Leadership Barbour
Leadership Barbour is an ongoing project (16th year) with the goal to train and educate citizens so they can lead Barbour County into the future. Barbour County can only progress as far as its leaders can take it. The Leadership Barbour program resulte …
Old Creek Town Boat Dock Replacement
The dock at Creek Town Park on beautiful Lake Eufaula has been in desperate need of repair. By repairing this boat dock, it will be a much safer and appealing place to launch from as it is a very active park. The boat dock at Old Creek Town Park, donat …
Wiregrass Smile-A-Mile Program
Working in conjunction with the Wiregrass RCD Council and board members, we were able to provide a night at the Peanut Festival for 75 members of the Smile-A-Mile family. In addition, we had 17 children from the Wiregrass join us at camp this summer. …
Water Conservation Programs
In April of 2022, Barbour County 4-H sponsored multiple events for sixth grade students to learn about water, conservation, and wildlife in the Lake Eufaula area. Events included: 4-H Science School Raptor Trek program, featuring two hawks and two owls …
Ballistic Vests for Reserve Deputies
With the help of Wiregrass RC&D, the Barbour County Sheriff’s Department was able to purchase much needed ballistic vests and body cameras for their Reserve Deputies.
Clio Community Walking Trail
With a grant from Wiregrass RC&D, the Clio Community was able to initiate Phase 2 of their walking trail project, which included adding 1,100 feet of paved walkway, five park benches, and seven waste baskets. This project provides a walking trail t …