N.C. Cooperative Extension, Dare County

N.C. Cooperative Extension, Dare County Providing every citizen of Dare County with education and resources to improve their lives.

Check out our website at http://dare.ces.ncsu.edu/ for information on the latest research, upcoming events, and more.

Summer Catch Up Series: Firstshot Archery Camp! 🏹Campers learned the basics of archery and practiced their new skills wi...
08/29/2026

Summer Catch Up Series: Firstshot Archery Camp! 🏹

Campers learned the basics of archery and practiced their new skills with volunteer leader Valerie!

Looks like a bullseye to us! 🎯

Let’s be real: the transition from "lazy summer snacks" to "structured school lunches" can feel like a professional spor...
08/26/2026

Let’s be real: the transition from "lazy summer snacks" to "structured school lunches" can feel like a professional sport. 🏃‍♂️💨 Between the morning rush and after-school practice, meal planning isn't just a luxury, it’s a sanity saver!

Here are 3 quick tips to keep your kitchen organized and stretch your food budget to its max this semester:

Pivot to Plant Proteins: Beans, lentils, and eggs are nutritional powerhouses that cost a fraction of meat. 🍳 Swap one beef meal for a bean chili or lentil pasta to see instant savings.
Buy Generic & Bulk: Store brands are often the exact same quality as name brands. Grab large bags of oats or rice instead of pre-packaged cups—you’re paying for the convenience, not the food! 🍚
Shop discount grocery stores: These stores focus on low prices and bare bones store layouts. You may need to bring your own bags.
Shop Your Pantry First: "Inventory night" is a lifesaver. Use that lone jar of sauce or box of crackers before buying more. 🕵️‍♀️
Don’t forget to use your SNAP benefits!

If you need any assistance with the SNAP program, contact the More In My Basket team at 1-855-240-1451 today! ..
Seamos realistas: la transición de "aperitivos perezosos de verano" a "almuerzos escolares estructurados" puede parecer un deporte profesional. 🏃 ♂️💨 Entre la hora punta de la mañana y los entrenamientos después del colegio, planificar las comidas no es solo un lujo, ¡es un salvavidas de cordura!

Aquí tienes 3 consejos rápidos para mantener tu cocina organizada y estirar tu presupuesto de comida al máximo este semestre:

Cambio a proteínas vegetales: Las alubias, las lentejas y los huevos son potencias nutricionales que cuestan una fracción de la carne. 🍳 Cambia una comida de ternera por una pasta de chili de frijoles o lentejas para ahorrar al instante.
Compra genérico y al por mayor: Las marcas de tienda suelen tener exactamente la misma calidad que las marcas conocidas. Coge bolsas grandes de avena o arroz en lugar de vasos preenvasados: ¡pagas por la comodidad, no por la comida! 🍚
Compra en supermercados de descuento: Estas tiendas se centran en precios bajos y en distribuciones básicas. Puede que tengas que llevar tus propias maletas.
Compra primero tu despensa: "Noche de inventario" es un salvavidas. Usa ese único tarro de salsa o una caja de galletas saladas antes de comprar más. 🕵️‍♀️
¡No olvides usar tus beneficios SNAP!

Si necesitas ayuda con el programa SNAP, contacta hoy mismo con el equipo de Más En Mi Canasta al 1-855-240-1451.

Summer Catch Up Series: HeartSaver Camp 💜Camps kicked off with 4 sessions of ACA Heartsaver Certification Courses with a...
08/25/2026

Summer Catch Up Series: HeartSaver Camp 💜

Camps kicked off with 4 sessions of ACA Heartsaver Certification Courses with all participants earning their CPR, First Aid, AED Certifications!

