MARYSVILLE, CA (MPG) - Tucked away in Marysville on G Street is Wide Awake Geek (WAG): a Coworking zone for “innovators, entrepreneurs, and makers.”  

 WAG is not new to the area but has done some amazing things over the last few years. In 2020, WAG and local partners, under the leadership of WAG owner Chuck Ferguson, designed, made, and distributed 2,000 clear face shields using their technology. These were used by first responders in the Yuba-Sutter area. In 2019 WAG partnered with the Butte County Fair in Gridley to make the Maker’s Experience, held during the Fair, successful.

 WAG offers offices, desks, and a podcast room for rent. Presentation space and makerspace for constructing projects are also available. Members can access hand, power and computerized tools in the WAG lab. The public is invited to learn how to use 3D printers, laser cutters, and CNC routers through a WAG membership. WAG provides workspace needs for students, small businesses, and entrepreneurs. Innovative classes, with an emphasis on technology for youth and adults, will begin again soon. WAG also participates as a 1- Million Cups community, providing support to local entrepreneurs with help developing their ideas and businesses. 

All of these services are accessed through memberships of varying types and costs.  Tours of WAG can be booked on-line at their website. WAG services, classes and labs are explained on this tour so comprehensive decisions can be made about becoming a member to access valuable tools and workspaces.  There are also 8-hour one-day passes that can be acquired for a fee. 

 For more information about this innovative business please visit Wide Awake Geek.com. or call (530) 870-8779.