La Paz County/Colorado River Indian Tribes Extension

06/08/2026

The New World Screw Worm is a serious livestock pest that has affected the livestock industry in the past. It was effectively eradicated from the US a few decades ago. It remained in some parts of south America and has been observed to move northwards a year or two ago. Its presence in the US has been confirmed a few days ago in Texas and in New Mexico. Additional information is available at this link: https://www.aphis.usda.gov/news/agency-announcements/usda-confirms-two-additional-cases-new-world-screwworm-united-states

Today the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) confirmed additional cases of New World Screwworm in Texas and a case in Lea County, New Mexico. This brings the total confirmed cases to four in Texas and one in New Mexico. Press release: https://www.aphis.usda.gov/news/agency-announcements/usda-confirms-first-case-new-world-screwworm-dog-lea-county-new-mexico

Join the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, along with NC State Extension and NC Cattlemen's Association for virtual town hall style meeting on New World Screwworm and the recent confirmed cases in Texas.

THIS TUESDAY
June 9, 2026
3:00 PM EST

Topics covered include:
• Update on the Texas detections of New World Screwworm
• Efforts to stop progression of this pest
• What to watch for and how to recognize New World Screwworm
• What to do if you suspect New World Screwworm

You can join the webinar using this link ZOOM LINK or by clicking the button below. There is no need to RSVP.

Zoom link: https://ncsu.zoom.us/j/95528037125?pwd=nwfCfb4yvQ5azBnMQ4pDrqOb7FCPjy.1&jst=2

05/29/2026

Please join us for a FREE Class on Gourd
making.

Native Males Only Ages 12 and up.

Limited 12 Slots available

Please contact Jarrett Moore for information regarding registration. 928-575-7042

05/04/2026

Update on the Med Instead of Meds workshop. This workshop has been moved to the 20th of May. This will run for six weeks and end on June 24th. There are still time and seats available for this workshop. Please follow this link to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/med-instead-of-meds-mediterranean-lifestyle-tickets-1987331295402?aff=oddtdtcreator or call Maria at 928-580-9205 for more information.

05/04/2026

Summer's here! Let's talk about how to help our gardens survive the heat. Everyone is invited to our Parker Garden Day this Saturday at 9 AM at the Parker Community Garden located at the Methodist Church grounds at 1300 S Ocotillo Ave.

04/16/2026

To all who are interested in healthy eating, Med instead of Meds is a workshop series on Exploring the Mediterranean way of eating and food preparation. This will be held at the Parker Public Library every Wednesday, starting May 6 to June 10, from 11 AM - 1 PM. This is free of charge and open to everyone interested. We will need you to pre-register to help us estimate the materials needed for the class. To register, please click on this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/med-instead-of-meds-mediterranean-lifestyle-tickets-1987331295402?aff=oddtdtcreator ,
Thank you.

03/13/2026

The students at LePera Elementary School have begun harvesting their garden. This came after a $25,000 grant from the Indigenous Resilience Center at the University of Arizona allowed them to

03/07/2026

🌱 We need a little help growing something beautiful.

A community garden isn’t just about vegetables.

It’s about kids learning where food comes from.
Neighbors meeting each other.
Fresh food being shared.
And creating a space that belongs to everyone.

Right now we’re looking for local businesses, families, and community members to sponsor a garden bed and help keep The Parker Community Garden alive and thriving. 🌻

Water is life. Our community garden has been living on borrowed water to survive and we need your help to keep our water needs met and our garden beds thriving.

Each sponsored bed will include a small sign recognizing the sponsor, so every time something grows, people will see the community members who helped make it happen.

If you love seeing good things happen in our town, this is a simple way to be part of it.

👉 Take a look at the flyer for details.
👉 Tag a local business or friend who might want to sponsor a bed.
👉 Or message us if you’d like to help.

A garden starts with just a few seeds…
but with a community behind it, it can grow into something really special. 🌿

02/10/2026

Share Your Arizona 4-H Experience & Help Shape the Program!

Arizona 4-H is asking alumni to complete a brief, confidential survey to evaluate the long-term impacts of the program on your lives!
• Participation will help us understand the impact and experiences of alumni in Arizona 4-H!
• Help 4-H enhance their programming for current participants!
• Utilize results to sustain funding for current & future 4-H participants!

To participate, follow this link: https://bit.ly/AZ4Halumni

Thank you for taking the time to support Arizona 4-H!

02/10/2026

Imagine a vibrant community where everyone has the power to thrive, fueled by fresh food and meaningful connections! 🌱 Our Parker Community Garden, a testament to the La Paz Master Gardeners' dedication, shines as a beacon of possibility. Join the movement to cultivate a brighter tomorrow, one seed at a time! 💚 Stay tuned to our page for updates on our events and workshops. Our monthly meetups are a chance to learn, grow, and make a difference together. Mark your calendars for our next Parker Garden Day on Saturday, March 21st @ 9AM | 1300 S Ocotillo Avenue. Together, let's bring the love of growing fresh, local food to our community - one garden at a time! 🌈

01/26/2026

Thank you to all who attended our Garden Day last January 17th. We appreciate your presence and help at the community garden. We will invite you again, and those who are interested to learn more about gardening, as we prepare to transition to our spring garden. We will meet again on February 7th, at the Parker Community Garden at 10 AM. This workshop is free for everyone. Come and bring a friend. See attached flyer for more info.