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Earth Day Celebration: Invasive Species Roundup

3/18/2025

3/18/25 @ 8:30 a.m. - This Earth Day, the Nassau County Extension Office and Board of County Commissioners are teaming up to offer an invasive species roundup.

Join us on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 from 9am-11am while we remove the invasive Kalanchoe from the dunes. Removal of this invasive species will help native plants and wildlife (like the gopher tortoise) thrive.

There is no cost to participate however an RSVP is required. Register at this link or by scanning the QR Code above. The event will start at the American Beach Community Center at 9am where Extension Agent David Herbert will lead you on a brief walk to the beach access on Gregg Street, identifying various invasive species along the way.

If you have any questions, please contact David Herbert at (904) 530-6356 or via e-mail at [email protected].

-Sabrina Robertson
Communications Officer

Registration for 4-H Summer Camps Now Open

3/17/2025

3/18/25 @ 6:00 a.m.

Nassau County 4-H has released their Summer Camp schedule! These local day camps are affordable and feature something for all age groups and interests. To sign up for any camp, please click here. Camps fill up quickly so don't delay!

Questions? Please contact the County Extension Office at (904) 530-6353.

-Sabrina Robertson
Communications Officer

Moving Plant Clinics

3/13/2025

3/13/25 @ 9:00 a.m. - In an effort to better serve residents, the Nassau County Extension will offer moving plant clinics this spring and summer. During these events, Master Gardeners will be there to answer questions and provide information on caring for your Florida landscape.

Questions? Please call the County Extension at (904) 530-6353.

-Sabrina Robertson
Communications Officer

February Garden Checklist

2/6/2025

The Nassau County Extension has released the February checklists to help you care for your gardens. The first attachment provides information on winter flowers that love the cold weather. The second attachment explains which vegetables to plant now for a late spring/early summer harvest.

If you have any questions, please contact the County Extension at (904) 530-6353 or via email at [email protected].

-Sabrina Robertson
Communications Officer

Cultivating Curiosity Podcast

1/31/2025

1/31/25 @ 11:00 a.m.

Have you seen today's News-Leader? The cover features our County Extension Director Dr. Taylor Clem and his podcast, Cultivating Curiosity. This monthly podcast focuses on the world of plants, allowing the Nassau County Extension to reach a wider demographic. Each episode is led by Dr. Clem and Alyssa Vinson, an Extension Agent in Hillsborough County and features guest speakers who are experts in their fields.

The first episode launched in January 2024 and has been becoming increasingly popular for listeners and the dedicated guest speakers who after appearing are being presented with new opportunities to further their professional development.

Cultivating Curiosity can be found on your favorite podcast app. You can also find previous episodes here: https://sites.google.com/ufl.edu/cultivating-curiosity/home

Screenshot of cover page of the Friday, January 31, 2025 News-Leader. Full story can be found at www.fbnewsleader.com

4-Her of the Month for January 2025

1/8/2025

1/8/25 @ 9:30 a.m. - Congratulations to Patience Dowling on being named the January 2025 4-H'er of the month for January 2025. A 3rd year member of 4-H, Patience has become very involved, serving as club secretary and helping in any way she can. She has also shown a dairy cow and dairy goat during the Northeast Florida Fair, however she is looking to expand her showing skills into other animals. Nassau County 4-H is grateful for her hard work and dedication.

-Sabrina Robertson
Communications Officer

4-H Seeking Fertile Chicken Eggs for Embryology Program

1/6/2025

1/6/25 @ 11:55 a.m. -

The Nassau County Extension 4-H Program is seeking fertile chicken eggs to inspire local youth through an engaging embryology project. This hands-on experience teaches the life cycle of a chicken while fostering an understanding of biology, agriculture, and responsibility. This school enrichment program reaches approximately 1,500 students annually in our local and private schools throughout Nassau County.

If you raise chickens and have fertilized eggs you would be willing to donate for this program, please reach out to 4-H Program Assistant Laura Marino at (904) 530-6353 or via e-mail at [email protected]. In-kind donation letters are available for tax purposes.

Thank you in advance for supporting the Nassau County 4-H program and Nassau County youth.

For more information on the County Extension Office and/or Nassau County 4-H, please visit:
https://www.nassaucountyfl.com/422/Extension-Service.

-Sabrina Robertson
Communications Officer

Youth Public Speaking Skills

1/3/2025

1/3/25 @ 11:00 a.m. - Nassau County 4-h is hosting a new, engaging program to help youth ages 8-17 improve their public speaking skills. The workshop will cover:

- The basics of public speaking
- Fun activities to help you feel more comfortable speaking in front of others
- And much more!

This workshop is free however an RSVP is required to secure your spot. Don't miss out on this opportunity to build confidence and life skills leading to leadership in a fun and supportive environment. To register, please click here. RSVP deadline is January 17, 2025.

What: Public Speaking Workshop
When: Monday, January 27, 2025 from 6:00-7:30 p.m .
Where: Yulee Extension Office, 85831 Miner Rd., Yulee, FL 32097

If you have any questions, please contact Spencer Hewitt at (904) 530-6353 or via e-mail at [email protected].

-Sabrina Robertson
Communications Officer

Now Accepting Youth Emergency Team Applications

12/20/2024

12/20/24 @ 1:35 p.m.

The County Extension is now accepting applications for the 7th Cadre of the 4-H Youth Emergency Team. This program trains youth using the FEMA approved Teen CERT Curriculum and 4-H philosophies instilling life-saving and critical thinking skills. The program consists of 11 Thursday evening and occasional Saturday sessions on local hazards, personal preparedness, and life-safety skills. All meetings are held at the Yulee County Extension Office on Miner Rd.

Applications are due by January 6, 2025 and can be found at: https://nassaufl.co/YET.

If you have any questions, please contact Kelsey Irvine at (904) 530-5365 or via e-mail at [email protected].

-Sabrina Robertson
Public Information Officer

County Extension November 2024 Program Announcement

11/7/2024

11/7/24 @ 5:00 p.m. - The Nassau County Extension distributes a monthly program announcement. Attached is the November 2024 newsletter that features information on County Extension and 4-H programs, agriculture and natural resources, family and consumer sciences and more. If you have any questions, please contact the Nassau County Extension Office at (904) 530-6350.

-Sabrina Robertson
Public Information Officer