Farmers First Field Day, WNC AgOptions Grant, Lake James Fall Cleanup, Volun-FUN-tastic EMG Volunteer Program, Techy Workshops for Seniors, Making Healthy Restaurant Choices, & SO MUCH MORE!!!
This fall, McDowell County & other regional farmers are invited to come together for Farmers First: Connect. Recover. Grow.-a field day dedicated to helping producers recover, rebuild, & grow from the lasting impacts of Hurricane
Helene. Farmers First Field Day will bring together experts, agencies, & hands-on demonstrations to help you find practical tools for recovery and growth.
The WNC AgOptions Grant program supports farmers in the mountain region by providing funding for projects that will improve their farm businesses. The grant focuses on helping farmers diversify their income streams, increase sustainability, and explore new ag ventures.
Empowering Mountain Food Systems Offers Invaluable Training
This Fall, Empowering Mountain Food Systems with North Carolina Cooperative Extension and the Small Business Center will be offering invaluable training opportunities. If you are a new farmer or looking to diversify your markets, these trainings will be of benefit to you. Learn more & register>>
Lake James Clean Up Fall 2025
The N.C. Cooperative Extension-McDowell Center “Keep McDowell Beautiful” program will be coordinating the annual Lake James clean-up on Saturday, October 4, from 9 a.m. to noon. We would like to invite everyone to remove litter from Lake James and its shoreline.
Volun-FUN-Tastic: Learn About the Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Program
The Extension Master Gardener℠ program can be a fun, rewarding experience. The first step in becoming an EMG℠ volunteer in McDowell is attending an information session. You will learn what it means to be an EMGV, & the training & volunteer requirements for the program.
We are well into the 2025 hurricane season, which officially runs from June 1 to November 30, and the tropics are beginning to become active. While no storm is currently threatening, now is the time to be prepared so you are ready if a storm does come this year.
Join us for a series of workshops designed specifically for our senior community. Whether you’re looking to explore the exciting world of artificial intelligence or get your tech ready for any emergency, we’ve got you covered. All classes are held on Wednesdays, 1 pm. Learn more & register>>
NC Work From Anywhere Program
The NC Work From Anywhere program is aimed at equipping individuals in rural communities with the skills necessary for remote employment. This initiative offers comprehensive training to help participants secure remote jobs while remaining in their local areas.
It’s time for cooler weather, bon fires, and National Chicken Month! This is celebrated every Saturday in September to boost the sales of chicken after the grilling months of summer. Enjoy this recipe!
It is no secret that we should all avoid fast food options as much as possible. But we have also found ourselves in a time crunch during the week and this solution is tempting, especially if you have children at home. The good news is, you can still make healthy choices.
With the start of school, many households are faced with planning lunches for the school day. Our young ones are at a higher risk of food borne illnesses and besides making sure the lunch is well rounded, nutritious wise, we need to keep some food safety tips in mind.
McDowell 4-H Young Guns Compete at Regional 4-H Tournament
On August 9, McDowell 4-Hers joined over 200 youth from all over WNC to compete in this year's West Region 4-H Shooting Sports Tournament at Polk County Gun Club. Several youth from McDowell qualified for the state 4-H Tournament.
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.
