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Are you looking for that special gift for someone hard to buy for but loves to fish? Have you ever wanted to learn how to tie your own fly’s for fly fishing but didn’t know where to start? Have you ever wanted to learn more about fly tying but didn’t want to have to buy the equipment and materials to get started and simply didn’t know where to start? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then 4-H has a deal for you !!!
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Master Gardeners Receive Emeritus Status
A Master Gardener Volunteer with a history of outstanding volunteer service can be granted emeritus status by the local Extension agent. Examples of outstanding volunteer service include long-term, active participation as an effective volunteer and positive role model, service in leadership roles, and advocacy for the EMG program. This designation entitles the volunteer to attend monthly meetings, participate in continuing education and social events, receive local and state EMG program communications, and access the EMG Intranet but exempts them from meeting the annual volunteer service and continuing education requirements. Emeritus status is an honor reserved for exemplary volunteers. James “Sully” Sullivan, Corey Bailey, and Elo-ly Bailey have received the emeritus designation. Congratulations and thanks for all the volunteer work in Cherokee County.
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Spring 2023 Master Gardener Training
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A Master Gardener program will be taught Spring 2023. The classes will be taught March 7-April 27 each Tuesday and Thursday beginning at 9:00 a.m. and conclude at 12:00 p.m. Topics will include soils, botany, insects, diseases, beekeeping, diagnostics, composting, landscape design, native, plants, firescape principles, forest management, greenhouse management, and much more. Classes will be taught at 699 Connahetta Street, in Murphy, NC. The cost is $110.00. The fee provides an online copy of the Master Gardener manual but a hardcopy can be purchased form the University of North Carolina Press. Signup today for the training through Eventbrite. We encourage everyone to bring a laptop, Chromebook, or a tablet to class.
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Growing Christmas Trees 101
Interested in starting a Christmas tree farm? A workshop will be held for potential new growers and individuals desiring to learn more on how to produce Fraser fir Christmas trees. Jeff Owen, NC State Christmas Tree Specialist will cover basic but critical topics such as site selection and preparation, planting scenarios, alternate tree species, an introduction to the pests, budget costs, shearing, marketing, annual practices and more, along with a Q & A.
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Register Now for 4-H Camp 2023!
Fall is here, but summer 2023 will be here before you know it and so will our great opportunities for youth to join in some fun at one of our three great 4-H Camps!!
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N.C. Cooperative Extension has launched the Grow and Graze Podcast! Farm Credit Service donation allowed the purchase of the equipment. The podcast will focus on topics that are relevant and practical for the Western North Carolina Area in the areas of agriculture, gardening, and home horticulture.
More Info and Episodes>>
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Most farmers intend to keep farming till they drop, but the truth is that 75% of people who reach 65 years old will need long term care at some point in their remaining years. Failing to plan your farm legacy can have major consequences, including the forced sale of your farm.
More Info and to Register for this Free Program>>
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Podcast and Mobile Photography Class!
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Podcast and Mobile Photography Class!
Would you like to learn more about Podcasting? Would you like to learn some tricks and tips on mobile photography (smartphones)? We are offering introductory classes in both of these areas.
Podcasting continues to grow and is a great way to market products and learn new information. Learn the basic equipment, free audio recording tools, and hosting sites.
Everyone uses mobile devices to capture pictures and videos. Learn basic composure, lighting, and techniques in taking quality pictures. We will discuss apps for editing.
More Info and How to Sign Up>>
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4-H Enrollment & Re-Enrollment Coming Soon for 2023-2024
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North Carolina 4-H utilizes an enrollment system for all new and existing 4-H members and volunteers. The online enrollment system is called 4-H Online. If you created a new family profile in the 4-HOnline system during the 2022 program year – or – if you re-enrolled from a previous year – it is now time to update that record for the new 2023 – 2024 programmatic year.
