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Boone County Cooperative Extension @boonekyext.bsky.social · 2d

Our 4-H Cat Club had a purr-fectly fun meeting this month. They learned all about cat anatomy, how cats were once mummified, and even made their own cat mummies.

Want to join? Contact Sandy Nguyen: [email protected]

4-H is free, open to all youth ages 9-18. For more info: boone.ca.uky.edu

Boone County Cooperative Extension @boonekyext.bsky.social · 2d

4-H Hobby horse combines the excitement of equestrian sport with the imagination of play. It encourages confidence and creativity while giving kids the opportunity to have fun building balance and coordination.
Contact Sarah Cecil at [email protected] for more info.

boone.ca.uky.edu/4h-youth-dev...

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Boone County Cooperative Extension @boonekyext.bsky.social · 2d

The Beginner Basics program, hosted by the 4-H Sew Unique club, was very popular this week. As new sewers learned the basics, other club members worked on their first project of the 2026 PY.

4-H is for ages 9-18, it is free to enroll. Find more info at: boone.ca.uky.edu/4h-youth-dev...

Boone County Cooperative Extension @boonekyext.bsky.social · 3d

There's still spots open for our Guided Bird Hike this Saturday! It is shaping up to be a brisk fall morning and perfect for learning all about birding and bird identification.

If you plan to attend please dress appropriately and register (free) at: ukyboone.pacecommunity.net/Event/ViewEv...

Boone County Cooperative Extension @boonekyext.bsky.social · 3d

With the help of Hanna, our Community Arts Program Assistant, and many amazing volunteers, our tables are getting a face lift! Well, at least a few of the tables at our Nature Center will be sporting a beautiful nature-themed painting.

Boone County Cooperative Extension @boonekyext.bsky.social · 3d

Our Master Naturalist volunteers had a great time at the School Days for Salt Fest. They shared information about our environment, upcoming events for youth, and led a fun fishing activity.

#environmentaleducation #cooeprativeextension #community #resources

Boone County Cooperative Extension @boonekyext.bsky.social · 3d

As a friendly reminder, practicing good sanitation can significantly reduce plant diseases next growing season. Clean your gardening equipment and tools to guarantee a healthy start to the new season.
Learn more at: plantpathology.mgcafe.uky.edu/sites/plantp...

Boone County Cooperative Extension @boonekyext.bsky.social · 4d

Today we went on a walk at the Arboretum. Leaves are starting to turn and there are even some fall flowers and berries cropping up! Be sure to get out in the next few weeks to enjoy all of this season's beautiful colors.

#horticulture #fall #autumn #fallcolor #healthandwellness

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Boone County Cooperative Extension @boonekyext.bsky.social · 8d

Getting crafty at the Nature Center! A troupe recently received their Nature Art badge with the help of our staff and some naturally sourced materials.
Are you interested in having your troupe earn a badge at our Nature Center? Contact Lacey Kessel at [email protected] to learn more.

Boone County Cooperative Extension @boonekyext.bsky.social · 9d

We still have space available for our Planner Hours program tomorrow! This is a great way to get organized in style for the holidays.

Registration is free: ukyboone.pacecommunity.net/Event/ViewEv...

Boone County Cooperative Extension @boonekyext.bsky.social · 10d

Registration is now open, please only register for one class:

10 AM time: ukyboone.pacecommunity.net/Event/ViewEv...

5 PM time:
ukyboone.pacecommunity.net/Event/ViewEv...

Boone County Cooperative Extension @boonekyext.bsky.social · 11d

The weather is perfect tomorrow to get out and explore nature! Our Nature Center is only open to the public for 3 more Wednesdays this year so be sure to hit the trails soon.

Open from 10 AM -2 PM. Located at 9101 Camp Ernst Road, Union KY

Boone County Cooperative Extension @boonekyext.bsky.social · 16d

Don't miss the Boone County Arboretum's Woody Plants & Landscape Symposium on Thursday, October 23, at the Boone County Enrichment Center.

