Welcome to Utah State University cooperative Extension in Juab County. Extension is a cooperative program between Juab County, Utah State University and the United States Department of Agriculture and is the link between Utah State University and the citizens of Juab County.
Our focus is to provide unbiased research-based educational programs that will enhance the quality of life for the citizens of the county. This local web site will focus on programs, services and publications available at the Juab County Extension Office.
Upcoming 4-H Events
Food Fun and Fitness Recharge Day Camp: February 13, 2010. 9:00-3:30 pm Juab County Cultural Hall
Recharge is a program designed to help youth (8-18) learn about and practice good nutrition and physical activity habits through fun, team-based strategies. The Juab 4-H TRY Team (Teens Reaching Youth) will be the instructors.
Robotics Club: March 6, 2010. 9:00 - 3:30 pm Juab County Cultural Hall
Learn how to build and program robots using Lego Mindstorm kits. Participants learn how to build robots and attachments using simple step-by-step instructions, and then create a computer program that will instruct their robot to complete assigned challenges. This is a great camp and lots of fun with snacks and lunch included. Cost is $8.00 for new members and $6 for current 4-H members. Please register ahead of time.
Teen Retreat: March 12 - 13th, 2010. Sevier Couinty Fairgrounds
“Walk on the Green Carpet"! Join us for a spectacular time as we learn about ourselves through the eyes of movies. There will be lots of opportunities to meet new people and make friends from ten other counties. There will be a dance, themed workshops and good food. Bring a friend and don’t miss your chance for A Walk On the Green Carpet! For teens 8th - 12th grade, held on March 12th & 13th at Sevier County Fairgrounds. Cost is $35 for registration plus lodging. Registration due to the Extension Office by Tuesday, February 16th. Retreat Flyer Retreat Registration
Upcoming Financial Events
Stretch Your Dollar Coupon and Rebate Class: January 27, 2010. 7 pm. Juab County Center Cultural Hall
Learn the benefits, pitfalls and “how to’s” of successfully saving through the use of coupons and rebates The tightening economy has consumers looking for alternate ways to extend their grocery budget. Coupon clipping has become a time honored ritual that saves Americans nearly $3 billion annually. Presenter is Joanne Roueche, USU Extension Agent, Davis County.
Free Tax Preparation: Various Dates. USU Extension office.
Keep your money—you’ve earned it! VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assitance) provides FREE tax preparation services for low-to-moderate-income individuals.
To schedule your tax appointment for February 1, March 1, or April 5, 4:30—7 pm, dial 2-1-1- (just like 9-1-1). Call 623-3450 to make appointments on February 8, 10, 17, and 24, 1-7 pm. Appointments are 30 minutes. When coming to the appointment, please make other arrangements for your children.
Juab County Saves Kickoff: During February visit the Extension office, become a ‘Utah Saver’ (set a financial goal to reduce debt or increase savings) and receive 1 movie ticket to ‘Salt Creek Cinemas’, a concessions discount coupon, and a nifty budget envelope. Current Utah Savers can also receive a movie ticket, concessions coupon, and a budget envelope by submitting progress report of 2009 financial goals and plan for 2010. Download your ‘Saves Report Card’ form. Quantities are limited.
Upcoming Marriage/Relationship Events
Governor Herbert's Marriage Week Declaration
Marriage/Relationship Education: Starting in Feburary, visit the Juab County Extension office and receive marriage and relationship strengthening education materials to work through. Select and commit to participate in an appropriate relationship strengthening activity. Participants (16 and over) will receive a cash award or gas card (courtesy of the Utah Marriage Initiative Grant). Quanitites are limited.
Healthy Dating and Relationship Contest at Juab High School through February. Student Body Officers will provide ‘Dating and Relationship’ education with supplemental curriculum to student body each day, via ‘Tip of the Day’ and other activities. Students may submit a card with a short description of a related ‘positive behavior’ they demonstrate during the contest. SBOs will select from cards submitted, 4 or 5 individuals each week and award each winner a cash award or gas card (courtesy of the Utah Marriage Initiative Grant) and two movie tickets (courtesy of the Utah Saves Grant and Salt Creek Cinemas).
Upcoming Nutrition Classes
Shapely Rolls and Grains: February 16, 2010. 7:00 pm. Juab County Center Cultural Hall
Learn to make half your grains whole grain and some fun ways to shape rolls. Recipes, tips and tasting table. Instructor: Laurie Bates, Food $ense Nutrition Education Assistant.
Electric Skillet Magic: March 16, 2010. 7:00 pm. Extension Office kitchen
Discover new ways to use your Electric Skillet everyday with tips, recipes and a tasting table. Instructor: Laurie Bates, Food $ense Nutrition Education Assistant.
Upcoming Home Classes
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Box Meals: February 18, 2010. 6:30 pm. Juab County Center Cultural Hall
A little advance preparation will pay big rewards when your hectic schedule limits your meal preparation time. With a box meal handy you can still serve your family a healthy, balanced meal in a short time.
Glass Pan Etching: February 18, 6:30-8:00 pm, Juab County Center Cultural Hall
Personalize your baking dishes (new or used) with your name or other identification so you will not lose them again. $2/pan, (must pre-register at 623-3450 and pay fee by February 16).
Upcoming Garden Classes
Growing Herbs for Home Use: March 10, 2010. 7:00 pm, USU Extension Office
Learn the basics of growing herbs and how to use them. Instructors: Adrian Hinton, USU Extension Area Horticulturist and Utah County Master Gardeners
Home Garden Drip Irrigation: March 11, 2010. 7:00 pm. USU Extension Office
Learn about a practical and user friendly drip irrigation system designed by Juab County gardeners. Instructor: Jeff Banks, USU Extension Agent, Juab County
Rose Care Management: March 18, 2010. 5:00 pm. Memorial Rose Garden, 95 North 100 East, Nephi. Learn how to prune, train and manage roses. Please bring a pruner, gloves and wear a long sleeved shirt. Instructors: Adrian Hinton, USU Extension Area Horticulturist and Utah County Master Gardeners.
Growing Vegetables the Easy Way: March 18, 2010. 7:00 pm. USU Extension office
Learn the importance of growing gardens during these challenging times. The class will cover ground preparation, seed selection, irrigation, fertilizing, pest control and harvesting. Instructor: Jeff Banks, USU Agriculture/Horticulture Agent.