How Do I... Find Events, Camps, Clubs, Training and More?
At UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County, we take pride in connecting with our community. In classes. At camp and clubs. With training and workshops. Through projects and programs and in many other ways. Here, you can find links to our latest activities. Like a composting class. Or an energy upgrade workshop. Or a hands-on summer camp for youth. Maybe a community gardening opportunity.
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General Interest
At UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County, helping you find solutions for your life is our mission. Backed by the expertise and research of University of Florida staff, along with Sarasota County and federal resources, we provide community initiatives, classes, and volunteer opportunities that help you build a better future.
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4-H Youth Development
Florida 4-H is the youth development program of Florida Cooperative Extension, a part of the University of Florida IFAS. 4-H uses a learn-by-doing approach and caring adults to help youth gain the knowledge and life skills they need to be productive, responsible citizens.
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Sarasota County 4-H partners with educators, volunteers and community organizations to provide area youth with hands-on learning experiences in citizenship, healthy living, science, technology, engineering, and math
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Agriculture
With an annual economic impact of tens of billions of dollars, agriculture is vital to the state of Florida. We provide relevant and timely resources to agricultural producers and others who need information about Florida agriculture.
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The Sustainable Agriculture Program provides resources to help producers develop food systems in Sarasota County that are prosperous, environmentally friendly, and socially responsible, while heightening consumer awareness. |
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Gardening and Landscaping
Florida's environment and climate present unique challenges for creating and maintaining landscapes, so we offer research-based assistance, information, and advice. Whether you are developing a vegetable garden, choosing landscape plants, seeking information about lawn care, or looking for the latest professional training, our resources can help you.
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The Gardens Program builds communities around food through experiential learning opportunities, improving access to healthy produce for residents and students while raising agricultural and nutritional awareness. |
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The Commercial Horticulture Program provides research-based information and training on the best practices to create and maintain large-scale, Florida-friendly landscapes, as well as the benefits of and approaches to urban forestry. |
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The Residential Horticulture Program offers research-based information to help create and manage appealing, Florida-Friendly landscapes that minimize the need for irrigation, chemicals and other maintenance that might harm the ecosystem. |
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Rain Barrel Workshops: Learn how to save money and resources, and protect our ecosystems, by collecting rainfall for use as irrigation water. |
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Natural Resources
To live in harmony with the Florida environment, we need to be aware of how our lives intersect with and affect it. We offer information about the animal and plant species that live here, as well as the coasts, estuaries, forests, swamps, lakes, hammocks, and wetlands that make our state unique, so you can enjoy—and help preserve—these treasures.
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The Chemicals in the Environment Program employs training and education that promotes responsible use of pesticides, cleaners and other chemicals to limit unintended impacts to human health and the environment. |
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The Ecology and Natural Resources Program offers programs to increase awareness of and connections to the county’s diverse natural resources, and to foster conservation practices that preserve the area’s natural capital. |
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The Marine and Coastal Program (Sea Grant) highlights and helps preserve the quality and abundance of shoreline and marine resources through education and hands-on experiences. |
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The Waste Reduction Program works with residents, businesses and community organizations to develop and implement waste-diversion strategies, recycling efforts and composting systems for a healthy, sustainable county. |
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The Water Resources Program uses education and citizen science to increase awareness of water connectedness to build a conservation ethic that will sustain and protect our water supply and preserve our quality of life. |
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EcoWalks: Stroll through and learn about some of Sarasota County’s most beautiful and environmentally sensitive preserved lands, with in-person, interpretive walks guided by our UF/IFAS ecology and natural resources educator and other specialists. |
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Wild Sarasota events provide information about a variety of wildlife species and related topics, including information on natural history, identification, unique characteristics or adaptations, conservation status, and more |
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Nutrition and Healthy Living
We know your life is complicated. That's why we have information about health and nutrition, money management, food, home concerns, relationships, and many other topics. Our resources can help you whether you are retired, a first-time parent, a teen, or someone in between.
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The Family and Consumer Sciences Program empowers residents to improve quality of life with training and information on healthy and sustainable living; food safety, nutrition, and preservation; and disaster preparedness. |
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The Family Nutrition Program helps limited-resource families in Florida access more nutritious food choices on a budget and adopt healthier eating and physical activity habits to reduce the risk of obesity and chronic disease. |
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Our “Age Friendly” events show you strategies to successfully navigate the challenges of aging and maintain a healthy, active lifestyle. |
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Disaster Preparedness: Being prepared for a weather disaster can save your life. Join us as we discuss ways you should prepare to stay safe. |
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Sustainability
Developing thriving, just, sustainable communities is a critical exercise around the globe, and, of course, in a rapidly growing Florida. We provide information addressing sustainable housing, agriculture, and communities to help residents, growers, business owners, decision-makers and a host of others across diverse social groups better understand and manage a broad spectrum of issues that can affect their quality of life.
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The Sustainability Program employs community programs, educational outreach, and government policy to help create and maintain a sustainable Sarasota County with thriving environmental, economic, and social conditions. |
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