Cooperative Extension in Washington County

4-H June Jamboree 4-H June Jamboree is an annual event hosted by Hancock County 4-H. It is open to ALL 4-H members, friends, and family in Hancock and neighboring counties. Photo taken during June Jamboree 2019 June Jamboree features a weekend of hands-on workshops covering topics such as: science, art, crafts, physical activity, nutrition, animals, demonstrations, […]

4-H June Jamboree 4-H June Jamboree is an annual event hosted by Hancock County 4-H. It is open to ALL 4-H members, friends, and family in Hancock and neighboring counties. Photo taken during June Jamboree 2019 June Jamboree features a weekend of hands-on workshops covering topics such as: science, art, crafts, physical activity, nutrition, animals, demonstrations, […]

4-H June Jamboree 4-H June Jamboree is an annual event hosted by Hancock County 4-H. It is open to ALL 4-H members, friends, and family in Hancock and neighboring counties. Photo taken during June Jamboree 2019 June Jamboree features a weekend of hands-on workshops covering topics such as: science, art, crafts, physical activity, nutrition, animals, demonstrations, […]

FREE Online on Zoom! For Washington County youth ages 4 to 9 Tuesdays, May 4 – June 8; 3:30-4:15pm Join the University of Maine Cooperative Extension’s Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) in this weekly, food-themed, virtual read-aloud group. Each session will feature an interactive activity and a different Washington County Adult library during the read-aloud portion. […]

4-H June Jamboree 4-H June Jamboree is an annual event hosted by Hancock County 4-H. It is open to ALL 4-H members, friends, and family in Hancock and neighboring counties. Photo taken during June Jamboree 2019 June Jamboree features a weekend of hands-on workshops covering topics such as: science, art, crafts, physical activity, nutrition, animals, demonstrations, […]

May 12: The Nutrition Fact Labels & A Well Stocked Pantry | Recipe: Confetti Yogurt Cups University of Maine Cooperative Extension is offering a free, online nutrition series for families in Washington, Hancock, Androscoggin and Sagadahoc counties from 3:30–4:30 p.m. starting May 5, continuing each Thursday through June 23. “Create Family Meals” will include family-friendly […]

We have an exciting opportunity for kids in 4th through 8th grade to join a new virtual 4-H club – the 4-H Citizen Scientists!  In this club you’ll practice citizen science in your own backyard, and observe and report on the nature around you while making connections with fellow citizen scientists in your community and […]

Webinar Wednesday, May 12, 2021 6:00 PM to 7:15 PM Registration deadline: 4 PM on May 12, 2021 In this webinar, you’ll learn about the many approaches to preparing your garden site, and considerations for choosing which method is suitable for your next garden expansion effort. This webinar will cover practices ranging from Extension favorites to […]

4-H June Jamboree 4-H June Jamboree is an annual event hosted by Hancock County 4-H. It is open to ALL 4-H members, friends, and family in Hancock and neighboring counties. Photo taken during June Jamboree 2019 June Jamboree features a weekend of hands-on workshops covering topics such as: science, art, crafts, physical activity, nutrition, animals, demonstrations, […]

Join 4-H and Greenheart as we travel around the world virtually and meet other teens from across the globe.  Meetings will include a brief presentation from a teen Greenheart Exchange Student about their native country, an activity, and a question and answer period.  These meetings are open to youth ages 12 – 18, with a […]

University of Maine Cooperative Extension is offering a free, self-paced, three-part online nutrition series for Washington County parents and adults with children living at home. "Eating Your Way" includes information on nutrition, simple cooking demonstrations, and child-friendly nutrition resources. On completion of the series, participants will receive a gift bag including a cookbook and relevant cooking […]

4-H June Jamboree 4-H June Jamboree is an annual event hosted by Hancock County 4-H. It is open to ALL 4-H members, friends, and family in Hancock and neighboring counties. Photo taken during June Jamboree 2019 June Jamboree features a weekend of hands-on workshops covering topics such as: science, art, crafts, physical activity, nutrition, animals, demonstrations, […]

This workshop will introduce participants to important topics that an aspiring entrepreneur needs to consider before starting a food business. Topics that will be presented include: the specialty food industry, business basics, an overview of the product development process, licensing and regulations, and food safety concerns.  REGISTER HERE Once you have registered, you will receive […]

4-H June Jamboree 4-H June Jamboree is an annual event hosted by Hancock County 4-H. It is open to ALL 4-H members, friends, and family in Hancock and neighboring counties. Photo taken during June Jamboree 2019 June Jamboree features a weekend of hands-on workshops covering topics such as: science, art, crafts, physical activity, nutrition, animals, demonstrations, […]