Tag: Florida 4-H

Worried about the summer slide? UF/IFAS experts share options to fuel young minds

by Lourdes Mederos
June 17, 2024

A well-deserved vacation from instruction and exams doesn’t have to come with the summer slide -- that time when summer learning loss can occur, according to the U.S. Department of Education. There are plenty of ways to engage kids ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Conservation, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Research, Wildlife
Tags: Ask IFAS, Citizen Science, Clover, Florida 4-H, Fort Lauderdale Research And Education Center, Inaturalist, News, Summer Slide, UF IFAS Extension, UF-IFAS, Workforce Development

Caterpillars of North America: Easily Identify 90 Common Butterflies and Moths

by Rolando Negron
May 28, 2024

Step into the world of caterpillars with Caterpillars of North America: Easily Identify 90 Common Butterflies and Moths, authored by acclaimed entomologist Dr. Jaret C. Daniels, UF Professor of Entomology and Director of the McGuire Center for ... READ MORE

Category: UF/IFAS Communications, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Butterflies, Butterfly Gardens, Caterpillars, Caterpillars Of North America, Ecology, Educational, Entomology, Florida 4-H, Florida Museum Of Natural History, Identification, Jaret C. Daniels, McGuire Center For Lepidoptera And Biodiversity, Moths, Pollinators, Rolando Negron, UF IFAS Bookstore

2024 Florida 4-H Month of Service

by 4-H: Voices of the Youth
May 10, 2024

Check out #FL4HServes on our sites below to see highlights from April: Facebook | Instagram There are no limits to the Florida 4-H Month of Service, a social media campaign that highlights 4-H'ers serving their communities. Living ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth
Tags: #4Hserves, Florida 4-H

Get Fired Up for National BBQ Month & Prep Like a Pro for the Florida 4-H Tailgating Contest

by Kristie Popa
May 6, 2024

Are you ready to turn up the heat and sizzle your way to barbecue glory? Well, hold onto your spatulas because National BBQ Month is here, and it's time to start refining your grilling skills for the ultimate showdown at the Florida 4-H Tailgating ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum
Tags: 4-H, 4-H Appropriate, 4-h Club, 4-H Project, 4-H Tailgating Contest, Florida 4-H, National BBQ Month

Five to be inducted to Florida 4-H Hall of Fame

by Chasity Turner
May 2, 2024

GAINESVILLE, Fla. – This fall five new members will join the prestigious Florida 4-H Hall of Fame. It is with immense pride that the UF/IFAS Extension 4-H Youth Development Program and Florida 4-H Foundation announce the 2024 class of inductees: ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth
Tags: 4-H Hall Of Fame, 4-H Youth Development, Florida 4-H, Florida 4-H Foundation

Volunteers are the Heart of Extension

by Andra Johnson
April 9, 2024

April 21-27 is National Volunteer Week. It's a great opportunity to celebrate the people who lend their time, effort and talents to make a difference in their community! In UF/IFAS Extension, we would be lost without our volunteers. They act ... READ MORE

Category: Clubs & Volunteers, Community Volunteers, Money Matters
Tags: Citizen Science, Florida 4-H, Florida Master Money Mentors, Florida Sea Grant Extension, National Volunteer Week, VITA

Beyond the Fence: Discovering the Secrets of ‘The Garden Next Door’

by Rolando Negron
April 2, 2024

On a warm summer afternoon, three curious children find themselves drawn to the vibrant life buzzing in their neighbor's garden. Birds chirp, bees hum, and butterflies dance, creating a symphony of colors and sounds just beyond their fence. ... READ MORE

Category: UF/IFAS Communications, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Teaching
Tags: Children's Books, Collin Pine, Florida 4-H, Florida Master Gardener Volunteers, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Garden Stories, Pollinators, Rolando Negron, Storytime, Tiffany Everett, UF IFAS Bookstore, Urban Gardens, Wildflowers

Making Money with 4-H – Financial Literacy

by Kristie Popa
March 31, 2024

Welcome to Financial Literacy Month with 4-H! As we celebrate this important month, we're excited to share valuable insights on managing money and maximizing earnings through your participation in 4-H, especially as many of our youth will soon ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum
Tags: 4-H, 4-H Appropriate, 4-h Club, 4-H Leaders, Florida 4-H

Showing Appreciation for Support – Writing a Thank You Note

by Kristie Popa
March 30, 2024

Congratulations on your successful fair participation! As you prepare to receive premium money, fair sale checks, and additional support from add-ons, it's essential to express gratitude to those who have contributed to your 4-H journey. Here ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum
Tags: 4-H, 4-h Club, 4-H Fair, Florida 4-H

Making a Meaningful Gesture of Appreciation – Presenting Your Buyer’s Plaque

by Kristie Popa
March 29, 2024

Congratulations on the successful sale of your 4-H animal! As you prepare to express gratitude to the buyer with a buyer's plaque, it's important to ensure that your presentation is thoughtful and meaningful. Here are some guidelines for presenting ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum
Tags: 4-H, 4-h Club, 4-H Fair, 4-H Project, Florida 4-H

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