Camden Extension Connections: February 2025

(Updated: Feb. 11, 2025, 4:23 a.m.)

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New Positions Coming to Camden Extension!

We’re excited to announce the upcoming addition of two new positions to our Extension office team, aimed at expanding the services we provide to our community. One position is a Family and Consumer Sciences Agent, dedicated to Camden County, with a focus on health and nutrition programming and food demonstrations. The second position is a 4-H Program Assistant Life Skills Coach, dedicated to supporting at-risk youth through programming that fosters personal growth and resilience. These roles are part of our ongoing commitment to enriching lives and building a healthier, stronger community.


Upcoming Extension Events

4-H Online Re-Enrollment


It's that time of year again to re-enroll in the online 4-H enrollment system, 4-H Online.  For more information and instructions, please visit:  Enrolling in 4-H


If you have questions or have difficulties please contact our office and we will assist you.

State 4-H Camp

Join us for a week at the Eastern 4-H Center in Columbia, NC this summer.  We have spaces for the following:

2 Females-Ages 8-12
1 Male-8-12
1 Male-13-14
1 Female-15-18 (this is a Leader In Training spot)

We will be camping June 15-20.  Contact our office for more information or to pay a deposit.

4-H Logo with livestock outlines.

2025 Albemarle Area 4-H Livestock Show & Sale

The 2025 Albemarle Area 4-H Livestock Show & Sale will take place April 29 & 30.  Anyone wishing to participate should register online at:  go.ncsu.edu/2025registration no later than February 28th.  If you need helping securing an animal please contact our office.
Children in a kayak.

Outdoor Adventures


Get ready for Outdoor Adventures with 4-H! These programs are free of charge and open to youth ages 8-16!

February 17th 4:30-5:30 Make bird feeders and a birdhouse at Cornerstone Baptist Church (located 145 U.S. Hwy 158 W, Camden, NC (next to Old Hwy 34 grill)
March 17th 4:30-5:30 Make a constellation key chain and star finder at Cornerstone Baptist Church
April 17th Kayaking 4:00-5:30 at Treasure Point (weather permitting)

Register Online:  go.ncsu.edu/2025outdooradventures

Beginner Photography Workshop


Join our Beginner Photography Workshop and unlock your creative potential! Designed for youth ages 12-18, this hands-on workshop will teach you how to capture stunning images using a smartphone, iPad, or any camera with adjustable settings. You'll dive into essential photography techniques such as composition, lighting, and manual adjustments, transforming the way you see and take photos. No prior experience is needed—just bring your enthusiasm and your device of choice! By the end of the session, you'll have the skills and confidence to take creative, high-quality shots wherever you go.


Where: Camden County Library Ages: 12-18 Date: February 18, 2025 Time: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Cost: Free

Register Online: go.ncsu.edu/photography

Camden County Photo Contest

Camden Tourism along with the Friends of the Camden County Public Library, Camden County 4-H and TowneBank are launching our 2025 #CaptureCamdenNC Photo Contest beginning Jan. 7th  through April 7th.  For more information and to enter the contest please visit: Camden Photo Contests

Upcoming Agriculture Meetings


Camden/Currituck Soybean Production Meeting:  Dr. Carrie Ortel February 13, 2025 12:00-2:00 p.m. Currituck Extension Center 1 hour N, O, X & D Register online: go.ncsu.edu/2025soybeanproductionmeeting
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