Are looking for a fun activity that your whole family can do? How about biking? Whether you are a beginner bike rider or an experienced rider, this activity is for you! Learn how to do the ABC bike safety check, choose the right helmet, and much and more. Learn how to improve your biking skills […]
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Upcoming Dates 07/15-08/01: 4-H Virtual Exhibit Hall Entry Period 07/16: 4-H Volunteer Share Fair 07/17: Entry Deadline for Quarantine Arts & Crafts Showcase County News COVID-19 Update Given the rapidly evolving COVID-19 situation in Maine, UMaine Extension is cancelling all 4-H club meetings and events until further notice (no matter what size group). University […]
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Looking for a fun trick that will amaze your friends and family? Accept this challenge and you may be surprised that you can pass your head or maybe your whole body through a piece of paper! With a little practice, you will amaze your friends and family and understand how math can be used in […]
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With the frost behind us and the warmer weather upon us, your garden plants have likely been thriving. Wait! What is this? Something is munching on your plants! Keep your garden safe from critters this summer and learn how to keep bugs off your plants. With this activity you can learn how to determine what […]
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Waldo County 4-H Weekly Activities Did you know that there are 846 insects that have been found in Maine? That is a lot of bugs! If you have a love for all things creepy-crawly, this activity is for you. This activity provides an introduction to entomology, the study of insects. Using a sheet and a […]
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Rainy days make it hard to go outside and enjoy nature, but rainy days still can be fun! On the next rainy day, try making your own journal. With household materials, you can create a handmade journal. Journals are a great way to be creative, record observations or, tell your story. You can draw pictures, […]
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4-H on the Move A Monthly Newsletter for Waldo County 4-H Members and Volunteers Download the PDF: 4-H on the Move Newsletter Table of Contents Upcoming Dates County News COVID-19 Update Hancock County June Jamboree Waldo County Arts & Crafts Showcase State News COVID-19 Update Virtual 4-H Offerings 2020 Summer Programming 4-H at Home Aquaponics […]
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Warmer weather will be here soon and that means that it is time to start planning your camping adventure! Camping is a great way to enjoy nature, learn about environment, and practice outdoor survival skills. If you cannot leave your home, do not worry! Camping can be done right in your backyard, or even your […]
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Finding activities to do while sheltering at home can be as easy as going outside and observing nature, like bird watching. Have you ever had a nap in a hammock or lawn chair and enjoyed the sounds of bird songs? Have you noticed a beautiful bird and wonder what kind of bird it is? In […]
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With warmer, sunnier days, spring is a great time for outdoor fun! Gardening is a great way for families to learn while being outdoors and enjoying nature. All you need is a few seeds, soil, an old egg carton, and water and you can grow fresh vegetables! Growing fresh vegetables teaches kids basic gardening practices […]
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