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Extension Educational Programs & Services
Lawrence County, Arkansas

The Cooperative Extension Service offers a host of educational programs and services.  If you do not see what you are looking for below, please contact our county Extension Office for assistance.

4-H Youth Development

Lawrence County Cooperative Extension Service has a wonderful 4-H youth development program. Through 4-H programs, kids in our county are able to travel to new places as well as meet other 4-H'ers. Lawrence County currently has over 70 county youth, ranging from ages 5-19, and more than 15 adult volunteers.

There are 8 clubs and 2 competition teams spread throughout the county. Below is a list of the clubs and their meeting location.

For more information about 4-H, contact Bryce Baldridge or Michelle Teague, 4-H Program Assistant at the Lawrence County Extension Office at (870) 886-3741.

Ready to join or re-enroll?

To join a Lawrence County 4-H club or to re-enroll go to 4h.uada.edu/join/.

Photo: 4-H members who attended Walk on the Wild Side Summer Day Camp at Lake Charles State Park, June 10-12, 2024.

 

  • Art Club- meets 1st Tuesday of each month at 5:30 p.m.

  • Plant Science Club- meets 2nd Tuesday of each month at 5:30 p.m.

  • Livestock Club- meets 2nd Thursday of each month at 5:30 p.m. (April-September)

  • CloverKids- meets 3rd Tuesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. 

  • Life Skills Club- meets 3rd Monday of each month at 5:30 p.m.

  • Outdoor Club- meets 4th Tuesday of each month at 5:30 p.m.

  • Dog Club- meets 3rd Thursday of each month at 5:30 p.m.

  • STEM Club- meets 4th Thursday of each month at 5:00 p.m.

  • Teen Leaders- Ralph Joseph Youth Leadership Program

All club meetings are held at the County Extension Office, 1100 W. Main, Walnut Ridge. 

Follow us on Facebook page for additional information and updates to meeting days or times.

Lawrence County Extension Service Facebook

 

EHC members attend the state EHC Conference in Hot Springs

Lawrence County Extension Homemakers

The Arkansas Extension Homemakers Council has a statewide membership of over 3,200 people and more than 320 clubs, offering countless opportunities to get involved. 

Annual Conference

The Lawrence County Extension Homemakers always have a fantastic time at the Annual State Meeting in Hot Springs. Each June, AEHC gathers to celebrate the year's achievements and plan for the future.

The meeting features educational sessions, creative workshops, and subject matter classes, along with awards and recognitions. Everyone is encouraged to attend!

For more information  about current clubs or to start a new club, contact FCS Agent, Tori Fowler, at (870) 886-3741.

Ready to join the fun?

Discover more about the Arkansas Extension Homemakers Council and get involved today!

 

Photo: EHC Members attending the 2024 EHC Spring meeting at the Wyndham in North Little Rock.

  • Eaton: meets as announced
  • Imboden: meets at the Imboden Church of Christ
  • Scrappers: meets at County Extension Office
  • Smithville: meets at the Smithville Community Center
Cattle grazing, looking from combine to rice field, trough garden

Lawrence County Agricultural Programs and Services

 Whether you have a row crop farm, livestock or a small home garden, the staff at the Lawrence County Extension office can assist you. We offer a wide variety of education programs from beef and forage production, to row crops, to vegetable gardening and lawn care. Contact Lawrence County Extension for more research-based information on agriculture livestock and home horticulture programs.

Want to learn more about the Lawrence County Master Gardeners?

Download our brochure!

or reach out to our office at (870) 886-3741.

 

 

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