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SUMMARY:Maine 4-H Foundation Scholarships Application Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Every year\, the Maine 4-H Foundation awards thousands of dollars in scholarships to participants in the Maine 4-H Program pursuing higher education\, this participation includes traditional club membership\, as well as the many other ways youth can engage with 4-H\, including at our Camp and Learning Centers.  Dozens of different scholarships are available to applicants\, and a single application is used for all. \nTo find out more about available scholarships\, and access the application and templates\, visit the Maine 4-H Foundation website.  Applications are due to your local UMaine Extension county office or one of our 4-H Learning Centers by March 3\, 2025.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/4h/event/maine-4-h-foundation-scholarships-application-deadline/
LOCATION:ME
ORGANIZER;CN="UMaine Extension 4-H":MAILTO:4-h@maine.edu
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SUMMARY:Start Your 4-H Volunteer Journey Training- March 2025
DESCRIPTION:Thinking about becoming a 4-H volunteer? We are looking for people to help youth find their spark and thrive! We offer lots of ways to be involved depending on your time and interests. Join us for two one-hour virtual sessions to help you with your decision. By the end of the two-part series\, you will have completed four short e-Learning modules to introduce you to the 4-H program\, participate in an experiential learning activity\, learn about the key aspects of positive youth development\, and be introduced to ages and stages of youth. This core training will wrap up with an outline of next steps and an introduction to your county staff contact so you can begin the application process if you choose. No pressure to commit\, no cost\, and no reason to not attend! Please note\, these sessions are for individuals who are not currently enrolled 4-H volunteers. \nRegister for March 3 &10\, 2025
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/4h/event/start-your-4-h-volunteer-journey-training-march-2025/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:4-H,Volunteer
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SUMMARY:Maine 4-H Ag Ambassadors
DESCRIPTION:The program is designed for youth ages 14-18 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 Mook Sea Farm and Aquaculture and the anaerobic digester at Stonyvale Farm (one of the largest in the US!). Check them both out!  Transportation assistance for these events may be available upon request. \nIn addition to the multi-week session\, youth will serve in their ambassador role with Maine 4-H 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. Register today! \nTo register visit extension.umaine.edu/4h/youth/ag-leadership. For more information or a reasonable accommodation\, please contact Alisha Targonski at alisha.targonski@maine.edu or 207.622.7546. \nSpring 2025 dates \nOnline: March 04\, March 11\, March 25\, April 1 & April 15 \nIn-person: March 22 and March 29 \nMaine Agriculture Symposium at the University of Maine: April 21-22 (optional overnight) No cost paid and transportation assistance may be available.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/4h/event/maine-4-h-ag-ambassadors/2025-03-04/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Alisha Targonski":MAILTO:alisha.r.targonski@maine.edu
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SUMMARY:Foundations of Maple Sugaring
DESCRIPTION:Maple Sugaring 101 is a 6 to 8-week program (depending on the weather) open to Maine youth ages 9 and up who are interested in learning about the maple sugaring process from start to finish. Participants will learn about tree identification\, tapping trees\, sap collection\, using an evaporator\, grading and canning syrup\, and operating a maple sugaring business. \nEach week\, participants will learn about the process and connect with other young maple sugarmakers through online meetings and in-person workshops led by Extension and University of Maine experts. The schedule of online meetings are listed below.  On-site workshops will be held at participating sugarhouses following the virtual sessions.\n\n\nVirtual Session-Unit 1: Woods Work\, Thursday\, February 13\, 5pm-6pm\nVirtual Session-Unit 2: Sugarhouse\, Thursday\, February 27\, 5pm-6pm\nVirtual Session-Unit 3: Kitchen and Business\, Thursday\, March 6\, 5pm-6pm\n\n\nThis program will also prepare youth for a new Level 1 digital badge called Foundations of Maple Sugaring Enterprise. Youth who complete the program will get free access to the learning modules to earn the digital badge.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/4h/event/foundations-of-maple-sugaring/2025-03-06/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:4-H
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ORGANIZER;CN="Andrew Hudacs":MAILTO:andrew.hudacs@maine.edu
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SUMMARY:2025 Engineering Week Expo
DESCRIPTION:The Maine Engineering Promotional Council (MEPC) Engineering Expo will be held Saturday\, March 8th from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at the University of Maine Field House in Orono.  This family-friendly FREE event invites the community to explore the world of engineering through demonstrations and hands-on activities. The 4-H Science and Engineering Center will be there along with Maine engineering firms\, schools\, government agencies\, and societies who are invested in engaging young minds in career pathways involving engineering. For more information on the Engineering Expo please go to the website:  https://www.engineeringme.com/expo.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/4h/event/2025-engineering-week-expo/
LOCATION:University of Maine\, 168 College Ave\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
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SUMMARY:Western/Central Regional Public Speaking Contest
DESCRIPTION:For Androscoggin/Sagadahoc\, Franklin\, Kennebec\, Oxford\, and Somerset Counties. \nJoin other 4-H youth for a Regional Public Speaking contest at UMA in Augusta on March 8th (March 9th snow date) at Jewett Hall at 9:30. We welcome 4-Her’s of all ages\, including\nCloverbuds.  Youth from other counties are also invited to participate. \nIntroducing a new category for fun (non-judged)!  Show off your singing\, dance\, theater\, drawing\, or recitation talents.  Youth are invited to present a talent during the regional public speaking event after formal presentations have concluded.  Please indicate on the registration form if you would like to participate. \nRegister online. \nWant to know more information about Public Speaking? Check out this link: https://extension.umaine.edu/4h/public-speaking/.  Contact: Tara Marble (tara.marble@maine.edu) at the office if you have questions or need an accommodation.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/4h/event/western-central-regional-public-speaking-contest/
LOCATION:Jewett Hall\, University of Maine at Augusta\, Augusta\, ME\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Speaking
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tara Marble":MAILTO:tara.marble@maine.edu
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