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For over 100 years, OSU Extension, in cooperation with partners across Oregon and the U.S. has fulfilled its mission to deliver research-based, hands-on education throughout Oregon communities, and is still strong today.

Our Extension educators are providing new ways to support the health and education of children and adults throughout Oregon. We are teachers. We are researchers. We are neighbors. We are here for you.

Extension programs for youth

  • 4-H Youth Development: 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.
  • Open Campus: OSU Open Campus, a community-based education partnership convened by Oregon State University, provides local access to learning in order to address the unique educational needs of Oregon’s communities. Through a statewide network of...
  • Outdoor School: This is an exciting time for Oregon and for Oregon’s 5th and 6th grade students as OSU Extension works in collaboration with schools, partners, and communities to support and grow the statewide Outdoor School program, building on a legacy that began in 1966.
  • KidSpirit: KidSpirit provides young people with intentional, high quality, equitable learning experiences that promote positive interactions. Activities include sports, arts, science, gymnastics, cooking and many other activities offered each summer or throughout the year.

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OSU hosts national conference focused on innovative projects for youths in agriculture

The conference brought together six land grant universities, including OSU, to highlight initiatives funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture National Institute for Food Agriculture.

Anaïs Alexander, Francesca Rossi | Apr 15, 2024 | News story

What are these fossils I found in my backyard?

Q: I was digging a trench in my garden for a French drain when I came across a rather large collection of fossilized shells. Any idea about their species, approximate age and whether they are native to my area of Troutdale?...

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Growing School Gardens Summit Part 1

Join Rick "on assignment" as he travels to the Growing School Gardens Summit, in San Diego California. Rick interviews a dozen people with amazing stories. This is part one of a four-part series.

Michelle Markesteyn, PhD, MSEL, Rick Sherman | Apr 2024 | Podcast episode Peer reviewed (Gray level)

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Try these activities at home!

Families can play BEPA 2.0 activities at home with either the English and Spanish instructions to increase their daily physical activity.

Try out:

  • Food group ball pass
  • Bean bag balance
  • Breakfast song
  • Bucket ball
  • Muscle tag
  • And more!
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What are these fossils I found in my backyard?

Q: I was digging a trench in my garden for a French drain when I came across a rather large collection of fossilized shells. Any idea about their species, approximate age and whether they are native to my area of Troutdale?...

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