WVU Calhoun County Extension Service

09/30/2026

Join us in Morgantown for the Annual WVU Women in Ag Conference, Oct. 23-24.

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Looking for an AI crash course for small scale growers? Join us at the 2026 Women in Agriculture Conference on Friday afternoon, October 23rd beginning at 3 PM and Saturday, October 24th from 9 AM to 4 PM on WVU Campus in Morgantown, West Virginia! Conference rates vary from $25-$85, depending on whether you register as an adult or student and if you want to participate in only parts of the conference or the whole conference. But, don’t delay! Early-bird registration rates increase after October 15th and if you need a hotel room, our block booking guarantee ends October 1st. Register at https://www.eventleaf.com/e/WVwomeninag The hotel must be done by October 1st to secure the conference rate of $129/night. Please be cautious when booking the hotel, as there are two Hampton Inn & Suites. The one we are using is located at University Town Centre, 325 Granville Square, Morgantown, West Virginia 26501.

Now back to our dynamic lunch speaker for Saturday, Olivia Torbert-Jennings will be joining us virtually from South Dakota to introduce small-scale growers to practical ways artificial intelligence (AI) can support — not replace — our farmers. Olivia will dive into real-world applications for whole-farm planning, plant and insect identification, estimating cost of production, and more. The session will demonstrate how simple, accessible AI-based tools can save time and provide insights while stressing the limitations of the technology and the ethical qualms with using AI.

09/14/2026

PLEASE TAKE A MOMENT TO COMPLETE OUR SURVEY:

The Division for Land Grant Engagement has now launched the 2026 statewide needs assessment survey to better understand the issues and priorities that matter most to West Virginians.

The findings from this assessment will help:
- Identify priorities for WVU Extension and Davis College programs
- Guide future research, education, and outreach efforts
- Ensure resources are focused where they can make the greatest impact.

Use the QR Code below or click the link to provide your input:
https://wvu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_agiLXHzxXLxldLU

07/22/2026

Reminder: We will be handing out water (courtesy of the Mountaineer Food Bank) to Mount Zion PSD customers who were without water, due to an ongoing boiled water advisory.

Water will be available at Upper West Fork Park starting at 8:00 a.m. and the Calhoun Livestock Property (beside Arnoldsburg Elementary School) starting at 9:00 a.m.

If you are able to help, we can still use assistance with the distribution.

💧💧 FREE WATER FOR MOUNT ZION PSD RESIDENTS 💧💧

FREE bottled water will be available TOMORROW - Wednesday, July 22 - for Mount Zion PSD residents who have been without water.

📍 PICKUP LOCATIONS:
💧 Upper West Fork Park (Starting at 8:00 a.m.)
💧 Arnoldsburg Elementary School (Starting at 9:00 a.m.)

🎉 We are VERY excited to share that Mount Zion PSD has reported that the problem has been FIXED! However, a Boil Water Advisory is imminent as the system returns to service, so this FREE bottled water will still be helpful to families in the coming days.

Each family may receive nearly 1,000 ounces of bottled water:
💧 3 cases of 8 oz. bottles
💧 1 case of 16.9 oz. bottles

When picking up water, please be prepared to provide:
➡️ The name listed on the Mount Zion PSD water bill
➡️ A phone number

🚗 NEED DELIVERY?
If you are unable to pick up water and may need assistance with delivery, please message the WVU Extension Calhoun County page. We cannot guarantee delivery, but we will do our best to connect available resources and volunteers with those who need assistance.

🙋 VOLUNTEERS ARE WELCOME!
Anyone who would like to help with water distribution is welcome to join us at either location. Message us to confirm plans to help!

📣 PLEASE SHARE! Help us spread the word and reach Mount Zion PSD residents who have been impacted by the water outage.

If you have any questions, please reach out through messenger!

07/21/2026

💧💧 FREE WATER FOR MOUNT ZION PSD RESIDENTS 💧💧

FREE bottled water will be available TOMORROW - Wednesday, July 22 - for Mount Zion PSD residents who have been without water.

📍 PICKUP LOCATIONS:
💧 Upper West Fork Park (Starting at 8:00 a.m.)
💧 Arnoldsburg Elementary School (Starting at 9:00 a.m.)

🎉 We are VERY excited to share that Mount Zion PSD has reported that the problem has been FIXED! However, a Boil Water Advisory is imminent as the system returns to service, so this FREE bottled water will still be helpful to families in the coming days.

Each family may receive nearly 1,000 ounces of bottled water:
💧 3 cases of 8 oz. bottles
💧 1 case of 16.9 oz. bottles

When picking up water, please be prepared to provide:
➡️ The name listed on the Mount Zion PSD water bill
➡️ A phone number

🚗 NEED DELIVERY?
If you are unable to pick up water and may need assistance with delivery, please message the WVU Extension Calhoun County page. We cannot guarantee delivery, but we will do our best to connect available resources and volunteers with those who need assistance.

🙋 VOLUNTEERS ARE WELCOME!
Anyone who would like to help with water distribution is welcome to join us at either location. Message us to confirm plans to help!

📣 PLEASE SHARE! Help us spread the word and reach Mount Zion PSD residents who have been impacted by the water outage.

If you have any questions, please reach out through messenger!

06/26/2026

Coming Fall of 2026 to Grantsville City Park

WVU Extension HOP (High Obesity Program) staff are proud to announce a grant award allowing us to purchase outdoor adult exercise equipment and bike rack. Thank you to Grantsville town council for allowing us to install these items at the city park for community usage.

