The Washington County Extension Association will hold its annual meeting, featuring the Norman W. Duzen Community Service Award, on Saturday, May 31 beginning at 10 a.m. at the county Extension office located at the O’Brien House on the campus of University of Maine at Machias. Cindy L. Griffin of Whiting will receive the Norman W. […]
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Every spring, hundreds of teenagers descend on the nation’s capital for a multi-day conference where they learn how the US government works and have a chance to share their voices with federal agencies and congressional committees. The National 4-H Conference, held in April, welcomes youth ages 15-19 from across the country and provides an opportunity […]
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University of Maine Cooperative Extension will present a 7-part online lunch and learn series intended to help farmers take their soil health to the next level. The sessions will be held from noon–1 p.m. on Tuesdays, May 27 to July 8. The sessions are for farmers who have experience with soil health practices and want […]
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Dates to Remember June Jamboree Washington County Extension Association invites public to annual meeting on May 31 Washington County 4-H Photo Contest 4-H Camp and Learning Centers Scholarships Available Congratulations Soren, Ira, and Théo! 4-H Science Friday Conservation Career Club Crafting Clovers Oh Yea 4-H Grows True Leaders News from the State Dates to Remember […]
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Washington County Extension Association is hosting an annual meeting from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 31, at the University of Maine Cooperative Extension office, 116 O’Brien Avenue on the campus of the University of Maine Machias. The rain location is the Larson Conference Room in the Reynolds Center. The free public event includes […]
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Three members of the Cobscook Currents 4-H Club proudly represented Washington County at the 2025 Speak Up, Maine 4-H! public speaking event, held on Saturday, April 5 at the University of Maine in Orono. Senior 4-H’er Soren D. presented an illustrated talk titled “Machias Dike and Marsh: What Should Be Done?” and received a blue ribbon for […]
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University of Maine Cooperative Extension has launched an updated community garden map to help connect Mainers looking for an opportunity to plant, tend and harvest vegetables and flowers in a communal space. The Community Garden Map includes information about local community gardens that provide opportunities for individuals to have their own garden plots or volunteer […]
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University of Maine Cooperative Extension will offer a ruminant parasite management workshop and FAMACHA certification workshop on Saturday, April 26 from noon to 4:30 p.m. at the University of Maine Machias, 116 Obrien Avenue. Producers of small ruminants (sheep, goats, llamas and alpacas) are invited to learn about common parasites and their management. Hands-on activities […]
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University of Maine Cooperative Extension will host the 4th annual 4-H Agricultural Symposium for Maine teens on April 21–22. The symposium is an overnight experience for youth ages 14-18. Participants will engage with industry professionals on the UMaine campus in Orono, develop leadership skills and nurture friendships with teens from around the state. Youth […]
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Dates to Remember Speak Up, Washington County 4-H Showcase 4-H Science Fridays Crafting Clovers 4-H Club Oh Yea 4-H Grows True Leaders 4-H Ignite Conference in Washington D.C. 4-H Camp and Learning Centers Scholarships Available Save the Date- Washington County Extension Association Annual Meeting – May 31 News from the State Dates to Remember April […]
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