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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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Lake James Clean Up Fall 2025

What: Lake James Clean Up Fall 2025When: Saturday October 4th, 9am-12pmWhere: Boats can launch from any dock. Dumpster Located at Black Bear Boat Ramp.Why: To remove litter and trash from the…

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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Citizen Science Program Needs Your Help Observing the Weather

Have you ever wondered how much rain fell during a recent thunderstorm? How about snowfall during a winter storm? If so, an important volunteer weather observing program needs your help!The Community…

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Lake James Clean Up Spring 2025

N.C. Cooperative Extension-McDowell County Center’s Keep McDowell Beautiful program will be coordinating the annual Lake James clean up on Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 8 a.m. to noon. Volunteers with…

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Mill Creek Clean Up in Old Fort

N.C. Cooperative Extension-McDowell County Center’s Keep McDowell Beautiful program will be partnering with Camp Grier, The Catawba Riverkeeper, Lake James Environmental Association, and Hillman…

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Keep McDowell Beautiful Greatest American Clean Up Planning Lunch

The Greatest American Clean Up's goal is to remove 25 billion pieces of litter from parks, waterways, and public spaces by July 4, 2026. Volunteers from all across the county organize under the Keep…

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Volunteer Litter Clean Up Safety Training

Do you notice litter on the side of the road where you live, work, or play? Do you want to do something about it? Join us for volunteer training to learn about safety and best practices for…

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Lake James Clean Up 11/16/24

What: Lake James Clean Up Fall 2024When: Saturday November 16th, 9am-12pmWhere: Boats can launch from any dock. Dumpster Located at Black Bear Boat Ramp.Why: To remove litter and trash from the…

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Tabernacle Community Garden Harvest Days

Join us at the Tabernacle Community Garden for one of our garden harvest days. The garden is located in the backyard of 313 Baldwin Ave, on the property of the East Marion Pentecostal Holiness…