4-H Healthy Living

Healthy Produce
Meeting the Need
A new network seeks to increase access to affordable and nutritious food while supporting local farmers
The Carroll County Food Access Network was formed during the pandemic to address food insecurity and promote access to affordable, nutritious food whi... Learn More
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Sharing the Bounty
Seacoast gardeners plant extra rows of produce to help neighbors in need
Strafford County 4-H and Extension’s Nutrition Connections program began Plant a Row with 4-H as part of a national initiative to provide food pantrie... Learn More
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Mud, Smores, Self-Reflection, and Connection
A partnership between the Southeast Land Trust of New Hampshire and UNH Extension is working with school districts to get students outside to learn, play, and protect the land.
The University of New Hampshire Extension’s Health & Well-Being and 4-H Youth Development teams have partnered with the Southeast Land Trust (SELT) of... Learn More
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The Impact of Social Media on Youth Mental Health
UNH Professor Kelsey Boucher provides insight on how New Hampshire communities can minimize harm and promote positive social media usage for youth
The Surgeon General's report details risks of harm, the prevalence of excessive media usage, current gaps in knowledge and for the need for policymake... Learn More
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Plant A Row to Help Families Facing Food Insecurity in the Seacoast
Gardeners are encouraged to help fellow community members access healthier food
Plant a Row or Grow a Row initiatives exist in different forms and under various names nationwide. It is an effective and hands-on way to increase the... Learn More
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How Can Parents, Caregivers and Educators Support LGBTQ Youth Mental Health?
LGBTQ youth are four times more likely to die by suicide than their peers
Information regarding LGBTQ youth mental health and why they're four times more likely to die by suicide than their peers. Learn More
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The Impact of the Covid-19 Pandemic on Youth Mental Health
How adults and caregivers can provide support
Understanding the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on youth, and what adults can do to help. Learn More
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4-H Kindness Explodes In New Hampshire
In February 2021 a cohort of 4-H teens and adult advisors participated in the virtual 4-H National Healthy Living Summit.  Each year this Summit ... Learn More
Planting the Seeds for a Healthier Community
Plant-a-Row with Strafford County 4-H and Nutrition Connections Initiative
Plant-a-Row with Strafford County 4-H and Nutrition Connections Initiative Learn More
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National 4-H Healthy Living Summit Motivates Master Wellness Volunteers
Alice Breisch reflects on attending the 2021 Virtual National 4-H Healthy Living Summit
Alice Breisch reflects on attending the 2021 Virtual National 4-H Healthy Living Summit Learn More