Washington County Resources

Purdue Extension Washington County offers education and programming in Ag/Natural Resources, Health and Human Sciences, 4-H/Youth Development, and Nutrition Education Program.

What We Do

We improve lives and livelihoods by delivering tested and trusted educational resources. The Cooperative Extension Service is one of the nation's largest providers of scientific research-based information and education. It's a network of colleges, universities, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture, serving communities and counties across America. The Purdue Extension focuses on: Agriculture and Natural Resources, Human and Health Sciences, Economic and Community Development and 4-H Youth.

 

Contact Us

Purdue Washington County Extension
806 Martinsburg Rd, Ste 104
Salem, IN 47167
(812) 883-4601

Office Hours:  Monday - Friday 8am-4pm


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Camp Counselors Demonstrate Leadership and Teamwork Across Differences

Indiana 4-H delivered 14 Camp Counselor Training programs addressing social and emotional development, leading a team and teamwork (communication, interpersonal, and diversity). Six programs were in counties and eight were in collaborative...

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Upcoming Washington County and State Extension Events

Washington County Stories

Washington County Stories

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What's Happening in Washington County
Taste of Lamb
Washington County Sheep Association’s “A Taste of Lamb”

The Washington County Sheep Association is hosting their annual “A Taste of Lamb” event on Friday, April 4, 2025 at 6:30 pm in Salem, IN.

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Washington County Pork Producers Annual Meeting

The Washington County Pork Producers are hosting their annual meeting on Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 6:30 pm in Salem, IN.

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Washington County Bull Breeding Soundness Evaluation Clinic

The Washington County Cattlemen’s Association, Spring Mill Veterinary Service, and Purdue Extension – Washington County are hosting their annual Bull Breeding Soundness Evaluation Clinic on Wednesday, March 12, 2025 beginning at 8:00 am in Salem, IN.

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February/March 2025 Newsletter

The February/March 2025 edition of the Purdue Extension-Washington Co. newsletter is now available.

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Save the Date: 2025 Southern Indiana 4-H Camp

Prepare for an unforgettable journey back to the age of dinosaurs at this year’s Southern Indiana 4-H Camp! From May 30 to June 1, 2025, 4-H members in grades 3-8 are invited to join us at Country Lake Retreat Center in Clark County for a dino-tastic experience. Packed with thrilling activities and prehistoric fun, this action-filled camp promises to spark curiosity, build friendships, and create memories to last a lifetime. Don’t miss out on this epic adventure!

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2025 4-H Camp Counselor Applications

Want to spend a weekend enjoying 4-H Camp and helping Campers leave with a rewarding experience? Apply today to be a 4-H Camp Counselor!

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