Cooperative Extension in Washington County

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 […]

Table of Contents Dates to Remember Forest Health 4-H SPIN Club in Harrington Seasonal Crafts Around the World 4-H SPIN Club in Calais 4-H Re-enrollment Reminder Learning Ecosystems Northeast (LENE) Fall Phenology Photo Contest! Oh Yea! Grows True Leaders Cobscook Currents 4-H Club Paper Clover Campaign News from the State Dates to Remember November 2 […]

University of Maine Cooperative Extension will offer a free, four-session 4-H club focused on forest health.  Designed for youth ages 8-11, the in-person club aims to explore the beauty and abundance of Maine’s local forests while learning about the importance and resilience of forests as ecosystems. Through hands-on activities, participants will create a “tree tale” […]

Calais, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension will offer a three-session, in-person 4-H club about seasonal crafts from around the world designed for young artists to explore their creativity and learn about different cultural traditions.  Geared towards youth ages 6-12, the special interest, SPIN, club will meet from 10:30 a.m-12:30 p.m on Saturdays, Nov. […]

Table of Contents Dates to Remember 4-H Science Fridays Cobscook Currents 4-H Club Washington County Photo and Ribbon Pick Up Instructions Project Records Final Reminder 4-H Professional, Gabby Brodek, Vacation Community Service Opportunity Paper Clover Campaign, Tractor Supply Co. Learning Ecosystems Northeast (LENE) Fall Phenology Photo Contest! Oh Yea! 4-H Grows True Leaders Youth Development […]