About Us
Park County Extension
CSU Extension specialists serve all 64 counties in Colorado, working alongside communities to address local needs, share knowledge, and co-create solutions to help individuals and communities thrive.
Park County has an average elevation of over 9,000 feet above sea level presenting challenges in ranching, gardening, and cooking and baking. CSU Extension is here to help provide resources to make those “challenges” a little less challenging. Our dedicated staff connects community members to programs, resources, and expertise on a wide range of topics and tailored to the unique needs of the the Park County area.

Our mission and priorities
Community needs drive our work. Our mission is to provide information and education, and encourage the application of research-based knowledge in response to local, state, and national issues affecting individuals, youth, families, agricultural enterprises and communities of Colorado.
We are part of the land-grant university system nationwide. We draw from the University’s research-based resources to strengthen community partnerships, boost the economy, engage families and youth, and enhance our quality of life.
Our locations
Park County Office – Fairplay
Region:
- Mountain
County:
- Park
Park County Office – Bailey
Region:
- Mountain
County:
- Park
Office hours
Fairplay Office
Monday and Wednesday, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Bailey Office
By appointment. Please contact us to arrange a time.
Closures due to weather or unforeseen events will be posted on Facebook.
Questions? Need assistance?
Meet the Park County Extension team
Abby Schmidt Williams
County Director, CSU Extension
Extension
Region:
- Mountain
Counties:
- Park
880 Bogue Street, P.O. Box 603, Fairplay, CO, 80440-0603
My Topics:
- Health & Well-being
- Youth Development
Elaina Michael
Extension Specialist
Extension
Region:
- Mountain
Counties:
- Park
880 Bogue Street, P.O. Box 603, Fairplay, CO, 80440-0603
My Topics:
- Garden & Landscape
- Insects & Pests
- Natural Resources
- Youth Development
Barbie Garnett
Accessible Education Specialist
Engagement and Extension
Region:
- Mountain
Counties:
- Chaffee
- Clear Creek
- Custer
- Eagle
- Fremont
- Gilpin
- Grand
- Jackson
- Lake
- Park
- Pitkin
- Summit
- Teller
27900 County Road 319, Buena Vista, CO, 81211
Hillary Spivak
Administrative Assistant
Extension
Region:
- Mountain
Counties:
- Park
880 Bogue Street, P.O. Box 603, Fairplay, CO, 80440-0603