Register: bcarboretum.org/events/wpls

#trees #nature #environmentaleducation #horticulture #arborist #landscaping #landscape #plants

Boone County Cooperative Extension @boonekyext.bsky.social · 16d

Visit our farmers' market to sample fall favorites and fresh new flavors.
The Boone County Kentucky Farmers Market is open 7 days a week from 10 AM - 5 PM. Located at 1824 Patrick Drive, Burlington KY. Be sure to stop by before the season is over, the last day of the season will be October 26.

Boone County Cooperative Extension @boonekyext.bsky.social · 16d

Leap into Civic Action!

Calling all young leaders in grades 9-11! Join the 36th annual 4-H Issues Conference to develop action plans and make a real impact. This is your chance to gain leadership skills, create meaningful change, & even apply for grants to fund your projects.

Boone County Cooperative Extension @boonekyext.bsky.social · 22d

Under the guidance of our Master Clothing Volunteers we saw many beginner sewers discover the joy of sewing by creating complete their very own Luggage Tag with Button.

Visit us at boone.ca.uky.edu for more great upcoming programs!

#extension #kentuckyextension

Boone County Cooperative Extension @boonekyext.bsky.social · 22d

Our #Horticulture Agent recently toured the Boone County Arboretum for native #nut & #fruit #trees. Participants learned how to identify various species & when to harvest.

Nut Tree Growing in #Kentucky: publications.mgcafe.uky.edu/files/id7#pe...

Pawpaw: www.kysu.edu/academics/co...

Boone County Cooperative Extension @boonekyext.bsky.social · 22d

Under the guidance of avid seed-saver, Katie Jesurun, participants of our recent Seed Saving program received hands-on experience learning all about harvesting and storing saved seeds.

#seedsaving #horticulture #agriculture #extension #gardening

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Boone County Cooperative Extension @boonekyext.bsky.social · 25d

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REGISTER (FREE) ONLINE: kysu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...

#webinar #jobsearch #extension #scams #ai #jobapplication #jobs #newjob #findingajob

Boone County Cooperative Extension @boonekyext.bsky.social · 29d

Congratulations to our 2026 Boone County 4-H Livestock Club officers. We're looking forward to another great year!

Is your child interested in joining 4-H Livestock? Reach out to our Laila El-Amin, at [email protected] to learn all about the program.
boone.mgcafe.uky.edu/4h-youth-dev...

Boone County Cooperative Extension @boonekyext.bsky.social · 29d

Participants in our recent hands-on #Mineralogy program got to learn all about #rocks. From testing with black lights to using visual observation they used clues to identify specimens from across the nation!

Visit boone.ca.uky.edu to learn more and see what upcoming programs you can join!

Boone County Cooperative Extension @boonekyext.bsky.social · 29d

Our floral design club had their first meeting of the new program year creating learning all about and creating beautiful kokedamas - or moss hanging pots.

There are still spots open for the October 8th meeting, register online at: ukyboone.pacecommunity.net/Event/ViewEv...

Boone County Cooperative Extension @boonekyext.bsky.social · Sep 25

In our "Build Your Own Bird Feeder" program, participants learned about different types of #bird feeders and the birds that use them. They also practiced their basic #woodworking skills to build their own feeder to take home.

Learn more about feeding birds:
kentuckyhortnews.com/2022/01/04/t...

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Boone County Cooperative Extension @boonekyext.bsky.social · Sep 24

There are still seats available in our next Digital Literacy program, Cord-Cutting Basics.

Register (FREE) online: ukyboone.paceoffice.net/Event/ViewEv...

Boone County Cooperative Extension @boonekyext.bsky.social · Sep 24

In this hands-on experience, participants collected Japanese Indigo leaves from the #dye garden and created a beautifully dyed silk bandana. With two different varieties of indigo present this year we had quite the range of natural hues!

#indigo #art #communityart #extension #dye #fiberart

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