Educational Programs

This is a list of the program areas and topics that are available or could be made available in Somerset County. For upcoming programs that have already been scheduled, visit our Events page!

4-H/Youth Development
Programs available

More about 4-H
Contact for Somerset County 4-H: karen.giles@maine.edu
Camp Opportunities: Blueberry Cove, Bryant Pond, Greenland Point, and Tanglewood

Agriculture
Programs available

Contact for Somerset County agriculture: extension.somerset@maine.edu

Gardening
Programs available

More about gardening
Contact for Somerset County horticulture: extension.somerset@maine.edu

Natural Resources
Programs available

Contact for maple: jason.lilley@maine.edu

Nutrition & Food
Programs available

  • EFNEP Nutrition Associates visit homes, schools and community groups to provide free practical hands-on education on nutrition, food purchasing, food preparation and food safety for families who are eligible to receive SNAP benefits (formerly known as Food Stamps).
  • Training programs for teachers and others who want to learn how to improve nutrition and increase physical activity in children
  • Pressure canner gauge testing

More about food & health
Contact for Somerset County nutrition: extension.somerset@maine.edu

Somerset County Extension Homemakers

More about Maine Extension Homemakers Council
Contact for Somerset County Homemakers:
emily.bofia@maine.edu