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SUMMARY:Set Your Farm's Future on the Right Path Series\, Virtual
DESCRIPTION:It’s never too early to plan for your farm’s future. Every farm has a different path to succession. Sometimes developing that path can be challenging if you feel like you don’t have the time or the necessary information to plan. If you’re feeling stuck or overwhelmed with succession planning\, join our goal-oriented group\, where you’ll work alongside fellow farmers to understand the process and focus on the pieces most relevant to your farm. \nWho: Farmers interested in Succession \nWhat: Six-succession goal-oriented work group \nOnline: Second Monday of each month\, Dec 8\, Jan 5\, Feb 9\, March 9\, April 13\, May 11\, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. via Zoom \nMore information about this program:  \nFarm coaching helps with succession or long-term planning in many ways\, getting you to the table to have the conversations and put pen to paper (or fingers to keyboard) to get started. Coaching supports the conversations you haven’t yet had\, are struggling to have\, or are not moving forward in. Or if you’re stuck\, coaching helps you set goals and take steps toward progress. The coaches focus on the human aspects of farming – the people who farm. \nThis winter\, in-person or online cohorts will meet monthly for six months\, facilitated by members of the coaching team. Choose from an online or in-person group! The cohort-based groups design centers on goal-oriented sessions that incorporate tools from the Farm Communications Guide. \n\nThe cohort-based model emphasizes peer-to-peer collaboration\nOnline or in-person for six sessions\nEach session follows a structured planning process\nBreakout sessions with other group members\nHomework between sessions\nLearn communication tools and practice\n\nEach participant in the cohort will complete a personalized binder: \n\nShared resources\nComponents of a succession plan\nTimeline with action steps\n\nFarmers at any stage of business are invited to participate. \nThe program is free\, however\, registration is required. Visit the Set Your Farm’s Future on the Right Path Series webpage for more details and to register. For more information or to request a reasonable accommodation\, contact Leslie Forstadt at 207.581.3487 or leslie.forstadt@maine.edu.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/set-your-farms-future-on-the-right-path-series-virtual/2026-03-09/
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
LOCATION:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/set-your-farms-future-on-the-right-path-series-virtual/2026-03-09/
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SUMMARY:4-H Maine App Challenge Series
DESCRIPTION:The 4-H Maine App Challenge series will provide an introduction to Tyler Technologies’ Maine App Challenge and provide guided support for developing an app. This will be a series for ages 13+ that focuses on the foundations of developing a web-based application\, including introduction to the Maine App Challenge. Participants will engage in design thinking\, prototyping\, and problem solving all while going through the process of developing their own app. At the end of the series\, participants\, if they choose\, will be able to submit their application to the Maine App Challenge for the chance to earn valuable prizes\, including scholarships totaling $10\,000. In this series\, youth will engage in hands-on learning\, computer programming\, and design with guidance and support from experts at Tyler Technologies and 4-H. Participants must be Maine residents. \nParticipants will need access to a computer and be required to create a code.org login. Devices need to be one per participant (sharing a device is not advisable for this session). Tablets and mobile devices do not work with this platform. Participants must be Maine residents. \nAges: 13-18 \nDates/Times: Tuesdays\, March 3 – 24\, 2026\, from 4:00 – 6:00 pm \nRegistration Deadline: February 12\, 2026 \nCapacity: Limited to 12 youth \nRegister here! \nNote – the Maine App Challenge is open to 4-Hers regardless of participation in this series.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/4-h-maine-app-challenge-series/2026-03-10/
LOCATION:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/4-h-maine-app-challenge-series/2026-03-10/
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SUMMARY:4-H Intro to Artificial Intelligence Club
DESCRIPTION:The 4-H Intro to Artificial Intelligence Club will provide an introduction to what artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning are. This will be a 6 session series for ages 9+ that focuses on the foundations of AI\, including introduction to AI\, pattern recognition\, human versus machine learning\, AI in daily life and ethical awareness. Participants will take a closer look at how these are currently being used\, learn about what AI does well and what it does not do well and considerations for using AI. \nArtificial Intelligence has incredible capabilities. This series will reveal some opportunities and challenges of this emerging technology in a safe learning environment. In this club\, youth will explore this emerging powerful technology with guidance and support from 4-H staff. \nAges: Youth ages 9-18 \nDates/Times: Wednesdays\, February 25 – April 1 from 4:00 – 5:00 pm \nCapacity: Limited to 10 youth \nRegistration deadline: February 12\, 2026 \nRegister here!
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/4-h-intro-to-artificial-intelligence-club/2026-03-11/
LOCATION:https://extension.umaine.edu/washington/event/4-h-intro-to-artificial-intelligence-club/2026-03-11/
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