The University of Idaho Extension System is a partnership between the University of Idaho, the United States Department of Agriculture, and Benewah County.  The mission of the Cooperative Extension System is to help people improve the social, economic, and environmental qualities of their lives through research-based education and education and leadership development focused on issues and needs.

 Major program areas include: community development, agriculture & natural resources, 4-H youth development, extension nutrition program, and the Parents As Teachers program. The Master Gardener program presently has 25 active members with regular office hours. There are 13 clubs, nearly 36 leaders and nearly 200 youth enrolled in the traditional 4-H club program. The most popular animal projects are horse, swine, beef, and lamb. The fastest growing project areas include Cloverbuds, shooting sports and sport fishing. School enrichment programs include the “Talking With TJ” Teamwork & Conflict Resolution series targeting second graders. Science and agricultural education programs are also being developed with local teachers.

The Benewah County Extension Office is located in the basement of the County Courthouse in St. Maries.  The Courthouse is located at 701 West College Ave.

The University of Idaho Cooperative Extension System offers educational programs, activities and materials without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam-Era veteran as required by the Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Title I of the Education Amendments of 1972. The University of Idaho Cooperative Extension System is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Access to our office is readily achievable. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, those requesting reasonable accommodations need to contact the Benewah County Extension Office 1 week prior to the event at Benewah County Extension, 701 W College Ave. Ste. 2, St. Maries, ID 83861 or phone 208-245-2422.