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Marion East Community Clean Up Spring 2026

The N.C. Cooperative Extension-McDowell County Center's “Keep McDowell Beautiful” program will be partnering with the YMCA and Marion East Community Forum to host a clean-up day. We will provide…

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Apps to Enhance Your Outdoor Experience

It happens every year in western North Carolina. The forecast mentions "accumulation," the bread and milk disappear from the Ingles shelves, and suddenly we’re all staring out our windows at the same…

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Composting for Families Online

Composting is harnessing the power of nature to recycle your organic waste at home. More than 25% of the typical home’s waste is yard trimmings and food scraps. Imagine cutting down the amount of…

bonsai tree at NC Arboretum

Are Gardeners Visiting for the Holidays?

Being in greenspace is good for the soul. Visiting gardens with your family and friends is a great chance to get them out of the confines of your home and explore the wonderful public gardens we have…

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Backyard Composting Basics

Composting is harnessing the power of nature to recycle your organic waste at home. More than 25% of the typical home’s waste is yard trimmings and food scraps. Imagine cutting down the amount of…

Extension Master Gardener volunteers at the Joseph McDowell Greenway

Love Gardening? Share It With McDowell

Do you find yourself talking to your tomato plants? Do friends come to you for advice on their gardens? If you’ve ever thought, “I wish I could spend more time in the garden AND give back to my…

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Backyard Composting Basics

Composting is harnessing the power of nature to recycle your organic waste at home. More than 25% of the typical home’s waste is yard trimmings and food scraps. Imagine cutting down the amount of…

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Techy Workshops for Seniors This September

Join us for a series of workshops designed specifically for our senior community. Whether you're looking to explore the exciting world of artificial intelligence or get your tech ready for any…

Master Gardeners of McDowell County at Tomato Field Day 2021

Volun-FUN-Tastic: Learn About the Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Program

The Extension Master Gardener℠ program can be a fun, rewarding experience. The first step in becoming an Extension Master Gardener℠ volunteer (EMGV) in McDowell County is attending an information…

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The Great Southeast Pollinator Census in NC

Help us capture a snapshot of pollinator activity in communities across North Carolina, including the types of pollinators and which flowers they visit, and help build a southeast-wide data set with…