Thursday, March 16, 2017

Blueberry Orders Due Soon . . . . .

Blueberry bushJust a reminder . . .just one week left to get those blueberry orders in!!! Orders are due Friday, March 24th. . . we have 11 varieties available. Plants are potted and well established. To order or for more information  visit the link below . . . http://alleghany4h.blogspot.com/…/2017-alleghany-4-h-plant-…

Friday, March 3, 2017

Horticulture Science Summer Institute



The Horticultural Science Summer Institute will be July 9-14, 2017 and is sponsored by North Carolina State University and North Carolina Cooperative Extension 4-H Youth Program with the Department of Horticultural Science.   High school-aged youth (rising sophomores, juniors and seniors) are invited to apply to a weeklong, residential horticultural experience on the campus of NC State University. 

youth in greenhouse looking at flowers
Youth will have hands-on opportunities to explore a broad range of horticultural possibilities from breeding better fruits and vegetables, growing a diverse selection of woody ornamentals, lengthening the life of cut flowers, learning sustainable production practices and delving into practical and molecular tools that enhance our understanding of plant processes. Participants will visit a variety of horticultural businesses. Youth will also be introduced to career possibilities, college-making decisions and leadership development and enjoy evening entertainment and team-building activities.  

The cost of the institute will be $550 with a $150 deposit due upon application acceptance. All lodging, workshop materials and field trips and most meals are provided. Scholarships may be available. Applications are due Friday, April 15th and notification of acceptance will follow shortly thereafter. 

Please contact Liz Driscoll at liz_driscoll@ncsu.edu or 919.513.7346919.886.3424 with any questions or comments. 

Youth should apply here by April 15th. For more information visit the HSSI webpage.

Environmental Exploration Day

Environmental Exploration Day

Are you a high school sophomore or junior interested in the environment? If so, join us for this exciting 1-day event and discover how our majors in the College of Natural Resources (CNR) address environmental challenges using science, technology, and engineering.

kids in a forest
Attend NC State’s Environmental Exploration Day to find out how our graduates address these challenges every day!
  • Addressing some of the world’s greatest environmental challenges
  • Engineering more sustainable products and processes
  • Preserving ecosystems for native wildlife
  • Developing ways to make “going green” more appealing to businesses
  • Learning how to conserve forests for future generations
  • Securing a healthier, more sustainable world
 March 25, 2017
9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Learn more about Environmental Exploration Day »

Summer Camp 2017

It's not too soon to start thinking about camp.  We'll be heading to Betsy-Jeff Penn 4-H camp in Reidsville from July 16 - 21.  Camp is open to youth ages 8+ (at time of camp) and we are excited about another awesome year.  Campers will get to participate in canoeing, archery, swimming, horseback riding, rope course, arts and crafts and more.  Don't miss out on this life changing opportunity!!  Spots are being reserved now and are very limited.  $50 will reserve your space.  For more information visit the link or contact the office at 336-372-5597.

Campers are grouped by age and experience| Traditional 8-12; Adventurer 12-13; Trekker 13
-14; LIT (Leader in Training) 15-16.

Summer Camp Brochure

Summer Camp Forms

Trekker Forms

LIT Forms