Flower Hammering

Eco-Friendly Tote Bag

Combine gardening and creativity in this hands-on introduction to flower hammering.

Come to this fun-filled flower hammering workshop where you will create beautiful designs on an eco-friendly tote bag.

2026 Dr. Kim Ingold 4-H Photography Contest

This annual competition celebrates creativity and visual storytelling while giving participants the opportunity to showcase their work at the state level. Winning entries will be highlighted during National 4-H Week and displayed alongside the NC 4-H Exhibit at the N.C. State Fair in October.

Elevate Your Operation: 2026 NC Beef System Field Day Heads to the Mountains

Are you looking to sharpen your competitive edge in the beef industry? This summer, the NC Beef System Field Day is heading to the scenic mountains of Waynesville for a day dedicated to the future of cattle production.

Whether you’re a multi-generational producer or just starting your herd, this event offers a rare look at the cutting-edge technology and management strategies reshaping North Carolina agriculture.

Managing your Food Budget

Have you ever found yourself struggling to manage your monthly food budget? We all know it is important to do, but creating a budget can be time-consuming, requiring patience and attention to detail.

Healthcare Portals & MyChart at Peachtree

Has your doctor or healthcare provider ever mentioned MyChart? Come learn about this electronic health-record portal that works both in a web browser and in an app. We'll go over how MyChart can help you keep all your health information in one place, communicate with your providers, and have a virtual visit. You'll also learn about the portal's privacy and security features.

Rural Life for Cherokee County

Check out our new website pages! Rural Life for Cherokee County is an informative page where you can find relevant Information in Agriculture, Horticulture and many other resources in and around Cherokee County. 

Cherokee on the Fly 4-H Club is Back!

Cherokee on the Fly 4-H Club is starting back with some additional focus areas to go along with fly tying and fly fishing. The club is still open to all youth in grades 6-12.

We will still be learning about fly tying and fishing, but we will be more of an outdoor skills and adventure club. We will combine traditional skills like fly fishing, sport fishing, hunting, and trapping to develop curious, skilled youth who foster conservation of natural resources and safety.

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.

2026 West District 4-H Horse Clinic

Riders are welcome from all across Western North Carolina and other areas of the state to participate in this fun, 4-H Learn by Doing activity. Each morning starts with a safety meeting to ensure that safety concerns and procedures are followed throughout the clinic. On Monday and Tuesday, participants will saddle up and ride in their chosen discipline. Classes include Cloverbud, Novice/Beginner, Ranch/Western, English/Hunt Seat, Speed Events, and Non-trotting/Gaited horse classes. On Wednesday, we have a full day of cattle sorting and other mounted activities.

Master Gardener Speaker's Bureau Classes For 2026

The Extension Master Gardeners in Cherokee County have released the schedule for Speaker’s Bureau classes for 2026. Click and register for each class below to register. Registration closes 5 days before the date of the class.

Introduction to Podcasting

Podcasting offers a unique blend of accessibility, depth and connection. Allowing for on demand access, it can be an invaluable tool for content creators and businesses.The medium has the potential to position the creator as an expert, while fostering listener loyalty and trust.

Double Your Shopping Power: How to Use Double SNAP at the Murphy Farmers Market

Fresh, locally grown food is about to go twice as far for families in Cherokee County! If you receive SNAP/EBT benefits, you can get double the dollars (up to $20) for fresh fruits and vegetables at the Murphy Farmers Market.

Fall 2026

(August-December) Pesticide Safety Schools

The fall 2026 Pesticide Safety Schools are for pesticide applicators seeking initial licensing in one or more subcategories. Participants are encouraged to pre-order their pesticide manuals well in advance of the school by visiting pesticidemanuals.com

Enroll or Re-Enroll in 4-H for 2026

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-HOnline. If you created a new family profile in the 4-HOnline system during the 2025 program year – or – if you re-enrolled from a previous year – you have to update that record for the new 2026 - 2027 programmatic year.

Versatile Pantry

The Versatile Pantry curriculum teaches participants to identify the benefits of stocking a few staples, find strategies for creating a stocked pantry, and discusses a variety of meals that can be prepared from a set of staple ingredients.

2026 Forage and Livestock Webinar Series

The NC State Forage and Grassland Management Program has announced the schedule for the 2026 Forage and Livestock Annual Webinar Series. This educational series is designed to provide practical tools and research-based information to support pasture-based livestock production in North Carolina. To register for the program click on the dates below.

Grow and Graze Podcast

Learn about farming, gardening, horticulture, and more. There are ten episodes to tune in to. From Bee Keeping to Garden Basics, you will learn it here.  Join Doug Clement, Cherokee County Center Director/Ag Agent, for quick tips to help you this season.

Soil Sampling for Homeowners, Landowners and Gardeners

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.

An Overview of Image File Formats

Recently an obsolete PC, which had ceased operating over a decade ago, was brought into the Cherokee County Center. Irreplaceable images, audio and video had been lost when the system failed. Fortunately, the computer was restarted, and hundreds of files were recovered.

Agriculture Agent Assistance Can Be Requested Online

If you are a citizen of Cherokee County and have questions about farming, gardening and other type information, assistance can be requested online. Please use the link below to access our website and google form.

Cherokee County 4-H Clubs Meeting Times

Check out one of our great 4-H Clubs and enroll in one of our great 4-H clubs here in Cherokee County. Youth do not have to own animals, know how to tie flies, or know how to cook to join our clubs, but youth should be interested in learning about the focus areas of the clubs.

Tech Resources for Plant ID at Andrews

New tools to identify plants have a great deal of potential, but there are limitations. General search engines and specialized applications will be demonstrated and compared. Attend and explore the possibilities, while learning to discern when it may be suitable to utilize these methods to fulfill species recognition needs.