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McIntosh County
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Office Hours:

Monday - Friday

8:00-12:00 and 1:00-5:00

(Unless otherwise posted)


Extension Serves the Entire Community

McIntosh?County Extension offers a wealth of information and services for residents of our county.

Our 4-H agent, Lauryn Gilmer, creates and organizes youth educational programs including competitive events which will assist young people to develop citizenship, leadership, responsibility and life skills through experiential learning.?

Our Agriculture and Natural Resources agent, M.C. Halbrook, provides research-based information, educational programming, and resources to homeowners and commercial clientele. Common topics include landscape maintenance, pest control, fruit and vegetable production, caring for trees, turf-grass and agriculture production.

Our Family and Consumer Sciences agent, Michelle Quick, works to design and implement educational opportunities covering community needs such as financial planning, healthy living, food and nutrition, budgeting, and household care.


Upcoming Events

  • Oct 23 In the Garden: Growing Mushrooms at Home Growing your own mushrooms is a rewarding way to produce fresh, nutrient-rich fungi while exploring sustainable gardening techniques. Lisa Klein with 海角官方首页 Extension Gwinnett will introduce you to the basics of mushroom cultivation, including selecting the right species, growing medium, and environmental conditions for success. Learn about low-maintenance methods, such as growing mushrooms in containers or using logs and straw, as well as tips for harvesting and troubleshooting common issues. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced mushroom farmer, this session will provide practical steps to cultivate delicious mushrooms in your own space! This program qualifies for Master Gardener continuing education credit.
    • Virtual Event
  • Nov 6 In the Garden: Ten Plants you Can Make Tea from in Your Backyard Imagine stepping into your garden and picking fresh leaves and flowers to brew a soothing cup of tea. This session will introduce ten easy-to-grow plants that can bring flavor and wellness to your teacup—no store-bought bags needed! From calming chamomile to invigorating peppermint, we’ll cover planting tips, harvesting techniques, and brewing methods to help you create a backyard tea garden that’s both beautiful and practical. Whether you're an experienced grower or just love a good cup of tea, let Lisa Klein with 海角官方首页 Extension Gwinnett equip you with the knowledge to craft delicious, homegrown blends for relaxation, health, and everyday enjoyment. This program qualifies for Master Gardener continuing education credit.
    • Virtual Event
  • Nov 18 In the Garden: Vermicomposting! It's for the Worms Worms might not get much credit, but they’re some of the best composters around! In this webinar, we’ll explore vermicomposting—a natural, efficient way to turn kitchen scraps into rich, nutrient-dense soil using worms. Let Lisa Klein with 海角官方首页 Extension Gwinnett teach you how to set up a worm bin, what materials to use, and how to keep your worms happy and productive. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned gardener, this session will give you the tools to create a low-maintenance, eco-friendly composting system that benefits both your plants and the planet. This program qualifies for Master Gardener continuing education credit.
    • Virtual Event
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Community Resources:?

Food access:

  • Darien United Methodist Church is providing emergency food boxes for senior citizens in need. Call (912) 223-4470.
  • Second Harvest Mobile Food Bank first Saturday of the month at Leisure Services building in Darien, organized by First Credit Hill Baptist Church.
  • North McIntosh Community Food Bank, Morgan's Chapel United Methodist Church, 3308 Shellman Bluff Rd, (912) 832-6559, 1p - 3p 4th Wednesday of the month

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