Effingham County UGA Cooperative Extension

Effingham County UGA Cooperative Extension The Effingham County Extension Office delivers educational programming in the areas of: Agriculture and Natural Resources and 4-H Youth Development.

UGA Cooperative Extension was founded in 1914 to take research-based agricultural information to the people of Georgia. Through the cooperative funding of federal, state and county governments, Extension agents are in almost every county in Georgia. County agents and specialists throughout the state share information on issues like water quality, profitability in agribusiness, family wellness and

...life skills. UGA Cooperative Extension coordinates 4-H, Georgia's largest youth program. Each year, almost 200,000 young Georgians participate in community projects, summer camps and conferences on today's issues while having fun and learning to work together. The leadership skills and responsible values they learn in 4-H last a lifetime.

Drink Water, Georgia!Staying hydrated is one of the simplest ways to support a healthy body and it has powerful everyday...
05/29/2026

Drink Water, Georgia!

Staying hydrated is one of the simplest ways to support a healthy body and it has powerful everyday benefits. As part of the Drink Water, Georgia! campaign, we're excited to be in the community sharing tips and encouragement for building strong hydration habits.

Join Georgia 4-H Health & Wellness Ambassador, Madison Schroeder, and Georgia 4-H Science & Engineering Ambassador, Eli Usher, at Springfield's First Friday celebration on June 5th to learn more about the importance of hydration. They'll be sharing hydration tips, simple water-friendly recipes, and fun swag to help you stay motivated to drink more water every day!

Our day at the Burton 4-H Center on Tybee Island was filled with hands-on learning and exploration!Students had the oppo...
05/29/2026

Our day at the Burton 4-H Center on Tybee Island was filled with hands-on learning and exploration!

Students had the opportunity to learn all about sharks and their anatomy through shark dissections, gaining a closer look at how these incredible marine animals function. They also explored the salt marsh ecosystem and discovered more about the ecology of Tybee Island, including the many marine animals that make our coastal environment so unique.

From science to outdoor exploration, it was a day full of learning, discovery, and FUN!

Effingham County 4-H will be participating in a Family Volunteer Day at Second Harvest Food Bank on Saturday, June 13th....
05/26/2026

Effingham County 4-H will be participating in a Family Volunteer Day at Second Harvest Food Bank on Saturday, June 13th. This is a great opportunity for 4-H'ers and their families to serve together while supporting an important community program.

We will meet at 8:30 AM at Second Harvest Food Bank.

This opportunity is open to students in Grades 4- 12 (2025 - 2026 school year) and their adult family members.

Registration closes Wednesday, June 10th.

Register here: https://tinyurl.com/SecondHarvestFamilyDay

8th–12th GradersState 4-H Council is a Georgia 4-H core program and the official constitutional meeting of the Georgia 4...
05/25/2026

8th–12th Graders

State 4-H Council is a Georgia 4-H core program and the official constitutional meeting of the Georgia 4-H Council, featuring the election of Georgia 4-H State Officers.

This exciting weekend is packed with activities, competitions, and leadership opportunities for youth and adults! Participants will enjoy the Iron Clover Competition, workshops, service opportunities, a performance by Clovers & Company, and a dance.

📍 Where: Rock Eagle 4-H Center
📅 When: June 26–28
💲 Cost: $140
(Includes Friday dinner and lodging, all Saturday meals and lodging, Sunday breakfast, and an Iron Clover t-shirt)

Call or come by the 4-H Office to register -- deadline is May 27th!

Don’t miss this incredible opportunity!

The Annual Effingham County 4-H Awards Banquet was a wonderful evening filled with celebration and recognition!Throughou...
05/22/2026

The Annual Effingham County 4-H Awards Banquet was a wonderful evening filled with celebration and recognition!

Throughout the night, we honored our 4-H'ers for their accomplishments and dedication throughout the year, recognized the many volunteers who help make our program successful, and celebrated our graduating seniors as they were presented with their 4-H graduation cords.

We were also honored to have the Clyo Homemakers Club in attendance for their annual quilt drawing. Each year, a beautiful hand-stitched quilt is auctioned off to support the Clyo Homemakers Club Scholarship. This year's scholarship was awarded to Abbie Sulkowski. Congratulations, Abbie, and thank you to the Clyo Homemakers Club for their continued support of Effingham County 4-H!

With a strong turnout and so much support from families, volunteers, and community members, it was truly a great night for Effingham County 4-H. We are proud of all that our students have accomplished this year and look forward to another exciting year ahead!

