GARRETT COUNTY

Garrett County 4-H helps young people explore interests through hands-on projects in agriculture, science, technology, and the arts. This builds essential life skills like leadership and teamwork. Members gain valuable experiences that prepare them for academic and personal success.

Garrett County ENRSG provides leadership and coordination for the Maryland Master Gardener program, education for residential horticulture with a focus on promoting native plants, vegetable gardening, and preserving natural resources and ecosystems.

Garrett County AgFS plays a crucial role in enhancing the agricultural sector by focusing on increasing profitability and resource conservation. Educational programs equip farmers with the necessary skills to adopt sustainable practices.

The Garrett County Agricultural Nutrient Management Program provides farmers with annual plans to balance nutrient inputs with crop requirements while optimizing crop production, increasing profitability, and minimizing nutrient losses to the environment.

Garrett County SNAP-Ed empowered low-income families to adopt healthier lifestyles. It offered programs that improved food access, nutrition quality, and physical activity through workshops, cooking demonstrations, and community events. By collaborating with local organizations and schools, SNAP-Ed effectively reached those in need, promoting wellness and health equity.

Western Maryland Financial Wellness programs strive to ensure that all residents are economically successful at every stage of life through education, research, and outreach programs. The Nutrition, Health, and Wellness Programs focus on reducing health risk factors and promoting wellness, which results in a long-term impact on the community.

Email: rcvetnic@umd.edu

Website: https://extension.umd.edu/locations/garrett-county

Location: 1916 Maryland Hwy., Suite A, Mt. Lake Park, MD 21550

Phone: 301-334-6960

Office Hours: M-F 8:00 am-4:30 pm excluding holidays
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/4HGarrettCoMD

University programs, activities, and facilities are available to all without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, national origin, political affiliation, physical or mental disability, religion, protected veteran status, genetic information, personal appearance, or any other legally protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in any event or activity, please contact us at least two weeks prior to the event at (301) 334-6960.