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The Wasco County Extension Service is your link to Oregon State University.

We provide life long learning opportunities in the areas of youth development, home gardening, family & community health, natural resources, sweet cherries and dryland crops. Our county agents are Oregon State University faculty members who extend the University to Wasco County residents through meetings, workshops, 4-H Youth Programs, short courses, tours, newsletters and one-on-one consultations.

We also keep the University informed about research and informational needs of the community. County faculty bring the University to you.

Announcements

Wildfire resources for agriculture and livestock producers

OSU Extension is coordinating with local response efforts to help farmers, ranchers and communities deal with the consequences of the wildfires currently affecting Oregon. Our role includes sharing information and resources, supporting ... Read more...

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Visitor information

Hours of operation

Mon - Thu: 7:30 am-4:00 pm

Contact us

Office: 541-296-5494
Office fax
541-298-3574

Address
Wasco County

400 E Scenic Dr
Columbia Gorge Community College Building 2
The Dalles, OR 97058
United States

Suite 2.278
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Upcoming events

We’re active across the state delivering our workshops to you. See events that may interest you.

What we do

Discover ways to learn and get involved. Here are some highlights of our activities and specialties.

Youth Activities

4-H empowers young people with hands-on learning experiences to help them grow and thrive. By creating a safe and welcoming environment, young people develop the skills needed to make a positive impact on the world around them.

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Sweet Cherry Production

If you live in The Dalles, OR, life isn’t just a bowl of cherries. It’s more like a cherry avalanche. The agricultural powerhouse located in the Columbia Gorge area is known for its delicious, sweet cherries and its rich history of domestic and international cherry production.

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Wasco County Master Gardeners

We provide research-based and regional-specific information for backyard gardeners, insect enthusiasts and plant lovers of all types.

Wasco County

Open Campus

Open Campus provides local access to education through community-based partnerships and unique programming, meeting needs of the Oregon communities we serve.

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Crops

Information for our local farmers

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Forestry and Natural Resources

Our agents and specialists share knowledge about the latest techniques in natural resource management through educational programs and materials. We work with forest owners, foresters and other natural resource managers, educators ...

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News and impact

OSU Extension Fire Program fosters place-based partnerships

Regional fire specialists provide wildland fire outreach, education and engagement.

Emily Jane Davis | Aug 2024 | Impact story

Black in the Gorge, launched by OSU Open Campus, provides a space for community

Ann Harris launched Black in the Gorge, a community group open to all designed to build connections and community for Black and Black bi/multi-racial people in the Gorge region.

Henry Carnell | Aug 7, 2024 | News story

Extension helps land nearly $6 million for wildfire resilience in Wasco County

A substantial component of the grant funding will create and fund a full-time, countywide wildfire coordinator position with Wasco County.

Henry Carnell | Jul 2, 2024 | News story

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