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Looking for a fresh way to support local 4-H youth? Forsyth County 4-H is offering 20-pound boxes of fresh Georgia Grown produce for $35 through the Front Door Produce fundraiser. Orders are open September 14 through November 2. Boxes will be delivered to the Forsyth County Extension office the week of Nov. 16 for pickup.…
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Georgia’s forests are not just a vital part of the state’s economy. They also provide a hands-on classroom for local youth. With approximately 24.1 million acres of forestland, Georgia’s forests support a thriving industry that generated an estimated $59.4 billion in total economic activity and supported more than 177,000 jobs in 2024. Through programs like…
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By Guest Writer Stacey Fredenberg, Master Gardener in Training, UGA Extension Forsyth County When autumn arrives in north, Georgia, our brilliant summer flowers begin to fade, leaves start falling, and many gardens slowly settle into shades of brown and gray. Fortunately, one little flower is ready to take center stage. Pansies are among the best…
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We have a lot of ponds and lakes in Forsyth County, most of them associated with one of the 49 dams we have here. Like pools and tennis courts, neighborhood ponds and dams need routine maintenance. Ponds are complex ecosystems of water, plants, microorganisms, fish, turtles, frogs, birds, temperature, sunlight – you get the picture.…
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If your family is like mine, September means that we are finally getting back into our school year schedule. With a new school year comes lots of new opportunities for students to learn new skills and discover activities they are passionate about. For families in Forsyth County, 4-H is ready to make 2026-2027 a year…
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When you think about youth leadership, you likely picture high school students serving as club officers, organizing service projects, or taking on leadership roles in their schools. However, leadership development does not have to wait until students have reached high school. In fact, middle school may be one of the best times for young people…
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By Heather KolichCounty Extension CoordinatorAgriculture and Natural Resources Agent When the carpet gets worn, the kitchen cabinets sag, or we just can’t take that old wallpaper anymore, it isn’t hard to justify making interior home renovations. But how often do we consider making renovations to our home’s setting, the landscape? Reasons to renovate your landscape…
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Each summer, Georgia’s top 4-H members gather for one of the organization’s most prestigious events: State 4-H Congress. This year, Forsyth County 4-H was proud to have an outstanding delegation represent our community as they joined high school 4-H members from across the state for four days in Atlanta. State 4-H Congress is the culmination…
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By Bill Roper, Forsyth County Extension Volunteer As a long-standing resident of Forsyth County, I really appreciate our beautiful neighborhoods, parks, and various other natural areas. Because of our location in the southeast, we have a climate that accommodates a very broad and diverse range of both native and non-native plant and tree species. We…
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When people think about leadership, they often picture adults serving on boards, managing businesses, or holding an elected office. However, leadership development begins long before someone enters the workforce. Young people who are given meaningful opportunities to lead, develop confidence, communication skills, responsibility, and the ability to work effectively with others. The National 4-H Study…
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