WVU Extension Jackson County

05/28/2026

Do you own a pressure canner with a gauge? Did you know it should be tested annually to ensure it is reading accurately?

Bring your dial gauge pressure canner lid to our upcoming testing event and have it tested free of charge. This quick check can help ensure safe home food preservation for you and your family.

Meet me at your local store:
Ripley: 21 Market
Monday, June 8
4-6:00pm
or
Ravenswood: Farmers Feed Hardware & Supply
Wednesday, June 10
4-6:00pm

05/26/2026

The Jackson County Jr. Fair Home Arts registration link is now open. If you would like to pre-register your exhibits, please use the following link: https://wvu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2itFCVtQPO4Kwwm

For the 2026 Home Arts rule book, please visit: https://tinyurl.com/homearts

The Jackson County Community Educational Outreach Service will be hosting a special themed section this year, America's 250th!

05/18/2026

The Mountaineer Food Bank will be coming to the JCJF Fairgrounds on June 10th.

If you would like to volunteer, please reach out to Amber at 304-372-8199. We need at least 5 people to continue this service to our county.

05/13/2026

JACKSON COUNTY JR FAIR 4-H AND FFA BEEF HOOF TRIMMING
DATE: SATURDAY, JUNE 13, 2026
TIME: 7:30 AM TO 11:30 AM
PLACE: JACKSON COUNTY JR FAIRGROUNDS @ FEEDER STEER/HEIFER BARN (ACROSS FROM SHOW ARENA) FOLLOW THE SIGNS TO ENTER FOR UNLOADING
PRICE: $30 PER HEAD

05/12/2026

Still needing a few kids to finish out senior and junior poultry teams. We are also still taking anyone wanting to do land judging. Youths do not have to be a current member of 4H. Sign-up with the QR code or link below. Practices will begin soon. Don’t miss you chance to be on a potential state championship team!!

Sign up link: https://wvu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_e5HEd2ZcQDGI4d0

05/07/2026

JACKSON COUNTY 4-H AND FFA STATE FAIR TAG REQUESTS FOR MARKET GOAT, MARKET LAMB, MARKET HOG AND NEW FOR 2026 PROSPECT CALVES. DEADLINE TO REQUEST TAGS IS MONDAY, MAY 11TH.

PLEASE COMPLETE THE GOOGLE SURVEY LINK BY MONDAY, MAY 11th TO REQUEST WV STATE FAIR TAGS.

https://forms.gle/RGx6Y5n7SpzNtdmTA

JACKSON CO. 4-H and FFA: 2026 WV STATE FAIR 4-H/FFA MARKET HOG, LAMB, AND/OR GOAT TAG AND NEW PROSPECT CALF TAG REQUEST: DEADLINE MAY 11TH JACKSON CO. 4-H and FFA: 2026 WV STATE FAIR 4-H/FFA MARKET HOG, LAMB, AND/OR GOAT TAG AND NEW PROSPECT CALF TAG REQUEST: DEADLINE MAY 11TH 2026 WV STATE FAIR 4-H/FFA MARKET HOG, LAMB, GOAT TAG REQUEST: FOR THE WV STATE FAIR, 4-H AND FFA EXHIBITORS ARE LIMITED TO: MARKET LAMBS-THREE TAGS MAX, MARKET GOAT-THREE MAX, AND MARKET HOG-TWO TAGS MAX, PROSPECT CALF TAGS MAY BE REQUESTED FOR 2026. HOG, LAMBS, PROSPECT BEEF AND/OR GOAT FOR STATE FAIR WILL BE TAGGED ON SATURDAY, JUNE 13TH IN THE MORNING (TIME WILL BE ANNOUNCED) AT THE FAIRGROUNDS ******THE EXHIBITOR WILL BE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE PROJECT IN THE COUNTY BY JULY 26TH TO BE ALLO docs.google.com
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FOR THE WV STATE FAIR, 4-H AND FFA EXHIBITORS ARE LIMITED TO: (Ownership date for all is June 10th, 2026)

MARKET LAMBS-THREE TAGS

MARKET GOAT- THREE TAGS

MARKET HOG-TWO TAGS

NEW PROSPECT CALVES:

MARKET HOG, MARKET LAMBS, PROSPECT CALVES AND/OR MARKET GOAT FOR STATE FAIR WILL BE TAGGED ON SATURDAY, JUNE 13TH IN THE MORNING (TIME WILL BE ANNOUNCED) AT THE FAIRGROUNDS

******THE EXHIBITOR WILL BE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE PROJECT IN THE COUNTY BY JULY 26TH TO BE ALLOWED TO THEN TAKE THE TAGGED STATE FAIR ANIMAL TO THE STATE FAIR

2026 WV STATE FAIR 4-H/FFA MARKET HOG, LAMB, GOAT TAG REQUEST: FOR THE WV STATE FAIR, 4-H AND FFA EXHIBITORS ARE LIMITED TO: MARKET LAMBS-THREE TAGS MAX, MARKET GOAT-THREE MAX, AND MARKET HOG-TWO TAGS MAX, PROSPECT CALF TAGS MAY BE REQUESTED FOR 2026. HOG, LAMBS, PROSPECT BEEF AND/OR GOAT FOR STATE....

05/07/2026

Sign up for 4-H land and poultry judging teams!! Livestock will be offered in the fall, but don't miss out on land and poultry judging. The link for registration is located in the comments

05/06/2026

Join us tomorrow at the Jackson County Family Support Center!

Tomorrow at 10! Come hear a story and have a snack! Stay and play for a while too! Hope to see you!

05/01/2026

Welcome to our new e-newsletter! This publication is designed to keep you informed about current programs, upcoming events, and valuable resources. We look forward to sharing relevant information and staying connected with you. As we get started, you may notice a few technical hiccups while we fine-tune things. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to improve your experience. We hope these articles provide practical ideas, useful information, and a glimpse into the many ways Extension is working to support individuals, families, and youth throughout our community. Thank you for staying connected with your Jackson County Extension office; we look forward to a productive and vibrant spring together!

Check out this US Letter designed by Amber Goff.

04/24/2026

This summer, we have “One Big Goal” for OMC, Alpha I, and Alpha II State 4-H Camps, and we need your help. 🫵

🎯 Our goal: To have at least one camper from all 55 counties in West Virginia in attendance at OMC, Alpha I, and Alpha II.

One of the strengths of these statewide 4-H camps is bringing young people from around West Virginia to meet, learn, and enhance connections with their peers. We’ll be tracking our attendance and want everyone to help us recruit youth from each county to attend. 🍀🏕️

Help us color the map 4-H green! 💚