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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.
Thank You, 4‑H Volunteers! As Volunteer Appreciation Week comes to an end, Jordan and the entire Chippewa County 4‑H staff want to pause and say a heartfelt thank you to the incredible volunteers who help make our 4‑H program shine brighter every day. 4‑H would not be possible without the time, talent, and care of […]
4-H Foodie July 30, August 13, August 20 & August 27 at 4:30-6:00pmMarket on River (128 W River St Ste 103, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729) Join us for Summer 4-H Foodie, offered in collaboration with the Wisconsin Farmers Union and River Street Kitchen, for a hands-on kitchen experience led by professional chef Michelle Thiede. Participants […]
Hollyhocks are a classic flower. While they aren’t as common in gardens today, they can often still be found growing alongside older homes and on established farmsteads throughout the Midwest.In recent years, though, there has been a renewed interest in growing hollyhocks, which makes me happy – I’ve long been a fan. As a child, […]
Chippewa County 4-H is embarking on an exciting new adventure! Youth in grades 5–8 (as of October 2025) are invited to travel with us to eastern Wisconsin, exploring destinations in Green Bay, Door County, and beyond. This hands-on travel experience gives youth the opportunity to DISCOVER Wisconsin’s history, culture, and unique places while learning and […]
Save the Date! We’re popping up in parks around the community with our friends at the Chippewa Falls Public Library. Hope to see you there! Pop-Up in the Parks Schedule:6/11 – LC Stanley Park (Terril & Dwight St.)6/18 – Alexander McBean (Marshall St. & Grand Ave.)7/13 – Ball & Knight (Loffler Court – West Hill)7/20 […]
Calling all early childhood professionals! Want to: Earn 5 continuing education hours in person? Build your skills with proven techniques to help children regulate their emotions? Make connections in your community and region? On Saturday, May 16, at the Chippewa Valley Technical College Energy Education Center in Eau Claire, you can learn and connect with […]
We are excited to announce that 2026 Summer Camp Registration is now open for Chippewa County 4‑H youth and families. 4‑H Overnight Base Camp June 22–25, 2026 • WFU Kamp Kenwood Campers may arrive beginning at 3:45 PM on June 22. The program concludes by 4:00 PM on June 25. This year’s theme, “Adventure Awaits,” […]
💧 Protecting Our Water Starts with Local Knowledge 💧 The Chippewa Valley Healthy Water Summit is a one-day event dedicated to strengthening water quality across our communities through education, research, and practical solutions. Participants will hear from UW–Madison experts, Extension educators, and local partners on current water challenges and strategies that make a difference locally. […]
🌾📈 Is Your Farm Ready for What’s Next? 📈🌾 Markets shift, input costs fluctuate, and big-picture decisions don’t wait. Checking Your Farm Pulse in Today’s Markets is designed to help farm families and agricultural professionals navigate those choices with confidence. Join us for practical conversations around business planning, enterprise budgeting, and contracts—featuring insights from women […]
A traditional favorite, Easter lilies are often given as gifts or used in decorative displays during the weeks leading up to Easter. Throughout history their beautiful, white trumpet-shaped flowers have been a symbol of joy, hope and life. As spring approaches, Easter lilies become widely available. Growers carefully time their blooms to coincide with Easter. […]
Add some leafy greens to your garden this spring Growing up, my mom always told me to eat my greens because they were good for me. She actually said that about a lot of vegetables if she saw them just sitting on my plate. An avid gardener, mom always had various leaf lettuces, spinach and […]
💜 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 […]
