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UGA Extension Banks County links the resources of the University of Georgia and Banks County to provide educational programs, information, and assistance to the citizens of Banks County. UGA Extension Banks County helps the citizens of Banks County by addressing the following initiatives:

  • Family and Economic Well-Being
  • Conservation and Management of Natural Resources
  • Agriculture Programming and Research Opportunities
  • Improving Nutrition, Diet and Health
  • Revitalizing Rural America
  • Water Quality
  • Youth Leadership
  • 4-H Youth Development Program
  • Service Learning/Citizenship

If you'd like to learn about building a safer environment for your children or protecting the environment we all share, avoiding chronic diseases like diabetes with healthy food or training food handlers in your cafeteria, the University of Georgia Extension program is the place to start.

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Learning for Life is the goal of the department which, in turn, helps citizens make informed decisions with research based non-biased information. Just call 1-800-ASK-UGA1 (275-8421) from anywhere in Georgia. You'll be automatically connected to the UGA Extension office in that county.

UGA Extension Banks County
413 Evans Street
P.O. Box 157
Homer, GA 30547
Phone: (706) 677-6230
Fax: (706) 677-6233
Email: uge1011@uga.edu


Interested in a tax preparation appointment?

Use the links on the left hand side of the page to navigate to "Volunteer Income Tax Assistance".  You can also call our office at 706-677-230 or use the email submission form below!

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Upcoming Events in Banks County and Beyond

  • Apr 30 Georgia Green Landscape Stewards Looking for a way to make your home landscape more sustainable? Join Forsyth County Extension staff for this spring offering of the Georgia Green Landscape Stewards program. You will learn about simple steps to support native wildlife, improve soil health, and protect water quality in your community. At the end of the series you will have the opportunity to certify your landscape as a Georgia Green Landscape!
    • Virtual Event
  • May 6 Credit Score Workshop Are you thinking of buying a house, a new car, or taking out a business loan? Are you confused by what makes "good" credit, and how to keep it? Join UGA Extension Banks/Habersham County for a FREE credit workshop! We will discuss the factors that go into determining your credit score and why they are important. This program is open to the public. Please RSVP by visiting tinyurl.com/UGACreditScore or by calling 706-754-2318.
    • Cornelia, GA - (13.0 Miles)
  • May 12 Budgeting 101 This FREE class is offered as guidance to learn how to build your budget and increase your financial capability. Learn Strategies to keep your expenses within your means and build your savings. Pre-registration is required for this class and ends the day before scheduled day.
    • Ellijay, GA - (65.0 Miles)
  • May 13 Small Ruminant Parasite Workshop Join us on May 13th from 1:00-5:00pm at Emmanuel University's Agriculture Center for our Small Ruminant Parasite Workshop! Shanna Reynolds, Oglethorpe County ANR Agent, will be training all participants in FAMACHA scoring and fecal sample analysis. All participants will leave the course with FAMACHA certification. Throughout the workshop, we will be highlighting proper parasite management in your small ruminant herds! Registration is $35 per participant. You can register by clicking here or by calling our office at 706-376-3134. Your spot is not reserved until payment at the Hart County Extension Office is made. We hope you will join us in May to learn all about parasite management!
    • Royston, GA - (19.0 Miles)
  • May 16 Homegrown Basics: A Beginners Guide to Vermicomposting Turn kitchen scraps into garden gold! This introductory class on vermicomposting will walk you through the basics of composting with worms. Participants will build their own beginner vermicomposting bin to take home and get started right away. Perfect for eco-conscious gardeners of all levels! Please call our office at 404-613-7670 to register.
    • Atlanta, GA - (56.0 Miles)
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