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SUMMARY:Maine 4-H Agriculture Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Dates: April 19 – 21\, 2026\nLocation: University of Maine\, Orono\nAges: 13 – 18 \nThe 5th annual 4-H Agriculture Symposium is an overnight experience for Maine youth ages 13-18. Participants will take part in hands-on learning opportunities\, engage with industry professionals on the University of Maine Orono campus\, develop leadership skills\, and make friendships with teens from around the state. \nYouth will participate in interactive learning experiences like blueberry research\, animal science\, engineering challenge\, industry panel and so much more. \nCurrent 4-H membership is not required. Assistance with transportation may be available upon request. \nCost: $40 (a family cap of $50)\nTo help offset the cost of meals\, lodging\, and transportation for this inclusive 2-night\, 3-day event. If cost is a barrier\, please contact extension.4hagleadership@maine.edu; scholarships are available. \nRegistration is required for Ag Symposium; Register Here.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/4h/event/maine-4-h-agriculture-symposium/
LOCATION:University of Maine\, 168 College Ave\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agricultural Leadership Ambassador Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="UMaine Extension 4-H":MAILTO:4-h@maine.edu
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SUMMARY:Livestock Judging Contest and Maine Team Tryout
DESCRIPTION:Livestock judging is back! For the first time in a long time Maine 4-H is sending a livestock judging team to The Big E and we want you to be a part of it! Tryouts for the team will take place at The Cross Insurance Center on May 2nd in partnership with the FFA Livestock Judging Contest. In order to be eligible for the Eastern States team 4-H members must be at least 12 years old by December 31\, 2025 and have completed one year in 4-H. All 4-H members are invited to participate in the tryout event and the practice events regardless of their intent to try out for the Eastern States Team. More information on the tryout process will be available soon. \nLooking to sharpen your judging skills? Join us for the following practice events: \n\nApril 18th at 10:00am- Swine and sheep Judging at Quimby Family Farms (566 Sandy River Rd. Starks\, ME 04911). If you plan on attending please notify Sadee Mehuren via email at mehuren@maine.eduso that we can prepare for the event.\nApril 22rd at 9:00am- Beef cattle judging clinic and contest at the Fryeburg Youth Show. For more information visit the Fryeburg Youth Show page.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/4h/event/livestock-judging-contest-and-maine-team-tryout/2026-04-22/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:4-H
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sadee Mehuren":MAILTO:sadee.mehuren@maine.edu
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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/2026-04-29/
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CATEGORIES:Agricultural Leadership Ambassador Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alisha Targonski":MAILTO:alisha.r.targonski@maine.edu
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