UF / IFAS Extension Gulf County

UF / IFAS Extension Gulf County We provide scientifically based agricultural, human and natural resource knowledge that citizens use.

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The Gulf County Extension Office conducts research-based educational programs in agriculture, horticulture, family and consumer sciences, and 4-H youth development. Programs are designed to meet various age groups, economic levels and social situations. Programs of the Gulf County Extension Office are open to all individuals and groups regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national

origin, or handicap. General Information
The Cooperative Extension Service is a nationwide informal educational system created by the federal Smith-Lever Act of 1914. It is a partnership between state land grant universities, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the county governments throughout the nation. All of these groups share in the planning, financing, and operation of extension programs. Funding and programs are provided jointly by the federal, state and local government partners. Here, that's the USDA, UF/IFAS and the Gulf County Board of County Commissioners. The University of Florida welcomes your comments on our social media posts and encourages interaction among Gators around the world. We also encourage our community to foster respectful and vibrant online connections. Before you post, please consider the UF Core Values and review these UF Community Commenting Guidelines (β€œGuidelines”). We review all comments made and when necessary, we reserve the right to remove comments that are:

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πŸ”₯β˜€οΈ Summer is officially underway for Gulf County 4-H!Last night marked the first night of Tailgating Camp, and our yout...
06/03/2026

πŸ”₯β˜€οΈ Summer is officially underway for Gulf County 4-H!

Last night marked the first night of Tailgating Camp, and our youth got right to work learning grilling techniques, food safety, and cooking skills while having plenty of fun along the way. From firing up the grill to preparing delicious meals, participants gained hands-on experience and confidence that will serve them well all summer long.πŸ₯©πŸ—πŸŒ­

πŸŒžπŸ“… June is packed with fun and learning at Gulf County Extension! πŸ“…πŸŒžCheck out our June 2026 calendar and mark your calen...
06/02/2026

πŸŒžπŸ“… June is packed with fun and learning at Gulf County Extension! πŸ“…πŸŒž

Check out our June 2026 calendar and mark your calendars for upcoming 4-H activities!

πŸ“Œ Office Closure Reminder: The Gulf County Extension Office will be closed on June 19 in observance of Juneteenth.

🌱 June Gardening Tip:
Now is a great time to transplant boniato, ginger, roselle, and tropical spinach, and to plant seeds for chayote, okra, and southern peas.

For questions or to register for any 4-H programs, contact the Gulf County Extension Office. We look forward to seeing you this summer!

πŸŒžπŸŽ‰ Gulf County 4-H Summer Camps Are Here! πŸŽ‰πŸŒžGet ready for a summer full of hands-on learning, fun, and new experiences w...
05/28/2026

πŸŒžπŸŽ‰ Gulf County 4-H Summer Camps Are Here! πŸŽ‰πŸŒž
Get ready for a summer full of hands-on learning, fun, and new experiences with Gulf County 4-H! We have an exciting lineup of camps designed to help youth build skills, make friends, and try something new.
Find all the details and registration information here: https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/gulf/gulf-4h/gulf-4h-camps/ See less

Exciting morning for the UF/IFAS Gulf County Extension team as we officially kicked off the Panhandle Mangrove Honey Pro...
05/27/2026

Exciting morning for the UF/IFAS Gulf County Extension team as we officially kicked off the Panhandle Mangrove Honey Project! 🌿🍯🐝

With the help of Blue-Eyed Girl Honey, we placed 12 bee hives in the mangroves off the St. Joe Bay Buffer Preserve to begin researching whether bees in the bay will choose the mangrove blooms over other local pollination sources to create honey!

This project will help us learn more about pollinators, local ecosystems, and the unique potential for mangrove honey production in the Florida Panhandle.

A big thank you to everyone involved in making this project possible. Stay tuned for more from the hives!

A huge THANK YOU to all of the families who came out to our Gulf County 4-H End of Year Potluck! πŸ’šπŸ€We are so grateful fo...
05/22/2026

A huge THANK YOU to all of the families who came out to our Gulf County 4-H End of Year Potluck! πŸ’šπŸ€

We are so grateful for the support, encouragement, delicious food, and wonderful memories shared together. This year has been filled with learning, leadership, service, and fun β€” and none of it would be possible without our amazing 4-H families and volunteers.

Thank you for helping make this year such a success and for being part of our Gulf County 4-H community. We hope everyone has a safe and fun summer, and we can’t wait to see you all again next year! β˜€οΈ

πŸ―πŸ‹ Gulf County UF/IFAS Extension had a wonderful time at the Wewahitchka Tupelo Honey Festival! Our 4-H members stayed b...
05/17/2026

πŸ―πŸ‹ Gulf County UF/IFAS Extension had a wonderful time at the Wewahitchka Tupelo Honey Festival! Our 4-H members stayed busy making delicious honey lemonade and handing out samples to festival visitors throughout the day.

Visitors also stopped by to chat with our Master Gardeners, who shared helpful information about native pollinating plants and ways to support bees, butterflies, and other important pollinators in our community. 🐝🌼

The Gulf County Extension Office has officially moved and is now permanently located at:πŸ“ 502 E. 4th Street, Port St. Jo...
05/15/2026

The Gulf County Extension Office has officially moved and is now permanently located at:

πŸ“ 502 E. 4th Street, Port St. Joe, FL

We look forward to continuing to serve our community from our new location with Extension and 4-H programming, educational resources, and support for Gulf County residents. Please update your records and stop by to visit us at our new office!

05/15/2026

Registration is now open for Summer 2026 UF/IFAS Bee College, taking place August 14–15, 2026, in Bristol, Florida!

Bee College is a two-day educational event designed for beekeepers of all experience levels. Whether you are just getting started or have been keeping bees for years, this event will include opportunities to learn from experts, ask questions, and connect with others in the beekeeping community.

Join the UF/IFAS Honey Bee Research and Extension Laboratory for a weekend full of honey bee education, hands-on learning, and practical information you can take back to your own apiary.

Tickets are available now and can be purchased here:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/summer-2026-ufifas-bee-college-tickets-1984779436724

05/05/2026

Florida Teachers β€” Don’t Miss This!

Registration is now open for the 2026–2027 A Land Remembered: Where Cattle, Conservation, and Beef Come Together classroom program.

This free, standards-based 6-week unit brings Florida history, ranching, and conservation to life through engaging, ready-to-teach lessons and real-world connections.

Includes a live Virtual Ranch Experience with Florida ranchers.

Bring meaningful, place-based learning into your classroom.

Register your class today:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/R3CFNXgWiK

Photo: Bridget Stice, UF/IFAS

πŸŒΏπŸ“… Gulf County Extension – May 2026 Calendar πŸ“…πŸŒΏWe’ve got a full month ahead, and we’d love for you to join us! From rode...
05/04/2026

πŸŒΏπŸ“… Gulf County Extension – May 2026 Calendar πŸ“…πŸŒΏ

We’ve got a full month ahead, and we’d love for you to join us! From rodeo fun to educational workshops, there’s something for everyone in Gulf County this May.

πŸ“Œ Note: The Extension Office will be closed May 25 in observance of Memorial Day.

🌼 Plant Spotlight: Florida peperomia (baby rubber plant) thrives in shaded spaces and makes a beautiful, easy-care houseplantβ€”perfect for brightening your home this season!

Stay connected, get involved, and make the most of May with Gulf County Extension! 🌞

Address

502 E 4th Street
Wewahitchka, FL
32456

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+18506393200

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