Need your pressure canner tested for the upcoming food preservation season? Pressure Canner testing is available Monday through Thursday during office hours. Please call ahead to schedule a time. There is no charge to have your canner tested. If you have any questions, please contact our office at 715-726-7950.
đź’ś Planning AHEAD: A 3-Session Course on End-of-Life Planning Have you thought about putting your plans in place to make things easier for your loved ones? Planning AHEAD is designed to guide you through important end-of-life decisions in a supportive and practical way. This free, three-session course will cover topics including:✔️ Getting Started✔️ Handling Financial […]
🌱 What will you learn at the Healthy Water Summit? The summit will cover a wide range of topics impacting our local water resources, including:• PFAS and other emerging contaminants• Groundwater, aquifers, and soil health• Nutrient and nitrogen management• Water conservation at home and on the landscape• Protecting water quality through community and student involvement […]
Summer Academy is the Positive Youth Development Institute’s signature career, leadership, & college readiness conference hosted at UW-Madison. The event focuses on preparing young people (grades 8-11) for higher education in a way that complements formal education prep programs. Summer Academy offers an immersive college experience; participants will experience life in a residence hall, explore […]
Checking Your Farm Pulse in Today’s Markets Decision making in agriculture often blends business, family, and long-term planning. Checking Your Farm Pulse in Today’s Markets offers a forum to explore these choices through practical discussion of business planning, enterprise budgeting, and contracts. This event highlights perspectives from women in agribusiness, while welcoming all who support […]
Registration is OPEN! Be part of Wisconsin’s 3rd Annual Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities Conference, where inspiration turns into action. May 13–15, 2026 Green Lake, WI Sign up now: go.wisc.edu/cec
đź’§ Chippewa Valley Healthy Water Summit đź’§ Join us for a full-day educational event focused on protecting and improving water quality in our region. The Chippewa Valley Healthy Water Summit brings together researchers, Extension educators, and local professionals to share practical, science-based information you can use at home, on the farm, and in your community. […]
The week of February 23rd is National Invasive Species Awareness Week. This past gardening season, I had several questions about two invasive critters that plagued gardeners: 1. Jumping Worms – Jumping worms are invasive earthworms first confirmed in Wisconsin in 2013. They feed on organic matter, such as leaf litter and mulch, and within the […]
As we move forward into a new planting season, there are several steps gardeners can take to make their gardens more sustainable. The definition of sustainable landscaping can vary but generally speaking, it means to use resources in a way that will meet our needs today while preserving environmental health and resources for future generations. […]
Chippewa County 4‑H is partnering with emBARK in Eau Claire for a special session on February 14 from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Participants will explore dog safety, canine body language, and respectful ways to interact with pets. The workshop will be led by Heather Mishefske, behavior consultant and dog trainer. This program is open to […]
Registration for the Tri-County Performing Arts Festival is now open! The festival will take place on March 7, 2026, at Elk Mound High School. We welcome entries in drama, music, and movement.For more details and to register, visit the Performing Arts Festival Dashboard at go.wisc.edu/a6performarts or scan the QR Code
It is estimated that about 66% of all households in the United States decorate their homes with at least one houseplant. This is not surprising since houseplants add beauty and interest to our indoor space as well as provide a boost of green cheer through the long winter months. When it comes to the winter […]
