North Carolina Youth Legislative Assembly
Are you 14-18? Looking for civic engagement opportunities? Want to know more about NC government? Consider applying to the North …
4-H Youth Development
4-H is the largest youth development organization in North Carolina. Hundreds of thousands of young people learn the skills to succeed through 4-H educational programs and camps. NC State Extension and the Cooperative Extension Program at N.C. A&T State University conduct 4-H programs where youth learn by doing.
2019 NC Junior Hereford Association Judging in January
2019 Judging in January When: January 26, 2019 Where: NCSU Beef Educational Unit For more information contact: Brent Jennings Office: 919-515-4467 Email: …
4-H Congress: A 4-H Tradition
4-H Congress started in the early 1900’s and has a rich history with some traditions that are still evident …
2018 NC State Fair & Southeastern Regional Contest Results
Thanks to everyone for participating in another great event! NC State Fair Livestock Judging & Skillathon Contest Results Southeastern Regional Livestock …
Inspired by Science Photo Contest
Has science inspired you? Of course it has – even you haven’t thought about it directly! from 4-h.org Science is a …
Would Your Child Like to Raise a Calf?
Youth Livestock Animal Project Offered – Youth ages 8 and older are invited to participate in the 4-H Dairy …
Youth in Action Application Closing Today, Oct. 22, 2018
The 2019 4-H Youth in Action Awards application closes today! If you are, or know, a 4-Her between 16-19, …
2018 Farm-City Banquet
November 20, 2018, $15 Tuesday, 6-9 p.m., doors at 5:30 p.m. Catawba County Country Club 1154 Country Club Rd., Newton, NC 28658 Tickets …
N.C. Cooperative Extension Mini Course
Free program! For the first time the N.C. Cooperative Extension, Catawba County Center is offering its own mini course! This five-week …
Catawba County Youth Council
The Catawba County Youth Council originated 10 years ago and grew from an idea to bring greater youth involvement …
School Garden Workshop!
October 13, 2018 – 2 p.m. Agriculture Resource Center 1175 S Brady Ave, Newton, NC Are you interested in starting a new …
Catawba County Youth Council
Catawba County Youth Council – The Catawba County Youth Council originated 10 years ago and grew from an idea …
4-H vs. FFA
By Adreanna White While in high school, I was a very active member of the Bandys High Future Farmers of …
Controlling Mosquitoes Around Your Home
By Adam Smith Summer is the season for outdoor fun, but pesky mosquitoes can be a major problem and disrupt …
Catawba County Youth Council
Students that represent each high school work on projects and participate in citizenship and leadership programs. Meets the 2nd Monday …
4-H Summer Fun Camps
Start Summer with Farm to Table Camp – Catawba County 4-H is gearing-up for a summer filled with a …
U-Pick and Farm Activities 2018 Guide
Looking for summer family activities? Many local farms offer U-Pick opportunities and farm stands as well as farm tours, …
Learn More Using the Resources Below
Extension Programs at NC State University
- 4-H Camps and Centers
- 4-H Forestry and Wildlife Programs
- 4-H Youth Development
- 4-H Youth Opportunities in Crop, Horticulture, and Soil Science
Partnerships and Organizations
Resources
Social Media
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