The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (2014) defines trauma as “an Event, series of events or set of circumstances that is Experienced by an individual as physically or emotionally harmful or life threatening and that ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers
Thanks to the efforts of hard-working Orange County 4-H members, the Exhibit Hall at the Extension Center is filled with more than 1900 festive red, pink, and white poinsettias. Our club members began taking pre-orders in October and exceeded ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Events
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
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
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,
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
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 & VolunteersThe 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
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
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