Category: WORK & LIFE

Youth build a pasta tower during a challenge.

How trying something new helps youth build confidence, resilience, and life skills

by Dr. Rachel Pienta
July 9, 2026

A familiar moment in youth learning  In the Wakulla 4-H program, youth are invited into experiences they may never have tried before. They may learn to safely handle a chicken for a poultry show, light charcoal for a tailgating competition, ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Curriculum, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Teaching
Tags: 4-H Youth Development, Experiential Learning, Parenting, Zone Of Proximal Development
People attending a crowded informational 4-H event.

Wakulla 4-H Volunteers Help Youth Find Their Spark

by Dr. Rachel Pienta
July 2, 2026

Sometimes Positive Changes Start With One Good Idea and the Courage to Try It Community adults are invited to share skills, lead clubs, support events and build positive youth-adult partnerships In Wakulla County, a volunteer can be the ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Community Volunteers, Events, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: 4-H Clubs, 4-H Events And Activities, 4-H Youth Development, Volunteers
Group of people talking on a panel.

Prevention Before Intervention: A 4-H Community Pride Project

by Dr. Rachel Pienta
June 3, 2026

Guest Author: Lani Lopez-Logan The Wakulla County 4-H Community Pride Project took a powerful step toward youth awareness and prevention this year with “Prevention Before Intervention,” a teen town hall created by youth, ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Community Volunteers, Events, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, WORK & LIFE
Tags: Community Pride, Mental Health, Prevention, Service Learning, Stress Management, Teen Leadership
Youth and adults participate in a financial education workshop.

Future Leaders Gather for First 4-H Teen Leadership Summit in Wakulla County

by Dr. Rachel Pienta
October 27, 2025

The leaders of the future took center stage at the inaugural Future Leaders of Wakulla 4-H Teen Leadership Summit, hosted by Wakulla 4-H at the Extension Office in Crawfordville October 13, 2025. The one-day event welcomed over 40 participants ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Curriculum, Money Matters, UF/IFAS Extension, WORK & LIFE
Tags: 4-H Youth Development, Citizenship And Leadership, FAMU, Living On My Own, Panhandle 4-H, Workforce Preparation
Haybales in front of building.

The 4-H Haybale Decorating Contest is Back!

by Dr. Rachel Pienta
August 18, 2025

Since 2021, Wakulla 4-H has invited the community to participate in annual Haybale Decorating Contest. The contest is always held to coincide with National 4-H Week, October 5 -11, 2025.  The theme for the week is "Beyond Ready". The week ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Community Volunteers, Events, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, WORK & LIFE
Tags: Contest, Decorating, Haybale, National 4-H Week, Panhandle 4-H
People interacting at an information table.

Time to Enroll in Wakulla 4-H for the 2025-2026 Program Year!

by Dr. Rachel Pienta
August 11, 2025

Wakulla 4-H is a year-round youth development program serving school-age children ages 5 to 18.  From September to May, youth participate in community-based clubs as well as school enrichment programs. In the summer months, youth have opportunities ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Community Volunteers, Curriculum, Events, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: 4-H Clubs, Open House, UF/IFAS Wakulla, Volunteers

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