Extension Educationin Galveston County
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Greenhouse Hobbyist
Greenhouse Hobbyist
Galveston County Master Gardener Briana Etie received Greenhouse Management Advanced Training in 2019. Greenhouse Hobbyist is a thought-provoking seminar with considerations for greenhouses that could fit your needs. Briana will cover necessities for a healthy greenhouse such as location, flooring, heating, ventilation and cooling. Learn how a greenhouse can improve and extend your growing seasons, giving you enjoyment year-round. For additional questions on program call 281-309-5065 Register online below. Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for effective participation in the program should contact the County Extension Office at... Read More →
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Landscape Design Principles for the Home Gardener
Landscape Design Principles for the Home Gardener
Explore Landscaping Principles in this 2-part program with Galveston County Master Gardeners Judy Anderson and Steve Holliday. In the first part, Steve will discuss careful site planning, plant selection and cultivation practices for a beautiful landscape that conserves resources and protects the environment. In the second part, Judy will lead a walking tour of the Discovery Garden demonstrating how color, texture, portion, line and scale relates to plants and hardscapes. The lecture and tour will be at the Discovery Garden in Carbide Park, 4102 Main Street, La Marque.... Read More →
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4-H Major Show Entry Night
4-H Major Show Entry Night
This applies to 4-H’ers entering 2025 Spring Major Shows: Livestock & Poultry Projects Calf Scrambles Individual Contests Team Contests (Coaches Only) Shooting Sports (San Antonio Only) Participants must attend one night at Galveston County Extension Office: November 5, 4:00pm-6:00pm November 13, 4:00pm-6:00pm Entries for Ft. Worth Stock Show must be submitted on November 5 - NO EXCEPTIONS. Each family must sign up to attend a SPECIFIC DAY and TIME SLOT to submit entries. Sign up here ASAP for either November 5 or November 13 date Prior to dates... Read More →
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4-H District 9 Junior Leadership Lab
Junior Leadership Lab is a 1-night, 2-day camp to prepare intermediate age 4-Hers from the 18 counties in District 9 for leadership roles. These roles might be at the county level or their clubs. Lab is set up to be enjoyable and fun, but there is work too. The sessions require participant involvement and concentration. Grades 6th – 8th are encouraged to attend. Play time is set up with activities that build team work skills and camaraderie in the district. For more information, click here!
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4-H Major Show Entry Night
4-H Major Show Entry Night
This applies to 4-H’ers entering 2025 Spring Major Shows: Livestock & Poultry Projects Calf Scrambles Team and Individual Contests (COACHES ONLY) Participants MUST attend ONE MANDATORY night at Galveston County Extension Office November 5, 4:00pm-6:00pm November 13, 4:00pm-6:00pm Entries for Ft. Worth Stock Show must be submitted by November 5 - NO EXCEPTIONS. Each FAMILY must sign up to attend a SPECIFIC DAY and TIME SLOT to submit entries. Sign up here ASAP for either November 5 or November 13 date Prior to dates above, contact Leah Stiles... Read More →
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Major Show Swine Validation
Major Show Swine Validation
Date: Tuesday, November 19 Time: 4:30-6:30 pm Where: Santa Fe Ag Barn (13405 4th 1/2 St, Santa Fe, TX 77510) If you are no longer validating an animal that you bought a tag for, please email darla.cox@co.galveston.tx.us and let her know. The following must be present at validation: Animal being validated Registration Papers – for registered breeding animals (see section below for more info) Parent/Guardian – must be present to sign paperwork Parents unable to attend validation must come to the Extension Office before validation to sign a waiver Exhibitor – should be present to sign paperwork... Read More →
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4-H County Council Meeting
4-H County Council Meeting
Join us for the next Galveston County 4-H Council meeting. ***This meeting is open to ALL Galveston County 4-H members and parents!*** Please RSVP here so we can make sure there is enough dinner for everyone attending!
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4-H Pasta Workshop
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4-H District 9 Junior Leadership Lab
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4-H District 9 Junior Leadership Lab
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4-H Major Show Entry Night
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Major Show Swine Validation
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