MSU Extension

Ashley Freed is a Michigan State University Extension 4-H Program Coordinator in Luce County. She has worked in this capacity since December of 2021. 

In this role, Ashley provides leadership and management of local 4-H programs, volunteers, and youth participants in Luce County. She promotes and strengthens the Luce County 4-H program by developing programs and partnerships, promoting and evaluating 4-H programs, and recruiting and training volunteers. As the liaison from the state Michigan 4-H office she helps to ensure that statewide opportunities and information is available to local participants and their families. Ashley is a currently serving as a Level 2 Coordinator representative on the Michigan 4-H Shooting Sports Board, and holds the certifications of: Level 1 Archery Instructor, Level 1 Rifle Instructor, and Level 2 Coordinator. Ashley also hold a certification in Youth Mental Health First Aid, First Aid/CPR, Sports Concession, and is an instructor for Teen Mental Health First Aid. In addition, Ashley has served as both the Chair and Vice Chair of the UP Region of Michigan Association of Extension 4-H Youth Staff and is currently serving a three year term on the Executive Board, elected in 2026. Ashley is also a member of the National Association of Extension 4-H Youth Development Professionals. 

Prior to becoming the Luce County 4-H Program Coordinator, Ashley served 3 terms as the Luce County 4-H STEAM Corps AmeriCorps member. This has allowed her to continue expanding Luce County 4-H's capacity by being an AmeriCorps host site, acting in the role as Site Supervisor. Ashley is currently active on the 4-H HealthCorps AmeriCorps leadership team.