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Explore Maine’s aquaculture industry with new virtual field trips from 4-H

Orono, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H announces the launch of virtual field trips (VFTs), an innovative way for youth learners to explore Maine’s thriving aquaculture industry. These immersive online experiences bring aquaculture to life, offering participants the chance to step inside cutting-edge facilities and learn directly from industry experts. Through the power […]

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4-H youth capture Washington County in photo contest

Washington County, Maine — 4-H photographers demonstrated their skills at the 2024 University of Maine Cooperative Extension Washington County 4-H Contest, capturing animals, architecture, farm life and more. This annual contest allows youth to develop and practice their expressive arts skills, including using media to communicate and capture special moments while considering lighting, angles and […]

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UMaine Extension 4-H to hold fundraisers at the Cumberland Fair

Cumberland, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension Cumberland County 4-H Leaders Association will hold its annual fundraisers during the Cumberland Fair, open daily 7 a.m. – 9 p.m., Sunday, September 22 to Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 197 Blanchard Road, Cumberland. Funds raised support scholarships, camperships, activities, events and trips for 4-H members in […]

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UMaine Extension 4-H offers online info session for aspiring volunteers in September

Orono, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension will host a two-part online informational session for adults interested in becoming Maine 4-H volunteers from 6-7 p.m. on September 18 and 25. “Start Your 4-H Volunteer Journey” will provide participants with information about the UMaine Extension 4-H youth development program through four short e-Learning modules. Attendees […]

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Campers are rewarded with a breathtaking view while hiking along the Appalachian Trail north of Gulf Hagas.

New 4-H club focused on conservation careers open to teens in Washington County

Washington County, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H and Maine Coast Heritage Trust are partnering to offer teens in Washington County a year-round opportunity to explore conservation career fields, build relationships with industry professionals, focus on aspirations and foster a connection to place. This 4-H club is designed for youth ages 14-17 who […]

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Campers are rewarded with a breathtaking view while hiking along the Appalachian Trail north of Gulf Hagas.

UMaine Extension 4-H at Tanglewood announces full scholarship opportunity for youth to attend summer camp or explore the Appalachian Trail

Lincolnville, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H Camp and Learning Center at Tanglewood is currently accepting scholarship applications for youth in grades 6-8 to attend overnight summer camp for a week or a week-long Appalachian Trail trip. Session dates are July 21-26 or July 28-August 2. In addition to a full scholarship to […]

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Waldo County 4-H hosts craft night for youth

Waldo, Maine — Waldo County 4-H is hosting a craft night for youth ages 5-18 on Wednesday, June 5, 2024, from 5-6:30 p.m. at the University of Maine Cooperative Extension office, 992 Waterville Rd., Waldo. Youth will be able to choose from a variety of craft supplies and stations, including barn quilt painting, flower printing, […]

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Members of the Cobscook Currents 4-H club who recently participated in county and state public speaking tournaments were, left to right, Soren D., Ruth B., Theo M., and Ira D. All four youth earned blue ribbons at the county tournament.

4-H public speaking program allows local youth to share their sparks

Orono, Maine — Recently four youth from the Cobscook Currents 4-H club in Washington County participated in the state Public Speaking Tournament at the University of Maine in Orono after qualifying at the county level. Through the public speaking program youth work with 4-H volunteers, club leaders, parents and peers to develop a demonstrative or […]

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UMaine Extension 4-H offers online informational session for aspiring volunteers in May

Orono, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension will host a two-part online informational session for adults interested in becoming Maine 4-H volunteers from 6-7 p.m. on May 22 and 29.  “Start Your 4-H Volunteer Journey” will provide participants with information about the UMaine Extension 4-H youth development program through four short e-Learning modules. Attendees […]

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Youth from across Maine join an online session last summer with Extension Professor and Livestock Specialist Colt Knight to learn all about pigs.

UMaine Extension 4-H offers online club on farm animal care

Orono, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H will offer an online club for youth ages 9–18 about the basics of farm animal care on Wednesdays, 4 – 5 p.m., April 24 – May 8, 2024. The 4-H Farm Animal Care FUNdamentals Workshop Series will introduce the basics of caring for livestock. In this […]

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