Penn State Extension of Indiana County

06/01/2026

Happy National Dairy Month!

🐄Today marks the first day of National Dairy Month! We would like to take the time to thank all the hardworking dairy farmers this June!

05/29/2026

Penn State Extension of Indiana County will be at the Indiana County Farmers' Market on June 27. Keep an eye out for more information coming soon!

We look forward to partnering with the Farmers' Market to share our resources with the community!

05/28/2026

The Master Watershed Stewards are having a native plant sale!

Our Native Plant Sale is LIVE!

Support your local watershed by making landscaping choices that benefit it. Our native plant kits offer an accessible, impactful way to create habitat, reduce runoff, and increase biodiversity—right at home.

Order now and join us in building healthier communities through native plants.

https://extension.psu.edu/master-watershed-steward-watershed-friendly-native-plant-kit-sale

05/26/2026

Join the Master Watershed Stewards for a guided wetland bird walk! Learn bird identification, ecology, and photography tips while exploring diverse habitats.

Learn more and register by visiting https://extension.psu.edu/wetlands-bird-walk-series-with-the-master-watershed-stewards. You can also register over the phone by calling 1-877-345-0691.

When: June 6 from 8:30-11 AM
Where: Beaver Meadow Trail in DuBois, PA
Cost: $5
Registration deadline: June 4, 2026

Whether you are new to birding or looking to sharpen your skills, these walks provide a welcoming, educational outdoor experience. Please be prepared for wet conditions and wear appropriate footwear and clothing. Funds received from these programs support Master Watershed Stewards of the PA Wilds programming and conservation projects.

Join the Master Watershed Stewards for guided wetland bird walks across the PA Wilds. Learn bird identification, ecology, and photography tips while exploring diverse habitats.

05/22/2026

Penn State Extension is having stream health workshops!

This one is in Pennsylvania Furnace, PA on June 11, 2026: https://extension.psu.edu/field-to-data-environmental-monitoring-in-action

There is also a workshop designed for educators in Altoona, PA on June 5, 2026: https://extension.psu.edu/first-investigation-of-stream-health-educator-workshop

Preregistration is required. Visit the web links for more information or call1-877-345-0691 for assistance over the phone.

How healthy is your stream? Join us for an immersive, one-day workshop focused on stream health monitoring and conservation practices.

📍 Pasto Agricultural Museum, Pennsylvania Furnace, PA
📅 June 11, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM–3:30 PM

The workshop will cover streamflow measurement, water quality monitoring, streambank erosion assessment, sediment mapping, and more—with a live field demonstration at a local stream site to conclude the day.

Attendees should wear comfortable clothing and sturdy footwear. Rubber boots are recommended for those interested in entering the stream during field sampling activities.

Learn how monitoring data supports conservation planning and restoration efforts across Pennsylvania watersheds: https://ow.ly/HG0q50YXIkO

05/22/2026

The Indiana County Penn State Extension Office will be closed on Monday, May 25 for Memorial Day. Thank you! 🇺🇸

05/20/2026

World Bee Day is May 20th!

Watch this short video by Penn State Extension educator Margarita López-Uribe, Ph.D. to learn why bees are so important: https://extension.psu.edu/why-are-bees-important

For educational resources about bees, beekeeping, and other pollinators, Penn State Extension has you covered! Visit https://extension.psu.edu/ or contact the Indiana County Penn State Extension office at 724-465-3880 to start learning today.

In this video, you will learn why bees are ecologically and economically critical for the sustainability of our food supply system.

05/18/2026

Learn container garden basics with our Master Gardeners at the Indiana Free Library tomorrow!

You don’t need a big yard to grow a beautiful garden. 🌿🌼

Join us for Grow Anywhere: Container Gardening Basics and learn how the right containers, soil, and plant choices can turn patios, balconies, and small spaces into thriving gardens. This session will cover simple tips to help your container plants stay healthy and productive all season.

📍 Indiana Free Library
📅 May 19th
🕒 1:30 - 2:30 PM

05/18/2026

Penn State Extension is hiring in Indiana County!

We are looking for an Extension Agent to provide locally based support for agricultural production and community engagement.

Find the job description link in the original post below!

JOB POSTING ALERT ⚠

Penn State Extension is hiring multiple Extension Agents to provide locally based support for agricultural production and community engagement. This position expands Penn State Extension’s capacity to deliver educational programming, provide farm-level technical assistance, and build strong professional networks across the Commonwealth. See different locations below...

📍Indiana County | https://psu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/PSU_Staff/job/Indiana-County/Extension-Agent---Indiana-County_REQ_0000077252

📍Clearfield County | https://psu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/PSU_Staff/job/Clearfield-County/Extension-Agent---Clearfield-County_REQ_0000077266-2

📍Chester County | https://psu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/PSU_Staff/job/Chester-County/Extension-Agent---Chester-County_REQ_0000077125-2

📍Columbia County | https://psu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/PSU_Staff/job/Columbia-County/Extension-Agent---Columbia-County_REQ_0000077262-2

05/14/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month!

Penn State Extension has resources for those looking to learn about mental wellness.

We have articles, webinars, and workshops about mental wellness, mental health first aid, mental health in agriculture (farm stress), and more.

Visit https://extension.psu.edu/ or contact your local county Extension office for resources!