We were joined by Dare County staff and folks from the Hatteras Island Ocean Center. 🦈

Happy 1st Day of School! 🎉 The Dare County Extension Office wishes students, teachers, and staff a fantastic year filled...
08/24/2026

Happy 1st Day of School! 🎉

The Dare County Extension Office wishes students, teachers, and staff a fantastic year filled with learning and memorable experiences. Here's to a successful school year! 📚✨

Summer Catch Up Series: District Activity Day🍀We started our summer off with taking four 4-Hers to our North East Distri...
08/20/2026

Summer Catch Up Series: District Activity Day

🍀We started our summer off with taking four 4-Hers to our North East District Activity Day where they all presented/performed with other 4-H Youth in our District. Dare County 4-H is so proud of our participants! The 3 old enough to compete placed in their categories and all qualified for State 4-H Congress! 🏆

Apply today if you are interested in horticulture, native plants, education, volunteer management and working in and wit...
08/20/2026

Apply today if you are interested in horticulture, native plants, education, volunteer management and working in and with our community! https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/232463

08/20/2026

These two have rocked it!!! The Dare County Extension Office stood on the shoulders of these two wonderful ladies for several months! Great Job Kim and Victoria!

If you're between the ages of 18 and 64, don't have any children and are mentally and physically able to work, your SNAP...
08/19/2026

If you're between the ages of 18 and 64, don't have any children and are mentally and physically able to work, your SNAP benefits may only be available for 3 months.

This ABAWD (Able-bodied without dependents) policy requires individuals who fall into this category to be working at least 20 hours a week to received continued benefits. Otherwise, the benefits will stop after that 3-month period.

Keep in mind that working hours count as part-time or full-time jobs, volunteer work, work training programs or similar.

If you would like to find out if you are eligible to apply for SNAP in North Carolina, visit the More In My Basket website at morefood.org and submit a contact form. Their team will reach out to you within 3 business days. ..
Si tienes entre 18 y 64 años, no tienes hijos y estás mental y físicamente capacitado para trabajar, tus beneficios SNAP pueden estar disponibles solo durante 3 meses.

Esta política ABAWD (Sin discapacidad física sin dependientes) exige que las personas que entren en esta categoría trabajen al menos 20 horas semanales para recibir beneficios continuados. De lo contrario, los beneficios cesarán tras ese periodo de 3 meses.

Ten en cuenta que las horas de trabajo cuentan como trabajos a tiempo parcial o completo, voluntariado, programas de formación laboral o similares.

Si desea saber si es elegible para solicitar SNAP en Carolina del Norte, visite la web de Más En Mi Canasta
en morefood.org y envíe un formulario de contacto. Su equipo se pondrá en contacto contigo en un plazo de 3 días laborables.

🔅Wow! What a summer we have been having here at Dare County Cooperative Extension. 🍀 It's been all-hands-on-deck for the...
08/17/2026

🔅Wow! What a summer we have been having here at Dare County Cooperative Extension. 🍀 It's been all-hands-on-deck for the summer and we are just now able to start catching up with sharing some highlights from our adventures this summer!

📸Check out these snaps and stay tuned for posts about each activity our 4-Hers & campers rocked this year. 😎💚

If you are interested in a SNAP eligibility screening, want help completing the application or have general questions ab...
08/12/2026

If you are interested in a SNAP eligibility screening, want help completing the application or have general questions about the program, contact the More In My Basket staff.

Assistance is available in English, Spanish and Portuguese. Their staff can be reached at the toll-free numbers below or by visiting their website: morefood.org.

MIMB staff are generally available 8am - 5pm. They do go out to community events, so if you call and no one answers, leave a message and someone will return your call within 3 business days.

📞 1-855-240-1451 (English/Portuguese) 📞 1-888-382-7105 (Spanish)

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Si te interesa una selección de elegibilidad para SNAP, quieres ayuda para completar la solicitud o tienes preguntas generales sobre el programa, contacta con el equipo de Más En Mi Canasta

La asistencia está disponible en inglés, español y portugués. Su personal puede ser contactado en los números gratuitos que aparecen a continuación o visitando su página web: morefood.org.

El personal de MIMB generalmente está disponible de 8 a 17 h. Van a eventos comunitarios, así que si llamas y nadie responde, deja un mensaje y alguien te devolverá la llamada en un plazo de 3 días laborables.

📞 1-855-240-1451 (inglés/portugués) 📞 1-888-382-7105 (español)

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