Oregon State University Extension - Lane County

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Oregon State University Extension - Lane County Lane County Extension Service has something for everyone! Find us online here: extension.oregonstate.edu/Lane Location: 996 Jefferson Street.

We serve as the county hub for programs including 4-H, Nutrition Education, Food Safety, Farms, Gardening and Forestry. Eugene, OR 97402
Enter on ramp or steps off of 10th Ave. Phone: 541-344-5859

Office Hours: Mon - Thu, 8 am - 5 pm
Wearing face coverings and physical distancing is required for all employees and visitors, per Oregon Statute and Oregon State University guidelines. Master Gardener Volunteers available to answer gardening questions: Monday - Thursday, 9 am - 4 pm
Phone Master Gardener Hotline: 541-344-0265 or email question and photos to [email protected]

Master Food Preserver message phone: 541-244-4885
Mid-July to Mid-October Food Safety hotline: 1-800-354-7319

Nutrition Education Program: 541-344-0249

4-H Youth Program: 541-344-5043

Great news! In addition to the in-person Lane County classes (Eugene, Dunes City and Oakridge), we will now offer a FREE...
10/09/2026

Great news! In addition to the in-person Lane County classes (Eugene, Dunes City and Oakridge), we will now offer a FREE StrongPeople virtual class. Register now using the address on the flyer. Also, a spanish language break out room is available using the same registration address.

Worm Bin Composting WorkshopLearn the fun and easy way to compost by letting worms eat your garbage! Our Compost Special...
10/07/2026

Worm Bin Composting Workshop

Learn the fun and easy way to compost by letting worms eat your garbage! Our Compost Specialists will teach you everything you need to know to get started with worm bin composting, including bin maintenance, food management, harvesting castings, pest management, troubleshooting, and how to use those wonderful worm castings in your garden.

When: Saturday, November 7, 2026
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Where: OSU Extension Service - Lane County (996 Jefferson St., Eugene, OR 97402)
Cost: $50

Workshop participants will receive:
• One pre-assembled worm bin
• Worms
• Bedding mix
• 1½ hours of instruction
• Handouts
• Follow-up support

Two family members may share a bin and attend the class together.

For more information and to register, visit our Events Page: https://beav.es/YaX

Photo Credit: Lynn Ketchum

Ready to grow your gardening knowledge and give back to your community?Applications are now open for the 2027 OSU Extens...
10/05/2026

Ready to grow your gardening knowledge and give back to your community?

Applications are now open for the 2027 OSU Extension Lane County Master Gardener Volunteer Program.

Master Gardener volunteers are neighbors, friends, and community members who provide garden advice that is grounded in science and locally relevant.

Lane County 2027 Training Details

Applications close: November 15, 2026
Classes: January 28–April 22, 2027
When: Thursdays, 1:00–4:00 p.m.
Where: Eugene, Oregon
Cost: $350 total. Registration: $175–$225, Deposit: $150

Apply online: beav.es/Yh8

Questions? Contact Baylie Latter at [email protected]

We hope you’ll join us for the 2027 Master Gardener training and help bring research-based gardening information to the Lane County community.

Healthy plants start with healthy soil. Bring a soil sample to our Soil pH Testing event and learn whether your garden s...
10/02/2026

Healthy plants start with healthy soil. Bring a soil sample to our Soil pH Testing event and learn whether your garden soil is too acidic, too alkaline, or just right. We'll test your soil and contact you with the results and some tips for adjusting soil pH if needed.

When: Saturday, October 3rd
Time: 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Where: OSU Extension Service - Lane County (996 Jefferson St., Eugene, OR 97402)
Cost: $2 per sample

For more information, including instructions for how to collect a soil sample, visit: https://extension.oregonstate.edu/lane/events/soil-ph-testing-27

Photo: EESC slide collection, OSU Extension Communications

Join us for a free Compost Workshop at Mathews Community Garden!When: Saturday, October 3rdTime: 10:00 am - 12:00 pmWher...
10/01/2026

Join us for a free Compost Workshop at Mathews Community Garden!

When: Saturday, October 3rd
Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Where: Mathews Community Garden, corner of W. 15th Ave and Hayes St., Eugene, OR 97402

For beginning to experienced composters, these hands-on workshops will cover the basics of how composting works, which materials to use, and the different methods and types of compost bins available. Workshops are led by knowledgeable backyard composting information specialists.

For more information: https://extension.oregonstate.edu/lane/events/free-compost-workshop-75

Photo: Hope Stephens, OSU Extension Communications

Join us for a free workshop on Mason Bees. Learn the unique life cycle and the timing and care needed to establish a suc...
09/30/2026

Join us for a free workshop on Mason Bees. Learn the unique life cycle and the timing and care needed to establish a successful, sustainable population in your fruit orchard or native garden. Topics will include bee life cycle, bee houses, cleaning, and proper cocoon storage.

When: Saturday, October 3rd
Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Where: OSU Extension Service Lane County (996 Jefferson St., Eugene, OR)

For more information: https://extension.oregonstate.edu/lane/events/spring-bees

Photo: Shirley Betournay, Master Gardener volunteer

Curious about the plants popping up around your garden? Join us for a W**d Identification Walk at GrassRoots Garden.When...
09/29/2026

Curious about the plants popping up around your garden? Join us for a W**d Identification Walk at GrassRoots Garden.

When: Saturday, October 3rd
Time: 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Where: GrassRoots Garden, 1465 Coburg Rd., Eugene, OR 97401
Cost: FREE

The W**d Identification Walks have been taking place at GrassRoots Garden for over fifteen years. These hands-on walks cover anywhere from 10-20 common w**ds, characteristics for identification, seasonal changes (life cycles), growth habit, wildlife habitat, nutrients (soil/edibility) and toxic and edible w**ds.

The walk is a partnership between GrassRoots Garden, an important source of fresh fruit and vegetables for Food for Lane County, and the Oregon State University Extension, Lane County Master Gardener Program which provides science-based educational programs and information to the public. Participants are welcome to eat a free vegan lunch in the garden after the w**d walk.

For more information: https://extension.oregonstate.edu/lane/events/w**d-id-walk-12

Photo: E. Chernoh, OSU Extension Service - Lane County

Discover the joy of Growing Herbs & Edible Flowers at GrassRoots Garden!When: Saturday, October 3rdTime: 10:00 am - 11:1...
09/29/2026

Discover the joy of Growing Herbs & Edible Flowers at GrassRoots Garden!

When: Saturday, October 3rd
Time: 10:00 am - 11:15 am
Where: GrassRoots Garden, 1465 Coburg Rd., Eugene, OR 97401
Cost: FREE

For more information: https://extension.oregonstate.edu/lane/events/growing-herbs-edible-flowers-your-garden-4

The talk is a partnership between GrassRoots Garden, an important source of fresh fruit and vegetables for Food for Lane County, and the Oregon State University Extension - Lane County Master Gardener Program which provides science based educational programs and information to the public. Participants are welcome to stay after the herb talk to ask questions or to join the W**d Walk at 11:30 AM to learn how to identify common w**ds.

Photo: E. Chernoh, OSU Extension Service - Lane County

Hi Everyone! We'd like to let you know that our office will be closed on Tuesday, September 29 and Wednesday, September ...
09/25/2026

Hi Everyone! We'd like to let you know that our office will be closed on Tuesday, September 29 and Wednesday, September 30 so we can attend our Annual Extension Conference at the Mothership! (aka, the OSU Main Campus) 😃 🤓 ✏️ 📖

Address

996 Jefferson Street
Eugene, OR
97402

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

(541) 344-5859

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