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Cooperative Extension in Waldo County

Explore 4-H Alpacas

Northern Solstice Alpaca Farm 141 Crosby Brook Road, Unity, ME, United States

This Explore 4-H workshop is hosted by Northern Solstice Alpaca Farm in Unity, Maine. This workshop will include a tour of the Northern Solstice Alpaca Farm as well as a hands-on activity introducing youth to fiber arts. All materials for the activity will be provided.

Explore 4-H Alpacas

On April 21st from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm there will be the Explore 4-H alpaca event. This event will take place at the Northern Solstice Alpaca Farm in Unity, Maine. This workshop will include a tour of the Northern Solstice Alpaca Farm as well as a hands-on activity introducing youth to fiber arts. All materials for the […]

4-H Teen Leadership Retreat

Let’s go camping! You are invited to join fellow 4-H teens and staff at Tanglewood 4-H Camp and Learning Center for a 4-H Teen Retreat. During Memorial Day weekend (May 28th-30th) 4-H Teens from Knox/Lincoln, Waldo, and Kennebec counties will be gathering at Tanglewood for a teen leadership retreat. Participants will have the opportunity to […]

29th Annual Rural Living Day

Mt. View High School 577 Mt. View Rd. (Rt. 220), Thorndike, Maine, United States

Proceeds from this event will support the WCEA post-secondary education scholarship for Waldo County residents. For more information on the WCEA scholarship visit the Post-Secondary Scholarship page.

Event Series STEAM TEAM Ocean Xplorers

STEAM TEAM Ocean Xplorers

Belfast Free Library 106 High St., Belfast, ME, United States

STEAM Team Ocean Xplorers is a monthly program focused on the exploration of undersea and seaside wonders. Youth ages 8-12 are invited to join this partnership between the University of Maine’s 4-H program in Waldo County, The UMaine MARINE Initiative, and the Belfast Free Library. Participants will engage in hands-on activities, meet scientists and students […]

Event Series STEAM TEAM Ocean Xplorers

STEAM TEAM Ocean Xplorers

Belfast Free Library 106 High St., Belfast, ME, United States

STEAM Team Ocean Xplorers is a monthly program focused on the exploration of undersea and seaside wonders. Youth ages 8-12 are invited to join this partnership between the University of Maine’s 4-H program in Waldo County, The UMaine MARINE Initiative, and the Belfast Free Library. Participants will engage in hands-on activities, meet scientists and students […]

Growing & Marketing Specialty Potato Varieties

University of Maine Cooperative Extension Waldo County 992 Waterville Rd, Waldo, ME, United States

Recent developments in consumer interest and demand for fresh-market potato varieties with novel size, shape, color, and taste profiles are creating unique market opportunities for specialty crop producers. How can growers capitalize on this trend and produce these farm products sustainably? Join us for a presentation and roundtable discussion to learn more about the growing […]

Event Series STEAM TEAM Ocean Xplorers

STEAM TEAM Ocean Xplorers

Belfast Free Library 106 High St., Belfast, ME, United States

STEAM Team Ocean Xplorers is a monthly program focused on the exploration of undersea and seaside wonders. Youth ages 8-12 are invited to join this partnership between the University of Maine’s 4-H program in Waldo County, The UMaine MARINE Initiative, and the Belfast Free Library. Participants will engage in hands-on activities, meet scientists and students […]

Event Series STEAM TEAM Ocean Xplorers

STEAM TEAM Ocean Xplorers

Belfast Free Library 106 High St., Belfast, ME, United States

STEAM Team Ocean Xplorers is a monthly program focused on the exploration of undersea and seaside wonders. Youth ages 8-12 are invited to join this partnership between the University of Maine’s 4-H program in Waldo County, The UMaine MARINE Initiative, and the Belfast Free Library. Participants will engage in hands-on activities, meet scientists and students […]

Event Series STEAM TEAM Ocean Xplorers

STEAM TEAM Ocean Xplorers

Belfast Free Library 106 High St., Belfast, ME, United States

STEAM Team Ocean Xplorers is a monthly program focused on the exploration of undersea and seaside wonders. Youth ages 8-12 are invited to join this partnership between the University of Maine’s 4-H program in Waldo County, The UMaine MARINE Initiative, and the Belfast Free Library. Participants will engage in hands-on activities, meet scientists and students […]

