Cooperative Extension: 4-H

Open to all Maine youth ages 5 - 8  Maximum 8 attendees Would you like to make a super delicious snack that doesn't need an oven? Join us as we make No-Bake Chocolate Chip Bites. Packed with nut butter protein, and quick oat energy, this will become a favorite super snack! Registration Deadline: July 11. […]

Open to all youth ages 9 – 11 Maximum 10 attendees This 6-lesson series includes information about nutrition, exercise, and a hands-on cooking experience. Lessons include: learning how to make healthier choices with your hydration; coloring your plate (eating more vegetables and fruit); read it before you eat it (learning how to understand nutritional labels); […]

Open to all youth ages 9 - 11  Maximum 15 attendees In this workshop series, youth learn they can be a scientist anywhere through sketching and observing the natural world around them. We will spend time drawing and writing our observations about what we notice and what we wonder about things we find in nature. […]

Open to all youth ages 9 & up Maximum 15 attendees Did you know that YOU are a scientist and can contribute to the science community?!? This virtual 4-H club encourages youth to practice citizen science in their own backyard, with a variety of science opportunities to consider, and report their observations while making connections […]

Open to all Maine youth ages 12 & up Maximum 16 attendees In this mini-series teens ages12-18 are encouraged to join us as we dive deeper into ourselves through conversation, yoga, mindfulness, breathing techniques, and visualizations. We will also learn about how we can become good leaders by exploring concepts related to intentionality, balance, and […]

This workshop is being offered twice: 10:00 – 11:00 am OR 3:00 – 4:00 pm Open to all Maine youth ages 12 & up   Maximum 30 attendees Open to incoming grades 7-12! Students connect virtually with a Challenger Staff Member to run this mission in real-time. All that is needed is a laptop/desktop/iPad and an […]

Open to all youth ages 9 – 11 Maximum 10 attendees This 6-lesson series includes information about nutrition, exercise, and a hands-on cooking experience. Lessons include: learning how to make healthier choices with your hydration; coloring your plate (eating more vegetables and fruit); read it before you eat it (learning how to understand nutritional labels); […]

Open to all youth ages 9 & up Maximum 15 attendees Do you like insects? Do you like to explore gardens, meadows, and things that grow? Join this workshop series to learn more about pollinators, and how and why they are important. Each week we will explore something new related to Maine’s pollinators. Activities will […]

Open to all youth ages 12 & up Maximum 8 attendees Come learn how to trick some fish! We'll dig into the basics of fly-tying including insect mimicry, fishing environments, fly-tying materials and equipment, and fly-tying itself! Join this two-session workshop on zoom to tie your own fly! Materials will be mailed to participants ahead […]

Open to all youth ages 7 & up Maximum 10 households (siblings can share supplies) In this four-week series, learners will use various watercolor techniques to create their own watercolor paintings. Techniques may include wet on dry, wet on wet, a wash, scumbling, lifting, splatter, layering, dry brushing, charging and blending, adding details, and creating […]

This workshop is being offered twice: 10:00 – 11:00 am OR 3:00 – 4:00 pm Open to all Maine youth ages 12 & up   Maximum 30 attendees Open to incoming grades 7-12! Students connect virtually with a Challenger Staff Member to run this mission in real-time. All that is needed is a laptop/desktop/iPad and an […]

Open to all youth ages 5 – 11 Maximum 12 attendees Fun with Fiber is a series of three workshops that will introduce participants to the exciting world of fiber arts! In this workshop series, you will learn about the variety of wool products available, how wool is made into a useable product, and get […]

Are you a teen worried about impending adulthood? Do you want to know how to find answers to your questions about money, jobs, and roommates? Consider joining the Adulting 101 SPIN Club! Over the course of six meetings, we will learn some basic adult skills, including how to manage stress, interview for a job, and […]

Open to all youth ages 9 – 11 Maximum 10 attendees This 6-lesson series includes information about nutrition, exercise, and a hands-on cooking experience. Lessons include: learning how to make healthier choices with your hydration; coloring your plate (eating more vegetables and fruit); read it before you eat it (learning how to understand nutritional labels); […]

Open to all youth ages 12 & up Maximum 10 attendees Take a break from your other summer learning activities, and come hang out! This 4-week club will connect you with other youth for good conversation and fun games. We will be connecting on zoom to play online versions of Scattergories, Pictionary, and other favorites! […]

The second date of six 4-H Fridays on the Farm sessions, an activity offered by the Maine 4-H Agricultural Leadership Ambassador Program. For more information on future activities please visit […]

Open to all youth ages 12 & up Maximum 8 attendees Come learn how to trick some fish! We'll dig into the basics of fly-tying including insect mimicry, fishing environments, fly-tying materials and equipment, and fly-tying itself! Join this two-session workshop on zoom to tie your own fly! Materials will be mailed to participants ahead […]

For youth in the working steer project who are interested in trying out for The Big E, There are three tryouts this season. In order to qualify and be a part of the Maine Working Steer Team, you must attend two of the three tryouts, they are: – Ossipee Valley Fair, July 9th at 9:00 […]