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2024 Drink Water, Georgia!  And Food Talk text message sign up.  This is Cook County second year active in this out reach across the SWD and Georgia.  Cook Co. Extension placed 6th in the State of Georgia, in 2023 with 105 signing up in pledging to drink more water.


Anna Cook & Bella Cain- Cook Co. 4-h'ers
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4-H Agent, Katrina Searcy pleading to drink more water@

Upcoming Events

  • Apr 26 - Apr 28 NE/NW District Junior Rally (6th - 8th Grades) - Wahsega 4-H Event
    • Dahlonega, GA - (242.0 Miles)
  • Apr 3 No Till Gardening at Home This presentation will walk you through the principles and practices of no-till gardening, a sustainable method that enhances soil health and biodiversity by minimizing soil disturbance. Learn how to create a thriving garden with less labor, reduce erosion, and improve water retention while fostering a rich ecosystem right in your backyard. Lisa Klein uncovers the secrets of no-till gardening and transform your home garden into a haven of productivity and resilience. This webinar counts towards the Continuing Education requirements for the Master Gardener Extension Volunteers.
    • Virtual Event
  • Apr 4 Advanced Fruit Growing: Grafting Apple and Pears In this workshop attendees will learn the process and techniques to successfully graft trees. We will walk you through the process of marrying scion and rootstock. Participants will be provided with a choice of 4 semi-dwarf apple or pear rootstock which will mature to a perfect sized tree (10-15') for most people to manage. Numerous apple, pear and asian pear scion varieties will be available to select from. Many heirloom, disease resistant and even Georgia varieties on hand which will range in ripening windows from June - November. Grafting knives, parafilm and labels will be available for use.
    • Canton, GA - (221.0 Miles)
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Upcoming Events

  • Apr 26 - Apr 28 NE/NW District Junior Rally (6th - 8th Grades) - Wahsega 4-H Event
    • Dahlonega, GA - (242.0 Miles)
  • Apr 3 No Till Gardening at Home This presentation will walk you through the principles and practices of no-till gardening, a sustainable method that enhances soil health and biodiversity by minimizing soil disturbance. Learn how to create a thriving garden with less labor, reduce erosion, and improve water retention while fostering a rich ecosystem right in your backyard. Lisa Klein uncovers the secrets of no-till gardening and transform your home garden into a haven of productivity and resilience. This webinar counts towards the Continuing Education requirements for the Master Gardener Extension Volunteers.
    • Virtual Event
  • Apr 4 Advanced Fruit Growing: Grafting Apple and Pears In this workshop attendees will learn the process and techniques to successfully graft trees. We will walk you through the process of marrying scion and rootstock. Participants will be provided with a choice of 4 semi-dwarf apple or pear rootstock which will mature to a perfect sized tree (10-15') for most people to manage. Numerous apple, pear and asian pear scion varieties will be available to select from. Many heirloom, disease resistant and even Georgia varieties on hand which will range in ripening windows from June - November. Grafting knives, parafilm and labels will be available for use.
    • Canton, GA - (221.0 Miles)
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Upcoming Events

  • Apr 26 - Apr 28 NE/NW District Junior Rally (6th - 8th Grades) - Wahsega 4-H Event
    • Dahlonega, GA - (242.0 Miles)
  • Apr 3 No Till Gardening at Home This presentation will walk you through the principles and practices of no-till gardening, a sustainable method that enhances soil health and biodiversity by minimizing soil disturbance. Learn how to create a thriving garden with less labor, reduce erosion, and improve water retention while fostering a rich ecosystem right in your backyard. Lisa Klein uncovers the secrets of no-till gardening and transform your home garden into a haven of productivity and resilience. This webinar counts towards the Continuing Education requirements for the Master Gardener Extension Volunteers.
    • Virtual Event
  • Apr 4 Advanced Fruit Growing: Grafting Apple and Pears In this workshop attendees will learn the process and techniques to successfully graft trees. We will walk you through the process of marrying scion and rootstock. Participants will be provided with a choice of 4 semi-dwarf apple or pear rootstock which will mature to a perfect sized tree (10-15') for most people to manage. Numerous apple, pear and asian pear scion varieties will be available to select from. Many heirloom, disease resistant and even Georgia varieties on hand which will range in ripening windows from June - November. Grafting knives, parafilm and labels will be available for use.
    • Canton, GA - (221.0 Miles)
See All Events

