Lake County 4-H has been a tradition since 1922. In its conception, Lake County 4-H clubs were gender specific and these clubs typically focused on particular projects such as livestock, crops, gardening, and home economics. Lake County’s ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Curriculum
After school programing isn't just a babysitter option. It is much more! After school activities can help youth in a variety of ways. In addition to providing a safe space with caring adult mentors, after school programs help youth learn ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum
Bullying is widespread in the United States and of great concern to many young people, families, educators, youth workers, and community members. According to the Center of Disease Control and Prevention (2012), bullying is a form of youth ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum
Public speaking is a valuable life skill for career success and civic engagement. Those who have aspirations of leadership will likely find themselves in the position of leading meetings and speaking to audiences of various sizes. Unfortunately, ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Curriculum
Clay County 4-H hosted a Financing Higher Education workshop on October 23rd, 2018. Participants learned about how to write a resume, cover letter, personal statement, and practiced interviews. Michael Rathjen from Vystar Credit Union gave a ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Curriculum, Money Matters
As the 2017 4-H Tailgate contest started contests 30 state finalists were busy preparing and cooking their protein group at UF/IFAS 4-H State Headquarters in Gainesville as a panel of judges watch and judge them on their food safety and question ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum, UF/IFAS Extension
Youth in Taylor County learn about Marine Science with hands-on activities Sea Grant Marine Extension have involved Taylor County kids into the marine science activities. Diverse groups of kids have shared hands-on activities at the beach to ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum, UF/IFAS Extension
Judging activities provide youth with an excellent opportunity to develop communication. It also teaches them decision making and organizational skills, and enhances their confidence and self esteem. The 4-H Animal Science Program provides ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum, Livestock
GAINESVILLE, Fla. --- Science and agriculture teachers across the nation now have a new tool to teach students about invasive plants, thanks to researchers with the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences. The Florida ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Curriculum, Invasive Species, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research, UF/IFAS TeachingLafayette 4-H Club members decorated pumpkins and learned about sweet potatoes at their monthly meeting on Tuesday, October 10, 2017. Chris Vann(4-H/Ag Agent) gave a presentation on the history of the sweet potato and also how to grow and cook ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum