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Become a Dare County Extension Master Food Volunteer

Calling all community members who wish to become an Extension Food Volunteer! Dare County Extension will be offering a new Master Food Volunteer Training in 2025.You don’t have to be a food expert to…

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Welcome Our New Program Assistant, Victoria Child

Growing up, I was very involved with North Carolina 4-H and competed on the county, district, state, and national levels. I was a member of several clubs, including livestock, horse, and electric…

Eat Local~Creamy Spinach and Leeks

Serves Ingredients 2 leeks 2 tablespoons of olive oil 1 clove of garlic, minced 1 pound spinach 3 tablespoons of whole wheat flour or all-purpose flour Instructions Trim the dark green ends from the…

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Take a Walk and Explore Dare County With Extension

Explore Dare County with Extension! As we transition into the vibrant season of spring, it's the perfect time to revitalize our wellness routines and embrace the great outdoors. With this in mind,…

Earth Day 2024 With Dare County Extension

Spend Earth Day with an Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteer of Dare County! Explore the Outer Banks Arboretum by joining a guided tour at 11 AM and noon. Also, take a moment to stop into a Dare…

Eat Local–Spinach and North Carolina Strawberry Salad Recipe

Yield: 6 servings Ingredients 8 ounces of spinach (around one bunch), rinsed and dried 3 cups strawberries, washed and dried ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil 1/8 cup white wine vinegar 2 tablespoons…

Quilting for Beginners! Two-day Workshop

Beginner Quilting Class: Two-Day Workshop

Are you ready to add a cozy touch to your home decor? Join our beginning quilting class and learn the art of patchwork! From selecting fabrics to mastering stitches, we'll guide you every step of the…

Explore with N.C. Cooperative Extension, Dare County Center

We are thrilled to invite you to join us on a journey of discovery as we uncover the hidden treasures of Dare County. Our mission is to connect you with resources related to coastal gardening;…

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Sandbar Sweets (Rachel Sanchez)

It was a lop-eared rabbit that nudged Rachel Sanchez into launching a cookie business. Rachel’s family and friends had long been impressed with her beautifully decorated cookies and they encouraged…

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Eat Better, Eat Together Challenge

October is the perfect month to celebrate the joys of eating together with family and friends. Eat Better, Eat Together is an initiative that encourages people to cook and share healthy meals with…