Davie Articles
Part-time Position Announcement
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Davie County 4-H seeks responsible, mature, 4-H Summer Staff to plan, coordinate and conduct enrichment programs for youth, part-time May – August. Experience in youth development/education preferred. Pay range $9 - $12/hour depending on qualifications. Click here for full position description. All applicants must complete a NC PD 107 form to be considered. For more information call 336/753-6100. Please mail or deliver application to: NC Cooperative Extension, 4-H Summer Staff, 180 South Main
Basic Pond Management Workshop
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If you have a farm pond and have questions about the best ways to manage it, please attend the Basic Pond Management Workshop, Tuesday, April 8, 2008. The workshop will be held at the Davie County Extension Center, beginning at 7:00 PM. During this workshop we will address issues such as: the “Green Gunk” floating on your pond. Do you need to fertilize your pond? Varieties and numbers of fish to keep your pond balanced.
Davie 4-H Summer Fun 2008
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Summer is approaching fast and what better way to spend your summer than with Davie County 4-H! Davie 4-H Summer Fun programs will begin June 9th and go through August 8th. We will be offering many exciting opportunities for youth throughout the summer such as cooking classes, white water rafting, hunter safety, automotive care, forensics/CSI day camp, junior master gardeners day camp, scrapbooking, and many more! Please look for the Summer Fun flyer in April,
Davie 4-H Summer Fun 2008
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Summer is approaching fast and what better way to spend your summer than with Davie County 4-H! Davie 4-H Summer Fun programs will begin June 9th and go through August 8th. We will be offering many exciting opportunities for youth throughout the summer such as cooking classes, white water rafting, hunter safety, automotive care, forensics/CSI day camp, junior master gardeners day camp, scrapbooking, and many more! Check out the 2008 programs flyer. Sign-up fast,
Tips for Outdoor Water Conservation
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Davie County is currently under mandatory Stage III water restrictions, which limit outdoor watering, car washing, filling pools and fountains, using water to wash down outdoor areas, and other wasteful, unnecessary uses of water. To review the county policy for water restrictions, visit the county website at http://www.co.davie.nc.us/. All North Carolinians must do their part to conserve water and protect our water supply. Many simple practices can be employed around the home
Master Gardener Spring Plant Sale
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Various plants will be available, including trees, shrubs, perennials, annuals, and houseplants. Perennials make up a majority of the selection, with plants such as day lily, hosta, iris, and many more. Prices start at 50 cents and up, so get there early for the best selection. Atlas garden gloves will also be available for $5 a pair. Most of the plants are
2008 Master Gardener Graduation
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The Davie County Cooperative Extension Center celebrated the 2008 Master Gardener Graduation on Saturday, March 29th. The 2008 class and current Master Gardener Volunteers were joined by family, friends, and Cooperative Extension staff for a luncheon and graduation and awards ceremony at the Center Community Building. The 2008 class members were honored for completing the minimum of forty hours of instruction that covers topics including lawn care; ornamental trees and shrubs; insect, disease,
Master Gardener Spring Plant Sale
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Various plants available, including trees, shrubs, perennials, annuals, herbs, and houseplants. Perennials make up a majority of the selection, with plants such as phlox, hosta, iris, hellebore, and many more. Prices start at just 75 cents and up, so get there early for the best selection. Atlas garden gloves available for $5 a pair. Hanging baskets, hand painted flower pots, and mixed
Master Gardener Spring Plant Sale
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Various plants available, including trees, shrubs, perennials, annuals, herbs, and houseplants. Perennials make up a majority of the selection, with plants such as phlox, hosta, iris, hellebore, and many more. Prices start at just 75 cents and up, so get there early for the best selection. Atlas garden gloves available for $5 a pair. Hanging baskets, hand painted flower pots, and mixed
Tips for Outdoor Water Conservation
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All North Carolinians must do their part to conserve water and protect our water supply. Many simple practices can be employed around the home or business to save water and money. Even the tiniest leaks can waste thousands of gallons of water over a short period. Check for and repair leaky garden taps, hose connections, and sprinkler valves, and repair dripping faucets by replacing washers. Never let water run unnecessarily. Don’t use the hose