Category: Clubs & Volunteers

Jumpstart your holidays at a wreath-making workshop with Florida 4-H in Broward

by Lourdes Mederos

November 29, 2023

Interested in jumpstarting your holidays with a crafty exercise that doubles as a fundraiser for Broward County 4-H youth programming? Look no further and sign up for a fun and festive wreath-making workshop scheduled for December 9 from ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum, UF/IFAS
Tags: 4-H, 4-H Summer Camp, 4-H Youth Development, Alexandra Goetz, Florida 4-H, UF-IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension Broward County, Wreath

Expanding Horizons: Diverse Volunteer Opportunities in 4-H

by Kristie Popa

November 27, 2023

As we venture into a new season of growth and learning, we want to highlight the myriad of volunteer opportunities available within our 4-H community. While club leadership is undoubtedly vital, there are numerous other ways to contribute and ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers
Tags: 4-H, 4-H Appropriate, 4-H Leaders, Florida 4-H

Exploring the Florida 4-H Pollinator Habitat Programming

by cfincher

November 21, 2023

Pollinators play a crucial role in our food system, yet a significant number of young individuals are unaware of their importance. Teenagers, given their unique position, can impact their peers through educational experiences, offering essential ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers,
Tags: Crystal_McCazzio, MarionCounty

Embracing a Season of Gratitude: Honoring 4-H Families

by Kristie Popa

November 20, 2023

In this season of gratitude, we take a moment to reflect on the immeasurable value of our 4-H families. Thank you for your unwavering support, shared experiences, and dedication to fostering growth and learning as they are the cornerstones of ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers
Tags: 4-H, 4-h Club, Florida 4-H

The Spanish Beard

by Taylor Clem, PhD

November 15, 2023

Nature's Symphony Unplugging in the wild is a breath of fresh air. Have you ever spent time paddling a wilderness trail, exploring the depths of the swamps, rivers, and marshes? A silence from our busy lives becomes supplanted with a harmony ... READ MORE

Category: Clubs & Volunteers

2023 Orange County 4-H Peanut Butter Challenge

by Erin Reichel

November 13, 2023

The annual UF/IFAS Extension Peanut Butter Challenge ran from October 1 through October 31 this year, and our Orange County 4-H'ers took full advantage of lending their hands for larger service! What is the Peanut Butter Challenge? Each year ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Community Volunteers
Tags: #4-HGrowshere, #OC4H, 4-H, Ocextension, Orange County, UF/IFAS Extension Orange County, Youth

Navigating the Path to Excellence: The Florida State Fair Ethics Course

by Kristie Popa

November 6, 2023

The journey of a 4-H member is woven with values like responsibility, integrity, and compassion. At the heart of this journey lies the Florida State Fair Ethics Course - a crucial milestone for every aspiring livestock exhibitor. This course ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum
Tags: 4-H, 4-h Club, 4-H Project

Colors of the Roadside

by Taylor Clem, PhD

October 31, 2023

Introduction As we watch trees transition from their chlorophyll-filled green leaves, xanthophyll, carotenoids, and anthocyanins emerge. These are the chemicals responsible for the colors of fall. Photosynthesis decreases as a result of waning ... READ MORE

Category: Clubs & Volunteers

Vines of Mistaken Identity: Greenbriar

by Taylor Clem, PhD

October 31, 2023

In the Vines of Mistaken Identify, we're exploring the different types of vines commonly called "invasive" around Nassau County. Rather, in fact, these vines are not invasive and many of them are native too, which provides amazing benefits to ... READ MORE

Category: Clubs & Volunteers
Tags: Beneficial, FFL, Florida Friendly, Florida-Friendly Landscapes, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Flowers, Fruit, Vines Of Mistaken Identity, VinesofMistakenIdentity

Empowering Tomorrow’s Leaders: Nurturing Leadership Skills in Your 4-H Member

by Kristie Popa

October 30, 2023

Picture a future where confident, capable leaders emerge from the heart of 4-H, equipped not only with project successes but also with invaluable life skills that will shape their journey into adulthood. In this article, we delve into a topic ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum
Tags: 4-H, 4-H Appropriate, 4-h Club, 4-H Leaders, Florida 4-H

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