10 Ways to Volunteer with 4-H
4-H offers many different ways for volunteers to get involved. No matter how much time you have, volunteering with 4-H makes a difference by helping youth grow skills and knowledge that last a lifetime. Here are a few ways you can engage as a volunteer with 4-H: Help...
Happy National S’mores Day!
Nothing says summer better than a gooey, yummy s'more! They are the ultimate summer campfire dessert. In celebration of National S'mores Day, we are sharing a history of the s'more, a how-to video, and recipe card with our readers. You can make s'mores the...
UF Summer Interns Serve Florida’s Panhandle
Did you know that UF/IFAS Extension and UF/IFAS College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS) offer an internship program to UF students? The internship program's goal is to benefit interns through a unique service-learning opportunity and mentoring by...
Now is the Time To Get Involved in the Florida 4-H Horse Program
Did you know the Florida 4-H Horse Program offers horse shows, horse judging, Hippology, public speaking, demonstrations, illustrated talks, quiz bowl, horsemanship schools, and even scholarships? September 1, 2021 starts the new 4-H year, and now is the time to get...
National Freezer Pop Day- How to make Freezer Pops
Summer is upon us and so is the heat in the Florida Panhandle. Schools are out and the kids are at home needing activities to do together. Homemade Freezer Pops are an excellent source of fun! These popsicles can be secretly healthy and taste absolutely delicious....
Exploring the Origin of 4-H
Have you ever wondered how 4-H came to be? 4-H has a rich history that started in the late 1800's (around the time of the civil war). The Morrill Act of 1862 gave each state in the US land for agriculture research and teaching. This established the land grant...
Ultimate Guide to a Safe and Fun 4th of July!
The 4th of July is one of my favorite holidays! Growing up it was the time that my family (even those distant cousins) gathered together for a weekend of fun, food, and fireworks. There is nothing worse than spending your holiday sick or injured, so we have complied...
Meet the Author – Julie P. Dillard
Hello, Northwest District 4-H family! My name is Julie Pigott Dillard, and I'm the County Extension Director and 4-H Agent in Washington County. Since 2007, I've worked with an amazing team of volunteers who have brought a wide range of expertise and projects to...
17 Ideas to Jump Start your 4-H Service to Communities
All 4-H members are encouraged to complete at least one activity or project that helps their community. Community service is usually a short-term project to help the community, whereas service learning is a longer-term project where youth identify a need, research the...
National Hydration Day- Tips for Staying Hydrated
In the Panhandle of Florida, we are starting to get into the heat of the summer. With temperatures soaring, your sweat is going to start pouring. It is extremely important to replace the fluids lost through sweating. In this article we will cover what hydrated versus...