Children and Disasters

    Together as Extension: Extension Adapts


    Extension educators have proudly been a pillar in their communities, whether that’s from attending city meetings to making guest appearances in classrooms. But in a …

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    Youth and Disasters


    traumaPost by Lynette Black, 4-H Youth Development Faculty, Oregon State University

    When it comes to the effects of disasters, children are a vulnerable population. Understanding …

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    Weather Wednesday – The Family Go Kit


    From time to time on Weather Wednesday we will step away from purely meteorological topics to address preparedness. This week we’ll discuss one of the …

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    5 Tips for College Campus Safety


    Tips about Returning to Campus Safety

    Written by Michelle Bufkin, AU Agriculture Communications Student/EDEN Community of Practice Social Media Assistant.

    Safety is an integral part

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    Three Disaster Preparedness Games for Children


    Prepared by Michelle Bufkin, AU Agriculture Communications Student/EDEN Community of Practice Social Media Assistant. 

    Opening page graphic for Disaster Masters online gameDisaster Master is an 8-level game that tests children’s knowledge about …

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    Four Tips for Back to School Safety


    Written by Michelle Bufkin, AU Agriculture Communications Student/EDEN Community of Practice Social Media Assistant.

    1. Add an emergency supply kit to your child’s book bag

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    Meet a Delegate Monday: Andy Vestal


    Michelle Bufkin, AU Agriculture Communications Student/EDEN Community of Practice Social Media Assistant, recently interviewed EDEN delegate Dr. Andy Vestal, who will have a breakout session

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    Family Preparedness Friday


    Who Turned the Lights Out?

    When temperatures dip to the single digits, and the winds are blowing in from the north, and snow is piling …

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    Family Preparedness Friday


    Pack It Up

    The school year is finally coming to an end. Which means your children will be spending more time at home, and driving …

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