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Join 4-H!
Did you know that the 4-H Youth Development Program in Bosque County offers 12 different projects for youth to participate? Each project offers the kids a chance to learn new skills, practice those skills and then put them to the test at competitions with kids from all over Texas. 4-H teaches leadership, responsibility, service and citizenship through project experiences. The projects offered in Bosque County 4-H are Shooting Sports like rifle and archery, Food Challenge, Junior Master Gardeners, Livestock, Consumer Decision Making, and Agriculture Product Identification. Enrollment for… Read More →
Tips for Avoiding Zika
STEPHENVILLE – The mosquito-transmitted Zika virus is a potential threat to the health of unborn babies in Texas and other states, and the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service has stepped up efforts to educate the public on ways to protect themselves from this new menace, said agency entomologists. “While people enjoy outdoor activities and travel this summer, it’s important to remember that our first line of defense against Zika is to avoid being bitten by mosquitoes,” said Dr. Sonja Swiger, AgriLife Extension entomologist at Stephenville. “The Aedes aegypti and A…. Read More →
Food Handlers Certificate Courses
The Texas Legislature recently approved changes to the Texas Food Establishment Rules (TFER). The Texas Food Establishment Rules are in place to safeguard public health and provide consumers food that is safe and honestly presented. All food retail establishments in Texas are required to follow these rules. The recent revisions went into effect on October 1, 2015. A major change in the revision rules is a requirement that all food employees must complete an accredited food handlers training program within 60 days of employment, effective September 1, 2016. … Read More →
40 Gallon Challenge
Did you know that approximately 80% of the earth’s surface is covered with water? You might have heard that fact before, but did you know that only 1% of this is fresh water that we can use? The remaining water is 97% saltwater and 2% frozen in glaciers. You remember the water cycle from elementary school with evaporation, condensation, and precipitation? The water cycle is little more involved than that, but we know water moves in a never-ending cycle as nature recycles and reuses water. We need to… Read More →
Preserving the Harvest
Last week, I shared tips for freezing fresh produce to store your garden harvest. This week, I would like to share some tips about canning food. Canning is a great way to preserve food, and you can make some tasty treats for your family to enjoy all year long! If you plan to preserve garden produce this year, keep these canning and food safety tips in mind. Start with a clean preparation area, and use the best and freshest produce. Punctures or bruises in your produce can cause… Read More →
Food Preservation: Freezing Tips
I love summertime and the abundance of fresh fruit and vegetables. It’s always about this time of year that the old joke starts circulating about not leaving your car windows down when you’re at church on Sunday because someone may leave a bag of squash or other veggies for you. Gardens are overflowing with fresh produce right now! If you’re wondering what to do with the abundance, try preserving it! Home food preservation has been around for years and years as a way to keep fruits and vegetables… Read More →
Drink More Water!
As the temperatures keep rising this summer, don’t forget to stay hydrated! When you make your choice for a drink to keep you cool, try making water your first choice. A recent study from the Journal of Human Nutrition and Dietetics provides evidence that drinking water over other drinks can help control our weight. I bet everyone would raise a glass of water to that! The study looked at the eating and drinking habits of more than 18,000 adults between 2005 and 2012. The researchers found that people… Read More →
Child Heat Stroke
This week, the temperatures are expected to get hot! Be sure that you are taking care to prevent heatstroke. Children are especially vulnerable, so be sure to read up on these tips to prevent heatstroke, especially in the car. A child’s body temperature rises 3 to 5 times faster than an adult’s, making children more vulnerable to heatstroke. Heatstroke can occur at body temperature about 104 degrees. On a hot summer day, it would only take a few minutes for the temperature in your car to reach dangerous… Read More →
Summer Fun Days
Summer Fun Days Summer Fun Days are just around the corner! The Bosque County Extension Office is hosting Summer Fun Days every Tuesday in July from 8am-12pm. Registration is open for children in 3rd through 5th grade. We have some fun events planned for this year! July 5: Ranch Day at Flat Top Ranch – Learn about the neat history of ranching in the early days of Bosque County, and learn how to cook over a campfire. July 12: Trashion Show – Use your imagination to make a… Read More →
Lucky Clover Golf Tournament
Attention all golfers and 4-H supporters! The Lucky Clover Golf Tournament is coming up on Saturday, June 4. This tournament is the annual fundraiser for Bosque County 4-H, and it allows us to send our 4-H youth to leadership camps, state qualifying contests, and State 4-H Congress. The funds raised at the golf tournament also allow Bosque County 4-H to award scholarships to graduating seniors. The 18th Annual Lucky Clover Golf Tournament will be held at Bosque Valley Golf Course on June 4. The cost is $50/person or… Read More →