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Blog Post By: Payton W., Clay County 4-H Member I believe that one kid can make a difference. I think this because I am a kid and I have started to make a difference in my community. This year, I started a new community service project that has allowed me to leave a permanent mark [&#8230;]

Blog Post By: Payton W., Clay County 4-H Member
<figure id="attachment_2533" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-2533" style="width: 217px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><a href="https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/clayco/files/2024/04/Screenshot_20240426_201436_Gallery.jpg"><img decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" class="wp-image-2533 size-medium lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" alt="4-Her with Kindness Rocks Garden Sign" width="217" height="300" data-src="https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/clayco/files/2024/04/Screenshot_20240426_201436_Gallery-217x300.jpg"></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-2533" class="wp-caption-text">Payton, a Clay County 4-H member, in front of the Kindness Rocks Garden at the Extension Office.</figcaption></figure>
I believe that one kid can make a difference. I think this because I am a kid and I have started to make a difference in my community. This year, I started a new community service project that has allowed me to leave a permanent mark in my community. If you take a trip down to the UF IFAS Clay County Extension Office, you will find a rock garden filled with inspirational quotes and happy messages. This rock garden is open to community members who would like to leave a rock to spread kindness or take a rock if they need a little pick-me-up. With the help of other 4-H members, I was able to paint about 100 rocks to be placed in the garden. I then worked with County Extension Director Annie Wallau and Clay County Master Gardeners to set up my rock garden right here in my hometown.
<figure id="attachment_2531" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-2531" style="width: 260px" class="wp-caption alignright"><a href="https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/clayco/files/2024/04/20240426_201827.jpg"><img decoding="async" class="size-medium wp-image-2531 lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" alt="Kindness Rock Garden" width="260" height="300" data-src="https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/clayco/files/2024/04/20240426_201827-260x300.jpg"></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-2531" class="wp-caption-text">Kindness Rock Garden at Clay County Extension Office.</figcaption></figure>
Throughout my years in 4-H, I have been able to volunteer with organizations like Vintage Market Days of Jacksonville, the Clay County Fair, Florida Farm Bureau, and the Green Cove Springs Food Pantry. Volunteering has taught me about the importance of giving back to my community. I enjoy working with others and learning new skills that I will be able to use throughout my life. My opportunities to publicly speak and talk with community members has helped me to build confidence and reach my personal goals. I hope to establish more rock gardens throughout Clay County to spread kindness, inspiration, and beauty. These rock gardens can make a difference in someone&#8217;s life by helping their attitude and overall mental health. I hope by doing these things in my community that I will inspire other kids to make a difference.

Blog Post By: Payton W., Clay County 4-H Member
Payton, a Clay County 4-H member, in front of the Kindness Rocks Garden at the Extension Office.
I believe that one kid can make a difference. I think this because I am a kid and I have started to make a difference in my community. This year, I started a new community service project that has allowed me to leave a permanent mark in my community. If you take a trip down to the UF IFAS Clay County Extension Office, you will find a rock garden filled with inspirational quotes and happy messages. This rock garden is open to community members who would like to leave a rock to spread kindness or take a rock if they need a little pick-me-up. With the help of other 4-H members, I was able to paint about 100 rocks to be placed in the garden. I then worked with County Extension Director Annie Wallau and Clay County Master Gardeners to set up my rock garden right here in my hometown.
Kindness Rock Garden at Clay County Extension Office.
Throughout my years in 4-H, I have been able to volunteer with organizations like Vintage Market Days of Jacksonville, the Clay County Fair, Florida Farm Bureau, and the Green Cove Springs Food Pantry. Volunteering has taught me about the importance of giving back to my community. I enjoy working with others and learning new skills that I will be able to use throughout my life. My opportunities to publicly speak and talk with community members has helped me to build confidence and reach my personal goals. I hope to establish more rock gardens throughout Clay County to spread kindness, inspiration, and beauty. These rock gardens can make a difference in someone’s life by helping their attitude and overall mental health. I hope by doing these things in my community that I will inspire other kids to make a difference.

