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Lincoln County Extension Overview

The Lincoln County Extension is part of the University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences and the College of Family and Consumer Sciences. We are also an educational division of the Lincoln County Board of Commissioners and the Lincoln County School Board.

Vision Statement

Our vision is to provide empowering, impactful programming containing unbiased, research-based information to Lincoln County residents in the areas of Agriculture and Natural Resources, 4-H Youth Development, and Family and Consumer Sciences.

Mission Statement

The mission of the University of Georgia Cooperative Extension Service since 1914 is to extend lifelong learning to Georgia citizens through unbiased, research-based education in agriculture, the environment, communities, youth and families.

Areas of Emphasis

Lincoln County Extension has an esteemed reputation in our region and a history of collaboration.
Working with local, state, and federal agencies allows our extension service to provide the most up-to-date, scientifically sound information to our residents. Lincoln County Extension is consistently looking for ways to build our reputation and collaborate in ways that are measurable and impactful in our county and beyond.

Lincoln County Extension is focused on and driven by the needs of our community.
Our staff are engaged and active in Lincoln County organizations and are invested in the success of our programming. Lincoln County Extension develops programs, seminars, and events based on needs assessment research done in our county and driven by our residents. We welcome all ideas and opportunities to grow and expand our program offerings in ways that support the prosperity of the county.

Lincoln County Extension operates with integrity and persistence in our pursuit of excellence.
We are transparent, communicative, and honest about our programs, efforts, and local impact. Lincoln County Extension actively follows Equal Opportunity/Civil Rights guidelines as set by UGA and the federal government and makes programs accessible to all residents. We are persistent in seeking ways to serve our community and provide appropriate opportunities and resources to our residents.

We do this by…

  • Providing technical support to agriculture producers and consumers.
  • Taking the lead to help Lincoln County citizens become healthier, more productive, financially independent and environmentally responsible.
  • Educating Lincoln County citizens with timely, accurate, comprehensive information.
  • Collaborating with local organizations to address issues facing communities, families and youth.
  • Earning a reputation for integrity and respecting all people.
  • Ensuring the Civil Rights/Equal Opportunity plan of UGA extension is followed and that volunteers and clientele understand Cooperative Extension offers educational programs, assistance, and materials to all people without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or veteran status.

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Upcoming Nearby Events

  • Oct 12 2026 Oconee County Bat Festival Join us at the 3rd annual Oconee County Bat Festival! It’s a free, family-friendly event all about our native, nocturnal, insect-eating friends: the bats. The festival will have educational talks, local vendors, games, activities, arts & crafts, and food. We’ll also have a plant sale for you to build a bat garden in your own yard. Celebrate the season by trick-or-treating around our booths and participating in our costume contest! We’ll even have Georgia DNR live bat ambassador Commissioner Gordon making a guest appearance! Finally, we'll be finishing out the night by going on a bat walk to listen in on wild bats who call the park home. The festival will be on Monday, 10/12, at Heritage Park in Watkinsville and will run from 4-8 p.m., with booths and vendors closing at 7:30 p.m. to lead into our bat walk. If you have any questions, please contact the Oconee County Extension office at 706-542-7078.
    • Watkinsville, GA - (59.0 Miles)
  • Nov 2 - Nov 3 Cotton Boll & Consumer Judging - Jackson Cotton Boll and Consumer Judging is a competitive judging contest where 4-H’ers learn about cotton as an agriculture commodity in our state as well as to promote cotton through commercials or advertisements. 4-H’ers gain skills in making rational decisions when purchasing goods and services while maximizing resources. https://georgia4h.org/programs/focus-areas/healthy-living/healthy-living-contests/cotton-boll-and-consumer-judging/
    • Jefferson, GA - (70.0 Miles)
  • Nov 10 - Nov 11 Cotton Boll & Consumer Judging - Watkinsville Cotton Boll and Consumer Judging is a competitive judging contest where 4-H’ers learn about cotton as an agriculture commodity in our state as well as to promote cotton through commercials or advertisements. 4-H’ers gain skills in making rational decisions when purchasing goods and services while maximizing resources. https://georgia4h.org/programs/focus-areas/healthy-living/healthy-living-contests/cotton-boll-and-consumer-judging/
    • Watkinsville, GA - (59.0 Miles)
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