University of Maine Cooperative Extension in Knox and Lincoln Counties 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 Knox and Lincoln Counties 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 Knox and Lincoln Counties
• Resources and Information for  4-H Leaders and Volunteers
• Youth Curricula Focused on Projects and Lifeskills Development
• 4-H Teen Conference
• 4-H Volunteer Conference
• International Exchange

More about 4-H

Business
Programs available

• Workshops
• Individual Consultations

Family
Programs available

• Extension Homemakers
• Parenting Education
• Teen and Young Parent Program
• Parent Education and Family Services
• Financial Management

Fisheries
Programs available

• Lobster Zone Management Support
• Maine Soft-Shell Clam Advisory Council Support
• Knox and Lincoln Counties Municipal Clam Management Programs Support
• Mid-Coast Shellfish Growers Group

Gardening
Programs available

• Master Gardener Volunteers

• Master Gardener Training
• Insect and Plant Disease Identification and Control
• Soil Testing

More about Gardening

Maine Extension Homemakers Council

Nutrition and Food
Programs available

• Food Safety

• Food Preservation and Testing for Pressure Canner Gauge Accuracy
• Learn-by-Mail Nutrition Course

More about Food and Health

Senior Companion Program

Water Quality
Programs available

• Water Quality Monitoring
• Marine Habitat Monitoring
• Marine Phytoplankton Monitoring