4-H News

Cindy Griffin and Representative Will Tuell

Washington County Extension Association recognizes volunteers at annual meeting

University of Maine Cooperative Extension hosted its annual meeting of the Washington County Extension Association (WCEA) on Saturday, May 31 at UMaine Machias. This year’s program featured highlights from national 4-H trips and a volunteer award ceremony. During the WCEA annual meeting, members and residents voted on the 2026 budget and a new slate of […]

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UMaine Extension 4-H offers hands-on workshops during summer learning series

University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H will offer its hands-on virtual summer learning series July 7–August 11. The series presents more than 20 workshops on a wide variety of topics to fit a broad range of interests. Originally launched in 2020 to provide additional educational opportunities for youth during the pandemic, the UMaine Extension 4-H Summer Learning […]

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4-H News in Washington County – June 2025

Dates to Remember 4-H Camps and Learning Center Scholarships- Two left! Washington County 4-H Photography Contest  Washington County Fair “Sow Your Sparks”  Downeast Birding Festival School Day The Challenger Center Index Survey- Youth ages 12-18, we need your help! Oh Yea 4-H Grows True Leaders 4-H Science Fridays Crafting Clovers 4-H Club Cobscook Currents 4-H […]

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Youth explore touch tank at 4-H June Jamboree.

Hancock County 4-H announces youth activities for annual June Jamboree

University of Maine Cooperative Extension in Hancock County is hosting the annual 4-H June Jamboree from 9 a.m.–3:30 p.m. on June 14, 2025 at the Blue Hill Fairgrounds, 223 Ellsworth Road. This event, a beloved tradition for 4-H members and the wider community, promises a weekend of hands-on learning, outdoor adventures and family-friendly fun. Media […]

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4-H News in Washington County – May 2025

Dates to Remember June Jamboree Washington County Extension Association invites public to annual meeting on May 31 Washington County 4-H Photo Contest 4-H Camp and Learning Centers Scholarships Available Congratulations Soren, Ira, and Théo! 4-H Science Friday Conservation Career Club Crafting Clovers Oh Yea 4-H Grows True Leaders News from the State Dates to Remember […]

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UMaine Extension to host 4-H Ag Symposium for teens on Orono campus

  University of Maine Cooperative Extension will host the 4th annual 4-H Agricultural Symposium for Maine teens on April 21–22.  The symposium is an overnight experience for youth ages 14-18. Participants will engage with industry professionals on the UMaine campus in Orono, develop leadership skills and nurture friendships with teens from around the state. Youth […]

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