Health & Wellness Resources for Davis County
At USU, we recognize that health matters to everyone. USU Extension in Davis County is committed to connecting our community to evidence-based information that can improve their quality of life.
Wellness Programs In Davis County
Davis Wellness Walks
A FREE community wellness walking series developed to improve participants' physical and mental health by increasing physical activity, creating new connections, and spending time outdoors.
Marathon Kids
A national program with a mission to get all kids moving. From summer camps to virtual programs, kids can run, walk, and play their way toward completing a marathon.
Gather & Grow
Quarterly workshops designed to help participants pause, reflect, and grow—together. Each workshop will feature a guest speaker, an experiential component or craft, and a welcoming and safe space to connect with others.
Health & Wellness Workshops
USU Extension Health & Wellness faculty can provide wellness workshops on various topics for organizations, community clubs, and partners within Davis County. Topics include, but are not limited to: food preservation, basic nutrition, mindfulness, suicide prevention, healthy habits, and stress management.
To arrange a wellness presentation, contact one of our Health & Wellness faculty.
Professional Practice Extension Associate Professor | Health and Wellness
Office Location: Davis County
Phone: 435-919-1334
Email: emma.parkhurst@usu.edu
Professional Practice Extension Assistant Professor | Health & Wellness
Office Location: Davis and Weber Counties
Phone: 435-919-1324
Email: sadie.wilde@usu.edu
Food Safety & Preservation Resources
Pressure Gauge Testing
Davis County Extension offers pressure gauge testing for your canner. Call (435) 919-1321 to schedule an appointment. The cost is $2 per lid.
Food Safety & Storage Questions
Davis County Extension answers community questions about food safety, storage, and preservation. Call 435-919-1321 or email tessa.henri@usu.edu
Research-based Food Safety Resources
National Center for Home Food Preservation
Ball® Recipes
USDA Guide to Home Canning
USU Extension Preserve the Harvest
Food Preservation Class Interest List
Food Storage Guide
Local Canning Supplies
Keep Food Safe
Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program
The (EFNEP) program offers free classes to individuals with limited resources, empowering them to develop healthier eating habits and adopt nutritious diets.
Visit EFNEP
Other Wellness Resources
Explore other community resources designed to support the physical, emotional, intellectual, social, spiritual, financial, environmental, and occupational health of our community.
USU Extension Health & Wellness
Davis Links
Midlife Health & Menopause
Create Better Health Nutrition Hub