Cooperative Extension Service
Cooperative Extension Service provides the people of New Mexico with practical, research-based knowledge and programs to improve their quality of life.
We specialize in:
- Diabetes Education
- Emergency Preparedness & Food Safety
- Sheep Shearing Schools
Upcoming Events
Youth Get-Away Registration is NOW Open!
The New Mexico 4‑H Youth Get-Away is open to current 4‑H Novice and Junior members ages 8–13.
Youth Get-Away is an overnight youth leadership development event hosted by the New Mexico State 4-H Leadership team. Youth will be engaged in workshops and activities centered around personal growth, leadership skills and 4-H projects with themed dances held each night. The State 4-H Leadership Team has been busy planning this year’s YGA, themed “The Game of 4-H,” and are excited about this event!
Registration forms and payment are due to the McKinley CES Office no later than Friday, March 6, by 4:00 PM. 
Counselor-in Training and Counselor applications are open for YGA!
- Counselor-in-Training (CIT) – any 4-H member who is at least 13 and in the 8th grade or 14 years old may apply. The CIT will work with a counselor in planning activities and leading either a novice or junior age group during the event.
- Counselor – any senior that is 15 years old may apply. The counselor will work with a CIT in planning activities and leading either a novice or junior age group during the event.
Counselors and CIT’s are chosen through a selection process completed by a panel of judges. Applications are due to the McKinley CES office by Wednesday, Feb 25 
Questions or need registration or application forms?Contact the McKinley Extension Office at 505‑863‑3432.
Save the Dates!
The 2026 New Mexico Indian Livestock Days are coming up, and we’re excited to share that we’ll be partnering once again with the National Cattlemen's Association.
More details will be released soon, but here’s what we can share for now:
- Registration: $75 per individual
- Vendor Booth: $250
- Sponsorship information will be available shortly
Updates will be shared as soon as registration officially opens. Stay tuned!
NM 4-H FCS School of Real Life Skills
March 13 - 15, 2026
2026 Track Options
🍞 Baking
🧶 Knitting
✂️ Quilling / Creative Arts
💻 Digital Media
🏺 Ceramics / Creative Arts
🥼 Food Science / Food Challenge
🍼 Babysitting 101 / First Aid / Leadership (Juniors only)
🔥 Outdoor Cooking (Juniors only)
📞 Questions
Contact the McKinley Extension Office at 505‑863‑3432.
IRM Integrated Resource Management Red Books are in!
Producers can stop by the Extension Office to grab their book and stay on top of records for the year.
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8–5 PM
Closed for lunch: 12–1 PM
It's Important to Prepare for Emergencies!
If you would like a copy of the "Emergency Preparedness Guide," "Emergency Supply List" or any other Emergency specific brochures, feel free to stop by the office between 9 AM and 4 PM, Monday through Friday. We are closed for lunch 12 - 1 PM. Call the Extension office at 505-863-3432 if you have any questions.
Contact Us
McKinley County Extension Service
2418 E. Hwy 66, PMB 470
Gallup, NM 87301
Phone: 505-863-3432
Toll Free: 866-863-3432
Fax: 505-722-5279
Email: mckinley@nmsu.edu
