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Connecting Chippewa: Creating Belonging Through Community

Sunday, April 6th, 2025 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Heyde Center Join us for an inspiring afternoon at the Heyde Center! We’ll be hosting a film screening, followed by a conversation and civic fair focused on the importance of volunteering within our community. It’s a fantastic opportunity to connect, learn, and make a difference. We […]

Join the Learn & Earn Program!

If you needed $50 for an emergency, what would you do?  Would $50 help?   Complete the Learn & Earn Program and earn a $50 savings account voucher from Royal Credit Union.  The three parts to this program are:  Start NOW Click below to register!  *This program is a partnership between Workforce Resources INC, Royal […]

Pressure Canner Testing

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.

Bloomer Area Community Garden – Application is now Open!

Plots are assigned on a first come first serve basis. Mayo Clinic Health System β€” Chippewa Valley in Bloomer and Extension Chippewa County offer community garden plots along Duncan Road in Bloomer. Plots are available for individuals, households, or organizations. There is no fee, water is available, but an application is required. Please read and […]

Chippewa Falls Community Garden – Application Open!

Now accepting applications for garden plots! Plots are assigned on a first come first serve basis. Garden plots are 12β€² x 24β€². Rental fee per plot is $20.00/city resident or $30.00/nonresident and is non-refundable. Questions can be directed to Extension Chippewa County at 715-726-7957.

Getting Started with Stewardship

Join this three-part webinar series to learn more about land stewardship and meet with conservation professionals. Please register here, https://woodlandinfo.org/events/getting-started-with-stewardship-2025/. Questions? Contact Olivia at Olivia.kovacs@wisc.edu or by calling, 608-509-3012.

Growing Food to Share

Growing Food to Share March 26, 2025 3:00 PM Chippewa Falls Public Library Free! Don’t miss this discussion of tips & guidance on how to safely handle fresh produce in the garden for donation. Donating your fresh produce is a great way to help offset food insecurity in our communities.

Container Gardening with Fruit

Container Gardening with Fruit  April 9th, 2025 3:00 PMChippewa Falls Public LibraryFree! Learn more about the best varieties of berries, melons and citrus that can grow in a pot on your patio or deck!

Summer Garden Woes

April 23rd, 20253pmFREEChippewa Falls Public Library Come learn about the most common garden pests, diseases and disorders you may encounter in your garden.

πŸ“’2025 Beef & Dairy Forage Seminar πŸ“’

πŸ“… Date: Friday, March 21, 2025πŸ“ Location: The Back 40 Dining and Cocktails, Chippewa Falls, WIπŸ•’ Time: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PMβ€‹βœοΈPlease register here: https://go.wisc.edu/771c01 Questions? Contact the Chippewa County Extension Office at 715-726-7950.

Join Us at the 2025 Hops Conference!

Join Us at the 2025 Hops Conference! Date: March 1, 2025 Location: Hop & Barrel Brewing Company, Hudson, WI Time: 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM (Registration starts at 10:00 AM) Cost: $50 early registration (before Feb 21), $60 late registration (on or after Feb 21) – Cash or Check Only Don’t miss out on key […]

Wise Wisconsin – Virtual Learning Series

Join Us on Wednesdays at 9am from February 5th – March 12th! This free series will have sessions on the following topics: To register, go to: https://go.wisc.edu/85171v Contact Sara Richie, Life Span Program Coordinator Manager at sara.richie@wisc.edu with any questions.

Happy New Year!

May the New Year bring you peace, joy, and all the good things in life. Happy New Year! Friendly reminder that our office is closed today. Regular Office hours will resume on January 2, 2025, at 7:30 AM. Hours 1.1.25 – closed 1.2.25 – 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM 1.3.25 – 7:30 AM – 11:30 […]

Reflecting on 2024 – Thank You!

As we reflect on this past year, our office extends heartfelt thanks to all of you for your continued support and partnership. Your trust and collaboration have been invaluable to us. Thank you from Extension Chippewa County Holiday Hours 12.30.24 – by appointment only 12.31.24 – closed 1.1.25 – closed 1.2.25 – 7:30 AM – […]

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