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The Big Bend’s Next Economic Spark May Be Growing in 4-H

by Dr. Rachel Pienta
September 7, 2026

For many people, 4-H still brings to mind livestock projects, agriculture and county fairs. Those traditions remain important, but they represent only part of what modern 4-H offers. Across Florida, 4-H is a community-based positive youth development ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Curriculum, Events, Money Matters, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Teaching, WORK & LIFE
Tags: Business, Community, Economic Development, Financial Education, Workforce Preparation, Youth Entrepreneurship
Teen sits ate welcome table.

A New 4-H Year Begins in Wakulla

by Dr. Rachel Pienta
August 30, 2026

At the Wakulla 4-H Open House, the new club year did not begin with a speech. It began with music, conversation, curious questions and the unmistakable energy of young people discovering what they might try next. On Saturday, Aug. 29, close ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Clubs & Volunteers, Community Volunteers, Conservation, Curriculum, Events, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife
Tags: 4-H Clubs, 4-H Youth Development, Volunteers
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
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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

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