Extension
It Starts With Us
Environmental and Technology Education
Addressing Environmental and Technology Issues
Madalyn Hale, Levi Berg, Shonda Johnston, Carrie Spry, Aubrey Lawson
Water and Soil Quality and Conservation
Wildlife Habitat and Damage Management Education
Health
Science, Engineering, and Technology
Clark County youth will learn scientific research techniques, responsible practices and innovative technologies that positively address science, engineering and technology issues in Kentucky and globally. Clark County Extension will expand its impact and extend its reach in science, engineering and technology by providing opportunities for hands-on scientific learning and discovery in addressing environmental and technology issues. People, animals and plants are dependent on our Earth’s natural resources. Everything from the air we breathe, to the water we drink, to the soil we use for food production---these resources are vital to our existence. Therefore, it’s important that we care for and respect these resources and increase technology related to the natural environment and technology practices along with conserving natural resources and protecting our environment for future generations.
Clark County residents will use scientific techniques, responsible practices and innovative technologies that will positively sustain the natural resources in the home, community and world
Clark County residents will utilize the scientific method to solve problems, youth will choose a career path related to SET
Decrease of environmental problems arising from the improper application of fertilizers and pesticides.
Clark County youth will use and apply the skills gained from 4-H SET, demonstrate and share new abilities related to SET with others, and practice the scientific method
Clark County youth will make decisions about their daily lives that positively impact natural resources, adopt practices to conserve and protect the environment
Farmers and homeowners apply pesticides safely and also implement integrated pest management practices,
Clark County Farmers and homeowners incorporate soil testing into their farm production, and home landscape/gardening practices
Clark County community members will be informed of better environmental practices and opportunities available to reduce waste, become more energy efficient and ensure safety for themselves and their families
Clark County youth will be introduced to their environment and learn the systems of the world around them
Clark County youth will gain opportunities for development related to SET programs and careers
Producers and homeowners gain knowledge of properly applying pesticides, and integrated pest management.
Farmers and homeowners will learn the benefits of soil testing, and how soil testing protects our natural resources
Outcome: Informed of better enviornmental practices and opportunies available to reduce waste, become more energy efficient and ensure safety for themselves and their families
Indicator: Continued and increased involvement in enviornmental educaitonal efforts
Method: Post Survey of Program
Timeline: Annually
Outcome: Youth will use and apply the skills gained from 4-H SET, demonstrate and share new abilities related to SET with others, and practice the scientific method
Indicator: Continued involvement in SET Programs
Method: Post Survey of Program
Timeline: Annually
Initial Outcome: Producers and Homeowners gain knowlege of properly applying pesticides, and implementing the integrated pest management approach to managing crop, livestock, garden, and landscape pests
Indicator: Program Participation, Survey Response
Method: Pre/Post Survey
Timeline: Each event
Initial Outcome: Farmers and homeowners will learn the benefits of soil testing, and how utilizing soil testing protects natural resources
Indicator: Program Participation, Survey Response
Method: Pre/Post Survey
Timeline: Conclusion of Each Event
Intermediate Outcome: Farmers and Homeowners apply pesticides safely following principles of Integrated Pest Management.
Indicator: Maintain or Increase Insect/Plant Past Sample Submission
Method: Track Samples Submitted
Timeline: Annually
Intermediate Outcome: Farmers and Homeowners incorporate soil testing into their farm, and landscape/gardening practices
Indicator: Maintain/Increase in soil sample Submissions
Method: Track Soil Test Submissions
Timeline: Annually
Audience: 4th Grade Students
Project or Activity: 4-H Environmental Camps
Content or Curriculum: 4-H Approved Curriculum
Inputs: Cooperative Extension Staff, Community Agencies, Schools, UK Specialist
Date: Fall
Audience: 4-H age youth
Project or Activity: 4-H Robotics Club
Content or Curriculum: 4-H Core Content
Inputs: 4-H Extension Staff/equipment/materials, 4-H Volunteer
Date: Monthly
Audience: 4-H age youth and adult volunteers
Project or Activity: Shooting Sports
Content or Curriculum: 4-H Core Content
Inputs: Clark County Extension Staff, Coon Hunter’s Club, Castle Farm, Annex, Certified Volunteers
Date: Weekly
Audience: Adults
Project or Activity: Private Pesticide Applicator Training
Content or Curriculum: UK Private Applicator Certification, KDA guidelines
Inputs: Extension Staff
Date: Spring
Audience: Adults
Project or Activity: Soil Testing Program
Content or Curriculum: UK Regulatory Services
Inputs: Clark County Extension Staff, UK Specialists
Date: As Needed
Audience: Adults
Project or Activity: Clark County Extension Field Day
Content or Curriculum: UK Specialists and Publications
Inputs: Clark County Extension Staff, UK Specialists, Community Groups/Organizations
Date: Annually
Audience: Adults
Project or Activity: Newspaper/Radio Articles
Content or Curriculum: Insect and Plant Pest Management
Inputs: UK Publications, UK media releases, Winchester Sun Newspaper, WKYN Radio
Date: Once each Month
Audience: Adults
Project or Activity: Spring Gardening classes
Content or Curriculum: Master Gardener, lawn, gardening
Inputs: UK Publications, UK specialists, Master Gardener volunteers, Extension staff, Clark County Public Library, Clark County Community Education
Date: Spring
Audience: Adults
Project or Activity: Winter School
Content or Curriculum: Protecting Soil and Water Quality, Natural Resources
Inputs: UK Publications, UK Specialists, Agriculture Professionals
Date: January
Audience: Adults
Project or Activity: Newsletter
Content or Curriculum: Landscape, Gardening, Agriculture Production, Wildlife Habitat
Inputs: UK Publications
Date: 3 to 4 times per year
Audience: Adults
Project or Activity: Wildlife Food Plot Workshop
Content or Curriculum: Wildlife Habitat/Wildlife Management
Inputs: UK Wildlife Specialist, Land Owner, Extension Agent
Date: Fall
Audience: 4-H Age Youth
Project or Activity: 4-H Natural Resources
Content or Curriculum: 4-H NRESci Academy Forestry Leadership program Forestry Day
Inputs: 4-H Extension Staff, State Extension Specialist
Audience: 4-H Age Youth
Project or Activity: 4-H Nature Club
Content or Curriculum: 4-H Core Content
Inputs: Extension Staff, Certified Volunteers, Local parks, trails, etc.
Date: Monthly
Author: Carrie Spry
Major Program: Agriculture & Natural Resources
Healthy living is one of three 4-H mission mandates and encompasses: physical activity, personal safety, mental health, addiction prevention, and diversity and inclusion. Clark County Agents were approached by a local Family Resource Coordinator who had conducted a survey of parents at the Intermediate School in Clark County. This survey determined that personal safety and safety education were a concern to many parents. On September 15th, 2023 the Clark County Extension Agents hosted a Progress
