Cooperative Extension in Washington County

Solar Eclipse Coming to Maine! On April 8th, 2024 Maine will experience a full solar eclipse. This is a once in a lifetime experience for Maine folks. A total solar eclipse occurs when the Sun, Moon and Earth are in a direct line. It is visible from only certain locations on earth during a solar eclipse when […]

Join 4-H Youth Professional, Gabby Brodek, and special guests at 4-H Science Fridays at UMM for more fun science activities throughout the 2024 year! Gabby will be hosting a 4-H Science Friday one Friday a month from February to October so youth can get familiar with the University of Maine at Machias campus, explore cool […]

Speaker: Charles Armstrong, UMaine Extension Cranberry Professional Growing backyard cranberries is easier than you think! Cranberry Professional & Staff Entomologist / Insect Diagnostician Charles Armstrong will share step-by-step instructions from site selection to harvest and everything in between. REGISTER HERE FOR HOME GROWN CRANBERRIES

Where: Zoom REGISTER HERE What: How are you doing parenting and farming at the same time? This drop-in session will be an informal opportunity to meet with other producers to talk […]

  Sweet Potatoes 2 This webinar will focus on practical strategies for growing potatoes and sweet potatoes. In addition to offering simple tips and tricks that will save you time and […]

Free Nutrition and Cooking Classes: Create Better Health Class Topics 1. MyPlate, Knife Skills & Food Safety 2. Nutrition Facts Label & Physical Activity 3. Plan, Shop & Save with […]