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Mission
To extend lifelong learning from the University of Georgia to the everyday lives of Georgia citizens through current, research-based education in agriculture, the environment, communities, youth and families.
What is UGA Extension?
UGA Extension operates through a unique partnership with Burke County, the University of Georgia, the U. S. Department of Agriculture and the State of Georgia. UGA Cooperative Extension was founded in 1914 to bring research-based information to the people of Georgia backed by specialists and a network of resources. Today, UGA Extension serves more than 2.6 million Georgians annually. From publications to in-person workshops and events, Extension is ready to meet the needs of the state and its communities. UGA Extension is on the forefront of food safety, technology, research, and education; keeping Georgia’s economy strong and making life better for Georgians. Learn more about Extension.
Our Promise
UGA Extension Burke County links resources of the University of Georgia, Fort Valley State University, and Burke County to provide educational programs, information, and assistance to the citizens of our community. We promise to provide practical education you can trust, to help people, businesses and our community solve problems, develop skills and build a better future from the ground up.
Burke County Office Contact Info
- Shipping: 715 West 6th Street Burke County Office Park Waynesboro, GA 30830
- Mailing: P. O. Box 300 Waynesboro, GA 30830-0300
- Email: uge3033@uga.edu
- Phone: 706-554-2119
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Upcoming Events
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Dec 9 Richmond County 4-H Community Club Richmond County Cloverleaf Community 4-H Club is open to 4th and 5th grade students who do not have 4-H in their schools but are interested in meeting new people, engaging activities, public speaking, science, leadership experiences, and community service opportunities.
- Hephzibah, GA - (15.0 Miles)
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Dec 13 Richmond County 4-H Gardening Club Our Mission Statement: The purpose of youth gardening is to introduce gardening, conservation, protection of wildlife, recognition of plants, trees, and shrubs, basic flowering, and a love and appreciation of nature. The goal is that they will be future citizens who will be responsible and capable with greater self-expression, dignity, integrity, and knowledge of their environment. We are dedicated to growing minds in a stimulating, secure, and privileged environment through our high-quality, early-learning enrichment classes prior to planting any seeds. Richmond County 4-H Gardening Club is open to 4th-12th grade students who are interested in learning more about gardening and pollinators. The club is led by Augusta Area Master Gardener, Ms. Joy Brown. The club meets once a month on a Saturday morning, 10:00am-11:30am, at 2473 Golden Camp Rd., Augusta, GA. A participation fee of $5.00 is due for each participant, once per school year. Contact Pam Crawford at pamela.crawford@uga.edu for more information.
- Augusta, GA - (18.0 Miles)
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Jan 10 Richmond County 4-H Small Animal Club Small Animal Club is open to Richmond County youth in 4th through 12th grades during the 2025-2026 school year. Members will learn basic skills about caring for a small pet at each meeting. Throughout the year, members will be introduced to various small animals. Small Animal Club will meet one Saturday per month in September, October, November, January, February, March, April and May, 10:00am-11:00am at 2413 Willis Foreman Road, Hephzibah GA, 30815 in Willis Foreman Elementary School. All members are required to enroll in Richmond County 4-H and pay a $10.00 registration fee to participate in Small Animal Club. You can contact Winnie Garrett at wbg1@uga.edu for more information about Small Animal Club or to get more details about an upcoming meeting.
- Hephzibah, GA - (15.0 Miles)