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2012 Super Heroes in Training Summer Program

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Soil Testing Information

In North Carolina, most soils are acidic and low in nutrients. Good plant growth usually requires the addition of lime and fertilizer. Soil testing is the best way to find out how much to apply. The North Carolina Department of Agriculture offers soil testing and information for both commercial growers and home owners. Soil samples are usually analyzed within about a week, but may take longer from late fall through early spring due to heavy loads from farmers at this time. Results of the tests are posted on an online system. MORE

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4-H Summer Fun Program for 2012
Posted April 19th, 2012 in 4-H Youth Development

Brunswick County 4-H, sponsored by the North Carolina Cooperative Extension, will offer a variety of activities, field trips, and day camps for children through the “Super Heroes in Training” 4-H Summer Enrichment Program. This summer is full of fun, educational activities for youth to participate in, starting on June 18th. Also, this year, sign up for the Super Shamrock Chef Camp week, ending in a cooking competition! Super Soaker Science week will take you to ... MORE

TiLT Conference
Posted March 23rd, 2012 in 4-H Youth Development

February 10th through February 12th thirteen Brunswick County teens trained and planned for the 2012 4-H year, through an innovative 4-H program called Teens in Leadership Training (TiLT). These teens spent the weekend at Fort Caswell and were trained in Experiential Learning, Ages and Stages, team building, program planning and much more. TiLT teens lead, supervise, help plan and assist with Brunswick County 4-H Summer Fun Programming and school enrichment. This is the second year ... MORE

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