UW Extension to Offer Private Pesticide Applicator Programs Across the State
Powell, Wyo. — Jan. 13, 2024 — The University of Wyoming Extension has scheduled 16 pesticide safety education programs for private applicators across the state January through March.
Currently, programs are scheduled in Crook, Goshen, Johnson, Laramie, Niobrara, Park, Platte, Sheridan and Weston counties. Details for private applicator programs in additional counties will be released in the coming months. For the most up-to-date information, contact a county extension office or visit https://bit.ly/wda-2025-private-psep.
Private applicator licenses are required for anyone who applies or supervises the application of Restricted Use Pesticides (RUPs).
The four-hour private applicator education programs provide an overview of certification requirements, pertinent regulations, pesticide safety and handling, proper disposal practices and more. Applicators can attend any class that fits their schedule.
All participants are required to bring a government-issued ID, such as a driver’s license, to their session.
Upon completion of a program, applications for private applicator licenses are submitted to the Wyoming Department of Agriculture for approval and issuance of licenses.
Dates, locations and times for upcoming programs are listed below. For more information, contact a local UW Extension office.
Crook County
Feb. 18, 8 a.m.-noon
Crook County Courthouse basement
309 Cleveland St, Sundance
Contact: Sara Fleenor, (307) 283-1192, sfleenor@uwyo.edu
RSVP requested
Feb. 27, 1-5 p.m.
Crook County Courthouse basement
309 Cleveland St, Sundance
Contact: Sara Fleenor, (307) 283-1192, sfleenor@uwyo.edu
RSVP requested
March 4, 1-5 p.m.
Greater Hulett Community Center conference room
401 Sager Ave, Hulett
Contact: Sara Fleenor, (307) 283-1192, sfleenor@uwyo.edu
RSVP requested
Goshen County
Feb. 4, 1-5 p.m.
Platte Valley Bank
2201 Main St, Torrington
Contact: Goshen County Extension Office, (307) 532-2436, goshen.county@uwyo.edu
RSVP requested
Feb. 27, 8 a.m.-noon
Platte Valley Bank
2201 Main St, Torrington
Contact: Goshen County Extension Office, (307) 532-2436, goshen.county@uwyo.edu
RSVP requested
Johnson County
Jan. 31, 1-5 p.m.
Kaycee Branch Library
231 Ritter Ave, Kaycee
Contact: Micah Most, (307) 684-7522, mmost@uwyo.edu
RSVP requested
Feb. 6, 1-5 p.m.
Fairgrounds Community Building
18 Fairgrounds Road Buffalo
Contact: Micah Most, (307) 684-7522, mmost@uwyo.edu
RSVP requested
Laramie County
Feb. 11, 8 a.m.-noon
Laramie County Fairgrounds
3801 Archer Pkwy, Cheyenne
Contact: Hannah Mills, (307) 633-4383, hmorneau2@uwyo.edu
RSVP requested
Feb. 11, 1-5 p.m.
Laramie County Fairgrounds
3801 Archer Pkwy, Cheyenne
Contact: Hannah Mills, (307) 633-4383, hmorneau2@uwyo.edu
RSVP requested
Niobrara County
Jan. 28, 8 a.m.-noon
Niobrara County Fairgrounds
4080 West Hwy 20, Lusk
Contact: Niobrara County Extension Office, (307) 334-3534, kelliec@uwyo.edu
RSVP requested
Jan. 28, 1-5 p.m.
Niobrara County Fairgrounds
4080 West Hwy 20, Lusk
Contact: Niobrara County Extension Office, (307) 334-3534, kelliec@uwyo.edu
RSVP requested
Park County
Feb. 18, Noon-4 p.m.
Park County Library
1500 Heart Mountain St., Cody
Contact: Makayla Getz, (307) 754-8837, mgetz@uwyo.edu
March 19, 1-5 p.m.
Park County Fairgrounds, Heart Mountain Hall
655 E. 5th St., Powell
Contact: Makayla Getz, (307) 754-8837, mgetz@uwyo.edu
Platte County
Feb. 13, 8a.m.-noon
Platte County Agri-Plex
59 Antelope Gap Rd, Wheatland
Contact: Platte County Extension Office, (307) 322-3667, platteco@uwyo.edu
RSVP requested
Sheridan County
Feb. 11, 1-5 p.m.
Watt Agricultural Center
1090 Dome Loop, Sheridan
Contact: Micah Most, (307) 684-7522, mmost@uwyo.edu
RSVP requested
Weston County
Feb. 19, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Weston County Fairgrounds
24 Fairgrounds Road, Newcastle
Contact: Sara Fleenor, (307) 283-1192, sfleenor@uwyo.edu
RSVP requested
About the University of Wyoming Extension
The University of Wyoming Extension serves Wyoming communities by helping residents apply university research and resources to practical problems. Since 1914, UW Extension has provided educational programs and tools to the state’s 23 counties and the Wind River Indian Reservation. From 4-H programming and pesticide safety education to food preservation and nutrition courses, Extension upholds the university’s land-grant mission by offering learning opportunities for people of all ages. UW Extension staff help Wyoming residents boost agricultural production, care for lawns and gardens, cultivate future leaders, support individual and community well-being, and develop thriving businesses. To learn more, visit www.uwyo.edu/uwe or call (307) 766-5124.