How are you feeling right this very moment? Do you know what how you are feeling is called? Are you curious, excited, happy, sad, or bored? And do you know why? Sometimes it can be very hard to pinpoint exactly what it is that you are feeling. ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum, Relationships & Family, , Work & Life4-H County Events is a treasured program in Taylor County. This program has allowed more than fifty-seven youth to participate for the past few years. This program is where many 4-Hers are able to showcase their 4-H Project through demonstrations, ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum
We all agree that the last three months have been unusual and, for the most part, the majority of the population has done a great job of handling the challenging situation in the world fairly well, considering. I say this as I lead into the ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, UF/IFAS Extension
By Kristie Popa – UF/IFAS Charlotte County 4-H Agent Can you imagine the wonderful smell of the orange blossoms or the vivid orange fruit dangling off of the limbs of a citrus trees? As you drive through various parts of Charlotte County, ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, HorticultureWe are all navigating new territory during this COVID pandemic. 4-H hasn't stopped during this time even though we aren't meeting face to face. During this time we have seen 4-H'ers contribute to their community by doing things like making masks. ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Relationships & FamilyHorticultural therapy is based on the idea that interacting with plants will results in well-being, no matter if it is a professionally designed garden or just having plants in your home. Many studies reported that just spending some time in ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Horticulture, Natural Resources, Work & Life
This week is all about songbirds! There are many other songbirds in Central Florida you can identify, but here are a few we can practice this week. Have you been following along with our weekly Bird Watching Series? I hope you were able to ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Home Landscapes, Lawn, Natural Resources, Recreation, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife
As COVID-19 restrictions begin to loosen, but schools remain closed and social distancing recommendations stay in place, there is a need to find new and safe ways to keep kids learning, active, and at ease. Being outside in nature is a great ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife
Today’s graduating student spotlight is Yicheng Yang! Yicheng is graduating with his Master of Science degree. Yicheng was able to find belonging among his peers with his participation in the ABE Graduate Student Organization. Read more about ... READ MORE
Category: Curriculum, UF/IFAS Teaching
Today's graduating student spotlight is Tasnim Mitu! Tasnim is graduating with her Bachelor of Science in Biological Engineering. While studying in the ABE department, Tasnim was able to find her passion for packaging engineering. Read more ... READ MORE
Category: Curriculum, UF/IFAS Teaching