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Cochise County Cooperative Extension Cooperative Extension plays a unique role- bringing research based information to Cochise County to enrich the lives of its citizens.

Embracing uniqueness-recognizing race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, socioeconomic status, language, & ability. The University of Arizona Cooperative Extension of Cochise County within the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences has been serving area residents since 1914 through educational programs. We represent a unique three way partnership of the United States Department of Agriculture, the University of Arizona and Cochise County to provide local citizens access to the Land Grant University System. Our roots in communities help us understand local needs and put university expertise and connections where they can make a difference – improving lives and communities.

💙 Our Tiny Explorers class was all about learning through play. Families played, explored, and learned together while su...
10/15/2026

💙 Our Tiny Explorers class was all about learning through play. Families played, explored, and learned together while supporting early development. ✨

Check out our October calendar for more activities!
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💙 Nuestra clase Tiny Explorers se trató de aprender jugando. Las familias jugaron, exploraron y aprendieron juntas mientras apoyaban el desarrollo infantil. ✨
¡Mire nuestro calendario de octubre para más actividades!

Douglas Family Resource Center | U of A Cooperative Extension


If you have questions, please contact Andrea Bernal: [email protected], or (520)236-9280

📢 We’re Hiring in Cochise County!The University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Family Resource Center is looking for a...
10/09/2026

📢 We’re Hiring in Cochise County!

The University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Family Resource Center is looking for an On-Call Childcare Provider to join our team! 🎉

This position will primarily be located at our Douglas Family Resource Center, with possible travel to the Willcox and Sierra Vista Family Resource Centers as needed.
If you enjoy working with children and families and are looking for an opportunity to support families in our community, we encourage you to apply!

Questions? Contact Andrea Bernal-- [email protected]

📅 Our October Family Resource Center Calendar is here!The Douglas Family Resource Center is officially open! 🎉 We’re exc...
10/07/2026

📅 Our October Family Resource Center Calendar is here!

The Douglas Family Resource Center is officially open! 🎉 We’re excited to finally welcome families into our new space and get started with activities this month.
We have activities planned for babies, young children, and families, along with time to connect families with helpful resources.

📍 815 E. 15th Street, Douglas, AZ 85607
🕗 Open Tuesdays & Thursdays, 8:30 AM–3:00 PM
💙 All activities are FREE!

Questions? Contact Andrea Bernal: [email protected]

We’re hiring!Join the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension in Willcox as an Extension Assistant II, Water Wise! H...
10/01/2026

We’re hiring!

Join the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension in Willcox as an Extension Assistant II, Water Wise! Help teach Cochise County youth about water conservation through classroom lessons, hands-on activities, and community events.

💧 Full-time | 40 hours per week
💧 $16.50–$20.63 per hour
💧 Full University of Arizona benefits

Experience teaching youth and knowledge of water conservation are preferred.

Apply online: https://bit.ly/UACE-WWYouth

Submit a resume and cover letter. Open until filled.

Please share this opportunity with anyone who may be interested!

Equal Opportunity Employer

🎉 You’re invited to the Douglas Family Resource Center Open House!Come meet the team, see the new space, and learn more ...
09/29/2026

🎉 You’re invited to the Douglas Family Resource Center Open House!

Come meet the team, see the new space, and learn more about what the Family Resource Center will offer families with children ages 0–5.

FREE and open to the community

📅 Tuesday, October 6, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
📍 815 E 15th St, Douglas, AZ 85607
(Douglas Pediatric Center of Excellence Clinic)

Questions? Contact Andrea Bernal - [email protected]

09/23/2026

Bisbee’s water history Not A Drop To Waste, Bisbee Arizona Establishing Water in Bisbee Bisbee’s hilly and mountainous terrain contributes to the uniqueness and charm of the community. The winding roads and hilly streets speak to the determination of the first settlers to support the growth of t...

🌱 Cochise Leadership Academy is coming!Want to make a difference in your community—but aren’t sure where to start? The C...
09/23/2026

🌱 Cochise Leadership Academy is coming!

Want to make a difference in your community—but aren’t sure where to start? The Cochise Leadership Academy brings together people from across Cochise County to build relationships, develop leadership skills, and turn community ideas into action.

This year’s focus is food security, local food systems, and water conservation, with hands-on learning around collective impact, community asset mapping, strategic planning, and creating sustainable community change.

You don’t have to be a formal leader to participate! We welcome community members, volunteers, staff, emerging leaders, and anyone who wants to help make a difference.

🌟 Dream. Play. Build. Create change together.

📅 Academy begins October 22
📋 Application required.

Email Cynthia Aspengren at [email protected] to request an application

Know someone who should be part of this? Share this post with them!

09/22/2026

The Water Wise Program is proud to partner with Arizona Water Company with The Long View SV. The program was launched on September 12th, 2026, and is focusing on water needs within the Sierra Vista community.

09/21/2026

Tickets are Now in at ACE!

Canning 101 – September 236:00–7:30 PM | Online via Zoom | Contact: Cynthia Aspengren caspengr@arizona.edu 520-626-7481C...
09/14/2026

Canning 101 – September 23

6:00–7:30 PM | Online via Zoom | Contact: Cynthia Aspengren [email protected] 520-626-7481

Canning 101 provides practical, research-based education on safe home food preservation. Participants will learn basic canning methods, food safety, equipment, and how to preserve seasonal produce. The class is open to those new to canning, experienced preservers with questions, or anyone wanting a refresher.
https://arizona.zoom.us/meeting/register/Ord_8OqLQi6w7uwkVD50dg

Homesteading Program

Wednesdays, August 12, August 26, September 9 & September 23
6:00–7:30 PM | Online via Zoom

The Homesteading Program helps Cochise County residents build practical skills, confidence, and self-reliance. Topics include raising animals, backyard chickens, beekeeping, irrigation, growing produce, and food preservation. The program connects participants with local resources while supporting food security and community resilience.

Register: Homesteading Program Registration

https://arizona.zoom.us/meeting/register/Ord_8OqLQi6w7uwkVD50dg

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450 S Haskell Avenue
Willcox, AZ
85643

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

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