Blog Post By: Payton W., Clay County 4-H Member I believe that one kid can make a difference. I think this because I am a kid and I have started to make a difference in my community. This year, I started a new community service project that has allowed me to leave a permanent mark […]

Kindness Rocks in Clay County

In February, the UF/IFAS Extension Clay County Master Gardeners and Horticulture Agent have plenty of opportunities for you to learn and increase your gardening skills! Here are some upcoming classes and events. UF/IFAS Extension Clay County Master Gardener Volunteers host a help desk every month of the Orange Park Farmers Market at the Orange Park [&#8230;]

In February, the UF/IFAS Extension Clay County Master Gardeners and Horticulture Agent have plenty of opportunities for you to learn and increase your gardening skills! Here are some upcoming classes and events.
<ul>
<li>UF/IFAS Extension Clay County Master Gardener Volunteers host a help desk every month of the Orange Park Farmers Market at the Orange Park Town Hall at the corner of Kingsley and Route 17. The event runs from 10am to 3pm and it is usually held on the first Sunday of each month. Come visit us on Sunday February 4th with your plant questions!</li>
<li>On February 20th, Wayne Hobbs will be teaching &#8220;Horticulture Happy Hour: Citrus&#8221; at our office from 6pm to 8pm. This will include learning about growing citrus in Florida, it&#8217;s importance to our state, and then how to use citrus to create delicious beverages. This includes sampling citrus juices, mocktails, and some infused simple syrup to take home and try. Tickets are $15 and available at <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/horticulture-happy-hour-citrus-tickets-796953909597?aff=oddtdtcreator">https://www.eventbrite.com/e/horticulture-happy-hour-citrus-tickets-796953909597?aff=oddtdtcreator</a>  .</li>
<li>On Monday, February 26th we are also hosting our monthly How-To workshop at our office from 11:30am to 12:30pm. The topic for February is &#8220;How to Control Weeds&#8221; and this event is free to attend at our office at 2463 SR16W, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043.</li>
<li>Online courses are also becoming available, with the first being &#8220;Florida Vegetable Gardening for Beginners&#8221;. This fully online class will teach you how to plan and care for a vegetable garden in Northeast Florida. To register, visit <a href="https://ifas-clay.catalog.instructure.com/courses/florida-vegetable-gardening-for-beginners">https://ifas-clay.catalog.instructure.com/courses/florida-vegetable-gardening-for-beginners</a> , this is a self-paced course with a $10 fee.</li>
</ul>
Also, while not being directly hosted by our office our volunteers and agent are out teaching throughout the community throughout the year. This includes Garden Clubs, Day of Gardening events, other Master Gardener groups, and in different social and community clubs. If you would like to inquire about having a speaker at your next gardening related event, please reach out to Wayne Hobbs at whhobbs@ufl.edu. Happy gardening!

In February, the UF/IFAS Extension Clay County Master Gardeners and Horticulture Agent have plenty of opportunities for you to learn and increase your gardening skills! Here are some upcoming classes and events.
UF/IFAS Extension Clay County Master Gardener Volunteers host a help desk every month of the Orange Park Farmers Market at the Orange Park Town Hall at the corner of Kingsley and Route 17. The event runs from 10am to 3pm and it is usually held on the first Sunday of each month. Come visit us on Sunday February 4th with your plant questions!
On February 20th, Wayne Hobbs will be teaching “Horticulture Happy Hour: Citrus” at our office from 6pm to 8pm. This will include learning about growing citrus in Florida, it’s importance to our state, and then how to use citrus to create delicious beverages. This includes sampling citrus juices, mocktails, and some infused simple syrup to take home and try. Tickets are $15 and available at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/horticulture-happy-hour-citrus-tickets-796953909597?aff=oddtdtcreator  .
On Monday, February 26th we are also hosting our monthly How-To workshop at our office from 11:30am to 12:30pm. The topic for February is “How to Control Weeds” and this event is free to attend at our office at 2463 SR16W, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043.
Online courses are also becoming available, with the first being “Florida Vegetable Gardening for Beginners”. This fully online class will teach you how to plan and care for a vegetable garden in Northeast Florida. To register, visit https://ifas-clay.catalog.instructure.com/courses/florida-vegetable-gardening-for-beginners , this is a self-paced course with a $10 fee.
Also, while not being directly hosted by our office our volunteers and agent are out teaching throughout the community throughout the year. This includes Garden Clubs, Day of Gardening events, other Master Gardener groups, and in different social and community clubs. If you would like to inquire about having a speaker at your next gardening related event, please reach out to Wayne Hobbs at whhobbs@ufl.edu. Happy gardening!

