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The Oglethorpe County Extension Office serves as a Public Service and Outreach branch of the University of Georgia. Our goal is to translate the science of everyday living for families, farmers, and communities to foster a healthy and prosperous Georgia. We do this within three main program areas: Agriculture and Natural Resources, 4-H Youth Development, and Family and Consumer Sciences.
Office Hours
Our regular office hours are 8am-12pm, 1pm-5pm Monday thru Friday. These hours are subject to change around holidays.
From Our Blog
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We’re Nearing Christmas Tree SeasonEach year as the Halloween candy is eaten in our home, there is a debate about when we should start to decorate for Christmas. I make it no secret that Christmas is my favorite holiday and I’m a better person when Christmas tunes are on the radio. I get a head start buying presents in […]
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Food Safety in Severe Storms and HurricanesSevere storms and hurricanes can lead to power outages and flooding. This can lead to unsafe food and drinking water. Prior planning can help you prepare for the storm with safe food and water. Before the Storm: After the Storm
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An EGGcellent Start to the School YearWritten by Emily Williams, FACS Agent School is back in full swing and the days are filled to the brim with after school sports, practices and more. With the start of school comes busy and chaotic mornings that could lead to grabbing a biscuit on the go or skipping breakfast all together. Many studies have […]