Staying as Busy as a Bee!

Things have continued to be as busy as ever here at the Floyd County Extension Office. These past two weeks have consisted of continuing certain programs, taking field trips with the Quilt Guild, and continuing my special project. I was also given the opportunity to venture out with the Floyd County 4H Agent, Heather Nelson and helped out at one of her day camps. Everyone in the office is still packing up and planning on the big move. We have had some set backs on the moving date, but everyone has continued to be optimistic and very excited about the move, including the entire county!

During my third week at the Extension Office, I went out and about with the Quilt Guild for their annual field trip. We traveled all the way up to Greenup County and visited many quilt and fabric shops. We also made one last stop at Hobby Lobby located in the city Ashland before heading back home. Not only was this trip a blast, it was such a pleasure having given the opportunity to spend the whole day with the Quilt Guild women. I also went to the local UPS and continued the weight loss program. Later on, I helped out at the last “Plate It Up!” Food Demonstrations at the local greenhouse.

In the fourth week, I assisted with a Health Fair located at the Betsy Layne Senior Citizens Center and I attended one of the 4H Day Camps at Allen Elementary. The 4H Day Camps’ theme this summer is “Bugs, Critters, & the Great Outdoors!” This was a two-day day camp. On the first day the children played games, did crafts, caught (harmless) bugs, and made snacks. We all also went out on an adventure around the school searching for a Sassafras Tree. On the second day, one of the summer helpers brought her pet rats (the critters) for the kids observe, pet, and learn about rats and their natural habitat. At first the kids were drawn back at the rats, but absolutely loved them by the end of the day.