Category: 4-H & Youth

Art in The Garden

by Lorna Bravo
September 7, 2019

The article was written by UF/IFAS Extension Broward County Horticulture Extension Agent: Lorna Bravo Come and learn about the importance of having a Florida-Friendly butterfly garden in your backyard. Learn the vital role our local pollinators ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Community Volunteers, Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, , Water, Wildlife
Tags: Beehouses, Butterflies, Florida Friendly Landscapes, Rain Barrels, Water Conservation

Use art to learn about insects

by Karen Rice-David
August 20, 2019

Why insects? Learning about insects, or entomology, is a great way to introduce youth to science and exploration. STEM careers are growing in availability. This opens up a world of possibilities for youth. If your child is intimidated by science ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth
Tags: Art, Bug Camp, Insects, Science, STEM, Youth

4-H Bug Camp

by Karen Rice-David
August 14, 2019

New program: Bug Camp This summer Broward 4-H hosted a week-long “Bug Camp” for the first time. Campers ranged from the age 6 to 11. Each day consisted of the Bug of the Day, insect collecting and releasing, as well as lessons ranging from ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth
Tags: 4-H, Art, Bugs, Camp, Crafts, Day Camp, Insects

Volunteers: college students

by Karen Rice-David
August 7, 2019

Volunteer Internships College is an exciting time in life. You make new friends, explore careers, and learn new skills. Volunteering with 4-H can add to your college experience. If you are a University of Florida student, inquire with your ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth,
Tags: Intern, Volunteer, Youth Development

Join Broward 4-H County Council!

by Karen Rice-David
July 3, 2019

What is County Council? The County Council is composed of all Broward County 4-H members of any age, club or project. Are you in a school club, a community club or are you an independent member? If you said yes to any of these, then you are ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth,
Tags: 4-H, County Council, Leadership, Meeting, Special Events

4-H Summer Camps

by Karen Rice-David
May 8, 2019

Summer 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
Tags: Broward County, Bugs, Camp, Fun, Kids, Summer

Learning trust and communication through rock climbing

by Karen Rice-David
March 21, 2019

The Tech Tigers 4-H Club build and program robots to compete in FIRST robotics competitions. The Tech Tigers build robots that accomplish amazing things! Adult mentors partner with youth to build and program these robots. The Tech Tigers ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth
Tags: Rock Climbing; Tech Tigers, Team Building

Take your 4-H experience to the next level

by Karen Rice-David
January 11, 2019

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 & Volunteers
Tags: 4-H, Broward, Competition, Fair, Families, Fun, Kids, Leadership

4-H: Looking back while looking ahead

by Karen Rice-David
January 3, 2019

It 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

Frogs: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

by J. Johnson
September 25, 2017

How do you react when you see a frog? Are you frightened and run away, fascinated and want to catch one, hungry and want to eat the legs, or disgusted and turn your head? Most frogs are quite important to the environment and to humans. However, ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Invasive Species, NATURAL RESOURCES, Wildlife
Tags: Cane Toad, Cuban Frog, Frog Facts, Invasive, Invasive Frogs, Invasive Species, Toad, Tree Frog

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