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  • Jan 26 - Feb 28 Journeyman Farmer Small Fruit and Vegetable Training Registration Open for March Classes UGA Extension in Carroll & Paulding Counties are hosting a Journeyman Farmer Certification program that provides comprehensive training for beginning farmers. Registration closes on February 27. Class dates are listed below. The program requires a two-step training: Step 1 - Small Farm Business Planning-In person, Monday March 9 - 9 am until 5 pm. Step 2 – Step 2- Small Fruit & Vegetable Production In-person training (with required at-home, online preparation) Monday, March 16, 23, and 30- 9 am until 4 pm. Step 3- Hands-on-Production & Intern/Mentorship Opportunities -By application, dependent on availability of mentor/intern farm and successful completion of Steps 1 and 2. Cost for Part 1: $25 Cost for Part 2: $75 *Participants must complete Step One Small Farm Business Planning before participating in Step Two. For more information, contact the Carroll County Extension Office at 770-836-8546.
    • Carrollton, GA - (59.0 Miles)
  • Feb 2 - May 1 2026 Cloverleaf Camp--Rock Eagle 4-H Center, Eatonton, GA Calling all 4th-6th graders! Cloverleaf Camp is the chance for elementary and middle school students to put their love of outdoor adventures to the test! This week-long camp held at one of the Georgia 4-H Centers located around the state provides an exciting overnight camping experience along with hands-on learning to create memories that will last a lifetime. Forsyth County 4-H will attend Cloverleaf Camp at Rock Eagle 4-H Center in Eatonton from June 8-12, 2026. Cost is $475 and includes transportation from our 5110 Piney Grove Road office, a camp t-shirt, and insurance. Initial deposit of $125 is non-refundable. Registration will open in January 2026. Space is limited, so register early!
    • Cumming, GA - (19.0 Miles)
  • Feb 12 - Feb 13 Poultry Judging Certified Coaches' Training https://georgia4h.org/programs/focus-areas/agriculture-stem/agriculture/livestock-and-animal-projects/judging-teams/poultry/
    • Perry, GA - (134.0 Miles)
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