UT Extension - Rhea County

08/21/2026

Grades 9th-12th -- 4-H Study Abroad in Belize!

Looking for something a little different this winter? Our enrichment program gives kids the chance to explore global agriculture, experience another culture, develop leaderships skills, and gain a broader understanding of the world around them.

$2500 for the trip. This does not include airfare and passport fees. this does cover lodging, transportation in Belize, and meals.

Registeration: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScyfRLiK8hBRYIGeAANKioz85OVqQU9KmoNj4Se3OO5o3grHw/viewform

08/21/2026

This is a reminder that if you are a forage producer the Beef and Forage Center is hosting a forage meeting in Greeneville on September 3rd!

Mark your calendars! The 2026 Forage Field Day is September 3rd starting at 8:30am! Come and see what the center for Beef and Forage is working on at NETREC. This is a free event, and includes lunch. Register today by scanning the QR Code or by visiting this link: tiny.utk.edu/MasterforageGreeneville

08/19/2026

We are excited to announce an opportunity to visit and learn from three agritourism operations. The second Exploring Agritourism for Your Farm: On-farm Insights will take place on September 17, 2026, from 8 am to 6 pm CDT. This tour will involve three stops in Kentucky that will give insight into several aspects of agritourism, including value-added product marketing, on-farm retail, farm tours, special events and food service.
• Kenny’s Farmhouse Cheese
• Chaney’s Dairy Barn
• Jackson’s Orchard

Participants will meet a bus in Cross Plains, TN (Sumner County). We will travel together to network and learn along the way with educational presentations and facilitated discussions.

Registration is $45 per person. Scholarships available for dairy producers. Lunch and ice cream will be provided. Registration is required for this event and space is limited!

This event will fulfill one Tennessee Agricultural Enhancement Program (TAEP) Producer Diversification educational requirement for the following Producer Diversification sectors: Agritourism, Fruits and Vegetables, and Value-Added.

Register now to save your space!

08/17/2026

🧵🪡Quilt Camp 2027 🪡🧵

Join the UT Extension Eastern Region for a fun weekend of sewing sessions focused on quilting, connections with a mentor, and service projects!

📅Thursday, February 11th-Saturday February 13th
📍Carson Spring Baptist Conference Center
Newport,TN

We are so excited to announce that a 100 dollar schloarships will be applied to each youth camper who participates so that each camp fee is only $250!

Ages: 6th-12th graders who know how to operate a sewing machine and who can sew a 1/4 inch inseam.

Registeration deadline is Monday January 11th. Spots are limited so be sure to register early!

Register in person at the Rhea County Extension Office located at 125 Court Street Suite 3 in Downtown Dayton!

08/17/2026

Don't miss out!

Thursday, September 17th will be the first meeting for the Rhea County 4-H Homeschool Club. This program is designed for Homeschool students in Rhea County in grades 4th-12th.

Program will meet at the Rhea County Extension Office from 12:00-1:00PM.

08/15/2026

Plenty of activities going on at the Rhea County Fair Today!

🎉 We've got your lineup... and it's a good one! 🎉

The Rhea County Master Gardeners are joining in on the fun at the Rhea County Fair. Be sure to mark your calendars for the week of August 11th-August 15th.

Every day, we have exciting activities planned for youth and adults to enjoy together! Plant Sales, Kids' Activites, Garden Tours, and Horticulture Educational Programs, and More!

🎉 All activities are FREE!
Please note: A $10 gate admission will be charged on Friday and Saturday.

08/13/2026

Master Gardener Plant Sale Thursday, August 13th at the Rhea County Fair. Come check us out!

08/13/2026

🐎✨ Equine Nutrition Short Course 🐎✨

Calling all those interested in learning more about equine management. Join us for a virtual opportunity to learn more about nutrition regarding equines.

Meetings: September 2nd-October 28th
Time: 7:00-8:30PM Eastern
Location: Virtual

Registeration deadline: September 10th
If you register before August 28th, the cost is only $185 dollars and includes access to all webinars and Q&A sessions (18 hours of instruction), a forage test, certificate and incentive materials.

Register Here: https://secure.touchnet.com/C21610_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=3489&SINGLESTORE=true

08/13/2026

🐝🦋 Virtual Entomology & Beekeeping Project Group! 🐝🦋

Calling all Tennessee 4-H youth in grades 4–12 (as of January 1, 2026)! Join us for a fun, virtual opportunity to learn about the fascinating world of insects and beekeeping, led by Lynne Middleton!

This project group will be beginner-friendly, with opportunities to work toward some intermediate-level outcomes along the way.

Meetings: First Thursday of each month
First meeting: Thursday, October 8
Time: 7–8 p.m. Eastern / 6–7 p.m. Central
Location: Virtual

Registration deadline: October 30
Register here: https://forms.gle/vDfhccPZi4BKnKP29

Come learn, explore, and discover the amazing world of insects and bees with Tennessee 4-H! 🐝

08/13/2026

✨ Registeration is officially open ✨

The State 4-H Office is excited to announce the Creative Arts and Design Virtual Project Group. Do you love making paper crafts, painting, or pottery?

Youth in grades 6-8 are invited to join the State 4-H Office for an exciting virtual project group meetings. This project group will be held October-April on Zoom from 7-8pm.

Registeration deadline is October 30th.

Register here: https://forms.gle/r8u479qHhQRtfuty9