Snohomish County WSU Extension

06/16/2026

Be the One: Community QPR Su***de Prevention Training

Join WSU CARES at Willis Tucker Park for Be the One — a free community su***de prevention training event!

When: Monday, June 29th from 3:00–5:00 PM.

Where: Willis Tucker Snohomish County Parks & Recreation
6075 Puget Park Drive
Snohomish, Washington 98296

RSVP: https://extension.wsu.edu/snohomish/2026/06/12/be-the-one-community-qpr-su***de-prevention-training/

Questions? Please contact:
[email protected]
Ph. (425) 521-0357

Whether you're an adult community member or a teen (13+) ready to make a difference, there's a place for you here. This event is free to all. RSVP at: https://extension.wsu.edu/snohomish/2026/06/12/be-the-one-community-qpr-su***de-prevention-training/

Please see the following workshop options by population:

Adult Track: Adult Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR). 3:00pm - 5:00pm.

QPR is a brief, evidence-based su***de prevention gatekeeper training that teaches community members to recognize the warning signs of a su***de crisis and connect someone to help. In a study of over 10,000 trained gatekeepers, more than 1 in 5 identified someone at risk within a year of training, and over 92% made a successful referral to care. Attending this free training means you'll leave knowing how to spot warning signs, start a compassionate conversation, and take action that could save a life. Snacks provided.

Youth Track: Question, Persuade, Refer Teen (QPR Teen). 3:00pm - 5:00pm.

QPR Teen brings the same evidence-based training to youth ages 13–19, building the skills and confidence to support peers who may be struggling. Teens who complete the training join a growing community of young people who know how to be the one who shows up when it matters most. Snacks provided.

Youth - Optional Sharing Session: 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Are you a teen who wants your voice heard in your community? Do you want to showcase the work you're doing to spread a health and wellness message? QPR Teen participants are invited to stay for this informal planning session to discuss organizing a countywide teen health and wellness advocacy event. Open to all QPR Teen attendees — no separate registration required.

05/04/2026

Join us for a beginner-friendly workshop focused on planting a summer vegetable garden. Participants will learn how to plant and care for their growing garden. Easy, practical planting ideas will be shared, such as how to use repurposed containers or planter boxes for all types of spaces. Vegetable starters will be available to virtual participants who indicate interest in their registration.
This workshop will be led by an instructor from the Washington State University Snohomish County Extension Agriculture Program. It is free, and open to anyone in the community. Not able to attend? Register anyway, and we will send you the recording. To sign-up, use the link below, visit stillyvalleyhealth.org, or call 360-386-9918.
Date: Thursday, June 4th, 2026
Time: 11:00 am - 12:30 pm PST
Host: Stilly Valley Health Connections
Location: Online via Zoom
REGISTRATION: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1988209218293

Join us for a beginner-friendly workshop focused on planting a summer vegetable garden. Participants will learn how to plant and care for their growing garden. Easy, practical planting ideas will be shared, such as how to use repurposed containers or planter boxes for all types of spaces. Vegetable starters will be available to virtual participants who indicate interest in their registration.

This workshop will be led by an instructor from the Washington State University Snohomish County Extension Agriculture Program. It is free, and open to anyone in the community. Not able to attend? Register anyway, and we will send you the recording. To sign-up, use the link below, visit stillyvalleyhealth.org, or call 360-386-9918.

Date: Thursday, June 4th, 2026
Time: 11:00 am - 12:30 pm PST
Host: Stilly Valley Health Connections
Location: Online via Zoom
REGISTRATION: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1988209218293

04/16/2026

Attention: Families of 10-14 year-olds
Strengthening Families for Parents and Youth 10–14 is an excellent way to spend quality time with your youth while helping them develop the skills that they need to be successful. Call 425-388-7954 for more information.

04/03/2026

The community is invited to a free prescription drug and v**e take back event on Saturday April 25. The Take Back event and resource fair will run from 10am-2pm in the parking lot of Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital, Marysville. There will be giveaways and information provided by community organizations, you don't have to bring prescriptions back to pick up safe storage for your medications and fi****ms, first aid kits, and more!

03/31/2026

Preserve the Harvest

New to the science of food preservation? Been a few years since you’ve canned? Learn about the most recent research and changes to home food preservation procedures along with links to plenty of safe, tested recipes.

This series of six classes teaches safe food preservation techniques, on Zoom, with real-time live demonstrations. Limited spots also available to attend in the classroom as well.
This series will provide you with the scientific background, preparation tips, and safe processing methods to preserve food at home.

Tickets go on sale now. For more information, visit: https://extension.wsu.edu/sno.../families/food-preservation/
Classes occur Wednesdays, 6-8pm
June 10th - Basics of Safe Canning
June 24th - Basics of Dehydrating and Freezing
July 8 - Jams, Jellies, Spreads
July 22nd - Pickles
August 5th - Tomatoes, Salsa and Relish
August 26th - Basics of Pressure Canning

Reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities and special needs who contact Rosy Smit at (425) 357-6024 or [email protected] at least three weeks prior to the event date.

03/26/2026

Become a WSU Beach Watcher OR Naturalist!

WSU Snohomish County Extension Beach Watchers are offering two different multi-day trainings with virtual lectures and guided in-person beach walks. Learn from regional experts about our Salish Sea habitats and species, marine conservation efforts, and the ways that you can get involved! Training starts on April 13th. Apply today!

For more information, contact [email protected]

To register, visit: https://extension.wsu.edu/snohomish/beach-watchers-2/volunteer-training/

03/24/2026

On Tuesday, March 31st, WSU Extension Snohomish County will screen the documentary "Women's Work: The Untold Story of America's Female Farmers" at Willis Tucker Community Park. We hope you'll join us.

Offering a unique perspective on the contributions of female farmers in America, this documentary features insightful interviews, highlights the resilience and creativity of women in agriculture and showcases women’s diverse backgrounds and agricultural practices across the nation. It serves as a tribute to the vital role women have played in shaping the future of agriculture and aims to educate viewers about the often-overlooked contributions of women in this field.

When: Tuesday, March 31st 2026
What time? 5:45pm -Doors Open, 6:00pm -Film Starts
Where: Gary Weikel Room at Willis D. Tucker Community Park, 6705 Puget Park Dr, Snohomish, WA 98296
Tickets here: https://WomensWorkDocumentary2026.eventbrite.com
This event is sponsored by WSU Extension Snohomish County.

03/20/2026

02/25/2026

Stanwood/Camano Forest Stewardship Coached Planning Course

Dates: 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Tuesday mornings, April 28 – June 23, 2026. Saturday field trip June 13, 2026.

Location: Island County Multi-Purpose Center, 141 NE Camano Dr, Camano, WA 98282

The Forest Stewardship Coached Planning course helps forest landowners understand their forests, support wildlife habitat, reduce wildfire risk, and create personalized plans to keep their forests healthy for years to come. This course is designed for anyone who owns or manages forested property and wants practical, expert‑guided support to better understand, care for, and steward their trees and land.

More details at https://forestry.wsu.edu/nps/events/cpcamano/