Alcorn County Extension Office

Our office will be closed Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day. We hope everyone has a safe and reflective holiday weekend as we remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

If you need a private applicator certification or to renew a pre-existing certification, here is your opportunity. Call 662-286-7755 to RSVP by June 25th!

Adult canning workshop being offered May 11 from 4-6 pm. Space is limited. Call today to register!

Dont forget to RSVP!

Make plans to join us on April 30th at the Alcorn County Forestry Association Meeting. Dr. James Shannon, MSU Extension Service Forestry Specialist, will give a presentation on winter storm damage. We will also hold an officer election.
Thank you to Farm Bureau for sponsoring our meal. Please RSVP by April 24th at 662-286-7755 for meal planning purposes.

The RSVP deadline has been extended to Thursday, April 23rd for the upcoming cattlemen's meeting. Please RSVP if you plan to attend!

Get your MOVE on with Magnolia Moves Activity Challenge (MMAC) happening April 20-May 31. Join the Alcorn Magnolia Walkers team!!
The best part, there is a APP for that...MoveSpring or you may download the desktop version! You may join as an individual or a team. Weekly prizes will be given away! Order activity t-shirts online through the MMAC website.
Click on the link for more information and to register for the activity! https://extension.msstate.edu/magnolia-moves
Magnolia Moves Activity Challenge supports Extension’s mission by encouraging Mississippians to increase physical activity and adopt healthier eating habits.

Get your MOVE on with Magnolia Moves Activity Challenge (MMAC) happening April 20-May 31. The best part, there is a APP for that...MoveSpring or you may download the desktop version! You may join as an individual or a team. Weekly prizes will be given away! Order activity t-shirts online through the MMAC website.
Click on the link for more information and to register for the activity! https://extension.msstate.edu/magnolia-moves
Magnolia Moves Activity Challenge supports Extension’s mission by encouraging Mississippians to increase physical activity and adopt healthier eating habits.

Bundt Cake Fundraiser in full swing hosted by the Alcorn County 4-H Volunteer Leaders' Association to raise money to support 4-H scholarships for 4-Hers in Alcorn County! $7 for individual bundtlets... flavors listed below. Ask a 4-H volunteer today or contact the Extension office at 662-286-7756. Order deadline is Friday, April 24.

Paper Clovers coming soon to Tractor Supply! Be sure to stop by Tractor Supply of Corinth April 17-May 3 and purchase a paper clover to support 4-H!

We had a "Beast of a Feast" at the recent Wildlife Tasting Supper held April 11 at the Crossroads Arena! There were 250 in attendance with 103 dishes judged. There was lots of tasty wild game dishes including deer, turkey, rabbit, pheasant, salmon, goose, wild hog, and more plus desserts. The annual supper included a new event, a Casting Challenge sponsored by Lew’s® for youth and adults hosted by David Fritts, former Bassmaster Classic Champion. Additionally, the annual turkey and duck calling contests for youth were held during the event. We would like to thank all of our sponsors and those who provided door prizes!

For our raffles, Jake Curtis Hunt won the Mississippi Youth Lifetime Hunting License. Jimmy Drewery, Hunter Null, and Bro. Randy Marchant won the gun raffles. Jerry Brown won the 4-H 5/50 raffle.

The first annual Joe Garrett and Bobby Garrett Memorial Wildlife Dish Award went to long-time event supporter, Joe Caldwell, for his Smoked Rabbit Boudin!

🦞Water Critter Dishes: Denise Erwin (Salmon Bites), 1st; Greg Tucker (Fried Crappie), 2nd; Annette Tucker (Baked Lemon Pepper Crappie), 3rd; and Ethan Kendrick (Crawdad Bisque), Honorable Mention
🦃Hunting Club Dishes: Brian Coleman with Underwood Bottom Hunting Club (Crawfish Cornbread), 1st; Davy Null with Pine Mountain Hunting Club (Deer Taco and Rice Casserole), 2nd; and Larry Muse with Muse Hunting Club (Deer and Red Beans), 3rd
🦌Antlered Dishes: Shannon Mills (Deer Quesadillas), 1st; Nicole Wiginton, (Deer Mississippi Roast), 2nd; Shorty Mincey (Outlaw Deer), 3rd; and Billy Martin (Deer Tamale Balls), Honorable Mention
🦆Feathered Dishes: Joseph Wilhite (Specklebelly Goose Kabob), 1st; Justin Fiveash (Turkey Bombs), 2nd; Chad Bragg (Wild Turkey Sliders), 3rd; and Jerry Malone (Southern Fried Wild Turkey), Honorable Mention
🐇Land Critter Dishes: Phil King (Grandma Lottie’s Smoked Rabbit Baked Beans), 1st; Kody Rhinehart (BBQ Swampy), 2nd; Kody Rhinehart (Sweet Baby Tree Rat), 3rd; and Jerry Malone (Wild Hog Sausage Roll), Honorable Mention
🍲Chili/Stew Dishes: Shannon Mills (Deer Chili), 1st; Samantha Pearson (Mild Deer Chili), 2nd; Zendall Null (Deer Chili Stew), 3rd; and Chad Bragg (Deer Chili), Honorable Mention
🥧Dessert Dishes: Madeline Bronson (Lemon Poppyseed Cake), 1st; Lisa Fiveash (Ellie’s Surprise Oreo Cookies), 2nd; Lisa Fiveash (Mama Francis Pineapple Cake), 3rd; and Becky Jones (Ooey Gooey Cake), Honorable Mention
🐇Most Unique Dish: Phil King (Smoked Rabbit)

🦆Youth Duck Calling Contest Winners
Ages 10 and under: Mason Parvin, 1st; Rowan Merritt, 2nd; and Clayton Mills, 3rd
Ages 11-15: Jacob Brumfield, 1st; Stephanie Louth, 2nd; and William Louth, 3rd

🦃Youth Turkey Calling Contest Winners
10 and under Box Call: Mason Parvin, 1st; Mikey Marlar; 2nd; and Rowan Merritt, 3rd
10 and under State Call: Lukas Hendrix, 1st
10 and under Mouth Call: Housten Spencer, 1st
Ages 11-15 Box Call: Peyton Wilbanks, 1st; Jacob Brumfield, 2nd; and Stephanie Louth, 3rd
Ages 11-15 State Call: Beau Bumpas, 1st; Liam Beene, 2nd; and Brayden Jones, 3rd
Ages 11-15 Mouth Call: Jett Estes, 1st

🎣Casting Challenge Winners
Adults 16 and up: Justin Moss, 44.7 yards, winning Lew’s® BB1 Pro Reel and Custom Lite Rod
All youth winners received a Zebco® Splash Combo.
Youth ages 13-15: Isaac Haynie, 42.5 yards
Youth 12 and under, male: William Louth, 46.6 yards
Youth 12 and under, female: Katy Beene, 26.9 yards

Thank you for all who attended! We hope to see everyone in January 2027 for the next event!

Casting Challenge starting soon! Come sign up starting at 3:30 pm. Challenge begins at 4 pm!

We are excited to have David Fritts host a Casting Challenge 🎣 for youth and adults sponsored by Lew's. This will be an exciting event. Be sure to come early as slots are limited. Registration will begin at 3:30 pm prior to doors opening for the wildlife supper to allow time for the competition!