06/26/2026

🍀 "I pledge my..." 💚

The 4-H Pledge is more than just words we recite at meetings and camp. It reminds us of the values we strive to live each day - to think clearly, be loyal, serve others, build healthier lives, and use our hands and hearts to make a difference. It reminds us that 4-H isn't just about what we do; it's about who we become. 🌟

This video is a reflection of our camp family. Through the voices of campers and volunteers, the words of the 4-H Pledge come to life and remind us of the values that united us throughout an incredible week at Calhoun County 4-H Camp. Whether you attended camp this year or are simply part of the 4-H family, we hope these words inspire you just as they have inspired generations of young people before us. 🍀

As you watch, remember that the 4-H Pledge doesn't end when camp is over. It continues in our clubs,our communities (includings schools, homes, jobs, and more), our country, and our world, as young people use their Head, Heart, Hands, and Health to make the best better. ❤️🍀

🎥 A special thank you to the Camp Content Creators who
helped plan, film, and edit this project.

🍀💚 🇺🇸

06/22/2026

🇺🇸❤️🤍💙 That's a wrap on Calhoun County 4-H Camp 2026: United We Stand! 💙🤍❤️🇺🇸

On Friday evening, 70 young people headed home after a week filled with laughter, friendship, learning, service, memories, and countless moments that reminded us why 4-H camp is so special.

Throughout the week, campers explored new interests, built confidence, strengthened friendships, and discovered what it means to stand together as a community. From classes and campfires to games, traditions, and service projects, every part of the week reflected this year's theme: *United We Stand.*

A sincere thank you goes to:
🍀 Our dedicated volunteer staff who gave their time, energy, and hearts to make camp possible.
🍀 The parents and families who trusted us with their children for the week.
🍀 The businesses, organizations, and community members whose generous support helped make camp affordable and provided opportunities that otherwise would not have been possible.

Because of all of you, 70 young people experienced a week they will remember for years to come.

As you enjoy this slideshow of highlights (Shout out to Olivia Zwoll for putting it together) from the week, know that these photos represent just a small glimpse of the memories that were made. We look forward to sharing additional individual photos in mid-July.

And while Camp 2026 may be over, planning for Calhoun County 4-H Camp 2027 is already underway. We can't wait to do it all again - and we hope even more young people will join us next summer!

06/12/2026

The generosity of Calhoun County and the greater 4-H Community across the country really amazes me! I received a donation last night to fully fund the Veteran Activity Packs. Calhoun County 4-H Camp will be creating 50 of those to deliver to our veteran hospitals!

We also received an item to get our Birthday in a Bags started, so I am hoping we may be able to come together and complete that project, on a smaller level (24 bags).

Here is what we need to make that happen:
- Strawberry Frosting (8 Pack) - $15.68
- Chocolate Frosting (8 Pack) - $11.94
- White Frosting (8 Pack) - $15.92
- Chocolate Fudge Cake Mix (12 Pack) - $18.73
- Vanilla Cake Mix (12 Pack) - $17.64
- Happy Birthday Balloons - $12.99
- Happy Birthday Hats - $9.99 (Need 2)
- Streamers - $9.99 (Need 5)
- Birthday Candles - $7.99
- Sprite (12 Pack) - $8.42
- Coca-cola (12 Pack) - $8.42
- Birthday Sticker - $7.99
- Snack Bags - $4.18

These items can be purchased individually on this list: https://a.co/06JjT61H

Or, the entire project can be sponsored for $200.00!

Help us complete this goal and be ready to serve at camp next week!

06/11/2026

Calhoun County delivered with scholarships!

Thank you to the generous donors who helped fulfill all the scholarship requests for our Calhoun County 4-H Camp.

Now, we still need help with one more thing!!! Our Camp Service Project is still in need of multiple items, and these need to be ordered BY TOMORROW to ensure we can provide this HANDS TO LARGER SERVICE experience for Calhoun's youth!

Here are the items we still need:
- Box of Gallon Food Storage Bags - $8.55
- Box of Portion Snack Bags - $4.18
- USA Flag Stress Balls - $31.99
- Kleenex On-The-Go (8 Pack) - $2.69 (Need 7)
- Peppermints - $19.99
- Lifesavers - $11.92
- Mechanical Pencils - $13.99 (Need 3)
- Playing Cards - $31.99
- Veterans Silicone Wristbands - $11.99 (Need 2)
- Notebook Journals - $33.90
- Patriotic American Flag Pens - $20.99
- Thank You for Your Service Stickers - $7.99
- Red, Blue, and Silver Stickers - $8.98
- Puzzle Books - $13.95 (Need 4)

If you are willing to help, please consider ordering from our Amazon Wishlist: https://a.co/0dF8a72V

Or Sponsor the whole project for: $269.16 (Business Price Purchase)

FYI - We are focusing on this one Service Project, as no donations have been acquired toward the other Birthday in a Bag project. If interested in sponsoring that whole project, too, please reach out!

06/09/2026

ONLINE FAMACHA CERTIFICATION- This is tonight!!! June 9 from 6- 8 pm. Link below and you have to preregister to get the link.
[ Small Ruminant Webinar Series - Online FAMACHA Certification](https://web.cvent.com/.../53f25ee9-6da8-486f-a7a6.../summary)

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