Atoka County OSU Extension

06/09/2026

🌞 June 4‑H Photo Challenge Theme: Summer Fun
June’s theme is all about celebrating the best parts of summer!

Think swimming, playing outside, sunshine, adventures, or anything that shows how YOU enjoy summer.
Children do not have to be in the photo — creativity counts.

📸 How to participate:
Submit your entry by commenting your photo on this post with the following information:

Name
Grade
Camera type
Photo title
Why it fits the theme

🗓 Deadline: All June entries are due June 26th.

Let’s see your summer fun moments! 💚🍀

06/05/2026

https://extension.okstate.edu/programs/livestock-entomology/new-world-screwworm-info

Information relating to the current spread and distribution of new world screwworm.

06/01/2026

Registration deadline has moved to June 10!!! Still time to register!!!

The registration deadline is Monday, June 1st.

NEW! Registration and fee will be handled on ZSuite this year. All youth, parents, volunteers, educators, etc. who are attending need to register and pay the $5 registration fee per person for the event.

Certified volunteers can register at the link, all other adults will need to be added to a youth’s registration. Registration Link: https://4h.zsuite.org/event-registrations/47525

Every youth must complete the youth participation form on ZSuite, or bring a paper copy, found here: https://4h.okstate.edu/educators/forms-and-applications/site-files/docs/youth-forms/form-1-youth-participation-f

Any questions, please contact your local extension office.

05/29/2026

Need answers about chickens, gardening, food preservation, lawn care or just about anything else agriculture-related? 🐓🌱🍅

ExtensionBot is an AI-powered assistant trained to help connect you with research-based information from OSU Extension, available 24/7. Whether you’re caring for a backyard flock, troubleshooting your garden or looking for livestock nutrition tips, ExtensionBot is ready to help.

Try it today at the link in our bio or below.
🔗: https://extension.okstate.edu/extensionbot

05/19/2026

SAVE THE DATE! 🌿🦌

Ready to take your deer food plots to the next level this year? Whether you're managing for hunting, improving deer nutrition, or just wanting a healthier, more productive property for wildlife—this FREE virtual workshop is for you.

📅 Tuesday, August 4, 2026
⏰ 6:30 PM (CST)
📍 Virtual via Zoom — join from anywhere (yes, even in your PJs!)

Join an OSU Extension Wildlife Specialist as they cover:
✔️ Food plot planning for deer hunting
✔️ Nutritional needs and forage selection
✔️ Site preparation and establishment
✔️ What to plant and when to plant
✔️ General food plot management
✔️ Deer range management in Oklahoma

This webinar will run approximately 1.5 hours and is completely FREE to attend.

👉 Sign up by August 1st:
https://forms.office.com/r/QGHjtVy2cD

(You can also register using the QR code on the flyer!)

📧 The Zoom link will be sent out the day before the program (August 3rd), so be sure to get registered.

Have questions? Contact County Ag Educator Hannah at 918-746-3725.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to make your food plots work harder for you and your wildlife! 🌱

05/15/2026

5 likes. "The Key to Stronger Bermudagrass Starts with Nitrogen | Cow-Calf Corner"

05/11/2026

We’re kicking off our summer photo challenge!

For May, share a photo that shows your happy place — a spot, activity, or moment that brings you joy, peace, or comfort.

📸 How to participate:
Submit your entry by commenting your photo on this post with the following information:

Name
Grade
Camera type
Photo title
Why it fits the theme

🗓 Deadline: All May entries are due May 25.

Can’t wait to see what makes you smile! 💚🍀

04/30/2026

Hello 4-H families!

We have created our own county wide page to keep all 4-H things combined.

May-Aug photo challenge themes will be posted on this page so make sure you are following it!

An informational page for Atoka County 4-H members.

04/30/2026

❗️REMINDER❗️

Atoka 4-H club car wash this Saturday, May 2nd!!!!