June 8 is World Ocean Day! The UN officially recognized World Ocean Day in 2008 to cultivate public interest in the protection of our oceans. I hope you celebrate by spending some time near the ocean and by learning more about the importance ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Events, UF/IFAS Extension
Children ages 7-13 are invited to attend “A Taste of Italy," June 13-17, 2022. During this fun hands-on program, they will explore plant life cycle through crafts and transplanting oregano. Free plants for participants at Levy County Libraries. Nature ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Horticulture
Another year another hurricane season! The season is June 1 to November 31, six long months. Are you ready for the season? When a hurricane or tropical storm hits, it could cause a lot of stress to you, your family and community. Are you ... READ MORE
Category: , Events, Horticulture, Natural Resources
Today, June 3rd is the United Nations World Bicycle Day. Being an extremely passionate cyclist, I decided to write a blog post to share, not only the benefits that riding a bike has brought to my life, but the positive impact it can have on ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Events, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Health & Nutrition, Recreation, Work & Life
Panama City will be abuzz with bee enthusiasts when the University of Florida’s Bee College returns to the Florida Panhandle this summer. The two-day educational experience for beginner to advanced beekeepers will be at the Florida State ... READ MORE
Category: Events, UF/IFAS Extension
Hurricane season is here and preparing for the 2022 hurricane season is more challenging than ever due to a prediction of an above-normal season, supply chain issues, and raising supply and fuel costs. To combat these challenges, it is important ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Disaster Preparation, Events, Home Landscapes, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension,
4-H Summer programs for youth from 5-18.2022 summer adventures for you!Meat My Grill Tailgate Campo May 31st – June 3, 2022o Youth ages 11 as of September 1, 2021 o Location: UF/IFAS Extension Bay County 2728 East 14th Street, PCo Register: ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Events, UF/IFAS Extension,
Esta semana es la Semana Nacional de Navegación Segura (del 21 al 27 de mayo). Este evento es parte de una campaña de seguridad dirigida por el Programa Nacional de Seguridad en la Navegación Recreativa. Este programa, desde su creación ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Events, Natural Resources, Recreation, Water, Work & Life
This week is the National Safe Boating Week (May 21-27). This event is part of a boating safety campaign led by the National Recreational Boating Safety Program. Since its creation in 1971 by the United States Congress, through education, this ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Events, Health & Nutrition, Natural Resources, Recreation, Water, Work & Life
UF/IFAS Extension Baker County is now accepting applications for the 2022 Master Gardener Volunteer Training Course. WHO ARE THE MASTER GARDENERS? Master Gardeners are volunteer educators of the horticultural arts and sciences. With training ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Home Landscapes, Work & Life