In February, the UF/IFAS Extension Clay County Master Gardeners and Horticulture Agent have plenty of opportunities for you to learn and increase your gardening skills! Here are some upcoming classes and events. UF/IFAS Extension Clay County Master Gardener Volunteers host a help desk every month of the Orange Park Farmers Market at the Orange Park […]

Horticulture Workshops and Events- February 2024

Come out of the cold and rainy weather this January to learn more about horticulture with the UF/IFAS Extension Clay County and our amazing Master Gardener Volunteers . Here are some of our available workshops this month: Homeowner Hydroponics: Learn about how to start and manage your own hydroponic systems in this fun workshop, you [&#8230;]

Come out of the cold and rainy weather this January to learn more about horticulture with the UF/IFAS Extension Clay County and our amazing Master Gardener Volunteers . Here are some of our available workshops this month:
<ol>
<li>Homeowner Hydroponics: Learn about how to start and manage your own hydroponic systems in this fun workshop, you even get to take a simple system home to get started. The event will take place on Wednesday January 24th from 5:30pm until 7:00pm. The deadline to register is January 17th and the cost is $35 per person or $45 per couple of attendees if taking home 1 kit. For more information and to register visit: <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/copy-of-homeowner-hydroponics-hybrid-course-tickets-777893930687?aff=ebdssbdestsearch">Copy of Homeowner Hydroponics Hybrid Course Tickets, Wed, Jan 24, 2024 at 5:30 PM | Eventbrite</a></li>
<li>Monthly How-To Series: This January 22nd from 11:30am to 12:30pm learn how to properly prune as part of our Monthly How-To Series taught by the UF/IFAS Extension Clay County Master Gardeners. There is no pre-registration needed for this event.</li>
<li>Master Gardener Volunteer Library Series: On January 23rd at 6:00pm there will be workshop entitled “Year Round Herbs Using Containers” at the Middleburg-Clay Hill Library.</li>
<li>While not in January, we do have our annual Day of Education event on Friday, February 2nd from 8:30am until 3:30pm. This day of workshops and speakers will have three main lectures as well you a choice of 2 of 6 different workshops to help build your knowledge and skill as a gardener. This event is designed for novice gardeners and those new to gardening in Florida. Registration is $20 and refreshments are provided. We do ask participants to please bring a lunch. Registration is available at <a href="https://ufl.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0jmxgT64OYsmato">https://ufl.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0jmxgT64OYsmato</a> and payment is due by January 25th.</li>
</ol>
Unless noted, all classes are hosted at our office at 2463 SR 16W, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043. If you have any questions, please reach out to (904)284-6355 or <a href="mailto:whhobbs@ufl.edu">whhobbs@ufl.edu</a>. We hope to see you at a class or workshop soon!

Come out of the cold and rainy weather this January to learn more about horticulture with the UF/IFAS Extension Clay County and our amazing Master Gardener Volunteers . Here are some of our available workshops this month:
Homeowner Hydroponics: Learn about how to start and manage your own hydroponic systems in this fun workshop, you even get to take a simple system home to get started. The event will take place on Wednesday January 24th from 5:30pm until 7:00pm. The deadline to register is January 17th and the cost is $35 per person or $45 per couple of attendees if taking home 1 kit. For more information and to register visit: Copy of Homeowner Hydroponics Hybrid Course Tickets, Wed, Jan 24, 2024 at 5:30 PM | Eventbrite
Monthly How-To Series: This January 22nd from 11:30am to 12:30pm learn how to properly prune as part of our Monthly How-To Series taught by the UF/IFAS Extension Clay County Master Gardeners. There is no pre-registration needed for this event.
Master Gardener Volunteer Library Series: On January 23rd at 6:00pm there will be workshop entitled “Year Round Herbs Using Containers” at the Middleburg-Clay Hill Library.
While not in January, we do have our annual Day of Education event on Friday, February 2nd from 8:30am until 3:30pm. This day of workshops and speakers will have three main lectures as well you a choice of 2 of 6 different workshops to help build your knowledge and skill as a gardener. This event is designed for novice gardeners and those new to gardening in Florida. Registration is $20 and refreshments are provided. We do ask participants to please bring a lunch. Registration is available at https://ufl.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0jmxgT64OYsmato and payment is due by January 25th.
Unless noted, all classes are hosted at our office at 2463 SR 16W, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043. If you have any questions, please reach out to (904)284-6355 or whhobbs@ufl.edu. We hope to see you at a class or workshop soon!

Come out of the cold and rainy weather this January to learn more about horticulture with the UF/IFAS Extension Clay County and our amazing Master Gardener Volunteers . Here are some of our available workshops this month: Homeowner Hydroponics: Learn about how to start and manage your own hydroponic systems in this fun workshop, you […]

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