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Samantha Porzelt, Water Resources Agent for Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester Counties Water is essential to all life, including the wildlife you may want to attract to your backyard. Natural water sources are uncommon in most backyards, but they can be added through temporary or permanent features. These can be as simple as a shallow dish […]

Dawn Stuckey, 4-H Youth Development Agent September marked the beginning of a new leadership program for teens in Hampton County, Hampton County Jr. Leadership. Hampton County Jr. Leadership is a 4-H Program dedicated to developing high school-age participants into young leaders. This program will provide training in the areas of personal and leadership development, networking, […]

Dawn Stuckey, 4-H Youth Development Agent – Colleton and Hampton County From the first fair in 1957 to today, the goals of the Coastal Carolina Fair have remained the same: to raise money for local charities, scholarships, and various community needs and to provide the best family-oriented entertainment for the Lowcountry. This mission has long […]

Akendra Garrett, EFNEP Agent – Berkeley and Charleston Counties Middle school is an important period for adolescents to establish healthy habits that will last a lifetime. It promotes optimal growth and development by allowing youth to become more independent and assist with healthier eating practices. Students at Hanahan Middle School demonstrate exactly that! Mrs. Hill, […]

Beatriss Calhoun, Water Resources Extension Agent The holiday season is fast approaching; however, keeping your water quality in mind is never too late. The increased travel, shopping, and shipping during the holiday season can take a toll on our environment. Below, you will see that with a bit of planning and mindful choices, you can […]

By: Samantha Porzelt, Water Resource Agent Every fall Clemson Extension provides technical training opportunities for residential and professional audiences through the Master Rain Gardener Hybrid Course. The course includes 5 online modules and an in-person field day where participants get to install a rain garden. The field day consists of site assessments, soil assessments, soil […]

By: Samantha Porzelt, Water Resource Agent On September 25th Clemson Extension hosted a pond buffer workshop in partnership with Dorchester County Parks & Rec and Friends of Dorchester County Parks at Ashley River Park in Summerville. The workshop began with a presentation by Water Resources Agent Ellen Sturup Comeau introducing stormwater ponds, recreational ponds, and […]

By: Molly Jones Dorchester 4-H Youth Development Agent Rapid growth and development in Dorchester and Colleton Couties are bringing an influx of folks with children interested in participating in extra-curricular activities. 4-H is a wonderful outlet for children that are interested in animals and agriculture to cultivate those passions and grow with our program. As […]

Susan Lunt, Carolina Clear Coordinator and  Water Resources Extension Associate Heavy rains can saturate a septic drainfield and can cause your septic system to malfunction. There are steps to take to help protect your septic system before, during, and after a flood. By keeping your septic system properly maintained, you are ultimately better protecting your […]

Akendra Garrett, EFNEP Agent – Berkeley and    Charleston Counties As we embrace the warmth of summer, with hotter temperatures and longer days, it is an excellent opportunity to work toward our health and well-being goals. Going outside for outdoor activities and fun-filled adventures is always wonderful. I want to share a few pointers with […]