Winston County - Alabama Extension

05/26/2026

First, we want to say a big THANK YOU to everyone who participated in this year’s Senior Walking Program Challenge! We appreciate each of you who signed up and took on the challenge. We are so proud of the effort and dedication shown throughout the month. Whether you reached all 30 miles or simply made time to be more active, your hard work truly shows!

While this year looked a little different in how incentives were offered, we are incredibly grateful for a community that continues to show up and stay focused on the bigger goal — being active, improving health, and supporting one another.

🎉 Now for our prize drawing winners! 🎉
Participants who returned their completed calendars were entered into a random drawing. Check out the video below 👇 to see the spinning wheel selection! Winners can pick up there gift cards from our office anytime!

Congratulations to:
🏆 $50 Gift Card Winners (Gateway Foodland):
• Betty Gray
• Teresa Mauldin

🏅 $30 Gift Card Winners (Gateway Foodland):
• Rhonda Bass
• Georgette Owens
• Paul Millwood
• Beth Hutcheson

Thank you again for being part of this program — we love seeing our community take steps toward healthier living! 💚

05/22/2026

In observance of Memorial Day, Alabama Extension offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026.

Memorial Day is a time to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. As we pause to reflect on their sacrifice, we encourage everyone to have a safe and healthy holiday. www.aces.edu.

05/22/2026

A BIG thank you to everyone who joined us for the Wellness Walk & Talk Series with EFNEP Educator, Laura Briley! We wanted to take a moment to share these photos and express our gratitude to everyone who came out and participated. We loved spending our Fridays walking, learning, and growing together.

It was truly rewarding to see so many of you showing up, supporting one another, and taking steps toward healthier habits. Your energy and encouragement made each session so special!
We hope you enjoyed the recipes, tips, and time together as much as we did—it was just as fun and fulfilling for us to be part of this journey with you!

05/21/2026

05/05/2026

We had a great time bringing the “Farmer for a Day” experience to first graders at Double Springs Elementary! 🌾🚜 Students learned how food goes from the farm to their table through fun, hands-on activities.

05/05/2026

Thinking about raising sheep or goats—or looking to improve your current operation? Join us for an upcoming Sheep & Goat Production Workshop! This hands-on workshop will cover practical topics to help you succeed, including:
✔️ Forages
✔️ Grazing management
✔️ Budgets
✔️ F***l egg counts
✔️ And more!

📆 Wednesday, May 20
📍 No Fences Cowboy Church, Falkville, AL
⏰ 10 AM - 3 PM
💲 FREE
🥪 Lunch provided to those who preregister

Click the link to register online now! www.aces.edu/go/SG
Be sure to register by Friday, May 15 to reserve your spot!
This workshop will include both presentations and hands-on learning opportunities—great for beginners and experienced producers alike.

Whether you are new or experienced, come learn about raising sheep and goats at this hands-on workshop. Topics will include forages, grazing management, budgeting, f***l egg count, herd dogs and....

04/22/2026

It’s Pig Squeal Week!
Join us this Saturday for the Pig Squeal Show & Auction!
Show begins at 9:00 AM, followed immediately by the auction which is your chance to support local Winston County 4‑H youth by purchasing one of the pigs.
📍 Location:
Fayette County Multipurpose Complex
650 McConnell Loop
Fayette, AL 35555
Come enjoy a great livestock show, support our hardworking 4‑H members, and be part of a fun, community‑focused event. We hope to see you there! 🐖

04/22/2026

Earth Day is a reminder that caring for our environment starts with everyday actions.

By protecting our natural resources, promoting sustainability, and making informed choices, we can all help create a healthier future for our communities.

Through Alabama Extension, you can find research-based programs and resources that support these efforts. Here are just a few ways to get involved:
Master Gardener Program
Grow More, Give More 250 Pound Challenge
Food Preservation Classes
Alabama Master Naturalist Program

Whether you're planting a garden, reducing food waste, or learning about local ecosystems, Alabama Extension is here to help you take the next step.

Find more resources and programs at www.aces.edu.

04/16/2026

Sharing Knowledge and Growing Understanding

Winston County Extension was proud to partner with the Winston County Soil & Water Conservation District to bring Farmer for a Day to life—a hands‑on agricultural awareness program designed to help families better understand where their food comes from and what a day in the life of a farmer really looks like.

Created for children and adults, Farmer for a Day bridges the gap for those with limited exposure to agriculture by offering fun, interactive activities that make farming understandable, engaging, and memorable. From the first event, participants were excited to learn, and many adults shared how eye‑opening it was to see the work that goes into producing everyday food.

This program reflects a shared effort, with support from Extension, Soil & Water, and local community members whose craftsmanship and generosity helped make the event possible. While each event takes a strong volunteer effort, partnerships like this make it possible to reach more families and strengthen agricultural education across Winston County.

Interested in bringing Farmer for a Day to your school or community event? Contact the Winston County Extension Office at 205‑489‑5376 to learn more or submit a request.

04/16/2026

Inspiring the Future Through Hands‑On Learning

Winston County Alabama 4-H proudly partnered with Dr. Harmony Glenn, DVM of the Double Springs Veterinary Clinic to offer a one‑of‑a‑kind Veterinary Summer Camp for youth ages 11–18. Held over two Saturdays in summer 2025, the camp welcomed small groups of participants for an engaging, hands‑on look into the world of veterinary medicine.

Campers explored real‑world veterinary skills using realistic models, including learning about animal reproduction through a calving simulator, practicing ear tagging and intubation techniques, and gaining a better understanding of what it takes to pursue a career in animal health. Older participants also took a deeper dive into veterinary school pathways, program requirements, financial considerations like student debt, and a variety of career opportunities within the field.

This camp was made possible through strong collaboration between Extension professionals, Dr. Glenn and her clinic team, and local community partners—all working together to create an experience that was educational, honest, and inspiring. More than just a camp, it opened doors for young people to ask questions, build skills, and begin envisioning their future in animal health.

Partnerships like this show the power of Alabama Extension and Alabama 4‑H—bringing community expertise together to invest in youth, build workforce readiness, and strengthen our local communities. Be on the look out for this years Vet Camp dates coming soon!

Interested in opportunities like this for your child? Join 4‑H or learn more about upcoming youth programs by contacting the Winston County Extension Office at 205‑489‑5376. We’d love to help you get involved!