“Here’s two buckets of corn and two buckets of chicken pellets.” The 4-Her said as she handed us the buckets. She continued instructing, “You will see two large hanging troughs when we go into the coop; one’s for… Read More
Welcome back! The 4-H new year is here, but isn’t in full swing yet. There is still plenty of time to sign up and find ways to become involved in this year’s activities. We have local clubs and… Read More
Although it will still feel like summer for several more months, the summer vacation for students is over half way through. Students will be starting back classes next month, but our 4-Hers will hopefully be taking fond memories… Read More
That is exactly what Skyler Strickland did this school year! Skyler is a 3rd grade student at Bunnell Elementary School and she grew the largest cabbage in her school’s 2018 Bonnie Cabbage Contest. The program is provided by… Read More
On May 3rd, we had a wonderful turn out of students, parents, teachers, and county commissioners, attend Flagler County’s 4-H Tropicana Speech Finalist’s competition. Twenty-one students from 4th, 5th, and 6th grade classrooms across bravely stood up and… Read More
UF/IFAS Extension hosted a fantastic 4-H Potato Field Day at the Hastings Agriculture Extension Center on April 28, 2018. Whether it was the experienced farm-hand demonstrating a mechanical potato harvester or a youngster enjoying the delicious taste of… Read More
Do you remember being in elementary school? What are some of your most vivid memories? I remember field trips – field trips were always my favorite – and when my 2nd grade teacher brought a guinea pig in… Read More
Paving the Way for Careers in Agriculture An annual report released by The STEM Food and Ag Council states there is a shortage of youth agricultural professionals and a need for new professionals trained in STEM fields. The… Read More
Flagler County 4-H Provides Opportunity for Youth to Learn Essential Life Skills School is in full swing and students are feeling the pressures of the spring semester. Likely, many are already peering with anticipation to Spring Break arriving… Read More
Flagler County Youth Prepare for 4-H/Tropicana Public Speaking Contest At this time of the school year, many students in Flagler County can be found writing thought provoking outlines, preparing valuable notecards, or diligently practicing their speeches in the… Read More
