University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H is set to offer an agricultural symposium for Maine teens on Thursday and Friday, April 18 and 19, at the UMaine campus in Orono.
This third annual event is an overnight experience for Maine youth ages 14-18.
Attendees will take part in experiential learning opportunities, engage with industry professionals, develop leadership skills, and connect with teens from around the state. Youth will participate in hands-on experiences at the Food Innovations Lab, Terrell House, and UMaine Diagnostic and Research Lab.
Current 4-H membership is not required. Assistance with transportation can be provided upon request.
The program is free; registration is required at the program website at extension.umaine.edu.
For more information or to request a reasonable accommodation, contact Alisha Targonski at 207-622-7546 or [email protected].
Receiving requests for accommodations at least 10 days before the program provides a reasonable amount of time to meet the request, but all requests will be considered.
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