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Extension’s Eco-Stewardship Program honored

WENATCHEE – Connecting at-risk youth with the natural environment and the life skills that go along with that has earned WSU Extension’s 4-H Eco-Stewardship Program recognition from National 4-H Headquarters. Directed by WSU Chelan County Extension educator Kevin Powers, the 4-H Eco-Stewardship Program has been named a 4-H Program of Distinction in the Natural Resource […]

Cultivating a habit of health

Among its many benefits, Walking to Wellness has helped strengthen connections between family members who walk together. Here, Maritza Christensen of Cashmere walks with her two daughters, Carolyn and Kelsey. (photo courtesy of Margaret Viebrock) Despite the absence of Gold’s Gym in rural parts of Chelan, Douglas and Okanogan counties, residents are finding opportunities to […]