In collaboration with Dr. Michael Orfanedes, Commercial Horticulture Agent IV Storm season is now upon us. Are you ready? Every year storms leave behind flooded homes, downed trees, and important damage, but we can be prepared ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Clubs & Volunteers, UF/IFAS,
Hello! My name is Leah Acevedo, and I was born in Miami, Florida. Growing up, I always loved the outdoors. I loved going to the beach with my family or spending an entire day at the park. My favorite days were spent kayaking in the ocean or ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Curriculum, UF/IFAS Extension
The UF/IFAS Broward Extension Horticulture staff had the opportunity to attend a Florida Friendly Landscaping Program this past July 23rd and 24th at the Austin Cary Forest Campus Learning Center. This wonderful place of retreat and meditation ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Camp, Forests, Horticulture, Recreation, UF/IFAS, , Work & Life
We are coping with difficult times You and your family may be experiencing anxiety, fear and stress about COVID-19. We are living with a lot of uncertainty. Stress is very normal during these challenging times, but coping with stress will improve ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Relationships & Family
Updated 03/16/20 As we continue to monitor COVID-19 in Florida, I wanted to take a moment to update our UF/IFAS Extension community about our current status, best practices and next steps. The personal health and safety of everyone in ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agribusiness, Agriculture, Camp, Clubs & Volunteers, Coasts & Marine, Community Volunteers, Conservation, Crops, Curriculum, Disaster Preparation, Events, Farm Management, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Food Safety, Forests, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Home Landscapes, Home Management, Horticulture, Invasive Species, Lawn, Livestock, Money Matters, NATURAL RESOURCES, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, Professional Development, Recreation, Relationships & Family, SFYL Hot Topic, Turf, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research, UF/IFAS Teaching, , Water, Wildlife, Work & LifeSummer is almost here! The school year is almost over. Summer is a great time to engage your kids in activities that will help them meet new friends and keep learning. At Broward County 4-H we have several options to keep kids engaged and active ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, UF/IFAS Extension
If you're familiar with 4-H, you've probably been to a 4-H Club meeting. If you are new to 4-H, feel free to check out one of our 15 clubs or contact the 4-H office at 4-h@broward.org. Being a 4-H member who attends club meetings is very rewarding. ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Clubs & VolunteersIt is a new year and a time when we reflect on experiences, lessons learned, and the past. At the same time we look ahead to what we hope to accomplish, achieve and change. 4-H has a rich history. We are proud of all 4-H has accomplished ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Clubs & Volunteers, UF/IFAS Extension
What is “STEAM”? Science, technology, engineering, agriculture (or art!), and math! It is important that youth have opportunities to engage in these fields, as they instill critical thinking, curiosity, global engagement, and the confidence ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum, Professional Development, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Teaching