UF/IFAS Extension
Okeechobee County
Okeechobee County is located in South Central Florida. Okeechobee is home to a diverse group of agriculture industries. Okeechobee's populations has a large seasonal fluctuation. Lake Okeechobee fishing attracts visitors from around the state and country.
Contact
jdorriety@co.okeechobee.fl.us
(863) 763-6469
458 US Hwy 98 N
Okeechobee, FL 34972
Find Your Frugal: Five tips to help you save on hurricane preparedness expenses
About this series
Rising costs have brought on rising concerns. From grocery shelves to gas pumps, the ripple effects of the COVID pandemic continue to surface in economies worldwide
06/01/2023
2023 Water Ambassador Webinar Series
The Water Ambassador lunch and learn webinar series is back for 2023!
Join UF/IFAS Extension for the Virtual Water Ambassador lunch and learn webinar series. The Water Ambassador Program is an educational partnership between Martin County and UF/IFAS Extension that unites and empowers residents who have an interest in protecting local waterways and giving back to their communities
02/20/2023
‘Near Normal’ Hurricane Season Means Take All Precautions
The 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season begins June 1. Are you ready?
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is predicting a "near normal" Atlantic Hurricane Season this year
05/30/2023
Strong People Strength Training Program
Strength training is not just for bodybuilders - it's for everyone! Come join us and learn how to properly use dumbbells and have fun too!
Classes include resistance training, balance training, and flexibility exercises. This is a 6-week program that meets 2 times each week
06/02/2023
Eliminating Credit Card Debt
Eliminating expensive credit card debt means more money to improve quality of life and less toward interest payments. It can also bring stress relief
06/02/2023
All About Saturated Fat
Saturated fat is a type of dietary fat that can be harmful to your heart and blood vessels. Not all fats are the same
06/02/2023
Florida Land Steward Update, June 2, 2023
HURRICANE SEASON IS HERE
Hurricane season officially began yesterday, June 1. It's a good idea to have some of the business and tax details associated with your forest enterprise in order before the storms
06/02/2023