Extension Educationin Taylor County

Join us every 1st Saturday of the month out at Lake Abilene for a 5-mile hike guided by some of the Big Country Master Naturalist volunteers. The hike will start at 9am and usually finishes around noon. Be sure to bring water and to dress for the ever-changing weather. Dogs are allowed if on a leash. Don't forget to bring your 4-legged family member some water, too!

The Abilene Area Pecan Show will be held on Nov. 29th Pecan nut entries will be accepted starting at Nov. 20.  Forty-two nuts of same variety in a resealable plastic bag, is requirement for entry.  Baking division of show, entries will be accepted Tuesday Nov. 28th 8-5.  Recipe must be included with entry.  An education seminar will be held from 1:30 to 2:30 and all entries awards will be available for pickup 3-5 pm.  Entries not picked up become property of Taylor County Extension Office.

Join us every 1st Saturday of the month out at Lake Abilene for a 5-mile hike guided by some of the Big Country Master Naturalist volunteers. The hike will start at 9am and usually finishes around noon. Be sure to bring water and to dress for the ever-changing weather. Dogs are allowed if on a leash. Don't forget to bring your 4-legged family member some water, too!

Please join us for this month’s Star Party at Abilene State Park. Meet us across from the swimming pool in the open area (soccer field). Please bring red lights if you have them. We ask you dim headlights when entering swimming pool area so people observing the stars don’t lose their night vision. You do not have to have a telescope to enjoy the star party but you are welcome to bring one if you have one. Come join in on the fun! What is a star party?... Read More →