K-State Extension Douglas County
Enriching Douglas County residents with research-based information, resources, and opportunities.
Welcome
K-State Extension is a short name for the Kansas Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service. We are a partnership between Kansas State University and federal, state, and county government, with offices in every Kansas county.
Not a Douglas County, KS resident? See your County's extension office
Upcoming Events
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K-State Garden Hour: Local Food Garden Projects in Kansas
August 5, 2026
Extension is committed to community success and expanding access to healthy food. Join K-State Horticulture Agents from around the state to learn more about food gardening initiatives in Kansas. Explore the success stories of these gardens and discover how these programs give back to the community through education, volunteerism, and shared harvests. Dive into practical strategies that inspire collaboration and help expand food gardening opportunities statewide.
Preparing a Healthy Plate (with Heartland)
August 5, 2026
Let's learn about healthy choices and create delicious quesadillas!
Please register in advance
Questions? Contact Karen Lewis, Heartland Care Cupboard Coordinator (785) 841-7297 Ext. 5605, or email: carecupboard@heartlandhealth.org
EMG Class of 2026 Registration Deadline
August 7, 2026
If you love to learn about gardening and are looking for ways to give back to your community, Extension Master Gardener Volunteer classes are for you!
Training begins September 3rd, 2026, and runs through December 3rd, 2026, on Thursdays from 1 to 4 pm.
Locations include virtual classrooms via Zoom and small group, in-person activities. Participants will be notified of the final locations prior to classes.
The Life of a Flower: Gathering & Creating Beauty
August 19, 2026
Please join us on August 19, at 10:30 am to learn about The Life of a Flower: Growing, Gathering and Creating Beauty presented by Diane Guthrie who is certified as a master floral designer and President of the Eudora Giving Garden.
Discover the full journey of a flower, from seed to stunning bouquet. In this session, you will learn the essentials for growing flowers successfully in the Midwest. We will cover best practices for harvesting blooms at the right stage for freshness and longevity and creating a beautiful spiral bouquet. Whether you are a beginner gardener or aspiring floral designer, you’ll walk away with practical knowledge and creative inspiration to grow, gather and arrange your own blooms.
Join us in person at the Dreher Building or Online