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partially submerged alligator with green plant matter on its head and body

Container Gardening with Kids


April 14, 2020

When trying to find the perfect outdoor activity for children, consider container gardening. There are many benefits to kids gardening from the educational to the physical benefits. But one of the best things is your kids will love it! It takes ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Crops, Curriculum, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Home Landscapes, Home Management, Horticulture, Lawn, Money Matters, Relationships & Family, Work & Life
Tags: Container Gardening, Fruits, Gardening, Herbs, Kids, Nutrition, Plants, Raised Bed, Vegetables, Youth
Sunrise at the Range Cattle Research and Education Center (RCREC).

Tree safety tips


April 13, 2020

Trees add value to our communities. But our recent windy weather serves as a good reminder that storm season is just around the corner. Given the large size attained by some trees, they can become hazardous to people and property when the wrong ... READ MORE

Category: Disaster Preparation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Home Management, Pests & Disease
Tags: Arborist, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Hurricane, Palm Diseases, Palm Nutrient Deficiencies, Palm Pruning, Reslilient Landscaping, Storm, Tree Health, Tree Safety, Trees, Wind Resistant Landscapes

Homeshooling: Survival Mode


April 13, 2020

Have you ever heard the phrase, "momma needs a minute"? I am sure some of you are thinking momma needs more than a minute, as parents begin to juggle homeschool and work. Parents went from juggling homework, ball practices and family schedules, ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Home Management, Money Matters, Relationships & Family, Work & Life
Tags: Change, Coping, Family, Homeschooling, Kids, Learning, New Skills, Social Distancing

Project Pantry: Chicken Fried Rice


April 13, 2020

Do you love chicken fried rice? Make your own! This simple recipe is quick and delicious and can be on the table in no time with just a few ingredients. Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or Sesame oil 3 cups cooked brown rice ½ cup ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Home Management, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Cooking, Family And Consumer Sciences, FCS, Fried Rice, Pantry, Project Pantry, Recipe, Rice, Wakulla
Alligator halfway above the waterline

Project Pantry: Chicken Fried Rice


April 13, 2020

Do you love chicken fried rice? Make your own! This simple recipe is quick and delicious and can be on the table in no time with just a few ingredients. How to Make Chicken Fried Rice Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or Sesame oil 3 ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Home Management, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Cooking, Family And Consumer Sciences, FCS, Fried Rice, Pantry, Project Pantry, Recipe, Rice, Wakulla
Paynes Prairie wildlife.

Celebrating Earth Day’s 50th anniversary (with physical distancing)


April 9, 2020

April is known as Earth Month, and April 22 marks the 50th anniversary of Earth Day. This worldwide event is celebrated every year, and is recognized as the planet’s largest civic event. Earth Day is also credited with starting the modern ... READ MORE

Category: Community Volunteers, Conservation, Events, Home Management, Money Matters, Natural Resources, Work & Life
Tags: Conservation, Earth, Earth Day, Earthmonth, Energy, Environment, Events, Food, Home, Pgm_Sustain, Physicaldistancing, Resources, Sustainability, Volunteer, Waste, Water, Webinar

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