Learn to Eat the “Med Way” With Our Virtual Med Instead of Meds Class
Changing the way we eat is never easy, but N.C. Cooperative Extension has some great tips and tricks to …
Health & Nutrition
Extension offers a wealth of educational programs that help people make healthier, better-informed decisions and grow our economy. Programs cover a variety of areas from local foods and food safety to gardening and environmental efforts.
It’s Your Heart; Take Care of It!
Friday, February 5 is “National Wear Red Day” in support of Women’s Heart Health. Cardiovascular disease is the No. …
Live Monthly Food Demos!
Do you love learning new recipes and cooking techniques? Would you like to try new vegetables and really enjoy …
On-Demand Cooking and Food Preservation Classes
Start the New Year off by learning some new skills. N.C. Cooperative Extension, Camden County Center is providing two …
Making Small Meals Festive - Holiday Class
The end of 2020 is here and the holidays are in sight! If you’re looking for ideas to make …
FREE Holiday Challenge Begins Next Month!
This holiday season, the only thing that should be “stuffed” is the turkey. Many Americans gain between 1 and …
2020 Fall Cooking Class Series
N.C. Cooperative Extension, Camden County Center is holding a live online fall cooking class. All classes will be hosted …
2020 On-Demand Virtual Food Preservation Series
N.C. Cooperative Extension, Camden County Center is holding a series of FREE virtual home food preservation classes that you …
Homegrown and Homemade Contest
Did you create, bake, grow, or preserve something awesome during quarantine? Show it off at our virtual Homegrown and …
Into the Wild Series!
Nature awaits! Come along with 4-H Program Assistant, Marcia Berry, as she shares activities and benefits of enjoying the …
Walking for Fitness
Join Olivia to learn how to stay active and fit. Learn about walking for …
Wheat From Farm to Fork
Of the major crops grown annually in Camden County, wheat is the only crop we plant in one calendar …
Dehydration-Fruit Leather
If you have a ton of fruit on hand or want a fun activity to do with your kids …
Desk Yoga With Olivia
Do you need something to ease you back into working in an office? Try this desk yoga sequence anytime …
Mediterranean Cooking - Kachumber Salad
Do you want to learn a delicious and interesting dish to have on hand when you need a snack? …
Virtual Instant Pot Cooking Class
If your electric pressure cooker is still in the box then join me as we go through the ins …
2020 Virtual Home Canning Series
N.C. Cooperative Extension, Currituck County Center is holding a series of FREE virtual home canning classes from Noon–1 p.m. …
Stay Active With Yoga
Gyms are closed, but you can still stay active with yoga in your very own living. Join me on …
Learn to Make Freezer Jam
It’s almost time to have fresh produce readily available, so let’s learn how to make freezer …
Let's Get Active at Home!
During this difficult time all our regular gyms and parks are closed, and it can be hard to stay …
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- Family and Consumer Sciences Program
- Food Safety
- Local Food
- NC Cooperative Extension Disaster Information Center
- NC Fresh Produce Safety
- Steps to Health: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education
- Therapeutic Horticulture
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At Your Door Step: A Family Factsheet on Outdoor Play and Learning
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