University of Maine Cooperative Extension in Hancock County gives local residents access to the resources and expertise of the University of Maine. Through educational programs, publications, and events, UMaine Extension delivers unbiased, research-based information to Hancock County citizens. We can answer your questions on a wide array of topics. To find out how we can help you, browse our site, or contact us by e-mail or phone.

4-H/Youth Development
Programs available

• 4-H in Hancock County
• Resources and Information for 4-H Leaders and Volunteers

More about 4-H

Community
Programs available

• Community Development
• Talk of the Towns Radio
• Public Policy Education
• Organization Development

Family
Programs available

• Extension Homemaker Groups
• Family Radio Forum

Gardening
Programs available

• 2008 Pruning Woody Landscape Plants Course
• Maine Master Gardener Program in Hancock County
• Master Composter Program
• Home Horticulture
• Integrated Pest Management

More about Gardening

Home-Based and Small Business
Programs available

• Home-Based and Small Business Education Program

Maine Extension Homemakers Council

Nutrition and Food
Programs available

• 10 Steps to Good Nutrition: 10-part FREE learn-by-mail course 
• Eat Well the limited income nutrition education program
  • family visits with a nutrition associate
  • youth programs: school, after school and summer enrichment programs
• Food Safety Education

More about Food and Health

Senior Companion Program