Important update: The congressional budget reconciliation bill signed into law on July 4, 2025 ends federal SNAP-Ed funding effective September 30, 2025. For more than 30 years, UW–Madison Extension has provided local nutrition education across Wisconsin through the federal SNAP-Ed grant program. Working with schools, food pantries, farmers markets, and community centers, FoodWIse has taught practical, evidence-based skills in […]
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 […]
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.
Robotics Day is BACK! Students in grades 5–8 from Chippewa, Dunn, and Eau Claire counties are invited to UW–Stout for a hands-on robotics adventure! Participants will tour the Fab Lab, build and program robots, and compete in exciting challenges—all while exploring mechanical engineering and computer science. When: December 6, 9:45am-2pm Location: UW–Stout Vocational Rehabilitation Building […]
In the 4-H Discovery Kit Distance Learning Program, youth in grades 5K–2 will explore what it means to be part of 4-H through fun, hands-on activities built around Head, Heart, Hands, and Health! Each session introduces a new topic from building rockets to baking mug cakes, while helping youth learn project and life skills. Kits […]
Join us for the American Spirit experience which is a 10-day bus journey exploring the East Coast and Canada, designed for youth in grades 8-10. You’ll visit iconic places like New York City, Boston, and Niagara Falls, dive into rich history and culture, develop leadership and career-readiness skills, and form lasting friendships from across the […]
Register for the Cultural Baking Series held at 6:30 PM on Dec 4, 11, & 18 via Zoom. We will learn new baking techniques, try new-to-us ingredients, and explore our cultural connection to food. This series is recommended for those in 4th grade and up. Families will receive a recipe book and ingredient list by […]
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 7 and up. This year’s theme, “The Game of Life,” will guide participants through engaging, hands-on sessions […]
Calling all Wisconsin farmers, agronomists, & students! Join us Dec 2–4 for the Badger Crops & Soils Update—regional in-person sessions in Eau Claire, Monroe & Appleton, plus a virtual option. Get the latest agronomy research, CCA credits, and on-farm solutions. Early-bird registration ends Nov 10. Sign up today! go.wisc.edu/BCU2025
Camp Counselor Applications Are Now Open! Are you in 8th grade or above and ready to lead? We’re looking for enthusiastic, responsible, and dedicated individuals who love working with youth and want to help create an unforgettable camp experience. Important Dates: All Counselors: Reminder for Selected Camp Counselors: As a camp counselor, you are expected […]
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 […]
· Apples are a member of the rose family of plants, along with pears, peaches, plums and cherries. · The science of apple growing is called pomology. · Apples come in all shades of red, green and yellow. · Most apples are still picked by hand. · It takes about 36 apples to create one […]
· The name pumpkin comes from the Greek word ‘pepon’, meaning ‘large melon’. · Scientifically speaking, pumpkins are fruits (they contain seeds) but when it comes to cooking, they are often referred to as vegetables. · Giant pumpkins can be grown for competitions, with some weighing over 1000 pounds! · Pumpkin plants feature both male […]
