{"id":142,"date":"2025-12-04T17:57:41","date_gmt":"2025-12-04T17:57:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/?page_id=142"},"modified":"2026-04-07T22:26:33","modified_gmt":"2026-04-07T22:26:33","slug":"programs-and-services","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/programs-and-services\/","title":{"rendered":"Programs and Services"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group c-breadcrumbs alignfull is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\"><nav aria-label=\"breadcrumbs\" class=\"rank-math-breadcrumb\"><p><span class=\"last\">Home<\/span><\/p><\/nav>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-white-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"has-section-title-font-size\"><span class=\"is-style-highlight-heading\">Programs &amp; Services<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\">Explore learning opportunities and programs from CSU Extension<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">From 4-H clubs to Master Gardener training, CSU Extension supports individuals in Routt County through a variety of programs, trainings, workshops, and other educational opportunities.<\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Woman-Cornfield-Presenter-Resize.jpg?w=1024\" alt=\"A woman with a straw hat presents to a group of adults standing on a gravel road next to a corn field with tall corn stalks\n\" class=\"wp-image-14556 size-full\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull wp-block-pattern-highlight-bar has-accent-3-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-content-justification-space-between is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-ceead2e9 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-subheading\">Featured Programs &amp; services<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-white-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--80)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"513\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/03\/Group-of-4H-youth.webp?w=768\" alt=\"A group of 4-H youth standing together outside\" class=\"wp-image-725 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/03\/Group-of-4H-youth.webp 768w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/03\/Group-of-4H-youth.webp?resize=300,200 300w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/03\/Group-of-4H-youth.webp?resize=600,401 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\">Routt County 4-H<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>4-H is America\u2019s largest youth development organization\u2014empowering nearly six million young people across the U.S. with the skills to lead for a lifetime. We believe that every child has valuable strengths and real influence to improve the world around us. 4-H programs empower young people to be well-informed citizens, actively engaged in their communities and the world.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a tabindex=\"0\" class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/offering\/routt-county-4-h\/\">Learn more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\">Routt County Master Gardeners<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Colorado State Extension Master Gardener\u00ae program is a unique intersection between University Horticulture expertise and community volunteers interested in educating locally. As a Colorado State Extension Master Gardener\u00ae, you\u2019ll be a CSU Extension volunteer giving back in your local community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a tabindex=\"0\" class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/offering\/routt-county-master-gardeners\/\">Learn more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1043\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2025\/12\/Smiling-Gardener.jpg?w=1024\" alt=\"A gardener smiles with his flower garden\" class=\"wp-image-189 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2025\/12\/Smiling-Gardener.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2025\/12\/Smiling-Gardener.jpg?resize=300,163 300w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2025\/12\/Smiling-Gardener.jpg?resize=768,417 768w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2025\/12\/Smiling-Gardener.jpg?resize=1024,556 1024w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2025\/12\/Smiling-Gardener.jpg?resize=1536,834 1536w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2025\/12\/Smiling-Gardener.jpg?resize=1400,761 1400w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2025\/12\/Smiling-Gardener.jpg?resize=600,326 600w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2025\/12\/Smiling-Gardener.jpg?resize=1568,852 1568w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1043\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2025\/12\/Gardening.jpg?w=1024\" alt=\"A person places a small plant in the garden\" class=\"wp-image-266 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2025\/12\/Gardening.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2025\/12\/Gardening.jpg?resize=300,163 300w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2025\/12\/Gardening.jpg?resize=768,417 768w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2025\/12\/Gardening.jpg?resize=1024,556 1024w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2025\/12\/Gardening.jpg?resize=1536,834 1536w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2025\/12\/Gardening.jpg?resize=1400,761 1400w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2025\/12\/Gardening.jpg?resize=600,326 600w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2025\/12\/Gardening.jpg?resize=1568,852 1568w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\">Soil and Water Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Not sure if your garden or landscape soil needs additional nutrients? Curious about the safety of your home drinking water? Routt County Extension staff are happy to assist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a tabindex=\"0\" class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/offering\/soil-and-water-testing\/\">Learn more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Master Food Safety Advisors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Routt County Extension office gets many calls about home food safety and preservation. Questions can include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>How long can I keep leftovers?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How do I preserve tomatoes?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How do I adjust the canning process for my elevation?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>And many others<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Have a question? