Category: 4-H & Youth
Benefits of Physical Activity and COVID-19 Prevention
If the COVID-19 pandemic has brought anything to our lives, it may very well be the opportunity for self-care, stress management and more physical activity. Sadly, for many, it has become a time of stress, weight gain, depression,… Read More
OHSA Celebrates One Health Day with Campus-Wide Painting
On November 3rd, the One Health Student Association held a communal painting event in the Plaza of Americas at the University of Florida in celebration of One Health Day. Students were encouraged to participate by painting on the… Read More
Look What’s Peeping in St. Johns County 4-H
Historically, humans and poultry have interacted in many ways beyond owning chickens as farm animals. From domesticated fowl being used for meat and egg production to fancy breeds being shown in competition, ducks, chickens, turkeys, and other poultry… Read More
Reaching Your 4-H Goals
Time to Get Going on those 4-H Goals Last year at this time, I wrote a blog about setting S.M.A.R.T. goals for the new year. Remember, S.M.A.R.T. goals should be Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant and Timebound. Hopefully, every… Read More
Anti-Microbial Resistance: A Systemic Problem with Systemic Solutions
Following up on the last blog post about the OHSA event on Anti-Microbial Resistance, I would like to spend some words discussing how AMR is a systemic problem that requires systemic solutions using the Sustainable Development Goals as… Read More
Giving Thanks for Trees
Rebekah Heppner, Master Gardener Volunteer Trainee How many trees are there in the City of St. Petersburg? No, this isn’t a trick question or a game like how many marbles in the jar. The St. Petersburg Urban Forestry… Read More
A 4-H’ers Tips for Creating an Attractive Holiday Centerpiece
Tis’ the Holiday Season and family gatherings are in full swing! A key part of any holiday table is the centerpiece. Recently, St. Johns County 4-H’ers participated in a demonstrational video where they learned proper table setting and… Read More
Pumpkins & Squash: Connecting Agricultural, Urban and Youth Audiences with Food Systems
Once again, we planted our pumpkin patch at UF/IFAS Hastings! But this year, we doubled the number of varieties planted! Of the dozen tested, three are meant for seed roasting while seven are ideal for baking. After our… Read More
Lake County 4-H Information
4-H is a family affair with many opportunities where children and parents can participate with common interests. The 4-H program’s success depends upon parental support and involvement. By being involved in 4-H, parents can ensure the best growth… Read More