Tallapoosa County - Alabama Extension

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We are the county office for the Alabama Cooperative Extension System, which operates as the primary outreach organization for the land-grant functions of Alabama A&M and Auburn Universities. We are partners in each county, bringing practical ways to better homes, farms, people and communities. Our research extends knowledge and improves lives.

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🌿🐾 Get Ready to Go WILD About Nature! πŸπŸŒΌξˆ€imageξˆ‚turn1image0 (Image: nature camp flyer with event details)Calling all you...
06/17/2026

🌿🐾 Get Ready to Go WILD About Nature! 🐝🌼
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Calling all youth ages 9–18! 🌟 Join us for an exciting TWO-DAY outdoor adventure at Wind Creek State Park!
πŸ“… June 23–24
⏰ 8 AM – 4 PM
πŸ’² Only $20 for BOTH days!
Your camper will enjoy:
🌱 Planting a pollinator garden
🐝 Learning all about honey bees
πŸ₯Ύ Hiking & discovering animal tracks
πŸ”₯ Campfire safety + roasting hotdogs & s’mores
🐦 Birdwatching & wildlife exploration
🎨 Fun arts & crafts & hands-on activities
This is the perfect way to unplug, explore nature, and make new friends! 🌞🌳
πŸ“ž Call 256-825-1050 to sign up todayβ€”spots will fill fast! Registration is in 4-H Online (Do not create a new account -call us!)
🌿🐾 Wind Creek State Park-Alabama What’s happening In Alexander City Al. Dadeville Experience

🌿🌞 More 4-H Summer Fun is Coming Your Way! 🌞🌿We’ve got an exciting week full of hands-on learning, outdoor fun, and adve...
06/16/2026

🌿🌞 More 4-H Summer Fun is Coming Your Way! 🌞🌿
We’ve got an exciting week full of hands-on learning, outdoor fun, and adventure!
🌱 Gardening Class (Container Garden Workshop)
πŸ“… June 22
πŸ•— 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
πŸ“ Tallapoosa County Extension Office
πŸ’² $10
Get your hands dirty and learn all about planting and growing your own container garden!
🌳 Wild About Nature Day Camp
πŸ“… June 23 & 24
πŸ•— 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
πŸ“ Wind Creek State Park
πŸ’² $20 (covers both days!)
Two full days of exploring wildlife, plants, pollinators, and more through fun hands-on activities!
🌲 Great Outdoors Club
πŸ“… June 27
⏰ Time & Location: TBD
Come enjoy learning and exploring the outdoors with us!
πŸ“ Register online: https://v2.4honline.com
⚠️ Do NOT create a new accountβ€”please use your existing login
πŸ“ž Need help logging in? Call 256-825-1050
πŸ’΅ Payment details will be emailed after registration
⏰ Payments must be made at least 48 hours before each event
πŸ“£ Don’t waitβ€”these spots will fill up FAST!
πŸ“ž Questions? Call us at 256-825-1050
Let’s keep the summer fun going with 4-H! πŸ’šβ˜€οΈ

06/16/2026

June is Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month, and we're celebrating with the Alabama Extension Homegrown Fruit & Vegetable Photo Contest!
Got a bumper crop of tomatoes? A giant squash? A funny-looking carrot? Show us what you're growing!

Submit your best homegrown fruit or vegetable photo in the comments for a chance to win Alabama Extension goodies and, of course, ultimate bragging rights.
Contest Rules:
β€’ Photo must be taken in Alabama.
β€’ Produce must be homegrown.
β€’ Like and share this post.
β€’ Submit your photo in the comments under this original post.
β€’ Two winners will be selected:
Judges' Choice for the most unusual fruit or vegetable
People's Choice based on the most likes on a photo

Entries must be submitted by noon on June 18. Winners will be announced at 4:00 p.m. on June 18.

Happy growing, and we can't wait to see what's coming out of your garden!

