Purdue Extension Floyd County

06/04/2026

Project Check-In for Floyd County 4-H'ers is TODAY!!

Judges will be available to speak to 4-H’ers during Hall Project Check In – Thursday, June 4th from 5-8 PM in Newlin Hall at the Floyd County 4-H Fairgrounds.

4-H’ers may bring projects anytime today if they do not wish to speak to a judge. Projects will not be accepted after 8PM.

06/02/2026

The Purdue Extension Floyd County office will be CLOSED starting noon June 2nd through June 12th. We are temporarily moving to the Floyd County 4-H Fairgrounds for the 2026 fair!

We will return to our regular office on June 15th.
If you need anything, please call our office at (812)-948-5470 or email us at [email protected]. All emails and phone calls will be returned as time allows.

06/02/2026

A Matter of Balance Brings Regional Impact to Fall Prevention and Healthy Aging

Health & Human Sciences Educators Tara Beckman (Harrison County) and Emma Finerfrock (Purdue Extension - Clark County/Purdue Extension Floyd County) recently completed an 8-session A Matter of Balance program in partnership with the Floyd County Family YMCA, building on the success of a previous Fall cohort that generated a waitlist due to strong community interest. The Spring session ran from April through May and reached a full cohort of 10 participants representing four Indiana counties, including Harrison, Floyd, Clark, and Washington, as well as additional regional participation from Jefferson County, Kentucky.

A Matter of Balance is an evidence-based program designed to help older adults manage concerns about falling and increase confidence in maintaining an active, independent lifestyle. Throughout the series, participants engaged in structured group discussions, gentle strength and balance exercises, and practical strategies for reducing fall risks in everyday life.

A highlight of the series included a guest speaker session with Alex Dilger, Physical Therapist, who provided expert guidance on maintaining mobility, preventing injury through movement and posture awareness, and demonstrated techniques for safely recovering from a fall when alone using a sturdy chair (pictured below).

Participants consistently shared positive outcomes, noting increased confidence in their ability to stay active, a more solution-focused approach to daily challenges, and greater awareness of how small adjustments in movement and home environments can improve safety. Many also emphasized the value of peer connection and open discussion around aging in place and maintaining independence.

Overall, the program fostered a supportive learning environment from week-to-week where participants were encouraged to take proactive steps toward safer, healthier, and more independent living while strengthening connections across county lines.

Purdue University Health and Human Sciences Extension

06/01/2026

Ticks are a common concern for homeowners, pet lovers, and outdoor enthusiasts, but questions about identification, prevention, and appropriate responses remain widespread. Medical Check out Medical Entomology Program Coordinator - Phurchhoki Sherpa's presentation from April 15 to learn practical guidance on identifying common ticks, reducing bite risks for people and pets, managing tick habitat around homes and recreational areas, and responding appropriately if bitten.

Ticks are a common concern for homeowners, pet lovers, and outdoor ...

05/26/2026

🚨 We’re officially ONE WEEK OUT! 🌙🦋

Next Friday, Purdue Entomology will be at Lapping Park for *Insects in a New Light* — a free after-dark experience where visitors can watch nighttime insects gather at blacklight stations.

And now there’s even more to explore 👀

Purdue Entomology has created an iNaturalist project so visitors can record and share the insects they see during the event!

📲 Join the project here:
https://tinyurl.com/InsectsNewLight

New to iNaturalist? No worries — they have great guides to help you get started.

📅 Friday, May 29
⏰ 8:00 p.m.
📍 Lapping Park
💲 FREE

Bring a flashlight and come see what shows up after dark 👀

05/22/2026

The Floyd County Extension Office will be closed Monday, May 25th in observance of Memorial Day. We will resume office hours Tuesday.

05/15/2026

UPDATE: Our Bat House Building workshop for Monday is FULL. All the available spots have been reserved.

05/15/2026

🚨 IMPORTANT 4-H DEADLINES - MAY 15TH 🚨

🍀 4-H Online closes TONIGHT at midnight.
This is a statewide deadline with NO exceptions. If projects are not enrolled in 4-H Online by midnight, they cannot be entered in FairEntry.

⏰ All FairEntry submissions are also due TONIGHT by midnight.

🐄 If any 4-H'ers plans on showing livestock at the Indiana State Fair, Animal DNA samples must be turned in to the office TODAY by 4:00 PM.

📧 YQCA Certifications:
Certificates must be emailed to Diane by midnight TONIGHT.

05/14/2026

Congratulations Lacy Schilmiller for being awarded the Indiana 4-H Foundation 2026 Accomplishment Scholarship for Civic Engagement! 🎉

Lacy is a long-time Floyd County 4-H'er and we are so proud of her! The Indiana 4-H Foundation recognizes scholarship recipients as members who have excelled in project areas through leadership, achievement, and life skill development. 🍀

05/13/2026

Need help entering projects in Fair Entry? 🍀

Join us for our Panic Party tomorrow (5/14) from 4:30-6:30PM at our office! We will be available to assist you in entering your projects before the deadline of May 15th. Livestock 4-H'ers will need to bring their Premise ID and all animal ID information with you!