Please join us in congratulating our very own Morgan Triplett, 4-H Agent, on being recognized at the Georgia Association...
05/21/2026

Please join us in congratulating our very own Morgan Triplett, 4-H Agent, on being recognized at the Georgia Association of Extension 4-H Youth Development Professionals (GAE4-HYDP) Conference for her outstanding work and dedication to youth development in Effingham County!

At the state level, Morgan earned 2nd Place for her poster presentation, "Igniting Interest in STEM: Preparing Effingham County Youth for Tomorrow's Workforce." The presentation highlighted the success of the Effingham County STEM Club for 4th - 6h grade students, a program designed to provide hands-on learning experiences that build interest, skills, and confidence in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics while connecting learning to real-world career opportunities.

Morgan was also honored with two awards from the National Association of Extension 4-H Youth Development Professionals (NAE4-HYDP) during the Georgia conference:

Team Radio/Audio State Winner for promoting 4-H through the "Tillin' It Like It Is" podcast
NAE4-HYDP Achievement in Service Award recognizing excellence in program development across Effingham County

This recognition reflects Morgan's incredible leadership and dedication to growing opportunities for youth through one of Georgia's largest camping programs, growth in Project Achievement participation, expansion of archery programs, impactful after-school programming, and SO MUCH MORE!!!

We are incredibly proud of Morgan and thankful for the passion, innovation, and energy she brings to Effingham County 4-H each and every day. Congratulations on these well-deserved honors!!!!

We're proud to recognize Eli Usher, a rising 10th grader at Effingham College and Career Academy, for his selection as a...
05/20/2026

We're proud to recognize Eli Usher, a rising 10th grader at Effingham College and Career Academy, for his selection as a returning Georgia 4-H Science & Engineering Ambassador for the 2026-2027 year.

Representing Effingham County, Eli will engage his community by exploring how science, engineering, and innovation shape the world around us. Throughout the year, he will further expand his knowledge through hands-on experiments and real-world problem solving, while sharing his discoveries through educational outreach and leading community activities.

Eli's ambassador experience will once again begin with an intensive training weekend this May, where he will strengthen his knowledge to create engaging and impactful science and engineering opportunities right here in Effingham County.

Congratulations, Eli! We are incredibly proud of you.

05/19/2026

This blend of spices and flavors provides a little kick without caffeine. This is a perfect pick-me-up herbal tea to be enjoyed anytime of year!

We're excited to recognize Mackena Edwards, a rising 9th grader at ECHS, for her selection as a Georgia 4-H Health & Wel...
05/19/2026

We're excited to recognize Mackena Edwards, a rising 9th grader at ECHS, for her selection as a Georgia 4-H Health & Wellness Ambassador for the 2026-2027 year.

As a representative of Effingham County, Mackena will serve her community by promoting lifelong wellness. Her work will focus on how nutrition, physical activity, mental and emotional health, and everyday choices contribute to overall well-being for individuals and communities alike. During her year of service, she will deepen her understanding of health and wellness, lead educational outreach efforts, and represent Georgia 4-H across the state.

Her ambassador experience will begin this May with an intensive training weekend designed to equip and inspire her to bring engaging and impactful health education opportunities back to Effingham County.

We are incredibly proud of Mackena and are eager to see the difference she will make. Congratulations, Mackena!!!

We’re thrilled to celebrate Madison Schroeder, a rising 11th grader at ECHS on being selected as a Georgia 4-H Health & ...
05/18/2026

We’re thrilled to celebrate Madison Schroeder, a rising 11th grader at ECHS on being selected as a Georgia 4-H Health & Wellness Ambassador for the 2026–2027 school year!

Representing Effingham County, Madison will work within the community to promote lifelong health by exploring how dietary patterns, physical activity, mental/emotional health, and daily choices support the whole person and community. She will spend the year growing her knowledge in health and wellness, leading educational activities in the community, and representing Georgia 4-H statewide.

Madison’s journey kicks off with an intensive training weekend this May, where she’ll gain the tools and inspiration to create exciting educational opportunities right here in Effingham County.

We are incredibly proud of Madison and can’t wait to see the impact she will make. Congratulations, Madison!

Sleep in on a Saturday? Not these Effingham County Senior 4-Hers!They were up bright and early to volunteer at Second Ha...
05/16/2026

Sleep in on a Saturday? Not these Effingham County Senior 4-Hers!

They were up bright and early to volunteer at Second Harvest Food Bank with the Brown Bag program. Their hands helped to pack 1400 bags (in record time) to combat food insecurity in the Coastal Empire.

Thank for you for volunteering your time in our community and making a difference in the lives of so many.

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