MSU Park County Extension

09/03/2026

JUST ONE DAY LEFT to get your well test kit! We still have some left. Take advantage of this discounted rate for well water testing. Interpretation and analysis from MSU for only $125. Come on by and get your kit by Friday here at the Extension office, 222 S. B St., Livingston.

Attention Private Water Well Owners and Users!

Have you ever wondered what’s in your well water?

Testing water quality from private wells is the well owner’s responsibility but is commonly overlooked. Water quality is highly variable across Montana and testing is only way to know what is in your water.

Montana State University Extension Water Quality, in partnership with Park County Extension, is offering a private well water testing clinic. This pilot educational program leverages capabilities of labs at Montana State University for testing more than 30 parameters (bacteria, common salts, metals etc.).

For a participation fee of $125, participants will receive a report with results and interpretation. This program provides education about well water quality at a good value, but does not provide certified lab results, so significant quality issues identified warrant follow up testing with a certified lab.

Test kits are available from August 24th until September 4th on a first come first serve basis at the Park County Extension Office, located at 222 S B Street, Livingston.

For more information, contact Jackie Peterson or a web search for “Montana Extension Water”, will bring up the waterquality.montana.edu website where there is a link to program information on the right side

09/02/2026

Composting is a well-known method for recycling organic matter into a potent fertilizer that can enrich the soil for your garden plants. But, let’s face it, composting in dry climates is hard. You will learn three composting methods and how to adapt them for the West.

Registration is free, but required - follow this link to register: https://unr.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_86UKXFduQ9K_NWHljSSjjw #/registration

Got some spare time and want to view previous Cultivating healthy plants webinars? visit the youtube channel! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAIkOOshMfC71lB77C35ZqgY1YjdSgNfQ

09/02/2026

The first in the Small Business webinar series of the year will feature Bryan Singer, Native Entrepreneur Development Specialist for the Montana Department of Commerce. He will be presenting on opportunities offered through the Montana Indian Equity Fund.

08/26/2026

Don't forget, well kits available for pickup until Sept. 4. Take advantage of this great program with MSU!

Hello folks!

Don't forget, we will have well water testing kits available here at the Extension Office starting this MONDAY!

Montana State University Extension Water Quality, in partnership with Park County Extension, is offering a private well water testing clinic. This pilot educational program leverages capabilities of labs at Montana State University for testing more than 30 parameters (bacteria, common salts, metals etc.).

Test kits are available from August 24th until September 4th on a first come first serve basis at the Park County Extension Office, located at 222 S B Street, Livingston.

Feel free to call with questions 406-222-4156

08/21/2026

Hello folks!

Don't forget, we will have well water testing kits available here at the Extension Office starting this MONDAY!

Montana State University Extension Water Quality, in partnership with Park County Extension, is offering a private well water testing clinic. This pilot educational program leverages capabilities of labs at Montana State University for testing more than 30 parameters (bacteria, common salts, metals etc.).

Test kits are available from August 24th until September 4th on a first come first serve basis at the Park County Extension Office, located at 222 S B Street, Livingston.

Feel free to call with questions 406-222-4156

08/12/2026

Attention Private Water Well Owners and Users!

Have you ever wondered what’s in your well water?

Testing water quality from private wells is the well owner’s responsibility but is commonly overlooked. Water quality is highly variable across Montana and testing is only way to know what is in your water.

Montana State University Extension Water Quality, in partnership with Park County Extension, is offering a private well water testing clinic. This pilot educational program leverages capabilities of labs at Montana State University for testing more than 30 parameters (bacteria, common salts, metals etc.).

For a participation fee of $125, participants will receive a report with results and interpretation. This program provides education about well water quality at a good value, but does not provide certified lab results, so significant quality issues identified warrant follow up testing with a certified lab.

Test kits are available from August 24th until September 4th on a first come first serve basis at the Park County Extension Office, located at 222 S B Street, Livingston.

For more information, contact Jackie Peterson or a web search for “Montana Extension Water”, will bring up the waterquality.montana.edu website where there is a link to program information on the right side

08/10/2026

Howdy folks! The Park County Health Department has a lead testing event for soil coming up on Sept. 2 at the Livingston Farmers Market!

07/27/2026

Curious about managing cheatgrass on your property? Webinar opportunity on July 30th at 2pm. Register for free at https://www.mtweed.org/

07/25/2026

Come on down to the Fairgrounds!

07/25/2026

Good afternoon! The Park County 4-H/FFA Luncheon starts at 1:30, followed by the live auction at 3:30 under the big tent.

After the sale stick around for the buyer's celebration with live music, Cindy Hicks and the Highway 89 Band, and dessert.