Clemson Extension Horry County

08/24/2026

Did you know that the Clemson Cooperative Extension office in Horry County serves as a Mother’s Milk Bank of South Carolina depot site?

Check out this feature with Rural Health and Nutrition Agent Bailee Floyd, who took over management of the Horry County depot site four years ago! Since then, the depot has continued to grow and serve as a local resource for milk donors while supporting babies across South Carolina.

We’re proud to be a part of this important work! 🩵

For Breastfeeding Awareness Month, we're proud to highlight one of our amazing Milk Drop Depot locations!

📍 Horry County Clemson Extension has been a valued MMBSC depot site for the past four years, helping local donors make a lifesaving impact. Thanks to the dedication of Site Champion Bailee and the generosity of Horry County donors, more than 17,000 ounces of donor milk have been collected and sent to the Mothers' Milk Bank of South Carolina!

Our depot site champions are the heart of our statewide donation network, making it easier for approved donors to share their extra milk with vulnerable infants in need. Thank you, Bailee, for your commitment to supporting donor families and helping ensure donor milk reaches the babies who need it most. 💜🍼

08/21/2026

We are getting into peak hurricane season! Whether you need a reminder of best practices for preparing for a tropical storm or hurricane, or if you are new to tropical weather, this webinar is for you. The talk will be recorded and is free.

It's easy to become complacent about hurricanes, but it is better to be prepared than panicked!

Tuesday, August 25 at Noon, register at https://farmprep26.eventbrite.com to receive the link.

08/20/2026

The Great Southeast Pollinator Census

HAPPENING TOMORROW and SATURDAY– In as little as 15 minutes, you can contribute valuable pollinator data from your own yard or at a community event near you!

Join SC Master Gardeners and Clemson Cooperative Extension, for the Great Southeast Pollinator Census on August 21–22 to learn about the insects in your area and contribute data to help expand scientific knowledge and protect pollinators! Pick a favorite pollinator plant — anything in your garden showing insect activity — and count the insects that land on its flowers for 15 minutes. You don't need to be an entomologist; counts are sorted into a few simple categories, and an Insect Counting and Identification Guide plus instructional videos are available on the website

Find all the information and resources you need here: https://gsepc.org

08/19/2026

The 2026 SC Annie's Project Retreat is still open for applications! We are excited to be hosting this program in our county. https://bit.ly/APR26Interest

Location- SC FFA Center (many call it the FFA Campground) in North Myrtle Beach (Cherry Grove), SC. Our classes will be held in the Guest House living room or on the back porch overlooking Cherry Grove.

Dates: September 21-24, 2026

Tentative Agenda Outline:
September 21- Welcome Dinner 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
September 22- 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM sessions, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM farm tour + dinner
September 23- 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM sessions, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM farm tour + dinner
September 24- 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM- CPR/First Aid and Graduation

Cost:
$200 w/lodging, dual occupancy
$100 w/o lodging

What is included with registration?

Lodging at the $200 rate
Meals and snacks
2 farm tours
CPR/First Aid Training
Materials and Supplies

What topics are covered in Annie's Project?
The 5 areas of farm risk management- finance, human, marketing, legal, and production plus time for networking!

Class size?
Up to 12- 8 lodgers and 4 commuters.

08/10/2026

A huge congratulations to our Commercial Horticulture Agent, Brad Fowler, on earning his Master of Agricultural Education last week!

Clemson Extension Horticulture

08/07/2026

Our next Health Extension for Diabetes online cohort begins August 19, 2026!

🗓 Starts: August 19, 2026
🕙 Wednesdays: 10:00–11:00 AM
💻 Location: Online via Zoom

This evidence-based program provides practical tools to help you better manage diabetes through nutrition, physical activity, goal setting, and ongoing support in a welcoming group environment.

To learn more or register, email me at [email protected].

Please share this post with anyone who may benefit! 💜🧡

07/28/2026

Did you know there is a national youth contest being hosted in our county this week? Read about it in the blog post below and follow FNR | Clemson Extension on socials to see what the National Wildlife Habitat Education Program Contest involves. https://bit.ly/WHEPblog

07/06/2026

Do you or someone you know have diabetes? We'd love to have you join our next Health Extension for Diabetes cohort beginning August 5, 2026!
This free, research-based program provides diabetes education, practical self-management tools, and ongoing support to help you better manage your diabetes.
📅 Starts: August 5, 2026
📍 Free Online Program
Contact me at [email protected] with any questions. Feel free to share this with friends and family who may benefit. Register using the link below! https://clemson.ca1.qualtrics.com/.../SV_07gV9gl3ZHOAohU

Do you or someone you know have diabetes? We'd love to have you join our next Health Extension for Diabetes cohort beginning August 5, 2026!

This free, research-based program provides diabetes education, practical self-management tools, and ongoing support to help you better manage your diabetes.

📅 Starts: August 5, 2026
📍 Free Online Program

Contact me at [email protected] with any questions. Feel free to share this with friends and family who may benefit. Register using the link below! https://clemson.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_07gV9gl3ZHOAohU

06/22/2026

The next SC Annie's Project Retreat is being held in our county! We are excited to host and show off the agriculture in Horry. If you are looking to fine-tune your farm business skills or you're just getting started and want to set good agribusiness habits early, this is the program for you!

The 2026 SC Annie's Project Retreat is open for applications! https://bit.ly/APR26Interest

Location- SC FFA Center (many call it the FFA Campground) in North Myrtle Beach (Cherry Grove), SC. Our classes will be held in the Guest House living room or on the back porch overlooking Cherry Grove.

Dates: September 21-24, 2026

Tentative Agenda Outline:
September 21- Welcome Dinner 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
September 22- 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM sessions, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM farm tour + dinner
September 23- 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM sessions, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM farm tour + dinner
September 24- 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM- CPR/First Aid and Graduation

Cost:
$200 w/lodging
Pictures coming, but the guest house has 8 full beds in dual occupancy rooms.
$100 w/o lodging

What is included with registration?
Lodging at the $200 rate
Meals and snacks
2 farm tours
CPR/First Aid Training
Materials and Supplies

What topics are covered in Annie's Project?
The 5 areas of farm risk management- finance, human, marketing, legal, and production plus time for networking!

Class size?
Up to 12- 8 lodgers and 4 commuters.

06/17/2026

Take a Walk in the P*e Dee: Easy Ways to Stay Active Close to Home Posted on May 5, 2026 by jelane A beautiful walking trail located in Williamson Park in Darlington, South Carolina. Photo Credit: RHN Team Picture Bank Why We Should Walk   Staying active can look different for everyone, and for ...