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School gardens: The new “in” thing for schools
Published on October 19, 2015
Research is proving the value of school gardens in and out of the classroom. Join us March 11-12, 2016, for a training that features a new curriculum to use in schools and other programs. -
Eleven Michigan youth participate in the 2015 National 4-H Dairy Conference
Published on October 15, 2015
The National 4-H Dairy Conference provides youth with a unique leadership experience and nation-wide dairy industry contacts. -
Students help experts track an endangered dragonfly
Published on October 13, 2015
Hunting for the Hine’s emerald dragonfly with Great Lakes scientists offers an equally rare learning opportunity for Rogers City students. -
Students promote Lake Huron biodiversity during Charity Island excursion
Published on October 13, 2015
Au Gres-Sims elementary students team up with Great Lakes scientists to monitor threatened pitcher’s thistle and invasive phragmites plant populations on Charity Island. -
Helping youth succeed in science – Part 3: Developing and using models
Published on October 9, 2015
Successful scientists develop and use models to convey ideas. -
Dairy judging provides youth experience to improve life skills and global competencies
Published on October 9, 2015
One year later, Michigan youth look back at once in a lifetime experience at National 4-H Dairy Judging Contest held during World Dairy Expo. -
Poultry producers reminded to be on alert for avian influenza
Published on October 9, 2015
With fair season over, backyard poultry owners may feel the threat of avian influenza has weakened. To the contrary, poultry producers should remain vigilant this fall, learning about the disease and taking proper precautions to keep their flocks healthy. -
Kick off your committee’s success by starting with the membership
Published on October 8, 2015
Diversify your committee’s membership for greater success with these suggestions. -
Pumpkin carving: The history of the jack-o’-lantern
Published on October 8, 2015
Take some of the scare out of Halloween and research the history and legends of this fall tradition of carving pumpkins. Youth can gain a cultural education from a jack-o’-lantern. -
Tollgate Pumpkinfest offers fall family fun
Published on October 8, 2015
Enjoy a pumpkin patch, hayrides, cider and donuts, music, animals and more at the annual Pumpkinfest in Novi, Michigan, on Oct. 10-11, 2015.