UGA Extension Ware County/4-H

09/25/2026

On Monday, September 21, Ware County 4-H hosted its monthly 4-H Career Connections program, with a focus on careers in the medical field.

The day began at Memorial Satilla Health, where students heard from Greg O'Quinn, Vice President of Human Resources, and Sarah Gove, Director of Facility Communications & Community Engagement. Participants then had the opportunity to tour a sterile operating room, test their laparoscopic surgery skills, and learn from a member of the maintenance team about the important role they play in keeping the hospital running smoothly.

After lunch, the group traveled to Coastal Pines Technical College, where the Dean of Allied Health Programs, Penny DiLorenzo, guided us through a behind-the-scenes look at the Radiologic Technology, Surgical Technology, Paramedicine, and Respiratory Care programs. Students and program directors shared information about their respective programs.

The day concluded with a visit from Jack Fulford of Miles-Odum Funeral Home, who discussed the education and training required to become a funeral director and embalmer in Georgia, along with insights into a typical day in the profession.

A special thank you to everyone who helped plan this experience and to the professionals who welcomed our group and shared their knowledge. Opportunities like these help young people explore careers, connect classroom learning to real-world experiences, and discover future possibilities, right here in their hometown.

We're already looking forward to next month's Career Connections program where we will explore careers in agriculture and Family and Consumer Sciences. Participants will visit a local dairy goat farm and make goat milk ice cream. If you're interested in joining us, call the Ware County Extension Office at (912) 490-2456 for more information and to register.

**University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Veteran, Disability Institution. If you need a reasonable accommodation or language access services, contact the Ware County Extension office at (912) 490-2456 or [email protected], at least three weeks prior to the program date.

09/24/2026

Join us for our October session of our Home Food Preservation series featuring apple butter! 🍎

When? Tuesday, October 20th, 2026 at 2 PM
Where? Waycross Ware County Public Library at 401 Lee Avenue Waycross, GA 31501
Cost? FREE!
How do I register? Call our office at 912-490-2456. Registration is required. There are limited spots!

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity, Veteran, Disability Institution. If you need reasonable accommodation or language access services, contact the Ware County Extension Office at 912-490-2456 or [email protected], at least three weeks prior to the program date.

09/22/2026

We really CRUSHED it today.. about 14 pounds of tomatoes that is! 🍅

September’s class of our Home Food Preservation series featured crushed tomatoes, and this group learned about water bath canning, tomato acidification, and then canned crushed tomatoes.

Thank you to the Waycross Ware County Public Library for hosting, and thank you to Ware Children's Initiative for sponsoring. Thanks to your generous donation, we were able to offer this class at no cost to participants.

Interested in the next session? Next month is apple butter! Call our office at 912-490-2456 to sign up or learn more.

09/16/2026

💜 SAVE A LIFE SERIES CONTINUES THIS MONDAY! 💜

Ware County students in 6th–12th grade, join us Monday, September 21st for the next session of our SAVE A LIFE Series: Su***de Awareness.

Representatives from Unison will be joining us to help students learn how to recognize warning signs and risk factors and connect them with resources that could help SAVE A LIFE.

🍽️ Dinner: 5:30 PM
💜 Class: 6:00 PM
📅 Monday, September 21st

Knowing the signs, knowing what to say, and knowing where to turn for help can make a difference.

Join us and help SAVE A LIFE. 💜

RSVP by calling 912-490-2456 or send call or us a text with name of student to 912-387-6127

09/16/2026

The sign-up deadline has been extended to tomorrow! Call our office at (912) 490-2456 to register!

Calling all future doctors, nurses, surgeons, therapists, and healthcare heroes!

Have you ever wondered what it's like to work in the medical field? Join us for 4-H Career Connections: Medical Services and get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at a variety of healthcare careers! Students will even have the opportunity to dress out and observe an operating room environment.

- September 21, 2026
- Open to 6th–12th graders
- Transportation provided
- FREE to attend, you just need lunch money!
- Only 10 spots available!

Whether you're already dreaming of a medical career or just curious about the possibilities, this is a hands-on experience you don't want to miss. Register by September 7th to reserve your spot!

Call (912) 490-2456 for more information or to register.

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*University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity, Veteran, Disability Institution. If you need reasonable accommodation or language access services, contact the Ware County Extension office at (912) 490-2456 or [email protected], at least three weeks prior to the program date.

09/14/2026

Reminder: Deadline This Week!!!!

There's something for everyone at the GNF! From Graphic Design contests to the Family Scarecrow Contest and so much more, 4-H'ers and families have plenty of fun activities to enjoy.

Registration is due to our office by September 18, 2026.

For more information or to register, contact our office at 912-490-2456. Don't miss out on the fun—we can't wait to see you participate!

*An Equal Opportunity, Veteran, Disability Institution

09/10/2026

Deadline to register is tomorrow! Don't Miss Out!

🎡🎠 Who's ready for the Georgia National Fair?! 🎠🎡

Join us for Georgia 4-H Day at the Georgia National Fair on October 16!

💚 FREE admission for students in 4th–12th grade
👨‍👩‍👧 Parents & chaperones: $14
🎟️ Optional unlimited ride wristband: $30

📅 Registration deadline: September 11

Don't miss this exciting day of rides, exhibits, livestock, games, food, and 4-H fun with friends from across Georgia! 🎉

Register before it's too late—we can't wait to see you at the fair! 🍿🎡💚



The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity Institution. If you need reasonable accommodation or language access services, contact the Ware County Extension Office at 912-490-2456 at least three weeks prior to the program date.

09/04/2026

UGA Extension, Fort Valley State Extension, and Georgia Farmer's Initiative for Training and Sustainability will be hosting an Estate Planning webinar on Tuesday, September 22nd, 2026 from noon-1:30 p.m.

Topics include:
-What is a last will and testament?
-Power of Attorney
-Healthcare directives/living wills
-How to prevent heirs' property
-How to avoid costly estate planning fees
-What is probate?

To register, scan the QR code below or visit: fvsu.ag/gafits20260922

Registration closes on Tuesday, September 15th. For more information, contact Ida Jackson at 706-678-2332.

09/04/2026

The Ware County UGA Extension Office will be closed Monday, September 7th, 2026 in observance of Labor Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, September 8th, 2026.

09/03/2026

Kind of a big DILL! 🥒

FACS Agent Tabitha Kirkendall and participants made quick fresh-pack dill pickles at August's home food preservation class at the Waycross Ware County Public Library, thanks to a sponsorship from Ware Children's Initiative. Participants learned about the process of pickling, water bath canning, and left with a new recipe to use at home. Thank you to all who contributed or attended!

Interested in learning more about food preservation? Our September class is quickly approaching and we will be canning tomatoes! Call us at 912-490-2456 to learn more.