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UGA Extension in Chatham County provides a variety of educational programs and client services in the areas of Family and Consumer Sciences (FACS), 4-H Youth Development, and Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR).
We provide current, unbiased, research-based information to our community through the cooperation of the University of Georgia with federal, state, and local governments. We invite you to contact or visit the UGA Extension Chatham County office.
Chatham County Extension
17 Minus Ave
Garden City, GA 31408
(912) 652-7981
uge3051@uga.edu
Office Hours
Monday - Friday : 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Closed weekends & most major holidays.
Upcoming Events in Chatham County
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Aug 16 Coastal Georgia Beekeeping School This six-part course will consist of lectures and hands-on demonstrations from our instructors Keith Fielder of UGA Extension as well as Greg Walker and Laura Liu of the Coastal Empire Beekeepers Association. Topics covered include honey bee biology, hive management, bee forage, honey extraction, and more! Each day also offers and advanced training in the afternoon session.
- Savannah, GA
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Sep 20 Coastal Georgia Beekeeping School This six-part course will consist of lectures and hands-on demonstrations from our instructors Keith Fielder of UGA Extension as well as Greg Walker and Laura Liu of the Coastal Empire Beekeepers Association. Topics covered include honey bee biology, hive management, bee forage, honey extraction, and more! Each day also offers and advanced training in the afternoon session.
- Savannah, GA
What is UGA Extension?
UGA Extension extends lifelong learning to the people of Georgia through unbiased, research-based education in agriculture, the environment, communities, youth and families.
UGA Extension helps Georgians become healthier, more productive, financially independent and environmentally responsible. Extension agents stay in touch with issues relevant to people in local communities through County Extension offices.
UGA Extension is a county, state and federal funded organization supported by specialists in the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences and the College of Family and Consumer Sciences.
For more information about our services and programs, see our pages:
Agriculture & Natural Resources
Master Gardener Extension Volunteer Program
Statewide Extension Events
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Aug 7 Pollination Nation! The Great Southeast Pollinator Census Welcome to Pollination Nation! Dive into the fascinating world of pollinators with this webinar. Learn about the wide variety of pollinators that call your backyard home, from bees and butterflies to birds and beyond, while learning why these incredible creatures are essential to our ecosystems. You'll also explore the Great Southeast Pollinator Census, a community-driven initiative celebrating and protecting pollinators. Let Lisa Klein with UGA Extension Gwinnett teach you about the vital role pollinators play and how we can support them in our own backyards! This program qualifies for master gardener continuing education credit. For more information, please contact us at uge1135@uga.edu.
- Virtual Event
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Aug 9 - Aug 10 LifeSmarts Training Camp LifeSmarts provides real-world education for students who learn about core consumer topics and develop critical thinking skills. Participants focus on five key topic areas: consumer rights and responsibilities, the environment, health and safety, personal finance, and technology. The goal of LifeSmarts is to create consumer savvy young people who will be well equipped for adult life in today’s complex, global marketplace.
- Lyons, GA - (65.0 Miles)
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Aug 12 Basic Pruning Discover the art of pruning with this easy-to-follow and practical webinar. Whether you're shaping shrubs, trees, or flowers, you'll learn the key techniques to keep your plants healthy and looking their best. With clear guidance on when and why to prune, plus tips for mastering the tools and methods, this presentation gives you the confidence to care for your garden like a pro. Let Lisa Klein with UGA Extension Gwinnett guide you through the how to’s of this technique. This program qualifies for master gardener continuing education credit. For more information, please contact us at uge1135@uga.edu.
- Virtual Event