Event Series STEAM TEAM Ocean Xplorers

STEAM TEAM Ocean Xplorers

Belfast Free Library 106 High St., Belfast, ME, United States

STEAM Team Ocean Xplorers is a monthly program focused on the exploration of undersea and seaside wonders. Youth ages 8-12 are invited to join this partnership between the University of Maine’s 4-H program in Waldo County, The UMaine MARINE Initiative, and the Belfast Free Library. Participants will engage in hands-on activities, meet scientists and students […]

Event Series STEAM TEAM Ocean Xplorers

STEAM TEAM Ocean Xplorers

Belfast Free Library 106 High St., Belfast, ME, United States

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED STEAM Team Ocean Xplorers is a monthly program focused on the exploration of undersea and seaside wonders. Youth ages 8-12 are invited to join this partnership between the University of Maine’s 4-H program in Waldo County, The UMaine MARINE Initiative, and the Belfast Free Library. Participants will engage in hands-on […]

4-H Craft Night

University of Maine Cooperative Extension Waldo County 992 Waterville Rd, Waldo, ME, United States

Join Waldo County 4-H for a 4-H craft night! We will have a variety of craft supplies and stations set up for youth to do a craft of their choosing. Crafts include, but are not limited to, barn quilt painting, flower printing, knitting, and bracelet making. Participants are welcome to submit their crafts to the […]

Integrated Disease and Weed Management in Christmas Tree Production

Quinn's Tree Farm 290 West Ridge Road, Cornville, ME, United States

Join us at Quinn’s Tree Farm in Cornville for an introduction to integrated pest management in Christmas tree production. Participants will learn how to apply crop protectants using backpack sprayers safely and efficiently. Participants will also learn about the life cycles of common needle cast pathogens in Maine and how to manage these diseases. In […]

Introduction to the Business of Livestock Production 

University of Maine Cooperative Extension Waldo County 992 Waterville Rd, Waldo, ME, United States

Introduction to the Business of Livestock Production  When: Tuesday, August 13th, 2024  Time: 4:00 to 6:00p.m. Location: The University of Maine Cooperative Extension in Waldo County      992 Waterville Road, Waldo, Maine 04915 Cost: $15.00 donation suggested. Dinner and refreshments provided.  For more information or to register, click here. Program description: Are you considering turning your […]

$15.00

Ecological Designs for Farms

When: Wednesday March 19 from 10:00-3:00 BYO lunch (Snow date Thursday March 20) Where: Aldermere Farm Welcome Center 20 Russell Ave, Rockport, ME 04856 for morning session; Erickson Fields Preserve, 164 West Street, […]

Growing and Marketing Specialty Potato Varieties

University of Maine Cooperative Extension Sustainable Agriculture Educator, Brett Johnson will give a talk describing growing and marketing practices in specialty potato production in Maine followed by a report on […]

Specialty Potato Variety Showcase

Sunday, March 30th from 12:00 – 4:00 PM at 294 Crosby Brook Road in Unity. A Specialty Potato Variety Showcase will be held at the Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners (MOFGA) Seed […]

Soil Management Workshop

Wednesday, April 2nd from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM and optional field walk 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM at Aldermere Farm Welcome Center, 20 Russell Ave, Rockport, ME 04856.  BYO lunch […]

Soil Testing and Nutrient Management Workshop

Thursday, April 3rd from 5:00 – 8:00 PM at 577 Mount View Road in Thorndike. Soil Testing and Nutrient Management Workshop Join University of Maine Cooperative Extension Sustainable Agriculture Educator, Brett […]

Event Series Rural Living Month

Rural Living Day

Saturday, April 5, 2025 NEW Location: Lincolnville Central School 523 Hope Rd. Lincolnville, ME Cost $30.00 Register Online  Class sizes are limited and fill up FAST! Pre-registration is REQUIRED and […]

30th Annual Rural Living Day

Save the Date! Rural Living Day will be held on Saturday, April 5, 2025 Location: Lincolnville Central School 523 Hope Rd. Lincolnville, ME And this year, join UMaine Extension for […]

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