Cooperative Extension in Washington County

University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H is offering a weekly online workshop for youth, ages 13-18, focused on Maine’s tidepools and citizen science. The 4-H Tidepool Immersion Discovery and Ecology (TIDE) workshop series will be held from 4-5 p.m. on Tuesdays, April 9-May 11. An optional field day will be held April 13, rain date April […]

Table of Contents Dates to Remember Help send Cobscook Currents 4-H Club to First Lego League Festival! Cobscook Currents 4-H Club Updates 4-H Science Fridays Oh Yea 4-H Grows True Leaders Updates New Calais 4-H Cloverbud Club Prepare for the Solar Eclipse with 4-H – free to-go eclipse activity bags!  Washington County 4-H Public Speaking […]

The University of Maine Cooperative Extension Washington County 4-H Public Speaking Tournament is set to captivate audiences at 10 a.m. on March 9 at the University of Maine at Machias, Science Building, Room 102.  The public is invited to witness local 4-H youth deliver impactful speeches on topics close to their hearts.  In the event […]

The University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H program is offering a free online workshop for youth ages 9-18, focused on the upcoming solar eclipse in April. The workshop will be held Thursdays from 4-5 p.m. March 21-April 11. Maine is set to experience a full solar eclipse on April 8, providing a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for […]

The Washington County Extension Association seeks nominations for the 2024 Norman W. Duzen Volunteer Award, honoring a Washington County resident whose volunteerism has enhanced the lives of community members. Norman W. Duzen had a special place in his heart for the people of Washington County and donated many hours of his time to make their lives better. University of […]

Table of Contents Dates to Remember Cobscook Currents 4-H Club Updates Oh Yea 4-H Grows True Leaders Updates 4-H Public Speaking Workshop Washington County 4-H Public Speaking Tournament 4-H Science Fridays 4-H at Winter Family Fun Day News from the State Dates to Remember February 14 & 28: Maple Sugaring 101 February 17: 2024 Maine […]

University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H will offer 4-H Science Fridays beginning Feb. 23. Youth, ages nine to fourteen, will meet with 4-H Professional, Gabby Brodek, one Friday a month February through October on the campus of the University of Maine at Machias. This club will focus on exploring science topics and skills, spending time […]

Table of Contents Dates to Remember 4-H Public Speaking Workshop Washington County 4-H Public Speaking Tournament What do you want to accomplish this year? Project records can help! 4-H Science Fridays Oh Yea! 4-H Grows True Leaders 4-H Forest Health SPIN Club 4-H Seasonal Crafts Around the World SPIN Club Cobscook Currents 4-H Club 4-H […]

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 Jan. 16 and 23.    “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 will also participate in an […]

Table of Contents Dates to Remember Cobscook Currents 4-H Club Oh Yea! 4-H Grows True Leaders Updates Forest Health 4-H SPIN Club in Harrington Seasonal Crafts Around the World 4-H SPIN Club in Calais Final Deadline for 4-H Re-enrollment News from the State Dates to Remember December 23: Application Deadline for Ignite by 4-H Conference […]