Cooperative Extension in Penobscot County

Thank you for your interest in becoming a volunteer and learning more about the Maine 4-H Program. The 4-H Volunteer e-Learning Course is designed to orient those interested in becoming a 4-H volunteer. Participants will learn about the following: Volunteer Roles and Relationships You Can Create a Safe and Inclusive Environment You Can Promote Positive […]

This is an inclusive teen event, returning March 2024 to Washington, D.C. Join us for four days of inspiring speakers, workshop sessions, activities, and entertainment. The summit will provide high-school aged youth from across the country the opportunity to explore the best 4-H has to offer in STEM, Agriscience, and Healthy Living. Don’t miss this […]

Do you have questions or would you like help getting started? Join us at the Extension office at 307 Maine Ave. in Bangor on November 14 at 4:00 to learn about the new project records together. If that time does not work for you, give us a call or send an email and we will […]

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 […]

Who: This program is for all Maine youth ages 14 – 18. What: This hybrid program will provide youth with an opportunity to connect to local agriculture, build relationships with industry professionals, develop professional and advocacy skills, and explore careers in agriculture. The 2023 fall cohort will explore careers and local agriculture through in-person field trips (limited […]

Registration Opening June 21st for New 4-H Teen Leadership Program: YOUth Have a Voice! May 31, 2023  News YOUth have a Voice!: Youth in Governance and Civic Engagement is a nine-month program open to teens and recent high school graduates who are interested in taking a more active role in serving their local communities, the state, or […]

2023 4-H Summer Learning Series Workshops Explore our workshops open to all youth ages 5-18! The 4-H Summer Learning Series will be offered from July 5 – August 10, 2023. Sign up for our email list using the form on the 4-H Summer Learning Series page to receive notifications and reminders about registrations and workshops. To see […]

Registration is now open for enrolled Maine 4-H members, and for all youth on June 5th. 2023 marks the FOURTH year Maine 4-H is offering a Summer Learning Series!  This year, workshops will run from July 5 – August 10, and there is something for everyone! https://extension.umaine.edu/4h/summer-learning/

The first meeting of the new 4-H club in Orrington will be held on June 8 at 6:00. The meeting will be at the soccer field behind the Orrington school. For ages 5-12.

Sign up soon, space is limited! Location: The meetings will be online with the members from Piscataquis, Penobscot, Waldo, and Somerset Counties, followed by hands-on experience in our county. Dates:  There will be 3 online meetings: 6:00 pm Wednesday, Feb. 22, 6:00 pm  Wednesday, March 1 6:00 pm  Wednesday, March 8. The hands-on meeting days […]