UF/IFAS Extension
Nassau County
Nassau County Extension staff conduct programs in 4-H Youth Development, Agriculture & Natural Resources, Lawns Gardens & Landscapes, and Familes & Consumers.
Contact
nassau@ifas.ufl.edu
(904) 530-6353
543350 US Hwy 1
Callahan, FL 32011-6486
“Let’s talk about that”: Youth Mental Health First Aid
Mental health in youth is becoming a more common topic for families and professionals. How society, peers, professionals, and even parents handle the conversation with youth will heavily impact successful intervention and recovery
09/17/2021
New Diabetes Education and Walking Program – Egan’s Creek Park, Fernandina Beach Florida
Diabetes touches almost every part of your life. It’s a serious, lifelong condition, but there’s a lot you can do to protect your health
09/08/2021
What's Going on in Florida
Virtual Showcase of 4-H County Events 2020
As most Nassau County 4-H'ers already know, County Events 2020 has been postponed indefinitely as a result of the Covid-19 virus spreading around the county and the world. Unfortunately, all of the youth who worked so hard on their various presentations, photos and musical acts weren't able to perform in front of a live audience and a panel of judges
03/18/2020
The Rural Telehealth Initiative: Lowering Barriers to Health Care
For me, a visit to the doctor can be an inconvenience. Between fighting traffic, finding a parking spot, checking in and doing time in the waiting room, I usually have to carve out an hour or more of my day, all for about 15 minutes of quality time with the doctor
08/06/2021
10 Tips to Keep Your Restaurant Leftovers Safe
Life is getting back to normal, and more people are eating at restaurants. When you choose to bring leftovers home, there are fundamental ways to keep your food safe, so you don't risk becoming sick! If you plan to go to a movie or be out and about after eating at a restaurant, then you should skip taking the leftovers
09/08/2021
Certified Food Manager
A "Certified Food Manager" is one who has passed a written certification test, which has been approved by the Florida Department of Professional Regulation, which demonstrates a basic knowledge of food protection practices.
Food service establishments as defined in Section
09/07/2021
2021-2022 the Great 4-H Comeback
In December 2020 we were able to gather for our holiday celebration, but still with limitations. It was the first real moment we could see some light at the end of the tunnel
08/30/2021
The Solutions at Your Fingertips
The Growing County and Extension
What adventure will you get into today? Due to Nassau County’s diverse environments, you could enjoy a morning stroll along the beach followed by an afternoon paddling the St Mary’s River. Or, you could start your day perusing the local farmers’ markets, enjoying Fresh from Florida products, followed by an afternoon of gardening
08/30/2021