Upcoming Events

  • Apr 26 - Apr 28 NE/NW District Junior Rally (6th - 8th Grades) - Wahsega 4-H Event
    • Dahlonega, GA - (242.0 Miles)
  • Apr 3 No Till Gardening at Home This presentation will walk you through the principles and practices of no-till gardening, a sustainable method that enhances soil health and biodiversity by minimizing soil disturbance. Learn how to create a thriving garden with less labor, reduce erosion, and improve water retention while fostering a rich ecosystem right in your backyard. Lisa Klein uncovers the secrets of no-till gardening and transform your home garden into a haven of productivity and resilience. This webinar counts towards the Continuing Education requirements for the Master Gardener Extension Volunteers.
    • Virtual Event
  • Apr 4 Advanced Fruit Growing: Grafting Apple and Pears In this workshop attendees will learn the process and techniques to successfully graft trees. We will walk you through the process of marrying scion and rootstock. Participants will be provided with a choice of 4 semi-dwarf apple or pear rootstock which will mature to a perfect sized tree (10-15') for most people to manage. Numerous apple, pear and asian pear scion varieties will be available to select from. Many heirloom, disease resistant and even Georgia varieties on hand which will range in ripening windows from June - November. Grafting knives, parafilm and labels will be available for use.
    • Canton, GA - (221.0 Miles)
See All Events

Upcoming Events

  • Apr 26 - Apr 28 NE/NW District Junior Rally (6th - 8th Grades) - Wahsega 4-H Event
    • Dahlonega, GA - (242.0 Miles)
  • Apr 3 No Till Gardening at Home This presentation will walk you through the principles and practices of no-till gardening, a sustainable method that enhances soil health and biodiversity by minimizing soil disturbance. Learn how to create a thriving garden with less labor, reduce erosion, and improve water retention while fostering a rich ecosystem right in your backyard. Lisa Klein uncovers the secrets of no-till gardening and transform your home garden into a haven of productivity and resilience. This webinar counts towards the Continuing Education requirements for the Master Gardener Extension Volunteers.
    • Virtual Event
  • Apr 4 Advanced Fruit Growing: Grafting Apple and Pears In this workshop attendees will learn the process and techniques to successfully graft trees. We will walk you through the process of marrying scion and rootstock. Participants will be provided with a choice of 4 semi-dwarf apple or pear rootstock which will mature to a perfect sized tree (10-15') for most people to manage. Numerous apple, pear and asian pear scion varieties will be available to select from. Many heirloom, disease resistant and even Georgia varieties on hand which will range in ripening windows from June - November. Grafting knives, parafilm and labels will be available for use.
    • Canton, GA - (221.0 Miles)
See All Events

Upcoming Events

  • Apr 26 - Apr 28 NE/NW District Junior Rally (6th - 8th Grades) - Wahsega 4-H Event
    • Dahlonega, GA - (242.0 Miles)
  • Apr 3 No Till Gardening at Home This presentation will walk you through the principles and practices of no-till gardening, a sustainable method that enhances soil health and biodiversity by minimizing soil disturbance. Learn how to create a thriving garden with less labor, reduce erosion, and improve water retention while fostering a rich ecosystem right in your backyard. Lisa Klein uncovers the secrets of no-till gardening and transform your home garden into a haven of productivity and resilience. This webinar counts towards the Continuing Education requirements for the Master Gardener Extension Volunteers.
    • Virtual Event
  • Apr 4 Advanced Fruit Growing: Grafting Apple and Pears In this workshop attendees will learn the process and techniques to successfully graft trees. We will walk you through the process of marrying scion and rootstock. Participants will be provided with a choice of 4 semi-dwarf apple or pear rootstock which will mature to a perfect sized tree (10-15') for most people to manage. Numerous apple, pear and asian pear scion varieties will be available to select from. Many heirloom, disease resistant and even Georgia varieties on hand which will range in ripening windows from June - November. Grafting knives, parafilm and labels will be available for use.
    • Canton, GA - (221.0 Miles)
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Here are some of UGA Extension's most popular resources on family, food, health, home, and money.

UGA Extension Mental Well-being The UGA Extension Behavioral Health Team offers resources on emotional well-being, stress management and substance abuse prevention for farmers and farm families.
eLearning with UGA SNAP-Ed 24/7 Tips to live a more active lifestyle, shop smarter, make healthier food choices, and cook delicious meals on a budget! Receive free kitchen and fitness items.
Start a New Food Business A collection of resources to help you get started with your small food business.
Food Talk Eat healthy and get moving on a budget. Find free online nutrition education courses, recipes, and other resources.
Marriage Matters Series Looking for ways to strengthen your relationship? Whether you have just started dating, have been married for a while, or have been married more than once, we can always use some guidance in developing and maintaining a healthy and satisfying relationship.
Childcare Provider Training Entity-approved training to help child care providers meet state licensing requirements. Check the calendar for training events near you.
Your Good Credit Series Establishing, maintaining, and protecting Your Good Credit can save you thousands of dollars over time. This series will teach you the basics of credit reports and scores.
So Easy to Preserve This book covers topics on preserving food, canning, pickled products, sweet spreads and syrups, freezing and drying. Available for purchase only.
Eat Healthy, Be Active A flexible 3-week schedule of hands-on activities meant to improve young children's health and well-being by teaching key nutrition and physical activity concepts.
Radon Education Radon is a colorless, tasteless odorless gas that can cause lung cancer. It occurs naturally and is released into the soil, easily entering buildings through the foundation. The only way to know if you have radon is to test.
Building Baby's Brain Series What happens during a child's first few years makes a big difference in the child's later life. This series helps parents learn strategies to improve early brain development.