Starting Extension

 Hello, My name is Jacob Falk. This summer I applied to be the summer intern for Wallowa County Extension Office. I am a student at the University of Idaho perusing a degree in agricultural education with a minor in vet sciences. 

Initial Interest 

I grew up in Wallowa county and was heavily involved with out local 4-H program. I worked closely with Debe on 4-H projects and building leadership skills. When she suggested this internship to me, I was interested to see how extension education would differ from traditional classroom instruction. Being able to have a well rounded concept of everything this career path includes, I feel, will encourage me to make a sound, well rounded, long term career decision that will be productive and enjoyable.  

My Esperance Currently

I have been working at the Wallowa County Extension Office for a little over a month. So far, I have had the opportunity to interact with almost every extension program Wallowa County has to offer.  I have been able to monitor the population of army worm in the county with our Forestry and Natural Resource Agent, planned youth events and participated in multiple 4-H leadership activities with our 4-H Youth Development agent, and began helping with our local SNAP program with Family Community Health program. Overall, my experience so far has been greatly diversified and my work has been fulfilling and encouraging!

Looking Forward 

I am eager to keep working, finding the most interest it the 4-H and Youth Development programs. I am excited to keep helping to plan 4-H events, and interact with a high quality youth who are driven to learn!