Is it possible to cook healthy, delicious food and save money on your grocery bill? Absolutely! Save Money When You Buy Local Produce Look no further than your local farmers market to save on fresh, local produce! Buying local fruits and vegetables ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Money Matters, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
By the time of mid-June, I had the privilege of touring a farm owned by the Sarasota County School District. Forty acres of land, and right in the center of suburbia, this farm serves to be one of the last examples of old Sarasota, Florida. Kate ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Camp, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Teaching
Are you looking to find more ways for you and your family to ex•plore all Sarasota County has to offer? From award-winning beaches to natural areas and trails, from mangrove tunnels to fishing holes, birding sites, gardens and more, Sarasota ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Events, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Work & Life
Banner Photo Credits: UF/IFAS Photo by Camila Guillen Introduction During my internship, I had the pleasure of joining a sea turtle walk along Manasota Beach. The walk was a permitted walk. Sea turtle walks help scientists tag, measure, and ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research, UF/IFAS Teaching, Work & Life
Hailey Jones Hailey Jones is the current agriculture teacher at Southeast High School in Bradenton, FL and recent graduate of the University of Florida. She attended college from 2022-25 and majored in agricultural education and communication. ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Photo Credit to kagysjewelrybox.com Steve Kagy Steve Kagy, a local business owner of Kagy’s Jewelry Box, is a Sarasota native and pillar of what makes 4-H in Sarasota ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Teaching
Have you ever wondered where our water comes from, the journey it takes, and how we treat it? Well, wonder no more. We're here to help! Previous blog posts have covered the topic of Sarasota's drinking water, going into detail about the ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
4-H: From Then to Now The Impacts of 4-H and Why You Should Get Involved Introduction Have you or your kids ever wanted to be a part of an organization that provides hands-on, educational experiences that will help youth become ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research, UF/IFAS Teaching, Work & Life
As a horticulture educator, I spend a lot of time talking about plants—how to grow them, how to care for them, and how those simple acts can be nourishing for us as humans. Gardening gets us outside, puts our hands in the soil, and reminds ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Forests, Horticulture, Recreation, UF/IFAS, Work & Life
Exploring Your Environment Camp 2024 An Exploration of Sarasota's Natural Environment Exploring Sarasota's diverse ecosystem is something you will not forgot. From its incredible wildlife to the stunning scenery it has to offer, everyone can ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research, UF/IFAS Teaching