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Extension Service provides information and expertise across communities to inspire youth and adults to be lifelong learners, encourage a culture of healthy people and environments.

We collaborate with community partners & agencies to address real-world problems in Washington County. See how.

We offer education and programs in the following areas:

Please note: Master Gardeners can be reached via the remote helpline at www.metromastergardeners.org and they're gradually returning to the office to provide in-person assistance. Call ahead to verify they're in (2 - 4 p.m., when they're in.)

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

We are closed for lunch from 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. except by appt.

Hours of operation

Mon - Fri: 8:00 am-12:00 pm, 1:00 pm-4:00 pm

Contact us

Office: 503-821-1150
Office fax
503-648-9931

Address
Washington County

1815 NW 169th Place
Suite 1000
Beaverton, OR 97006
United States

A DROP BOX is located by our front door for after hours deliveries.
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Upcoming events

Sep 17

Cooking up the Harvest: Tlayuda de calabacita / Late summer squash tlayuda

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm PDT Online
Sep 21

Introduction to Nature Journaling

10:00 am - 12:00 pm Beaverton, OR
Sep 28

Putting the Garden to Bed * *

9:00 am - 11:00 am Portland, OR
Oct 12

Fall into gardening

9:00 am - 12:00 pm Milwaukie, OR

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What we do

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

Family and Community Health

Our Family and Community Health team partners in communities to promote healthy nutrition, food safety and security, physical activity, behavioral health and well-being, emergency preparedness, community resilience, and more.

Washington 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.

Washington County

Activities for Youth

4-H members explore a world of amazing experiences and opportunities. The possibilities for positive development and learning are endless. Multnomah and Washington County 4-H faculty and staff are committed to working with our ...

Washington County

Home Garden and Landscape

We provide research-based information for backyard gardeners and green industry professionals, including regional specific information.

Washington County

Watersheds and Aquatic Health

Oregon Sea Grant is part of a national network that supports research and education programs that contribute to the wise use of coastal resources. Extension Sea Grant brings university expertise to bear on real-world issues faced by Oregon residents, businesses, and communities.

Washington County

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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Learn more about what we do

We're here for you Washington county!

Investing in a vibrant Washington County

We are strengthening our diverse community through trusted relationships, building a community of health, developing youth skills, sustaining natural resources, enhancing farm practices, and creating practical solutions for a thriving community.

  • $1 investment in OSU Extension by Washington County generates $4 through other funding sources
  • $440,000 is the values of our volunteer’s hours
  • 17,000+ volunteer hours increase OSU Extension program impact and develop community resilience
  • 17+ OSU faculty support work with youth, seniors, schools, gardeners, farmers, boaters, woodland owners, agencies and more
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News and impact

OSU Extension research using drones takes flight to detect vole activity

Christy Tanner, an assistant professor of practice based in the Willamette Valley, uses the drone and its two cameras to measure the damage voles are doing to the grass seed crop.

Francesca Lear | Sep 5, 2024 | News story

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

Engineering students help Extension faculty improve cover crop technology

Four OSU engineering students teamed up with Nick Andrews, the Oregon State Extension organic vegetable specialist, to design and build more a effective interseeding tractor.

Henry Carnell | Aug 20, 2024 | News story

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