This blog will cover everything you need to know about 4-H Project Record Books, including what they are, how to access them, how to complete them, how they are judged, and a calendar of important dates to consider before they are due in July. What ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum, UF/IFAS Extension
4-H volunteers contribute significantly to a 4-H member's growth and development. When working with 4-H members, it's imperative to consider their age and use age-appropriate activities that align with their developmental stage. This strategic ... READ MORE
Category: Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum
Welcome back to Volunteering In Nature, a blog series that explores the wonderful world of volunteering for UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County’s ecology and natural resources program. So far, we have shared all about the ecology and natural ... READ MORE
Category: Camp, Community Volunteers, Conservation, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Charlotte County 4-H Introduces New Member in Good Standing Requirements As we embark on a new 4-H year, Charlotte County 4-H is excited to introduce its newly implemented Member in Good Standing Requirements. These requirements are designed ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Curriculum
When I'm involved, there is no typical day at the farm...and that goes for the invasive tegu at the 4-H Farm. I've known for a while there was a problem with invasive Argentinian black and white tegu in the agricultural areas in western ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, , Farm Management, Invasive Species, Livestock, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease
Gear up for the 7th Annual UF/IFAS Coastal Cleanup in Hernando County! Date: Saturday, September 16, 2023 Time: 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Check-in Location: 6340 Shoal Lind Blvd., Spring Hill Pre-registration: https://2023coastalcleanup.eventbrite.ca Each ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Coasts & Marine, Community Volunteers, Conservation, Events, Natural Resources, Recreation, Relationships & Family, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Wildlife, Work & Life
4-H is a youth development organization that offers a variety of projects that engage young minds in hands-on learning experiences. The core philosophy of 4-H projects focuses on experiential learning, empowering participants to acquire essential ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth
The essence of every thriving 4-H club is rooted in the principles of cohesion, collaboration, and a shared sense of purpose. Within each 4-H club, the focal point lies in nurturing essential team-building proficiencies, facilitating personal ... READ MORE
Category: Clubs & Volunteers,
A Guide for Dedicated Volunteers In the realm of shaping young minds, our dedicated volunteers hold the torch that illuminates the path of learning. As mentors and guides, their influence is transformative, and the journey they embark upon ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers
Saturday, August 19th is National Honey Bee Day. It may be a day off for some of us, but honey bees are busy all the time, gathering nectar for the good of queen and colony. And as they do, they carry pollen from flower to flower, playing a ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture