Clemson Extension Florence County

Clemson Extension Florence County Clemson Extension helps improve the quality of life of all South Carolinians

Clemson Extension employs Extension Agents who work closely with state extension specialists and researchers located on campus and at the various research and education centers located across the state. Your local Extension Agents provide expertise in Agribusiness, Agronomy, Food Safety & Nutrition, Horticulture, Livestock & Forages, Forestry and Wildlife Resources, Water Resources, and 4-H and Youth Development.

Learn to save water and money at Florence Darlington Stormwater Consortium's upcoming Make-and-Take Rain Barrel Workshop...
04/27/2026

Learn to save water and money at Florence Darlington Stormwater Consortium's upcoming Make-and-Take Rain Barrel Workshop!

Learn about the essentials of rainwater harvesting, then get hands-on experience in constructing and painting your own rain barrel.

When: Thursday, 21 May, 2026 from 6pm until 8pm
Where: Florence County Clemson Extension Office
Cost: Rainwater harvesting presentation is free
Rainwater harvesting presentation + make-and-take home
a rain barrel is $55

NOTE: You must register to attend--even if only attending presentation portion of the workshop

To register, scan the QR code or visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/make-and-take-rain-barrel-workshop-tickets-1987355242027?aff=oddtdtcreator

Succession Planning for Forest LandownersJoin representatives from Clemson Extension and the SC Tree Farm Committee for...
04/17/2026

Succession Planning for Forest Landowners

Join representatives from Clemson Extension and the SC Tree Farm Committee for an intensive, day-long workshop focused on helping families plan the future management and stewardship of their forestland. Led by Dr. Tammy Cushing, Extension Assistant Professor at the University of Florida, the workshop will guide participants through the succession process, with an emphasis on developing a transition plan. While designed for multiple generations to attend together, individuals interested in leading these efforts for their family will also gain valuable insight.

When: Thursday, May 7, 2026
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Where: Sandhill Research & Education Center
900 Clemson Road
Columbia, SC 29229

Registration Information: Limited to 30 participants!
Family Registration Fee: $50 (Two family members)
Individual Registration Fee: $30 (Individual)
Pre-Registration is REQUIRED
https://Succession26.eventbrite.com

For more information or to register by mail, contact:
Janet Steele | 839-900-1354
[email protected]

*Should you require special accommodations due to a disability, please notify our office ten days prior to the event.

Clemson University Cooperative Extension Service offers its programs to people of all ages, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, disability, political beliefs, s*x, orientation, marital or family status and is an equal opportunity employer.

Josh Arrants, nationally renowned naturalist, will be at Kalmia Gardens on May 9th from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. for a natur...
03/24/2026

Josh Arrants, nationally renowned naturalist, will be at Kalmia Gardens on May 9th from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. for a nature study day. From plants to spiders, snakes to birds, and everything in between, the serendipity of Mother Nature herself will inspire and delight, with Josh serving as guide. The day will begin with a presentation, break for a group lunch, and conclude with a tour of the grounds, where everything from local ecology to cultural history will be explored.

Attendees are asked to bring comfortable walking shoes and dress appropriately for an outdoor hike. The hike will include inclines and declines on uneven and unpaved terrain.

Tickets are on sale now for $75 (plus credit card fees, if paying by credit card) and include lunch. Space is limited and we anticipate this will sell out fast! To learn more, please visit our event page kalmiagardens.org/events

03/10/2026

🌱 Turn your everyday scraps into garden gold this Saturday!

Join Carmen Ketron, Clemson Extension Urban Horticulture Agent, as she shares simple composting tips to help your garden thrive from the ground up!

🕘 Four sessions will be conducted throughout the day:
9:30 AM • 10:30 AM • 11:30 AM • 12:30 PM

🌿 Grow your gardening knowledge and see how impactful composting can be!

🍅It might be snowing outside, but it's also time to start thinking about your 2026 vegetable garden! 🥬Home Horticulture ...
02/01/2026

🍅It might be snowing outside, but it's also time to start thinking about your 2026 vegetable garden!

🥬Home Horticulture Foundations: Edibles & Orchards starts March 16!

🫐 This beginner-friendly online course is perfect for South Carolina gardeners who want to start producing fresh vegetables, herbs, and fruits right in their own backyard—no experience necessary!

🍎 6 weeks of online videos starting March 16

Optional hands-on field day May 1 in Florence

Choose your experience: Video Series Only: $60 OR Video Series + Field Day: $95 ( Florence, SC)

Seating is limited—register by March 15!

Register here: http://qrco.de/HHF_EO
Questions? Contact Carmen Ketron at [email protected] or (843) 773-1422.

Imagine reducing fertilizer use, pesticide use, water use, and general plant maintenance in your yard without compromisi...
01/15/2026

Imagine reducing fertilizer use, pesticide use, water use, and general plant maintenance in your yard without compromising its visual appeal. You can learn how to implement these sustainable gardening and landscaping practices through Clemson Extension's Carolina Yards Spring 2026 Online Course!

About the course: Carolina Yards was designed to assist and guide South Carolina homeowners in conserving water in their landscapes and making positive changes to the environmental quality of their yards, neighborhoods, and surrounding waterways.

Each spring, South Carolina residents are invited to participate in a 10-week, self-paced cohort course that provides an in-depth exploration of the 12 Carolina Yards Principles. Participants will engage in online settings and a face-to-face opportunity with a statewide learning community, interact with knowledgeable course facilitators, and apply what they learn to their own landscapes.

The course includes guided use of the Carolina Yards Workbook, opportunities to assess and design your yard, see other Carolina Yards in action at the optional field day and pursue an official Carolina Yard Certification upon completion.

Learn more about Carolina Yards by visiting www.clemson.edu/extension/carolinayards

Online Course Dates 2025: March 16th – May 11th (course access closes May 18th)

Optional Field Day: Thursday, May 7th at Sandhills REC Children's Garden Columbia, SC

Registration Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1975584724091?aff=oddtdtcreator (register early, as spots are limited)

Registration Closes via Eventbrite: March 2nd, 2026

Carolina Yards

ATTENTION to pond owners, pond inspectors, and community residents who want to learn more about pond maintenance and pon...
01/08/2026

ATTENTION to pond owners, pond inspectors, and community residents who want to learn more about pond maintenance and pond management!

Registration for Master Pond Manager is now OPEN. The Field Days will be held April 22nd (Recreational Pond) and 23rd (Stormwater Pond) in Columbia, SC.

Registration closes on February 16th, 2026 and the course will open up on March 2nd. You can register here:
MPM2026.eventbrite.com

There are 3 tracks that participants can take:
Full Certificate Track ($500):
· 9 weeks, with 2 field days

Letter of Completion in Management ($250):
· Recreational Pond Management, + 1 Field day or
· Stormwater Pond Management + 1 Field day

Online Only ($200):
· Recreational or Stormwater Management

To find out more about this course, visit MPM2026.eventbrite.com

12/17/2025

⏳ Hosting a gathering? Remember the 2-hour rule!

📌 Perishable foods shouldn’t sit out more than 2 hours
📌 Use warming trays to keep hot foods above 140°F
📌 Keep cold dishes on ice to stay below 40°F

Keep the holiday cheer going—without the foodborne illness!

Address

2685 S. Irby Street, Ste. K
Florence, SC
29505

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 1pm
2pm - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 1pm
2pm - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 1pm
2pm - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 1pm
2pm - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 1pm
2pm - 5pm

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+18436614800

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