NC 4-H Camps Are Hiring for Summer

Are you ready for a summer of amazing experiences and memories that will last a lifetime? We are looking for responsible, enthusiastic individuals to serve as positive role models and mentors for youth, ages 5 – 17 at our American Camp Association accredited summer camp.

Be a Weather Watcher with CoCoRaHS Network

Have you ever wondered why the local weather report says it rained an inch, but your garden still looks thirsty? Or why a sudden downpour flooded your street while your neighbor two blocks away stayed completely dry?

Weather is incredibly localized, and professional meteorologists often lack the “ground truth” data needed to see the full picture. That’s where you come in.

Take Control Nutrition Class

Take Control is an 8 session chronic disease prevention program that provides strategies to help adults manage their health. It informs, empowers, and motivates participants to change their eating and physical activity patterns.

Tech Resources for Everyday Life Course Series

By the end of this 5-week course, you’ll be able to use a variety of resources to manage everyday tasks and to communicate with others. You’ll use the internet to explore your interests, connect, and even contact your lawmakers.

4-H Plant Sale Time is Here!

Cherokee County 4-H is holding its annual plant and fruit tree sale. All proceeds will benefit Cherokee County 4-H. As usual, the plants and trees will be high-quality and reasonably priced. The sale runs from February 1 through March 13, 2026.

Agriculture Agent Assistance Can Be Requested Online!

If you are a citizen of Cherokee County and have questions that Doug Clement or a Cherokee County Master Gardener can assist, please go to:

go.ncsu.edu/agentassist and fill out the form. It is very important that you provide detailed information.

This information request is for Cherokee County, NC citizens only. Please allow 5 days for a response.

Advanced Sew Class:

Zipper, Button Holes, and Walking Foot

In this 3 hour instructional sewing class, hosted by the ECA: Sew Much Fun Sew Club, you will master and complete 3 projects to take home with you. Supplies including all materials and sewing machines will be provided.

Automated Recovery for Windows 11 Users

The ongoing transition to Windows 11 for the Microsoft users in our community includes new features for the cloud-storage service MS OneDrive. Going forward, new files created using Microsoft Office Suite components are now stored directly to OneDrive via autosave.

Sign-up Now for the 2026 Camping Season

For more than 80 years, North Carolina 4-H camping has taught youth life skills through centers located from the mountains to the sand hills to the coast. Each year, more than 4,000 campers from across the state participate in 4-H camping programs at North Carolina’s 4-H educational centers.

Beginner Sewing Series

This is a great opportunity for adults (18 and older)who would like to learn to sew. You will learn the basics including care and maintenance of your sewing machine and how to operate it, how to read a pattern, and how to create some great beginner sewing projects.

Pesticide Class Schedule Can Be Searched Online

Keeping your certification up to date is now easier and more flexible than ever. Through the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Science (NCD&CS) and the North Carolina Cooperative Extension, you can choose the learning environment that best fits your lifestyle.

A Human Edge: CES 2026 and the Future of Work

The phenomenon formerly known as the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas is the world’s largest event dedicated to technology in the home. However, beyond our social lives and entertainment, CES has often provided valuable insights into the potential future of work.

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.

Cherokee County 4-H Clubs Meeting Dates and Times

Cherokee County has some great 4-H Clubs. All of our clubs are open to youth ages 5-18 except for our Cherokee On The Fly 4-H Club and 4-H Cooking, Crafting, & Community Club. Cherokee On The Fly 4-H Club is open to grades 6-12. 4-H Cooking, Crafting, & Community Club is open to all youth ages 12-18. All of our 4-H clubs are free to enroll in.

Making Your First Quilt-Class Series

Join expert TamraLee as she teaches you how to make your first quilt. Discover a range of key tools and techniques as you are guided step by step through preparing your fabric, cutting out the pieces and sewing them into blocks, as well as basting, machine quilting and binding to help you finish your quilt with ease. By the end of class, you’ll be able to tackle your next quilt project with confidence!

Volunteer for 4-H in 2026

Volunteers are the key to our success in the North Carolina 4-H program. Whether you’re interested in becoming a club leader or have a few hours to invest, we have challenging and fun roles for adults and teens who want to make a difference.