McDowell 4-H Decorated Pumpkin Contest
With the chill in the air it is once again time to start thinking about Fall. This year we …
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Calling all teachers, homeschool families, and educators who want to spice up your fall education plan! Announcing Nature Adventures, a virtual learning …
Where Are the Canning Jars? Is It 1975 All Over Again?
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Do you notice litter on the side of the road where you live, work, or play? Do you want …
McDowell 4-H Summer Discovery Hiking Trails
I hope everyone is having a great summer so far. We at McDowell 4-H are really missing our traditional …
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McDowell 4-H Summer Discovery Status
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused NC State University to not allow any youth face to face interactions through mid-August. …
Sign Up for Understanding Plants Now - Classes Begin June 1
Sign up now for Understanding Plants – a new offering from NC State University in our online learning series! …
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