Southeast Alaska is defined by the waters, islands, resources and people of the Inside Passage. Fjords, waterfalls, lakes, mountains, and glaciers shape landscapes that are rich with fish, minerals, forests, scenic beauty, and wildlife. For thousands of years, adventurous, capable people have made a successful living in this bountiful region, but there are always unique challenges requiring creative solutions.

To help people meet challenges and create lasting solutions, the Juneau staff and agents offer programs throughout Southeast Alaska. We are constantly working to “take the University to the people” and engage with the people of Southeast to identify and meet the needs of our many and diverse communities.

Save April 24-26, 2015 for the Cooperative Extension's April Fowls & Foods Weekend! We will offer food related classes and workshops as well as classes on raising chickens and other fowl, composting, and of course the Tour de Coop! Earlier in the week (date TBA) we'll hold the 2nd annual Extension Shindig to get the party started! This year the Shindig will be a food related movie and gathering at the Goldtown Nickelodeon. Save the date and watch this spot for more info and registration!

Sarah teaches this hands-on, 6-class course twice a year as part of the Juneau School District's Community Schools program. It is taught in a Family and Consumer Science teaching kitchen at a local middle or high school. Each class is between 3 and 5 hours long and students take many jars of preserved foods to enjoy at home. The class is limited to 12 students so everyone gets lots of kitchen time. The next course is available for registration now! Go to the Community Schools website for their information and registration schedules.

Outside of Juneau: This course can be modified to fill a weekend in any community in Southeast. Call Sarah at 907-523-3280 x1 if you'd like to bring her to town!

Extension is excited to announce our newest publication, An Alaska Herb Garden. A must-have for herb enthusiasts, this 74-page guide has sections on cultivating, harvesting, storing and using herbs as well as color photographs to help with identification. A useful recipe index helps you find different types of recipes or recipes that feature a specific herb. Pick up this $15 publication at our Juneau District Office, or at any of our district offices or by calling 877-520-5211.