Gary Fredricks, Small Farms, Urban Horticultural and Master Gardener Coordinator, and Cowlitz County Administrative Director.
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Gary addresses all aspects of small farm management including raising livestock and crop production in Washington. His responsibilities include information on gardening and small farm production that targets both youth and adults. Gary is the Administrative Director for Cowlitz County. He may be reached at 360-577-3014 ext. 3 in Cowlitz County or via email at garyf@wsu.edu. |
| Jennifer Leach, 4-H Youth Development Agent | |
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The 4-H Youth Development Program provides hands-on learning opportunities for youths, K-12. The program is conducted by adult volunteers in partnership with WSU faculty and county staff. Life skills are acquired through fun, experiential 4-H educational activities. Jennifer is based in Longview and can be reached at 360-577-3014 ext. 4 or via email at jleach@wsu.edu |
| Elizabeth Roberts, SNAP-Ed Program Manager | |
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Elizabeth is the SNAP-Ed Program Manager for Cowlitz County. This program works throughout the communities to educate youth and adults on healthy eating and active lifestyles. SNAP-Ed works with families, teaching them how to shop, prepare, store and serve nutritious meals within limited resources. Classes are held in schools, community centers, and food pantries. Elizabeth can be reached at 360-577-3014 ext. 2 or via email at elizabeth.stratton@wsu.edu |
| Tenaya Hergert, SNAP-Ed Program Coordinator | |
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Tenaya teaches comprehensive nutrition lessons to adult audiences while supporting other SNAP-Ed activities at events such as food bank distributions, health fairs, and school gardens. Tenaya can be reached at 360-577-3014 ext. 5 or via email at tenaya.hergert@wsu.edu |
| Jerry Petrick, MBA, PMP, SPHR | |
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Jerry Petrick is a Certified Business Advisor serving Cowlitz and Wahkiakum Counties for the Washington State University Small Business Development Center Network. Jerry has been advising companies for more than 10 years and enjoys the opportunity to help entrepreneurs thrive. WSBDC provides a no fee, confidential advisory services to business owners by appointment. Jerry can be reached at 360-578-5449 or via email at jerry.petrick@wsbdc.org |