Where to Buy Your Real Christmas Tree
We live at the foothills of the Fraser fir Christmas tree industry. From the NC Christmas Tree Association, here …
Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers
Since 1979, North Carolina Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers (EMGVs) have been leaders in this internationally acclaimed program, guiding homeowners in making environmentally sound decisions in their landscapes. Trained by North Carolina State University faculty and staff, EMGVs provide research-based information about gardening and environmental stewardship to individuals and communities across the state. EMGVs engage the community through education and outreach on a wide variety of subjects and through a broad spectrum of projects, all designed to maximize their impact.
Adopt-a-Road Volunteer Safety Training Winter 2021
Do you notice litter on the side of the road where you live, work, or play? Do you want …
Avoid Fees, Submit Soil Samples Now
Peak season soil testing fees are set to begin December 1 through March 31, 2022. Submitting soils samples to …
4-H Wants You
Do you have a couple of extra hours a month to volunteer? Are you interested in sharing your knowledge …
Backyard Composting Basics With Matt Burneisen
Composting is harnessing the power of nature to recycle your organic waste at home. Would you believe me if …
Extension Master Gardener Program of McDowell County Training 2021
Please consider joining a fun, educational volunteer organization that serves the citizens of McDowell County. The training program, one …
Tractor Supply 4-H Clover Campaign
Since 2010, Tractor Supply has partnered with 4‑H to help create Opportunity4All and raise more than $14 million through …
Marion East Clean Up Day
The N.C. Cooperative Extension-McDowell County Center’s “Keep McDowell Beautiful” program will be partnering with the Marion East Community Forum …
Pesticide Licensing Recertification Classes
When: Sep 29, 2021, 1–5 p.m. Where: N.C. Cooperative Extension, McDowell County Center Conference Room, 2nd floor, County Administration Building, 60 East …
Extension Master Gardener Program of McDowell County Information Session
The Extension Master Gardener program can be a fun, rewarding experience. The first step in becoming an Extension Master …
Advanced Honeybee Course
Join us for an advanced honeybee course! When: 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. – Saturdays, September 11, 18, & 25, …
Lake James Clean Up 10/2/2021
What: Lake James Clean Up Fall 2021 When: Saturday 10/2/2021 8 a.m. to noon Where: Boats can launch from any dock. Dumpster Location …
NC Extension Master Gardener 2015 Annual Report
Thank you to NC Extension Master Gardener Volunteers who made a tremendous contribution in 2015 By the Numbers: 4,140 volunteers 945,083 Face to …
Squash Downy Mildew Found in North Carolina
Written by Mariana Prieto-Torres, Savithri Purayannur, Mike Adams, and Lina M. Quesada-Ocampo Pseudoperonospora cubensis, the causal agent of cucurbit downy …
Basil Downy Mildew Confirmed in Pender County, NC, July 28, 2021
Basil downy mildew has been confirmed on the variety Genovese in a homeowner garden in Pender County, North Carolina. …
Lymantria Dispar No Longer Called the 'Gypsy Moth'
When we think of insects, rarely do we think, “Wow, look at that beautiful Danaus plexippus!” In both conversation …
Mosquito Prevention After Tropical Storms
Although we were spared much of the brunt of Tropical Storm Elsa, parts of North Carolina were still pummeled …