LEGO Winter Wonderland Contest
Mitchell County 4-H is having a LEGO Winter Wonderland Contest. Youth ages 5 – 18 are invited to create a winter …
4-H Youth Development
4-H is the largest youth development organization in North Carolina, educating hundreds of thousands of young people each year. Extension’s 4-H program is growing the next generation of leaders and equipping youth with the skills to succeed.
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We Are Hiring!!
Mitchell County 4-H Agent Position 4-H is the Cooperative Extension System’s dynamic and educational program for youth. The name 4-H …
Closed These Days in December
N.C. Cooperative Extension of Mitchell County staff will be participating in staff development on Thursday, December 9 (all day) and …
Our Empowering Youth and Families Program (EYFP) Team Is Expanding!
Our Empowering Youth and Families Program (EYFP) team is expanding! We’re looking for dedicated volunteers to help facilitate the …
Caring for Small Animals and Poultry During Winter
With winter comes cold temperatures and damp weather, both being undesirable for small animals and poultry. Efforts need to …
Office Currently Closed
The office is currently closed due to no heat or water. We apologize for any inconvenience. If you need assistance …
Mitchell County 4-H Members Demonstrate Marksmanship Skills at State Competition
What an accomplishment to have eleven members of the Mitchell County 4-H Shooting Sports Club qualify to compete at …
Mitchell County 4-H Hiring a Temporary 4-H Assistant - Please Share!
Do you enjoy working with youth? Are you organized and enthusiastic? Can you follow a lesson plan, put together …
Productive 4-H Summer Garden
The 4-H Youth Stepping FOURward (4-H YSF) Garden is winding down. With the end of summer approaching so has tomato …
Flood Damage Relief to Be Available
Has Your Farm Suffered Flood Damage? Please contact our Extension Center (828.688.4811) as well as the FSA office (828.765.5049) with …
4-H Youth Stepping FOURWARD Garden Is Thriving
Thanks to a group of 4-H youth, some folks in the community are having fresh produce this summer! The …
Mitchell County 4-H Record Book Winners
North Carolina 4-H has a long history of record keeping. This focus reflects the importance of record keeping as …
Mitchell 4-H Members / Volunteer Attend NC 4-H Electric Congress
North Carolina 4-H Electric Congress is an educational event designed to recognize excellence in the 4-H Electric Program throughout …
Youth Interested in Livestock
N.C. Cooperative Extension, Mitchell County Center provides a livestock interest 4-H club for all youth ages 5 to 18- Mitchell …
Congratulations to Luke Silver!
A big congratulations to Luke for being awarded both the “Robert and Helen Runion 4-H Scholarship” and the Mitchell …
4-H Gets Growing (Strawberries!)
Design and build your own vertical garden! We have materials for 20 youth (ages 8 and older) to construct …
4-H Pizza Garden
A cooperative effort is underway between the Mitchell County 4-H Program, Spruce Pine Library, and the Spruce Pine Housing …
4-H Clubs Prepare to Resume Face-to-Face Meetings
Mitchell County 4-H Clubs have received the “green light” to resume with face-to-face meetings as long as strict 4-H …
Collegiate Student Panel
Collegiate 4-H at NC State University invites you to join them on March 22, 2021, at 7 p.m. for a …
2021 Dairy Beef Feeder Calf Program Registration
The WNC Dairy Beef Feeder Calf Program is designed to introduce youth to livestock showing, feeding, and care. Participants …
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More Extension Programs at NC State University
- 4-H Camps and Centers
- 4-H Forestry and Wildlife Programs
- 4-H Youth Opportunities in Crop, Horticulture, and Soil Science
- NC 4-H Shooting Sports Program
- Poultry 4-H & Youth
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Recent Publications related to 4-H Youth Development
Snacking and Cooking with Warm-Season Produce from Childcare Production Gardens
This publication includes simple recipes that childcare center cooks and educators can use to engage …
Snacking and Cooking With Cool-Season Produce From Childcare Production Gardens
This publication includes simple recipes that childcare center cooks and educators can use to engage …
Growing Cool-Season Vegetables in Childcare Production Gardens
This publication focuses on easy-to-grow, child-friendly, cool-season vegetables suitable for childcare center gardening. This is …
Farm to Early Care and Education Resource Guide for North Carolina Extension Agents
This resource guide explores how Early Care and Education programs serve families and show potential …
2/17/23
Houses for Wood Ducks
This educational resource for children aged 13-15 explains how to collect used materials, construct and …
2/14/23 — Youth Wildlife Projects
Earthworm Composting
This educational resource for children aged 9-12 explains how to make a composting bin to …
2/14/23 — Youth Wildlife Projects
Sheep Exhibitor Project Guide (7-8 Years of Age)
This factsheet offers information on showing sheep for youth aged 7-8.
2/9/23 — Animal Science Facts
Connecting to Early Childhood Partners in Your Community
This chapter of the Farm to Early Care and Education Resource Guide for North Carolina …
1/23/23