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 …
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.
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 …
Fresh from the Garden - Pico De Gallo
When I am planning my summer garden I make sure it includes, tomatoes, peppers, and herbs. Not only are …
This Is Stressful!
So… How are you doing? I bet everyone is asking you that right now. I get asked several times …
Making Pizza!
Everyone loves pizza. Here is a video showing you step by step how to make your very own pizzas. …
Food Safety COVID-19 Resources
Some best practices for preparing for COVID-19 and managing risk for individuals at home and for food environments such …
Starting Your Own Garden
If you are thinking about planting a garden this spring we have some resources that you may find helpful. For …
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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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Snacking and Cooking With Cool-Season Produce From Childcare Production Gardens
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Growing Cool-Season Vegetables in Childcare Production Gardens
This publication focuses on easy-to-grow, child-friendly, cool-season vegetables suitable for childcare center gardening. This is …
Growing Warm-Season Fruits and Vegetables in Childcare Production Gardens
This publication focuses on easy-to-grow, child-friendly, warm-season fruits and vegetables suitable for childcare center gardening. …