Mid Atlantic Showcase
Youth must register for points to be considered as part of the showmanship circuit. Registration for the Circuit Reminder this enters …
4-H Youth Development
4-H is the largest youth development organization in North Carolina, educating hundreds of thousands of young people each year. Extension’s 4-H program is growing the next generation of leaders and equipping youth with the skills to succeed.
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NC State Livestock Science Camp
The NC State Livestock Science Camp is a summer camp experience for youth 15-18 years old. It is designed …
4-H Enrollment for 2022
With the calendar rolling over to 2022 it is once again time to re enroll with McDowell 4-H. Below …
The Paramount Swine Jackpot
The 2022 The Paramount Swine Jackpot Show is Saturday, February 26, 2022 (9:00 a.m. start time) at the Johnston …
NC Junior Hereford Association Judging in January
Judging in January Schedule Judging in January Registration Form When: January 29, 2022, registrations are due January 21 Where: Carroll E Joyner …
4-H Livestock Judging Interest Meeting
When: February 2nd at 6:00 p.m. Where: McDowell County Extension Office Conference Room Who: Youth ages 8 to 18 RSVP by January …
Have Input in the New Land Use Plan for McDowell
What is your vision for McDowell County’s future? McDowell County is seeking community input in its process of creating a …
Good Earth Gardening: A Garden Symposium Part I
The Master Gardeners of McDowell County have been working hard organizing Good Earth Gardening: A Garden Symposium. Good Earth …
4-H Project Books and State 4-H Scholarships
With 2021 coming to a close, it is now time to reflect on our past year and the projects …
December 2021 NC 4-H Horse Program Newsletter
The December 2021 edition of the NC 4-H Horse Program Newsletter is now available. This issue features the results of all …
2022 NC 4-H Horse Program Event Sponsors Needed!
The NC 4-H Horse Program has a full calendar of events planned for 2022, and now more than ever, …
2021 NC Open Horse Show Judges' Certification List
The 2021 NC State University Open Horse Show Judges’ Certification List is now available. The individuals listed in this publication …
North Carolina 4-H Livestock School
NC 4-H Livestock School When: February 19, 2022 Where: Lenoir County Livestock Arena, Kinston What: We will cover Sheep and Goats for …
NC 4-H'ers Capture Wins at 2021 Eastern National 4-H Horse Round Up
The North Carolina 4-H Horse Program Delegation had an outstanding showing at the recent Eastern National 4-H Horse Round-Up …
Nance Family Meat Goat Leadership Institute
Billy Nance Family 4-H Meat Goat Leadership Institute February 5, 2022 Application The Billy Nance Family 4-H Meat Goat Leadership Institute will …
Leap Into Sheep Program
Leap Into Sheep Program This program is designed for youth that have an interest in animal agriculture and would like …
2022 East Coast Extravaganza
Swine, Goat, Lamb, Heifer, and Steer Show March 5-6, 2022 Extravaganza Schedule (Several changes to the schedule from previous years.) Extravaganza Rules Entry Form …
2022 NC 4-H Horse Program Calendar of Events
The 2022 NC 4-H Horse Program Calendar of Events is available for download and distribution. Event hyperlinks take you to …
McDowell 4-H County Council
Before the pandemic hit, we had just restarted our McDowell 4-H County Council. We are planning to start again. …
2021 High Tunnel Winter Vegetable Field Day at NC A&T
NC A&T has done extensive research on the use of High Tunnels. On December 9 from 2 to 5 …
Learn More Using the Resources Below
- 4-H Camps and Centers
- 4-H Forestry and Wildlife Programs
- 4-H Youth Development
- 4-H Youth Opportunities in Crop, Horticulture, and Soil Science
McDowell 4-H Featured Links
Partnerships and Organizations
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This publication includes simple recipes that childcare center cooks and educators can use to engage …
Snacking and Cooking With Cool-Season Produce From Childcare Production Gardens
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Growing Cool-Season Vegetables in Childcare Production Gardens
This publication focuses on easy-to-grow, child-friendly, cool-season vegetables suitable for childcare center gardening. This is …
Growing Warm-Season Fruits and Vegetables in Childcare Production Gardens
This publication focuses on easy-to-grow, child-friendly, warm-season fruits and vegetables suitable for childcare center gardening. …
Creating Childcare Center Production Gardens
This publication focuses on developing fruit and vegetable production gardens in the Outdoor Learning Environment …
Growing and Cooking Fruits and Vegetables at Childcare Centers
This factsheet summarizes the benefits of fruit and vegetable gardening with children. It includes age-appropriate …
Swine Exhibitor's Project Guide (7-8 Years of Age)
This factsheet offers information on showing swine for youth aged 7-8.
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Swine Showmanship
This publication offers information on youth showmanship of swine.
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