Free Nutrition and Cooking Class for WIC & Head Start in partnership with Cooking Matters Class Topics 1. Kids Say Yes to Fruits & Veggies 2. Hack Your Snack 3. Drink to Your Health 4. The Family Kitchen Location: Online via Zoom Time: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Dates: Wednesdays, June 5, 12, 19 & […]
This is the first session in a two part series. Youth will explore what plants need to grow, how to test soil, and investigate which areas are best to start a garden. Of course, this series wouldn’t be complete without allowing youth to take home their own seedling! Geared towards youth ages 9-14 and is […]
Important news! We will have transportation to and from the field this year. We have an exciting line up of topics including harvester efficiency and cleaning, fresh pack lines, pest and crop management, and climate change adaptation. There will also be an excellent home cooked meal for lunch and time to talk with sponsoring and […]
UMaine Extension is offering a new Equine Speaker series to share new research, novel management practices, and solutions for common challenges regarding care for our equine companions. The theme for this summer series is "Pasture and System Management for Healthier Horses." Register to subscribe to the series and gain access to the Zoom link. Register […]
Maine 4-H Days is Back in 2024! Maine 4-H Days will be July 19-21, 2024 at the Windsor Fairgrounds! We are looking forward to hosting families – parents and youth, affiliated with 4-H or not – for an in-person, overnight event with group activities on Friday evening and educational workshops on Saturday. Featured events and tentative schedule may be found below. […]
This is the second session of the two part series. Youth will explore what plants need to grow, how to test soil, and investigate which areas are best to start a garden. Of course, this series wouldn’t be complete without allowing youth to take home their own seedling! Geared towards youth ages 9-14 and is […]
This program includes five classes teaching physical activity, nutrition, and positive habits while enjoying the outdoors. Classes involve walks, nutrition discussions, and making a healthy mini meal. This is a program of the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program. Dates: July 30, August 6, 13, 20, & 27 Time: 9:00 - 10:15 AM Location: Hiking […]
University of Maine Cooperative Extension is offering a new free Equine Speaker series to share new research, novel management practices, and solutions to common challenges with our equine companions. The theme for summer 2024 is “Pasture and System Management for Healthier Horses.” Register for the series to gain access to the Zoom link for all […]
It’s August in Washington County, Maine and that means one thing…blueberry season! Join us in learning about bees, blueberries and our local industry, just in time for the 47th Annual Wild Blueberry Festival in Machias August 16-18th. Geared towards youth ages 9-14 and is limited to 20 participants. Registration required. Register here!
University of Maine Cooperative Extension is offering a new free Equine Speaker series to share new research, novel management practices, and solutions to common challenges with our equine companions. The theme for summer 2024 is “Pasture and System Management for Healthier Horses.” Register for the series to gain access to the Zoom link for all […]
