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Greens Love the Cool Temperatures of Fall

by BLOGS.IFAS
December 21, 2015

By Les Harrison and Shelley Swenson The cool days and cooler nights of December have removed home gardening from the minds of many residents in Wakulla County. Much of Florida’s commercial vegetable production has moved to warmer counties ... READ MORE

Category: Natural Resources
Tags: 4-H, 4-H Youth Development, Agriculture, Children, Community, Education, Environment, Extension, Family, Farming, Florida, Food, Food And Nutrition, Garden, General Information, Greens, Grow, Growing, In The Garden Now, Lawn & Garden, Les Harrison, Master Gardener, Plants, Shelley Swenson, Sustainable Living, Wakulla Agriculture, Wakulla CED, Wakulla County, Wakulla Extension, Wakulla News, Youth, Youth Oppurtunities

Tips for Healthier Holiday Cooking

by Melanie Taylor
December 11, 2015

The holidays are often filled with time-honored traditions that include some of our favorite meals and foods. As you celebrate, think of little changes you can make this holiday season to create healthier meals and active days. An added bonus, ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth
Tags: 4-H Alumni, 4-H Club Group Activities, Citizenship And Leadership, Club Activities, Club Helps, Club Leader, Communication, Community Service, Confidence, Disease Prevention, Emotional Health, Essential Elements Of 4-H, Family, Family Friendly Recipies, Family Relationships, Florida Agriculture, Food And Nutrition, Food Safety, Food Science, General, Generosity, Gratitude, Hands, Health And Safety, Healthy Lifestyles, Panhandle 4-H, Parent Resources, Physical Activity, Responsibility, Service Learning, Tips For Parents, Volunteers, Youth Leadership

4-H Breads Project Leads to Life-Long Career

by brinkley
November 25, 2015

Many years ago, a young girl attended a 4-H livestock club meeting along with her brothers and her father, who was serving as the volunteer club leader. During the meeting the local county 4-H Agent paid the club a visit to talk to the members ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth
Tags: Bread, Confidence, County And District Events, Demonstration, Demonstrations, Food And Nutrition, Food Safety, Food Science, Jam, Panhandle 4-H, Parent Resources

It’s Turkey Time: Safely Prepare Your Holiday Meal

by BLOGS.IFAS
November 10, 2015

Photo courtesy of UF/IFAS Extension University of Florida By Shelley Swenson UF/IFAS Wakulla County Extension Whether you are a seasoned chef or a novice preparing your first holiday meal, make sure you know the safest ways to thaw, prepare, ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
Tags: Community, Cooking, Education, Families & Consumers, Family, Family And Consumer Sciences, Florida, Food And Nutrition, Food Safety, General Information, Shelley Swenson, Thanksgiving, Turkey, UF-IFAS, Wakulla, Wakulla County, Wakulla County Extension, Wakulla Extension

Packing a Healthy School Lunch

by Melanie Taylor
September 11, 2015

Packing the kids’ lunches for school means you know which nutritious foods they are eating. Here are some budget-friendly, creative ideas to keep kids happy and healthy at lunchtime. Make a “Smarter” Sandwich: While some kids prefer ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth
Tags: Disease Prevention, Family, Family Friendly Recipies, Family Relationships, Food And Nutrition, Health And Safety, Healthy Lifestyles, Panhandle 4-H, Parent Resources, Schools, Tips For Parents

What’s In the Garden Now — Tomatoes

by BLOGS.IFAS
August 17, 2015

By Les Harrison, UF/IFAS Wakulla County Extension Director and Clara Foran, UF/IFAS Wakulla County Family and Consumer Sciences Temporary Program Aide The hot days and humid nights of August 2015 are not prime for vegetable gardening. This ... READ MORE

Category: Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes
Tags: Agriculture, Bill Osbourne, Clara Foran, Community, Environment, Extension, Farming, Florida, Food, Food And Nutrition, Free, Fun, Gardener, General Information, Grow, Growing, Horticulture, In The Garden Now, Lawn & Garden, Les Harrison, Master Gardener, Natural Resources, Natural Wakulla, Plant, Plants, Shelley Swenson, Tomatoes, UF-IFAS, Vegetables, Wakulla, Wakulla Agriculture, Wakulla CED, Wakulla County, Wakulla County Extension, Wakulla Extension, What's In The Garden Now

Beat the Heat this Summer – Stay Hydrated for Health

by Melanie Taylor
July 31, 2015

Summer is in full swing and our part of the country is very hot. When the temperature rises, proper hydration is extra important. You need to provide your body with the fluid that it needs to stay healthy. Water regulates many different body ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth
Tags: Disease Prevention, Food And Nutrition, Health, Health And Safety, Healthy Lifestyles, Hydration Tips, Panhandle 4-H, Parent Resources, Physical Activity

Muscadine Grapes

by BLOGS.IFAS
July 29, 2015

Les Harrison is the UF/IFAS Wakulla County Extension Director Growing up in a rural area like Wakulla gives kids the opportunity to explore nature and learn its many benefits. Wild grapes may be one of the sweetest benefits of living in the ... READ MORE

Category: Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes
Tags: Community, Environment, Florida, Food, Food And Nutrition, Fruit, General Information, Grape, Grow, Growing, Les Harrison, Muscadine, Native, Natural Resources, Plants, Sweet, Trees, UF-IFAS, Wakulla, Wakulla CED, Wakulla County, Wakulla County Extension, Wakulla Extension, Wild, Wild Grape