New Ukiah 4-H project will teach forestry, facilitate natural resource education for young people

UKIAH, CA, 10/6/22 — A new 4-H Youth Development project from the University of California will educate youth about forestry and wildlife ecosystems. The program is open to ages 8 to 18. 

“We welcome young people who like to be outside learning about trees, animals and birds to join this exciting new project,” Extension Center Community Educator Hannah Bird said in a news release. “We’ll consider our local forest ecosystems, the wildlife that live in forests and management of these natural resources. It doesn’t matter if participants don’t know the term ‘forestry.’ All will be explained and we’ll enjoy exploring all the ways in which trees support us with habitat, cultural connections and materials. We’ll also discuss how we can better support healthy forests.”