Iredell Informed June 2023

My name is Jordan Stapf, and I am the newest summer intern at the NC Cooperative Extension in Iredell County. Currently, I am a junior at Catawba College, pursuing a degree in environmental science & sustainability with a concentration in natural resource management and a minor in geographic information systems. This internship with the NC Cooperative Extension presents an incredible opportunity for me to apply my knowledge and skills in a real-world setting. My primary intention is to gain hands-on experience, further expanding my understanding of environmental science and sustainability. I aim to actively engage with the experienced professionals at the Cooperative Extension, learning from their expertise and immersing myself in the practical aspects of the field. By collaborating with the dedicated team at the NC Cooperative Extension, I hope to make meaningful contributions to the development and implementation of sustainable practices and initiatives. 

Information: 

Join us July 9-12, 2023 in Statesville, NC for the Southeast Dairy Youth Retreat. The itinerary includes educational tours of dairy farms, creameries, and processing plants. Learn about new technologies and research on dairy farms. Finish out the week with some fun times at drive through animal ranch and an arcade and go kart track!

Registration for non- NC residents (youth and adults) is $125. Thanks to the NC Dairy Youth Foundation, North Carolina youth and adults can register for $75. This registration includes activities, meals, and most transportation for the three days. Lodging is not included. A hotel block has been reserved at the Hilton Garden Inn- Statesville, for $114+tax/night. That rate includes breakfast! Attendees are responsible for making their own hotel reservations. A link will be provided at the completion of your registration (sent to the email you use for registration).

Please review the NC 4-H Code of Conduct, Liability Waivers, and Photo Release forms before you register- you will be asked to confirm that you have read them during registration. 
Click on the agenda to register. 

Simple Summer Cucumber Dip

• 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
• 1 cup cucumber, peeled and diced
• 2 green onion stalks, washed and trimmed
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• 1½ teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 ounce Greek cream cheese or 1/3 less fat cream cheese, optional*
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• *For additional thickness, if desired.
• Click below for directions

Piedmont Rabbit Project and Show 

Iredell, Rowan, and Cabarrus County 4-H partnered to host the 2023 Piedmont Rabbit Project and Show. Five Iredell 4-Hers participated in the 6 week project. Over the course of the 6 weeks, youth learned how to care for, raise, and show a rabbit. At the conclusion of the project, all the youth gathered at the Rowan County Fairgrounds for the Rabbit Show. All the youth that participated had a great time and learned a lot about raising and showing rabbits! The youth who participated were: Maddie Young, Finnea Bridges, Mckinleigh Settle, Charleigh Settle, and Charlotte Nimmons

NC 4-H Congress 

Spend 4 days, 3 nights, with other 4-H teens from across the state at NC 4-H Congress! While on the campus of NC State University, you can expect to participate in many different events and activities (see flyer below). When: July 22-25 Where: Raleigh, NC State University Campus Cost: Iredell County Cooperative Extension will help offset the original cost ($250 + lodging) which includes registration fees, most meals, program supplies, and a t-shirt. Who can attend: Teens ages 13-18 Transportation provided if needed. Contact Adreanna by June 21st to register, awhite6@ncsu.edu or 704-873-0507