Building a Dry Garden Bed
Ask Master Gardener Volunteer Michele Hackmeyer In a previous blog, I described plants to consider using in a dry garden bed. Now I will describe what it takes to create the bed. Doing something… Read More
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Hitting the Mark – 4-H Shooting Sports Volunteers
Hitting the Mark – 4-H Shooting Sports Volunteers Ready to Lead!
Spice Things Up With Alternative Seasonings
With today’s continued focus on healthy eating and the dangers of high blood pressure, seasoning and cooking with salt has decreased. Alternative seasonings such as herbs and spices are excellent additions to any dish without… Read More
Seven Tips for a Healthy School Lunch
Now that school is back in session, are your struggling to find healthy and safe lunches to pack? Do you cringe with every peanut butter and jelly sandwich you make? If you are like me,… Read More
Youth Gain from Camping Experiences
With summer around the corner, it’s a great time to enroll your children in residential and/or day camps. For most communities there are a variety of camps offered. Camping experiences not only give children something to… Read More
The Importance of Club Involvement
With summer approaching, you might be asking, “What am I going to do with my children while they are out of school?” One solution is to get them involved in a club. 4-H is the… Read More
Helping Young Children Understand the Meaning of Math
Children are born curious and are constantly learning about the world around them. Children learn basic math skills through daily activities and interaction. They practice basic math skills as they notice differences between things, how events… Read More
How to Avoid Homework Hassles
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Helping Children Learn Self-Control
Self-control is an important skill for all children to learn. In other words, individuals know right from wrong or have power to control their own actions. Self-control is the ability to think before you act,… Read More
Tips for Talking to Older Adults
As I begin to age, I am finding that many of my co-workers, friends and I are dealing with aging parents. Often times, it is trying and difficult to communicate with aging family and friends. … Read More