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SUMMARY:Virtual Summer Equine Speaker Series: What’s bugging your horse? Managing insect pests on equine farms
DESCRIPTION: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.” \nRegister for the series to gain access to the Zoom link for all sessions. \nRegister Online \n“What’s bugging your horse? Managing insect pests on equine farms” \nElissa Ballman\, UMaine Senior Research Associate and Ph.D. student \nStable flies\, house flies\, ticks\, and midges are just some of the pests horses encounter on our farms. Not all flies are created equally\, or are managed equally. Learn how to identify which pests you are dealing with\, when they are active\, and integrated pest management tactics you can use to keep your horses happy and healthy. Also\, get a sneak peak at the current stable fly research happening in Maine.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/virtual-summer-equine-speaker-series-whats-bugging-your-horse-managing-insect-pests-on-equine-farms/
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SUMMARY:Start Your 4-H Volunteer Journey
DESCRIPTION: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 September 18 and 25.  \n“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 experiential educational activity\, learn about the key aspects of positive youth development and be introduced to the ages and stages of youth. The two one-hour virtual sessions will wrap up with an outline of next steps and an introduction to a county staff contact to help with the application process if desired. \nA 4-H volunteer is many things: mentor\, advisor\, friend\, teacher\, referee\, role model\, pacesetter and much more. 4-H volunteers have the opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of children\, teach them valuable skills\, help them achieve a positive self-image\, accomplish personal goals and earn a sense of accomplishment. \nThe informational sessions are free\, registration is required on the program webpage. \nFor more information or to request a reasonable accommodation\, contact Jennifer Lobley\, jennifer.lobley@maine.edu\, 207.255.3345. \n 
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/start-your-4-h-volunteer-journey-3/
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SUMMARY:Conservation Career 4-H Club
DESCRIPTION:Conservation Career 4-H Club is a year-long club program designed to help Washington County youth ages 14-17 explore conservation career fields\, build relationships with industry professionals\, gain clarity on their aspirations\, and foster a connection to place.  \nGoals | Schedule | Instructors | Cost  | More Information | Registration | Non-discrimination Statement \nGoals\n\nHelp youth gain real-life experience necessary to make informed decisions about their future and provide insights to help guide post-secondary pursuits \nConnect their developing interests and passions to real-world employment experiences \nHighlight career paths within Washington County \nIncrease access to career and post-secondary opportunities in conservation-related fields \nFoster the next generation of conservation stewards \nHelp build a climate literate generation\n\nSchedule \nThe club will meet year-round\, starting in September\, 2024. The structure alternates between bi-monthly meetings and site visits\, typically falling on the third Thursday of each month. The site visits will take place during school hours\, youth will be able to leave school for these educational experiences\, with teacher permission.  \nSeptember 19\, 2024 – Introduction Meeting & Conservation Career Exploration Activity\nOctober 24\, 2024– Site Visit 1\nNovember 21\, 2024– Service Project Brainstorming\nDecember 19\, 2024– Site Visit 2\nJanuary 16\, 2025- Host a professional panel of speakers to share their own professional journey and experiences\nFebruary 20\, 2025– Site Visit 3\nMarch 20\, 2025– Adventure Component Brainstorming\nApril 17\, 2025– Site Visit 4\nMay 15\, 2025– Mock-Interviews / Take time to work on resumes and cover letters\nJune 2025- TBD– Site Visit 5\nJuly 2025 – TBD– Culminating Group Experience (Service Project & Adventure Component)\n**Throughout Summer- **Community-based Internships \nInstructors\nGabrielle Brodek\, 4-H Youth Development Professional\, University of Maine Cooperative Extension  \nCathy Lookabaugh\, Community Outreach Manager for Washington County\, Maine Coast Heritage Trust \nCost\nFree\, registration required.  \nMore Information\nFor more information to to request a reasonable accommodation\, please contact Gabby Brodek\, 4-H Youth Development Professional\, 207.255.3345 or gabrielle.brodek@maine.edu. 
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/conservation-career-4-h-club/
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