Free online Wildlife Habitat Education Program available for Maine youth Oct. 26

ORONO — University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H will offer an online information session on the Maine 4-H chapter of the Wildlife Habitat Education Program from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 26.
WHEP, a national program with wildlife and fisheries habitat management education programs for youth ages 8 to 19, is available in Maine, with training and support from UMaine Extension 4-H staff. WHEP 4-H clubs are led by Extension 4-H volunteers who work with youth to learn and practice their skills. Youth may also participate in the annual state competition. Volunteers do not need to be content experts; training and hands-on practice will be provided
The session is free; registration is required. Register on the program webpage. For more information or to request a reasonable accommodation, contact Erin McDonald, 207-581-8163; erin.mcdonald1@maine.edu. More information about Maine 4-H can be found on the Extension 4-H website.