Pesticides are important tools farmers utilize to manage pests such as weeds, disease, and insects in their agriculture operations. Unused and unwanted pesticides must be handled with care as they can be potentially hazardous to humans, pets, wildlife, and the environment. To assist, a pesticide collection day was held on July 20th for farmers and residents in Camden County and the surrounding area. This event afforded an opportunity to dispose of pesticides free of charge, in an environmentally responsible and legal manner. The event was a huge success with a total of 291 containers weighing in at 4,115 pounds of unwanted pesticide collected and processed.
Thirteen (13) youth spent 3 weeks learning about Crime Scene Investigation, bugs and outdoor education and mythical creatures.
Let The Games Begin Eighteen (18) participants competed in track and field type games during an Olympic-style field day, created Olympic crafts, and celebrated with a closing ceremony.
Camp Cale Fun Day
Twenty (20) youth enjoyed a trip out to Camp Cale complete with a cookout. While there participants got to fish, climb the rock wall, shoot archery, and more.
NC Aquarium Field Trip
Seven (7) youth enjoyed a day trip to beautiful Roanoke Island located in Manteo, NC. Youth learned about marine life and saw fun, educational exhibits.
Family & Consumer Sciences
On-Demand Food Preservation Series
Just two weeks ago the Family and Consumer Sciences Department launched their on-demand food preservation series. Participants can register and view classes right away. This convenient class allows busy people the ability to learn to preserve and make jam, pickles, and salsa. As well as how to use a pressure and water bath canner. Currently, there have been 112 tickets sold. There is still time to register for this series if you are interested. Visit https://foodpreservationondemand21.eventbrite.com for more information and to register.
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.
