Cooperative Extension in Washington County

March 15, 22, and 29, from 6:30-7:30 p.m. via ZOOM video conferencing platform. Interested in being a 4-H volunteer, but not sure where to start? Learn more about starting a short-term 4-H SPIN club and explore how much fun working with young people can be! SPIN clubs are SPecial INterest clubs designed to offer a […]

University of Maine Cooperative Extension will hold a six-session intermediate beekeeping course on Wednesdays, March 22 – April  26, 6:30-8:30 p.m., at the UMaine Extension office, 28 Center St., Machias. The course, taught by Master Beekeeper Andrew Dewey, is intended for the beekeeper with at least a season or two of hands-on experience and concentrates on keeping bees successfully in the Washington County area. There will […]

The Washington County Extension Association (WCEA) seeks nominations for the 2017 Norman W. Duzen Volunteer Award, which honors 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. The University […]

A five-session University of Maine Cooperative Extension beginning beekeeping course starts Thursday, Feb. 16, 6:30-8:30 p.m., at University of Maine at Machias Science Building, 116 O’Brien Ave., Room 102, Machias. Remaining classes are Feb. 23, March 2, March 9 and March 16. Snow date is March 23. Taught by Master Beekeeper Andrew Dewey, class topics include the honeybee colony, hive construction, seasonal management, pests and diseases, and […]

Delicious fruits and vegetables are ripe for the picking in August and University of Maine Cooperative Extension educator Kathy Savoie wants Mainers to have up-to-date information on the best methods, canners, jars, and seals to safely preserve food. UMaine Extension publishes information to help people find, grow, use, preserve and store in-season fruits and vegetables. […]

By Alan Majka, Extension Educator It’s that time of year again. Whether you want to preserve the bounty from your home garden or fresh produce from a local farmers market or buyers club, it’s important to follow recommended guidelines. Improperly preserved foods may be wasted due to spoilage, or worse yet, they may result in […]

University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H is offering a special interest (SPIN) club for youth, ages 12 to 16, interested in photography. The club meets seven Wednesday evenings, 3:30-5:00 p.m., beginning July 13, in Machias. Remaining dates are July 20, 27 and August 3, 10, 17, and 24. Explore UMaine Extension’s 4-H program while learning about composition, camera operation, and editing techniques. Participants […]

Summer has officially arrived and even the weather is telling us it’s summer-time! Berry season is upon us and we have several publications from growing the berries, to preserving and cooking them. I hope you have an opportunity to get outside and enjoy our beautiful state! Here are just a few publications that may interest […]

The first long weekend of the summer season is about to begin and that means people are spending more time outdoors. University of Maine Cooperative Extension has publications about grilling safely, dealing with those pesky bugs and insects, gardening information, and much more! Below is just a sample of publications available from UMaine Extension’s publications catalog: #4278 […]

Washington County Extension Association honored several volunteers during its annual meeting May 17 at Jonesboro Elementary School. Nathan Pennell of Whitneyville was honored with the Norman W. Duzen Community Service Award for his almost 40 years of volunteering with Jacksonville Grange #358 and Whitneyville Library. Also honored were Joanne McMahon of Cooper for her efforts on the Senior Companion Advisory Committee, and […]