We all know the saying that every building needs a solid foundation to stand strong. However, it is seldom noted that the framework is also crucial in supporting the interconnected parts that carry the building's load. The same can be said for the youth in our community. Having a good foundation is just the start.

Listen in as Nancy, our 4-H Youth Development Program Assistant, shares her experience with her co-host, 4-H alum, and daughter, Claire. Learn from the perspectives of both the parent and the child on how being raised in 4-H helped build a solid framework of skills that are being used well into adulthood.

Resources

4-H Team Judging - Winning at Life Skills

Kansas 4-H Photography Judging Contest

Horse Judging - Kansas 4-H

Interested in joining 4-H, or simply learning more about it?

4-H of Douglas County Program Area Web Page

We hope you have "grown" fond of our weekly podcasts. If not, perhaps this wonderful new episode can help you change your mind! Our Horticulture and Natural Resources Agent, Sharon, and our Agriculture and Horticulture Program Assistant, Niki, host another episode of Beyond the Bloom. This time they are sharing information about a potential new fun hobby for some and interesting facts/tips for others! Listen in to learn more about the value and charm of collecting, cleaning, and sowing seeds!

Resources

Rutgers Cooperative Extension - Native Plant Seed Propagation

Vinland Valley Nursery Demonstration Video

Collecting and Sewing Seeds for Beginners - Article by Sharon Ashworth

Prairie Moon Nursery stratification methods

Learn More About Your Local Extension Unit

Lawn and Garden Program Area Web Page

Natural Resources Program Area Web Page

Horticulture and Natural Resources News and Event Web Page

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Your favorite Health and Wellness friends are back. Listen in as Kaitlyn and Ginny discuss simple yet important ways to safely prepare food for large gatherings. What should be left out at room temperature? How long should I let this thaw? Should my out-of-state relatives bring food? What are the "must-have" tools for food prep? They have the answers, resources, and more on this week's Thriving Together!

Hosts

Kaitlyn Peine, Community Health and Wellness Extension Agent

Ginny Barnard, LiveWell of Douglas County Executive Director

Douglas County Community Health and Wellness Web Page and Resources

LiveWell of Douglas County Official Website

Resources

• Leftovers and Food Safety
• Rapid Response Center
  • Thawing and Preparing Turkey Safely - Rapid Response Center Web Page
• At-Home Safe Food Handling: It's in Your Hands - PDF
• Food Safety Outdoors – Barbecue and Grilling Web Page
• FoodSafety.gov Website
• K-State Extension Food Safety
• U.S. Food & Drug Administration: Food Safety for Consumers

Upcoming local Extension Food-Based programming:

October 27 - Comfort Food Cooking Class Information and Registration

October 29 - Cooking for 1 and 2! Tips, Tricks, and Tasty Recipes