University of Nevada, Reno Extension

06/12/2026

We're proud to be a sponsor of the official state fair! Our 4-H State Expo is a part of the event, and you can also shop our College's fresh organic produce, local meat and fine wool apparel there as well.

06/12/2026

Today, on National Higher Education Day, we celebrate the power of higher education. From students achieving their dreams to research advancing innovation, higher education transforms lives and strengthens our region. Learn more about our University at unr.edu!

06/12/2026

University of Nevada, Reno is training Nevada firefighting workforce and educating communities on what they can do to help to reduce wildfire threat

06/12/2026

University of Nevada, Reno Extension’s Living With Fire collaborates U.S. Bureau of Land Management and other agencies to train nextgen firefighters.

06/12/2026

This Pride Month, we celebrate LGBTQIA2S+ individuals at the University of Nevada, Reno and in our community. Pride is a celebration, and a time to honor the history of those who have advocated for equality, while continuing to build a campus where everyone feels seen, supported and valued.

06/12/2026

Today we take time to recognize Memorial Day in remembrance of those who have given their lives while serving in the United States Armed Forces. We will forever remember and honor their sacrifice.

05/28/2026

Radon is a colorless, odorless radioactive gas that can build up in any home. You can’t see it or smell it — but exposure can cause lung cancer, and research links radon to childhood leukemia and even stroke.
The only way to know your home’s radon level is to test.
✔️ Testing is FREE
✔️ Testing is EASY
✔️ Testing protects your family

Find out where to get a test kit at: bit.ly/48f25ia

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05/27/2026

05/26/2026

Take a look at this stunning drone view of the our University of Nevada, Reno Fallon Experiment Station, where our Extension team is planting h**p and sorghum directly into winter cover crops.

This research is part of a long-term effort to explore the viability of a sustainable industrial h**p industry in Nevada. By integrating these crops into cover-cropped fields, we’re gathering data on soil health, water use, crop performance, and overall production potential in Nevada’s unique climate.

From the ground to the sky, every angle shows the promise of innovation, stewardship, and the future of Nevada agriculture. 🌾

Learn more about our Agricultural Risk Management Education Programs!
https://extension.unr.edu/risk-management/default.aspx

05/19/2026

Seniors spend more time at home — is your indoor air safe?

Radon is a colorless, odorless gas that can become trapped inside houses. Even short-term exposure can contribute to major health problems, including increased risks for lung cancer and stroke.

The only way to know your radon level is to test.

Stop by your nearest UNR Extension office to check out a free radon monitor.

👉 Take action today and help protect yourself or a loved one.

(Note: Nevada is not listed among the states that require or recommend school radon testing, according to a recent overview of school testing laws.)

Visit us at extension.unr.edu/radon/mitigation.aspx

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01/06/2026

Cattlemen's Update is coming to Ely!

Ely & Surrounding Area Ranchers and Producers, are you prepared for what 2026 has in store for the range? From the looming threat of the New World screwworm to the hard math of heifer retention, the stakes for Nevada livestock have never been higher.

Join us Wednesday, January 14 at the Bristlecone Convention Center to hear from keynote speaker Tipton Hudson and other expert speakers on the issues shaping Nevada livestock operations. Learn why “place-based intelligence” still beats AI when it comes to managing our land and grazing for long-term success.

Don't miss the pre-conference sessions starting at 3:30 p.m.: • Room A: Fire Liaison Program – Protecting your operation from wildfire. • Room B: Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA) Certification – Essential training for the next generation.

The main update starts at 5:30 p.m. with dinner provided. Come get the research-based insights you need to make the right calls for your herd this year.

Register at the door!
150 W 6th St, Ely, NV 89301

12/14/2025

Have ideas for how we can better serve our community? We want to hear them!

Take our quick Community Needs Assessment survey and help shape future Extension programs.

Link: https://unr.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5vi6ISlqQAOnaei

We thank you for your feedback!

If you are from one of the below counties, you will be eligible to win a $50 gift card:
-Carson City
-Churchill
-Elko
-Eureka
-Humboldt
-Lander
-Lyon
-Mineral
-Pershing
-Storey
-Washoe
-White Pine

11/25/2025

White Pine County residents — we want your feedback! 🗣️

Help the University of Nevada, Reno Extension better serve your community by sharing your input in our White Pine County Needs Assessment survey. Your responses will help shape future programs and services — and you’ll have a chance to win a $50 gift card! 🎁

🗓 Survey closes: January 31, 2026

💻 Take the survey here:
https://unr.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5vi6ISlqQAOnaei

Questions?

📧 Jessica Hendrickson: [email protected] | 📞 (775) 293-6599

📍 950 Campton St., Ely, NV 89301

07/07/2025

Please join the 4-H team with this week's summer wellness challenge.

>>> Team Activity with Friends

06/25/2025

Join us for a Livestock Skillathon Clinic

Registration Due by July 1st

Please click the link to register: https://forms.office.com/r/9GE2nQ1555

06/24/2025

Please join the 4-H team with this week's summer wellness challenge.

>>> Go for a Swim

06/09/2025

It's time to kick off the 4-H Summer Wellness Challenge! This week's challenge is to try a new healthy recipe 🍽️🍲. Whether you are a youth member, staff member, friend, or family, we invite you to participate. Please share pictures, videos, or stories of you completing each challenge with your county 4-H representative.

White Pine County: [email protected]

We challenge you to whip up a delicious healthy meal and send us a picture of your creation!

The individuals who show the most participation will receive a 4-H summer essentials bag. We look forward to seeing everyone's summer wellness adventures.

06/02/2025

Please join the 4-H team this summer with a wellness challenge. Every two weeks, we will introduce a new challenge to integrate into your schedule for the purpose of promoting healthy choices and statewide togetherness. Whether you are a youth member, staff member, friend, or family, we invite you to participate.

Please share pictures, videos, or stories of you completing each challenge with your county 4-H representative.

📸👉🏻 [email protected] 👈🏻📸

Summer Wellness Challenge Schedule

June 8-14: Try a new healthy recipe
June 22-28: Go for a swim
July 6-12: Do a team activity with friends
July 20-26: Complete a stress reducing activity
August 3-9: Enjoy a fresh watermelon snack
August 17-23: Go to sleep 1 hour early

☀️ The individuals who show the most participation will receive a summer essentials basket. We look forward to seeing everyone's summer wellness adventures.

12/23/2024

The University of Nevada Extension’s Herds and Harvest Program is offering a certification program for agriculture starting in January.

08/28/2024

06/05/2024

Calling Ely area alumni! Are you interested in representing the Wolf Pack in the 2024 Independence Day Parade?!💙🐺

We’ll send you a Silver & Blue Kit providing flags and spirit poms to decorate your car in addition to Nevada swag as a thank you prior to the event so you’ll have everything you need! 🚘 🏴

🎆White Pine County Independence Day Parade
🐺Thurs., July 4 | 11am
🎆Email [email protected] if interested

The first six months of the University’s yearlong celebration leading up to the Sesquicentennial have been filled with many exciting activities and more to come leading up to our 150th Birthday on October 12, 2024. You can take part in this historic celebration without even being on campus! GO PACK! 💙🐺🎂🎁🎉