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Beef and Buffalo Production The Fort Hall Reservation Tribal and non-Tribal members run approximately 10,000 head of cattle on the expansive rangelands of the reservation.  There is a great need for education in the area... 2 years 9 weeks ago Fort Hall Extension
Cherokee Farming and Gardening Cherokee FRTEP provides technical assistance to Cherokee farmers and gardeners. The annual garden contest grows in popularity each year. In 2006, 54 Cherokee gardens were in the competition. Over the... 2 years 10 weeks ago Cherokee Extension
Agriculture Choctaw tribal members have traditionally been an agriculture rich society. Even to this day, the Choctaw tribe takes in more than 400 applications for the tribal garden program each year. Producing... 2 years 10 weeks ago Choctaw Extension
Environmental Education Environmental education is a high priority for the Muscogee (Creek) Nation. The Extension Educator provided hands-on educational experiences for the youth within the boundaries of the Nation. The... 2 years 10 weeks ago Muscogee (Creek) Extension
4-H & Youth Development 4-H is a program that provides experiential learning for youth. Kids learn a skill, do a project and apply to a real life situation. 4-H programs provide an outlet for youth to experience many... 2 years 10 weeks ago Fort Berthold Extension
Natural Resources and Agriculture Extension strives to serve the ranching and agriculture communities, from cow-calf operations, horse programs, forage and cattle nutrition, to crops and horticulture. Programs have included; low... 2 years 10 weeks ago Fort Berthold Extension
Youth Development Youth development is a major focus of the FRTEP - Coeur d'Alene Reservation program. FRTEP is a partner in the school district's After School Success Center, and offers 4-H enrichment activities... 2 years 10 weeks ago Coeur d' Alene Extension
Agriculture In the Classroom Fourth graders from the Warm Springs Elementary School come once a month to learn about an ag. related topic. A live agricultural project provides a foundation for youth to learn about ag.... 2 years 10 weeks ago Warm Springs Extension
4-H Youth Development The San Carlos 4-H Program serves youth on the reservation, with traditional 4-H clubs, collaboration with community agencies, and school enrichment programs. Club programs include arts and crafts,... 2 years 10 weeks ago San Carlos Extension
4-H Youth Development The 4-H program has a long and proud history in Peach Springs. Members of the Buck-N-Doe club continue to raise prize-winning animals and vegetables. The office is also working with both tribal... 2 years 10 weeks ago Hualapai Extension
Agriculture The Peach Springs Extension Program has offered agriculture, natural resources, and 4-H youth development programs to the two Grand Canyon tribes since its establishment in 2002. After the Havasupai... 2 years 10 weeks ago Hualapai Extension
The Center for Cherokee Plants The Cherokee are the original farmers & gardeners of the southern Appalachian mountains in the United States. The 2 years 10 weeks ago Cherokee Extension
Backyard Ramp Patch Project Ramps are a native wild onion that grows in the Appalachian mountains and a favorite wild food gathered in the early 2 years 10 weeks ago Cherokee Extension
Community Education Programs Examples of Community Education Programs are the Smoky Mountain Beekeepers, Tsa La Gi Master Gardeners and the Cherokee Native Plant Study Group. Opportunities are for adults to participate in... 2 years 10 weeks ago Cherokee Extension
Agriculture in the Classroom in Indian Country Tribal youth are being challenged today by modern lifestyles that detach them from natural resources and traditional agricultural understanding. In addition, the Warm Springs Tribal Council is... 2 years 10 weeks ago Warm Springs Extension
2008 4-H After School Program 4-H programs across the country have been offering youth opportunities to grow in citizenship, leadership, and life skills for decades. The four “H’s”, which stand for Head, Heart, Hands, and Health... 2 years 10 weeks ago Wind River Extension
Veggies for Nevada Kids This program addresses the nutrition needs of Native American children and childhood obesity.  Project goals are to 1) increase awareness of and exposure to a variety of vegetables and fruits,... 2 years 10 weeks ago
Get Active Eat Healthy The Get Active Eat Healthy program addressed issues and habits that are contributing to an increased incidence of obesity and metabolic disorders among enrolled members and community members of Ft.... 2 years 10 weeks ago Fort Berthold Extension
Back to Basics Gardening Nutrition and Education In FY2005, Fort Belknap Indian Health Service Unit’s Ten-Leading Causes of Direct Outpatient care are all diet related diseases, such as diabetes, hypertension and cancer. In FY2006 Montana Vital... 2 years 10 weeks ago Fort Belknap Extension
Preserving Nutritious Foods and Food Safety With the prevalence of diabetes in Native American people and obesity problems nationwide there is a need across the country and locally to increase availability of fresh, nutritious fruits and... 2 years 10 weeks ago Flathead Extension
Agriculture - Where It Begins The Choctaw tribe is located in central and southern Mississippi. The vast majority of tribal members live in rural areas where exposure to agriculture and many of the state’s natural resources are... 2 years 10 weeks ago Choctaw Extension
Agriculture and Natural Resources Education This program seeks to identify and map existing needs and available resources related to species of significance to A.Iculture and the quality of the environment related to supporting sustainable use... 2 years 10 weeks ago Fond du Lac Extension, Leech Lake Extension
Advancing Horticultural Programming The Michigan Federally-recognized Tribes Extension Project (FRTEP) seeks to support the health, well-being, financialindependence and cultural preservation of four Michigan Indian tribes through the... 2 years 10 weeks ago Bay Mills Community College
Shiprock Farmers Market Navajo farmers have difficulties in marketing their fresh grown produce. Though, the local flea market existed, they have relied on roadside stands. Most have parked anywhere near the main highways... 2 years 10 weeks ago Shiprock Extension
Junior Master Gardening Internship Program One of the San Carlos Extension's 4-H youth development programs is a Junior Master Gardening Internship Program called  Building Bridges.  Last school year 2007-08, the University of... 2 years 10 weeks ago San Carlos Extension