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UGA Extension Banks County links the resources of the University of Georgia and Banks County to provide educational programs, information, and assistance to the citizens of Banks County. UGA Extension Banks County helps the citizens of Banks County by addressing the following initiatives:
- Family and Economic Well-Being
- Conservation and Management of Natural Resources
- Agriculture Programming and Research Opportunities
- Improving Nutrition, Diet and Health
- Revitalizing Rural America
- Water Quality
- Youth Leadership
- 4-H Youth Development Program
- Service Learning/Citizenship
If you'd like to learn about building a safer environment for your children or protecting the environment we all share, avoiding chronic diseases like diabetes with healthy food or training food handlers in your cafeteria, the University of Georgia Extension program is the place to start.
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Learning for Life is the goal of the department which, in turn, helps citizens make informed decisions with research based non-biased information. Just call 1-800-ASK-UGA1 (275-8421) from anywhere in Georgia. You'll be automatically connected to the UGA Extension office in that county.
UGA Extension Banks County
413 Evans Street
P.O. Box 157
Homer, GA 30547
Phone: (706) 677-6230
Fax: (706) 677-6233
Email: uge1011@uga.edu
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Upcoming Events in Banks County and Beyond
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Jun 1 - Aug 12 Applications for the 2026 Northwest Georgia Master Naturalist Program are available The Georgia Master Naturalist Program is a hands-on environmental education course that explores Georgia's habitats and ecosystems and the human impacts on these environments. This 9-week program consists of weekly field trips with in-depth lectures from experts on a variety of environmental and ecological topics. Transportation can be arranged for limited number of participants from one of the three host counties. The program days are from 9:00am to 4:00pm, not including drive time. Registration is complete once you have completed the online application and paid the fee in full through the Cobb County Extension Office. Space is limited and registration will remain open until August 12 or when all spaces are filled. You can mark your calendar for these program dates: August 27-Master Naturalist Orientation, Fridays in September: September 11, September 18, September 25. Thursdays in October: October 1, October 8, October 15, October 22, October 29-30-Overnight-Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center
- Dallas, GA - (84.0 Miles)
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Jun 25 Clarkesville Home Canning Class - Green Beans Join us for one or all of our 2025 home canning classes. Each class will take place at the Habersham County Extension office, from 4pm-6:30pm. Your $30 registration fee includes all materials. You must pre-register, either online or by calling 706-754-2318. In this class we will PRESSURE CAN GREEN BEANS.
- Clarkesville, GA - (24.0 Miles)
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Jun 26 Small Acreage - Obtainable Farming This program is for those interested in starting a farm or small operation, but who may have limited land or resources. Join us for this free program to learn about different options and opportunities that may be possible with the land you have. Lunch will be provided.
- Madison, GA - (53.0 Miles)
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Jul 7 College Applications & Scholarships Writing Workshop Are you a rising high school senior planning to attend college? Whether you already have a draft or have no idea where to begin, join me as I go over key factors to consider when building your college list, differentiate the application platforms, highlight a few scholarship opportunities, break down the main components of the application process, and provide you with writing tips. After the presentation, you’ll have time to work on your essays and receive feedback from both peers and me. Bring your questions and your laptop if you prefer typing your essay! This is workshop 3 out of 4 this summer 2026; attend the upcoming workshop on July 21 for additional support!
- Griffin, GA - (88.0 Miles)
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Jul 9 Eastanollee Cannery Workshop - Blueberry Pie Filling - 10am-12:30pm Learn the basics of canning safely and get hands-on experience using the Eastanollee Cannery. Each date has 2 identical sessions: 10am-12:30pm and 4pm-6:30pm. Choose the session that works best for your schedule. Registration is REQUIRED and can be done online or by calling 706-677-6230. In this class we'll can BLUEBERRY PIE FILLING.
- Eastanollee, GA - (14.0 Miles)