🧠✨ Master of Memory: Am I Losing My Mind…? ✨🧠Join us on June 29th at 11:30 AM at the Tallapoosa County Extension Office ...
06/15/2026

🧠✨ Master of Memory: Am I Losing My Mind…? ✨🧠
Join us on June 29th at 11:30 AM at the Tallapoosa County Extension Office to learn how your memory really works and how to keep it strong!
πŸ’‘ You’ll learn how to:
β€’ Understand memory
β€’ Improve memory
β€’ Identify helpful strategies
πŸ“ 125 N Broadnax St., Room 23, Dadeville, AL
πŸ“ž Contact Regina Meadows at (334) 752-2817 or [email protected] for more info!
Don’t miss this helpful and engaging sessionβ€”you might be surprised what you learn about your memory! 😊

🍴 Food Safety Starts Here! 🍴The Tallapoosa County Extension Office is excited to offer an upcoming ServSafe Certificatio...
06/15/2026

🍴 Food Safety Starts Here! 🍴
The Tallapoosa County Extension Office is excited to offer an upcoming ServSafe Certification Courseβ€”perfect for anyone working in food service or needing certification!
πŸ“ Location: Extension Office in Dadeville
πŸ—“ Dates: August 24–25, 2026
⏰ Time: 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
πŸ’² Cost:
β€’ $150 (book included)
β€’ $80 (without book)
What to expect:
βœ… Hands-on, in-person instruction
βœ… Review of essential food safety practices
βœ… Exam included & proctored on-site
πŸ”— Sign up today: www.aces.edu/go/servsafe
Whether you're new to the industry or need to renew, this class will set you up for success!
πŸ“ž Call (256) 368-1694 for more info

🌞🌱 Grow It. Cook It. Love It! 🌱🌞 ToMoRRoW!Join us this summer for our Garden & Grow Workshop Series with 4-H & EFNEP! πŸ…...
06/15/2026

🌞🌱 Grow It. Cook It. Love It! 🌱🌞 ToMoRRoW!
Join us this summer for our Garden & Grow Workshop Series with 4-H & EFNEP! πŸ…πŸ₯’ Learn how to grow your own food AND turn it into tasty, healthy snacks!
πŸ₯• Hands-on gardening fun
πŸ“ Simple, delicious recipes
🍎 Snacks included
πŸ‘§πŸ§‘ Ages 9–18
πŸ“… Multiple dates all summer long
πŸ‘‰ Next session: June 16th!
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
πŸ“ Cooper Rec Center
625 M L King Jr Blvd, Alexander City, AL 35010
πŸ’š This program is FREE! πŸ’š
πŸ“ž Contact our office if you are interested at 256-825-1050 to get signed up!
Don’t miss out on this fun way to learn, grow, and eat what you plant! 🌿🍽️

πŸͺ΄βœ¨ Ready to Grow Something Amazing? ✨πŸͺ΄Join Tallapoosa County 4-H for a hands-on Container Garden Workshop and create you...
06/14/2026

πŸͺ΄βœ¨ Ready to Grow Something Amazing? ✨πŸͺ΄
Join Tallapoosa County 4-H for a hands-on Container Garden Workshop and create your very own beautiful planter to take home! 🌸🌿
πŸ“… June 22
⏰ 8 AM – 12 PM
πŸ“ Tallapoosa County Extension Office
πŸ’² $10
πŸ‘§πŸ§‘ Ages 9–18
Spend the morning learning, planting, and having FUN with 4-H friends while discovering how to grow your own plants! πŸŒ±πŸ’š
βœ… Registration is through 4-H Online (Do not create an account, call our office)
πŸ“ž Need help getting signed up? Call our office at 256-825-1050 and we’ll help you get registered!
🌟 Hurryβ€”spaces are limited!

🌲🐾 Wild About Nature 4-H Camp is packed with FUN! 🐾🌲Join us for two exciting days at Wind Creek State Park where youth w...
06/14/2026

🌲🐾 Wild About Nature 4-H Camp is packed with FUN! 🐾🌲
Join us for two exciting days at Wind Creek State Park where youth will explore the outdoors through hands-on activities like:
🐾 Wildlife exploration, including animal tracks & s**t
πŸ₯Ύ Hiking and searching for signs of nature
🌿 Learning Leave No Trace and helping pick up litter
🐝 Discovering the importance of honey bees
🐟 Learning about fish and aquatic life
🐦 Birdwatching in the park
🌸 Plant a pollinator garden to support bees and butterflies
πŸ”₯ Campfire safety + roasting hot dogs & marshmallows
🎨 Arts & crafts
πŸ‘§πŸ§‘ 4-H Ages 9–18
πŸ’΅ $20 for both days
✨ Space is LIMITED!
πŸ“ž Call our office at 256-825-1050 for instructions to register in 4-H Online!

Address

125 North Broadnax Street Room 23
Dadeville, AL
36853

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+12568251050

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