4-H Livestock Club Interest Meeting
Join us at 6:00 p.m. March 22 at the McDowell County Extension office located at 60 East Court Street …
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.
Reading Nutrition Facts Labels
March is National Nutrition Month, an annual campaign created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. During this month, …
NC 4-H Horse Eligibility Cards
It is once again time to request your NC 4-H Horse Eligibility Cards. Anyone that plans to show at …
February 2021 NC 4-H Horse Program Newsletter
The February 2021 NC 4-H Horse Program Newsletter is now available. This issue features the upcoming registration deadlines for …
Statewide 4-H Farm to Fork Camp
The Farm to Fork Camp Local Foods Work Group is hosting a statewide 4-H Virtual Farm to Fork Camp for 4-H …
2021 NC 4-H Horse Program Eligibility Card Instructions
The NC 4-H Horse Program Rules and Regulations Manual has been updated and reflects all the new rules and updates for …
2021 Event Sponsors Needed!
The NC 4-H Horse Program has a full calendar of events planned for 2021, and now more than ever, …
NC 4-H Virtual Hippology Academy
This educational series of modules are self-paced and designed to help NC 4-H coaches and contestants prepare for future …
Help Feed Hungry People in McDowell
In conjunction with N.C. A&T State University’s Small Farms Week, McDowell County along with other County Centers across the …
January 2021 NC 4-H Horse Program Newsletter
The January 2021 NC 4-H Horse Program Newsletter is now available. This issue highlights the upcoming Virtual Horsebowl Practices …
Summer Internship Available in McDowell
North Carolina Cooperative Extension – McDowell County Center will have a summer internship available. The intern will provide support …
4-H Enrollment Time Is Upon Us
Hey All, NC 4-H has upgraded our online 4-H enrollment system with 4-H Online 2.0. Below is instructions on how …
It's Our Turn to Roll Up Our Sleeves
It’s hard to imagine a time when we didn’t know COVID-19 existed. Now when people say “virus,” we know …
Composting for Families Webinar
Composting is harnessing the power of nature to recycle your organic waste at home. Would you believe me if …
Roadside and Waterway Clean Up Safety Training
Do you notice litter on the side of the road where you live, work, or play? Do you want …
Livestock Skillathon Study Sessions
Exciting new program. This opportunity is open to youth ages 8-18. To receive the materials youth must complete the …
Nance Family Meat Goat Leadership Institute
Applications are due on April 1, 2021 Billy Nance Family Application A virtual experience for youth interested in the Meat Goat …
East Coast Extravaganza
Swine, Goat, Lamb, Heifer, and Steer Show March 6–7, 2021 Schedule Rules Entry Form Health Guidelines (Please note you will need to complete two …
McDowell 4-H Shooting Sports
North Carolina Wildlife has given us the greenlight to hold a “virtual” wildlife tournament for 2021. We will practice …
McDowell 4-H Share the Warmth Was a Huge Success
Thank you to all that donated and help make McDowell 4-H’s Share the Warmth donation drive a huge success! …
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- 4-H Forestry and Wildlife Programs
- 4-H Youth Development
- 4-H Youth Opportunities in Crop, Horticulture, and Soil Science
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