Note: The 4-H Online Enrollment systems updates at the end of every year. You will not be able to use the system from December 16 until January 11. If after January 11 the system is not open please contact Shannon Coleman, (828)837-2210 ext. 4.
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A SERIES OF EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS FOR FARMERS, HOMEOWNERS, GARDENERS AND YOUTH.
Cherokee and Graham County Centers have teamed together to offer a series of Farm School educational programs that will help farmers, homeowners, gardeners and youth learn more about farming, agriculture and rural living in our area. Most workshops are free to anyone who would like to register. However, there is a charge for the grafting workshop to help cover the cost of the materials. If you have any questions about our programs, feel free to contact us.
To register for any of these programs go to:
go.ncsu.edu/cherokeecounty
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Looking for Adult 4-H Volunteers!!
Cherokee County 4-H needs many volunteers who are willing to share creative ideas, time, talent, and skills to support youth at the community, county, and state level. Are you curious about volunteering for 4-H?
How to Become a 4-H Volunteer>>
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Cherokee County 4-H Club Meeting Days!!
We currently have four active 4-H Clubs here in Cherokee County. All of our clubs are open to youth ages 5-18 except for our Cherokee on the Fly 4-H Club. It is open to grades 6-12. Check out the meeting dates and enroll in one of our great 4-H clubs here in Cherokee County. Youth do not have to have animals or know how to tie fly’s in order to join our clubs. All of our 4-H clubs are free to enroll in.
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NC Small Ruminant Improvement Program Winter Webinar Series
Join us for a 5-part webinar series on management practices to improve the productivity and profitability of your flock! These webinars will be held at 7 p.m. on the third Thursday of every month starting in November.
List of Webinars and Registration Information
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Webinar Recording Now Available:
The Last of the “Over the Counter” Antibiotics
Didn’t get a chance to participate in The Last Of The “Over The Counter” Antibiotics live webinar on Tuesday, November 01, 2022? Don’t sweat it!!!
More Info>>
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Resources for Homeowners, Landowners, and Gardeners on Soil Sampling
Soil Sampling is an important tool for homeowners and gardeners. Farmers have been relying on this information for many years to be successful in growing crops, pasture, and tree farms. Homeowners, gardeners, and farmers should visit our website for a better understanding of soil sample reports, how to take a sample, and links to the online agronomic site.
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Agent Assistance Can Be Requested Online
If you are a citizen of Cherokee County and have questions that Doug Clement can assist, submit your request at this link. It is very important that you provide detailed information. This information request is for Cherokee County, NC citizens only. Please allow 2 days for a response. The entire NC State Extension database by visiting cherokee.ces.ncsu.edu and typing the keyword in the search bar located in the upper right hand corner of the website. Also enjoy our monthly newsletter by scrolling to the bottom of our website and entering your email address."
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The Appalachian Beekeepers Association will start up again in February 2023. We hope everyone has a good winter and your bees do well. Remember to give your hives some cold/wind protection this winter. Make sure they have good food stores (honey) to last them until spring.
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The Bunnies, Bovines, Bees & Birds
4-H Club holds their monthly meetings at 6:30pm at 699 Conaheeta Street, Murphy, NC.
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The Hiwassee Dam Soaring Eagles 4-H & Modern Woodmen Club meets monthly at 3pm - 4:30pm in Debbie Sander's Classroom. Ages 5-18 are welcome!
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The Cherokee County 4-H Horse Club will hold their monthly meeting on Tuesday, December 13th at 6:30pm at 699 Conaheeta Street, Murphy, NC.
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The Cherokee County Master Gardeners hold monthly meetings. We will begin our monthly meetings again in February 2023.
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Cherokee on the Fly 4-H Club will hold their next meeting on Thursday, December 5th and again on December 19th at 3:30pm-5:30pm at 699 Conaheeta Street, Murphy, NC.
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NC State University and N.C. A&T State University work in tandem, along with federal, state and local governments, to form a strategic partnership called N.C. Cooperative Extension.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
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