Chambers County

AgriLife Extension Service Office
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PLEASE NOTE: EFFECTIVE MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2025 OUR OFFICE PHONE NUMBER WILL CHANGE TO 409-267-4570.

Established in 1858 by an act of the Texas Legislature, Chambers County was formed from portions of Liberty and Jefferson counties. It was named in honor of Thomas Jefferson Chambers, a local resident and influential political figure. Originally, Wallisville served as the county seat until 1907, when a community petition, sparked by a controversial hog law, led to the relocation of the county seat to Anahuac.

Today, Chambers County is a vibrant mix of agriculture, natural beauty, and rich heritage. The county’s land is primarily used for farming and outdoor recreation, with residents and visitors alike enjoying activities such as hunting, fishing, birding, and wildlife observation. Major agricultural products include rice, soybeans, forage, cattle, and aquaculture.

Signature events like the Texas Rice Festival, Texas Gatorfest, and visits to the Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge draw visitors from across the region, boosting local tourism and contributing to the county’s economic growth.

Chambers County, like many across Texas, is focused on building a strong future by investing in education and workforce development. The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service in Chambers County proudly serves over 53,000 residents with research-based, community-focused educational programs that support family well-being, economic development, and resource stewardship.

In 1999, the Texas Communities Future Forum helped identify the top priorities for Chambers County residents. These include:

  • Economic development through tourism and agricultural diversification

  • Expanded job skills education to increase employment opportunities

  • Responsible natural resource management

  • Parent education to support stronger families

In response, Chambers County AgriLife Extension has developed a variety of impactful programs, including:

  • Agricultural finance seminars and producer meetings

  • Worksite wellness initiatives for county employees

  • Better Living for Texans: Nutrition education for food stamp recipients

  • Natural resource conservation workshops

Through a statewide network of 250 offices and more than 900 dedicated educators, the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service delivers practical, science-based solutions to everyday challenges. Connect with us in Chambers County to explore the full range of educational programs, resources, and activities available in your community.

Resources Available in Chambers County

AgriLife Extension offers key programs across the state that are organized and supported at the county level. Click the links below for more information about local programming or contact your county office.

4-H Food Challenge Interest Form

𝐃𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧?
𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝟒-𝐇 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐲 𝐛𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐟𝐢𝐭!
The 4-H Food Challenge is an exciting contest where teams work together to prepare a nutritious dish using a surprise ingredient. Along the way, members practice cooking skills, nutrition knowledge, food safety, communication, and teamwork, then present their finished dish and explain their decisions to a panel of judges.
If your child is interested in participating on a Chambers County 4-H Food Challenge team this year, we’d love to hear from you!
📋 Please complete our interest form to help us organize teams, coaches, and practice schedules. Completing the form lets us know your child is interested and does not guarantee team placement.
Questions? Contact the Chambers County Extension Office at 409-267-4570.
We can’t wait to kick off another fun Food Challenge season!

4-H Show Animal Projects

Raising a 4-H show animal teaches youth responsibility, dedication, and compassion.  Through daily care, feeding, and training, members learn the value of hard work, goal-setting, and time management.  It also builds confidence, communication skills, and a deep respect for agriculture and animal welfare; lessons that last a lifetime.  There are a team of people more than willing to help you out, both local families and in your county extension office.  In these projects you will learn:

  • Responsibility
  • Proper nutrition
  • Proper care for your animal
  • Decision making

And you can also learn through various other opportunities:

  • Public Speaking
  • Leadership
  • Community Service
  • The beef project teaches the fundamentals of the beef cattle industry in AND out of the show ring. But it is not all work and no play! The memories gained through this project are going to last a lifetime.

    You will explore all areas of the industry such as animal husbandry, livestock selection, health, and care. You can also compete with beef cattle at local, county, state, and national cattle shows.

  • The Texas 4-H goat project is loads of fun and learning – no KIDDING! Get involved with the 4-H goat project to learn all about animal health and nutrition, breeding, selection and marketing. You can participate in market projects, breeding projects and even non-competitive projects. Make it your own! This is a great way to gain valuable experiences while making lifelong friends.

