UNIVERSITY OF WYOMING EXTENSION

WYOMING SOLUTIONS TO PRACTICAL PROBLEMS

The University of Wyoming Extension serves Wyoming communities by helping residents apply university research and resources to practical problems. Since 1914, UW Extension has provided educational programs and tools to the state’s 23 counties and the Wind River Indian Reservation. From 4-H programming and pesticide safety education to food preservation and nutrition courses, Extension upholds the university’s land-grant mission by offering learning opportunities for people of all ages. UW Extension staff help Wyoming residents boost agricultural production, care for lawns and gardens, cultivate future leaders, support individual and community well-being, and develop thriving businesses.

UWE PROGRAMS

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PROGRAMS

4-H YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

Wyoming 4-H provides opportunities for youth to build lifelong leadership skills with the support of caring mentors. Participants learn by doing with the support of dedicated volunteers.

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Ag & natural resource (ANR) programs cover a range of topics from water management to financial tools for farmers and ranchers. ANR carries on the tradition of Extension support for the ag industry from small acreages and specialty crops to large production ranches.

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The Cent$ible Nutrition Program (CNP) is Wyoming's SNAP-Ed and EFNEP initiative. CNP offers cooking and nutrition classes for low income families, helping to build healthier individuals, families and communities.

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Extension offers a range of resources to help you navigate saving money, investing for the future, estate planning and effectively building credit.

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Extension is committed to equipping the next generation of leaders with the skills needed to confidently and effectively have a positive impact in their community. Board training provides value for newly elected local officials and non-profit community boards.

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Extension offers a range of information and programs around nutrition and food safety. You’ll find recipes, tips for high-altitude baking, how to eat healthy on a budget—and so much more!

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If you're looking to start a small business or diversify your ag operation, Extension can help. We have a range of resources to support all aspects of business development for both youth and adults.

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The Extension tourism program collaborates closely with the WORTH Initiative to provide on the ground support for the Wyoming tourism industry. We take great pride in Wyoming, and truly enjoy showing off all this great state has to offer.

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Gardening and growing food in Wyoming is not always easy, but having the extension resources and support system makes a world of difference. Learn to grow your own fruits and vegetables, discover which plant varieties do well in Wyoming, and find a community of support along the way.
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The pesticide safety education program provides resources and training for both private and commercial applicators. We offer a variety of Continuing Education Courses (CECs) that support training for new or recertifying applicators.

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The Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program focuses on long-term solutions that can be applied to urban, institutional, agricultural, and natural areas. IPM through UW teaches about using sustainable practices and conserving beneficial insects to naturally reduce pest populations.

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4-H YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

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ABOUT EXTENSION

Extension has served the communities of Wyoming since 1914. Learn more about Extension, our organization, and our leadership.

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PUBLICATIONS

Extension produces research based publications about a range of applied subjects. Welcome to our library.

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IMPACTS

Learn more about the impacts we have across Wyoming. Our educators work every day to meet Wyoming challenges with Wyoming solutions.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

If you're interested in helping individuals solve problems and building thriving communities across Wyoming, we'd love to have you join our team.

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ASK AN EXPERT

For a convenient way to connect with our Extension Experts without visiting an office, try ask an expert.

 

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EXTENSION VIDEOS

Extension has an extensive video library covering topics across all our program areas. Breakout the popcorn and snacks.

LATEST NEWS

UW Ag News is the official news site for University of Wyoming Extension and the College of Agriculture, Life Sciences and Natural Resources. It features stories on research, Extension programs, events, and impacts serving communities across Wyoming.

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Online course Catalogue

Extension offers a range of online courses that are available whenever you are. Extension knowledge right at your fingertips. If you're a first time user to Extension courses, be sure to create an account.

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EXTENSION BY THE NUMBERS

 

4811
Programs Taught
117361
Youth & Adult Direct Contacts
11457
Instructional Hours
1211
4-H Volunteers
~130788
4-H Volunteer Hours
11
4-H Volunteers with 50+ Years of Service
1319
Master Gardener Volunteers
5567
Master Gardener Volunteer Hours
71
Full Time Position Equivalents From Volunteer Contributions