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Position: Director and horticulture agent
Email: parmenterdm@co.laplata.co.us
Position: Director and horticulture agent
Email: parmenterdm@co.laplata.co.us
Position: Family and consumer science agent
I don't imagine this place of social isolation, accompanied by major life disruptions is exactly what we envisioned spring would bring. But alas, here we are. Rather than packing up camping gear...
DATE: April 8, 2020 | COLUMN: From the Extension Office
My Grandpa Parmenter was an auto parts salesman who had a pen collection like no other. He must have traded other salesmen – “I’ll give you a Big A Automotive for a Michelin” – and I think he must...
DATE: April 6, 2020 | COLUMN: From the Extension Office
Isn’t it ironic how easily resolutions dissolve, in spite of our persistent desire to be healthy? In as little as two months, well-intended habits have collapsed into a pile of excuses. No need to...
DATE: March 11, 2020 | COLUMN: From the Extension Office
I like the idea of writing with a pen or pencil. I actually lament that cursive isn’t as prevalent in the elementary school curriculum as it was when I was a kid. For those of you in my age bracket...
DATE: March 9, 2020 | COLUMN: From the Extension Office
Many people come in and out of our life, fulfilling various roles, at various times. Parting ways comes with acceptance of change or heartbreak with loss. Yet, not all relationships end. For some,...
DATE: Feb. 6, 2020 | COLUMN: From the Extension Office
Many of you out there consider New Year’s Day the first day of the year. However, there are others who consider it the start of the next gardening season. Don’t believe me? You know you are a...
DATE: Feb. 3, 2020 | COLUMN: From the Extension Office
Earlier this week, I had the pleasure of meeting Vincent. Aside from his name, I know nothing more than the fact that with five simple words he made my day and inspired this column. It was Monday,...
DATE: Jan. 9, 2020 | COLUMN: From the Extension Office
I grew accustomed to my office dynamic. Not much turnover among a strong team of educators, advocates and facilitators. I liked it that way. We didn’t feel stagnant – felt like the current was...
DATE: Jan. 6, 2020 | COLUMN: From the Extension Office
Kopano ea sechaba ka temo. This Basotho phrase translates into, “unity of community through agriculture.” Basotho is the name associated with the people of the mountain kingdom of Lesotho, Africa....
DATE: Dec. 23, 2019 | COLUMN: From the Extension Office
One for me, two for you and plate of carrots for the reindeer. The carrots are easy, it’s the cookies that can be finicky. Once you get past the challenge of deciding on a style, you merely have...
DATE: Dec. 12, 2019 | COLUMN: From the Extension Office
I had the pleasure this past week of attending a daylong workshop about climate change and how it could potentially affect Durango’s community forest. I have to say, the organizing groups –...
DATE: Dec. 9, 2019 | COLUMN: From the Extension Office
I am excited to announce the 2019-20 La Plata County 4-H County Council officer team. The team will take on leadership roles for our entire county program. In addition, members will act as our...
DATE: Nov. 15, 2019 | COLUMN: From the Extension Office