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a tabindex=\"0\" class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/offering\/master-food-safety-advisors\/\">Learn More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2639\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/03\/Cooking.webp?w=776\" alt=\"Closeup of a person cooking food on a stove\" class=\"wp-image-562 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/03\/Cooking.webp 2000w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/03\/Cooking.webp?resize=227,300 227w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/03\/Cooking.webp?resize=768,1013 768w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/03\/Cooking.webp?resize=776,1024 776w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/03\/Cooking.webp?resize=1164,1536 1164w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/03\/Cooking.webp?resize=1552,2048 1552w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/03\/Cooking.webp?resize=1400,1847 1400w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/03\/Cooking.webp?resize=600,792 600w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/03\/Cooking.webp?resize=1568,2069 1568w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1070\" height=\"758\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/03\/pesticide-sprayer.jpg?w=1024\" alt=\"A person spraying pesticides with a backpack sprayer\" class=\"wp-image-714 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/03\/pesticide-sprayer.jpg 1070w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/03\/pesticide-sprayer.jpg?resize=300,213 300w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/03\/pesticide-sprayer.jpg?resize=768,544 768w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/03\/pesticide-sprayer.jpg?resize=1024,725 1024w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/03\/pesticide-sprayer.jpg?resize=600,425 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1070px) 100vw, 1070px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\">Equipment Rentals<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Need help getting the right equipment? Depending on the time of year, our office offers a variety of equipment for rent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Water Bath Canner<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Food Dehydrator<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hay Corer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Soil Temperature Gauge<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Soil Sampling Probe<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Weed Sprayer (spring\/summer only)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Contact our office to check availability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a tabindex=\"0\" class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/contact-us\/\">Contact Us<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Guidance on pH Testing for Cottage Foods<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The process of testing pH can be critical to precisely measuring the acidity of cottage food products like pickles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although foodborne botulism is rare, it is commonly associated with homemade pickled fruit and vegetable products that have pH levels specifically above 4.6 because these levels create the perfect environment for harmful toxins to grow and when consumed can cause foodborne botulism. The chance of this occurring can be greatly minimized by having the pH of your pickled fruit and vegetable products tested.<\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1475\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/03\/Making-Pickles.jpg?w=1024\" alt=\"A person pours hot liquid into a jar of pickles\" class=\"wp-image-719 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/03\/Making-Pickles.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/03\/Making-Pickles.jpg?resize=300,277 300w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/03\/Making-Pickles.jpg?resize=768,708 768w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/03\/Making-Pickles.jpg?resize=1024,944 1024w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/03\/Making-Pickles.jpg?resize=1536,1416 1536w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/03\/Making-Pickles.jpg?resize=1400,1291 1400w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/03\/Making-Pickles.jpg?resize=600,553 600w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/03\/Making-Pickles.jpg?resize=1568,1446 1568w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-55ae9cea wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-heading-4-font-size\">How does pH testing work?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you choose to have your product tested, the lab results will validate your standardized, personal, or family recipe(s) and verify a finished equilibrium pH of 4.6 or below. Results will be mailed directly to you and will confirm if your recipe is just right or prompt you to make adjustments to assure the safety of your product.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-heading-4-font-size\">Who does the pH testing?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can have any of your products tested by the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/cdphe.colorado.gov\/laboratory-services\/food-testing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Lab<\/strong><\/a>. Note that any costs or fees associated with testing will be the responsibility of the cottage food producer.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Questions? Need advice?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a tabindex=\"0\" class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/contact-us\/\">Contact Us<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/03\/Pressure-Canner-Gauge_135eab.jpg?w=800\" alt=\"Pressure Canner Gauge\" class=\"wp-image-727 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/03\/Pressure-Canner-Gauge_135eab.jpg 800w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/03\/Pressure-Canner-Gauge_135eab.jpg?resize=300,225 300w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/03\/Pressure-Canner-Gauge_135eab.jpg?resize=768,576 768w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/30\/2026\/03\/Pressure-Canner-Gauge_135eab.jpg?resize=600,450 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pressure Canner Testing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The USDA recommends having your pressure canner gauges tested annually. Testing your pressure canner will determine whether it is functioning properly and will help you produce safely preserved food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Need assistance? We&#8217;re happy to help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a tabindex=\"0\" class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/routt\/contact-us\/\">Contact Us<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull wp-block-pattern-content-list is-style-brush-stroke-dark has-accent-1-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-1bc05f53 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--80);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--80)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7255d826 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3b22163969f18e008b23e0c55dbc1fd4\">Browse more programs and services from CSU Extension<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:30%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe9cc265 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-text\"><a tabindex=\"0\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/agrability.colostate.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AgrAbility<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-text\"><a tabindex=\"0\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/co4h.colostate.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Colorado 4-H <\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-text\"><a tabindex=\"0\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/cmg.extension.colostate.edu\/\">Colorado Master Gardener<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-text\"><a tabindex=\"0\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/extension-internship-program\/\">Extension Internships<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-text\"><a tabindex=\"0\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/family-leadership-training-institute\/\">Family Leadership Training Institute<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:30%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe9cc265 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-text\"><a tabindex=\"0\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/grow-give\/\">Grow &amp; 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