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.
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
Join Us for the 2026 Tri-County Speaking & Demonstration The Tri-County Speaking and Demonstration Contest is a fantastic opportunity for 4-H youth to develop life skills, share their passions, and boost their confidence! 📅 Date: Saturday, January 31, 2026📍 Location: Elk Mound High School🕘 Schedule: This event is open to all 4-H members, including Cloverbuds! […]
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 […]
Source: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Extension (https://extension.illinois.edu/christmas-trees/christmas-tree-facts)
Winter Leadership Camp February 20-21, 2026 Location: Camp Nawakwa, 25336 County Hwy E, Cornell, WI 54732 Come explore leadership with us, February 20–21, 2026, at Camp Nawakwa for an exciting overnight leadership experience designed for youth in grades 6 and up. This year’s theme, “The Game of Life,” will guide participants through engaging, hands-on sessions […]
Hello Chippewa County 4-H Families! We’re thrilled to welcome Emma Bruder to the Chippewa County 4-H Positive Youth Development programming team! Emma is serving in the Wisconsin 4-H AmeriCorps role with Chippewa County through August 2026. In this role, they will focus on expanding our reach to new, more diverse audiences by building capacity within […]
🌾 Hidden Challenges on the Farm 🌾Join us for two free, 90-minute interactive workshops focused on key issues farmers face — Healthcare While Farming and Child Care While Farming. 📅 Friday, November 14, 2025🕤 Healthcare: 9:30 – 11:00 AM🕛 Childcare: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM 📍 Class locations available in: Learn how to budget healthcare […]
Get expert guidance on your farm’s future, wherever you are! Join UW-Madison Division of Extension Farm Management Specialists virtually for the “Cultivating Your Farm’s Future” workshop series. This series provides tools and resources for farmers to tackle their succession plans, exploring the three-step process: Where are you now? Where do you want to be? How […]