    In the goat project, you will be responsible for purchasing and taking care of your goat. You can choose to specialize your project and knowledge on either meat, hair, or dairy production. When considering a livestock project, there are a few things to keep in mind. This is an incredibly rewarding experience that takes commitment, and in most cases, requires about eight months of time. The best way to learn how to get started is to contact your local county Extension office. They can explain how to participate and point you in the right direction for a goat and the focus you choose – meat, dairy or hair.

  • What is the 4-H poultry project? Chickens, Turkeys, Ducks, and Geese are just a few examples of poultry. This project teaches members production and marketing by managing projects. Project topics include turkeys, egg production, and development from egg to chick. This project is a great way to learn about food sources and animal production, while making new friends!

    You will experience the full process of selecting, feeding, and marketing poultry. You will also learn public speaking, leadership, and community service through caring for poultry.

  • Don’t just count sheep – learn everything about them! Get involved with the 4-H sheep project to learn all about animal health and nutrition, breeding, selection and marketing. You can participate in market projects, breeding projects and even non-competitive projects. Make it your own! This is a great way to gain valuable experiences while making lifelong friends.

    You will experience the full process of selecting, feeding, breeding, and marketing sheep. You will also learn public speaking, leadership, and community service through caring for sheep.

  • The 4-H swine project is one of the largest projects in the state and is a fun way to raise market or breeding animals. You can get involved in competitions and shows. This project is a great way to learn about swine and make friends. You will experience the full process of selecting, feeding, breeding, and promoting swine. You will also learn public speaking, leadership, and community service through various opportunities related to the swine project.

  • Want to do a 4-H animal project but think you don’t have enough space to raise an animal? The rabbit project is a great way to get involved no matter where you live. You’ll learn about the basics of how to care for a rabbit, including proper nutrition, and you can even show your rabbits.

    You will experience the full process of selecting, feeding, breeding, and marketing rabbits. You will also learn public speaking, leadership, and community service through caring for rabbits.

4-H Pecan Sales Flyer

Chambers County 4-H Pecan Sales

CHAMBERS COUNTY 4-H FALL PECAN SALE!

It’s that time of year!

Our annual Chambers County 4-H Pecan Sale is officially underway!
Support our 4-H members by placing your pecan order with any Chambers County 4-H member or by stopping by the Chambers County Extension Office.
*Orders are due Thursday, October 15, 2026!*
Perfect for holiday baking, snacking, gifting, and more!
To order, contact a local 4-H member or call the Extension Office at 409-267-4570
Your support helps our Chambers County 4-H members continue to learn, grow, and succeed!
Thank you for supporting Chambers County 4-H!

Chambers County Walk Across Texas!

🍂👟 CHAMBERS COUNTY FALL WALK ACROSS TEXAS! 👟🍂

It’s that time of year again! We’re excited to kick off the Chambers County Fall Walk Across Texas and help you get moving toward a healthier, more active you! 💪❤️

📅 Program Dates:
October 19 – December 13, 2026

🚶‍♀️ What is Walk Across Texas?

Walk Across Texas! is a FREE 8-week program designed to help Texans establish the habit of regular physical activity. Teams work together to virtually travel 832 miles across Texas by logging their physical activity.

Each adult team can have up to 8 members, making this a fun way to get active with your friends, family, coworkers, or community group!

Whether you’re just getting started or you’re already an experienced athlete, everyone can participate! Walking isn’t the only activity that counts—your favorite physical activities can help you reach your team’s mileage goal, too.

🎉 And we’re adding a little friendly competition!

The Chambers County Family & Community Health Committee will sponsor three plaques for the top three teams with the highest total mileage.

🏆 Top 3 Teams:
🥇 1st Place
🥈 2nd Place
🥉 3rd Place

We’ll also recognize the top three individual participants with the highest mileage with special prizes! 🎁

So grab your walking shoes, gather your team, and get ready to MOVE, MOTIVATE & MAKE IT ACROSS TEXAS! 👟🤠

Let’s make this fall our healthiest one yet! 🍂💪

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/772569863586442

Learn more: https://howdyhealth.tamu.edu/programs/walk-across-texas/

FAQ: https://howdyhealth.org/programs/helpdesk/faqs/wat-faqs

Chambers County