Welcome to the Juneau District Office of the UAF Cooperative Extension Service!
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.
We have experts in agriculture and horticulture, food security and emergency preparedness, food preservation and safety and more!
Upcoming classes and events
Youth ages 11-18 can come to our fun-filled 7-day residential camp to learn sustainable,
outdoor Alaskan skills as you play, hike, camp, fish, kayak and forage with experienced
camp leaders. Gain a new awareness about conservation issues, resource management
and harvest ethics. Develop your leadership skills and learn to make a difference
in your world! And best of all, have fun with new friendships at 4-H camp!
The camp fee is $350, transportation to and from Juneau is $100 and $150 from Sitka.
Some scholarships available. For more information on camp you can call or email Sarah at 907-523-3280 Ext.1, sarah.lewis@alaska.edu, or to see pictures from previous years,
you can go to»http://bit.ly/AKExperienceCamp.
Registration for camp and travel is available online at http://bit.ly/AKXCamp. You will also need to register your youth in 4-H, enrollment can be completed at
http://bit.ly/4Honline. The $25 fee for 4-H can be paid via credit card at http://bit.ly/4HPayment. Call or email Susie at 907-523-3280 Ext. 0, susie.wilkie@alaska.edu for assistance with enrollment in 4-H.
Pressure Gauge Testing at the Juneau Office
Dial gauges on pressure canners need to be tested for accuracy every year. This free service is offered at the Juneau Extension office. You don't have to bring your whole canner in, but the gauge can still be attached to your lid. Please call ahead to ensure someone is in to test your gauge, 523-3280 or you're welcome to drop it off and pick it up at a later date/time.»
Our Staff and Faculty
Darren Snyder, 4-H/Agriculture and Horticulture Agent, 907-523-3280 x2, darren.snyder@alaska.edu
Sarah Lewis, Home, Health & Family Development Agent, 907-523-3280 x1, sarah.lewis@alaska.edu
Susie Wilkie, Southeast Office Administrator, State 4-H Administrator, 907-523-3280 x0 susie.wilkie@alaska.edu