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WE MOVED!!
Extension – Barron County has moved locations!
Our new location and address is 1800 College Dr. Rice Lake, WI 54868
We are located inside the UWEC – Barron County Library.
Programs
Agriculture
If it happens on a farm or in a field, the Extension Institute of Agriculture works with you to achieve better results
4-H
Preparing youth for successful futures by engaging in fun, hands-on 4-H activities
Supporting Families & Finances
Supporting families in caring for each other in ways that promote growth and understanding
Horticulture
Covering everything from soil to trees, water quality to plant health, and every insect in between.
FoodWIse
Providing nutrition education to advance healthy eating habits and active lifestyles for families with limited incomes.
Community Garden
enhance the well-being and beauty of the community by assisting people in growing and consuming fresh produce
News and Events
Key Award Applications – due 6/15
The Wisconsin 4-H Key Award Program is one of the highest recognitions a 4-H member can receive. This award recognizes a select group of 4-H participants who have demonstrated consistent growth in their 4-H involvement, developed and applied their leadership skills, and actively participated in the functions of their 4-H club and community. To be […]
2024 WI 4-H Area Animal Science Day!
Registrations are open for the 2024 WI 4-H Area Animal Science Day! We hope your team is going to join us for a day of competition, learning, and fun! For more information about the event and registering, visit: https://4h.extension.wisc.edu/opportunities/statewide-events-and-opportunities/area-animal-science-days/ __________________________________________________ 2024 Area Animal Science Days Sites and Offerings June 18, 2024, Shawano County Location: Shawano […]
2024 Sheep Clinic
2024 Sheep Clinic – Thursday, June 6 at 6PM, Barron County Fair Grounds (Show Ring and Sheep Barn) Register by June 1 at https://go.wisc.edu/9e5db6 Learn tips and tricks for successfully getting your lamb fair ready! This is also a great way for anyone interested in knowing more about showing sheep to come and learn and […]
Barron County 4-H Scholarships – Deadline 6/1
Reminder – Barron County 4-H Scholarship Opportunities Deadline – June 1 Reminder: 12th Grade youth have the opportunity to join 4-H for one more year if they choose. If you do this you would apply for the scholarship NEXT year. If this is your last year in 4-H, you would apply THIS year. This applies […]
Sheep Clinic – June 6
2024 Sheep ClinicThursday, June 6 at 6PMBarron County Fair Grounds (Show Ring and Sheep Barn Register by June 1 at https://go.wisc.edu/9e5db6 Learn tips and tricks for successfully getting your lamb fair ready!
Rabbit Project Meeting
Rabbit Project MeetingSaturday, June 19AM-10:30AM Barron County Fair GroundsLearn about: Rabbit’s breed, health, clipping nails, checking teeth, tattooing, and showmanship**Rabbits are welcome 1st year members strongly encouraged to attend. Reminder: ALL RABBITS MUST BE TATTOOED PRIOR TO THE FAIR, you can have your rabbit tattooed at this meeting. Questions-contact Chris Broten 715-837-1840 or 715-642-0661.
Passport to Summer Olympics
Barron, Burnett, Rusk, Sawyer, Washburn County Youth Summer 2024 Participate in fun activities all summer long with Barron, Burnett, Rusk, Sawyer, and Washburn County 4-H! Pick up a Passport to the Summer Olympics at your local 4-H office starting June 1; be sure to join us at any of the events below to get a […]
Barron County 4-H Popup Shop Now Open
Our popup show is now open. We have new designs, colors, and clothing options available. The shop is open through May 22 Shop link- https://go.wisc.edu/u94977 See below for designs
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Our Office
Dear Extension visitors, We appreciate your interest in our programming. Currently, we are able to serve you by appointment only. Due to county budget cuts to the Extension support staff position, our office’s ability to be open to serve you has been impacted. If you’d like to engage with our staff on agriculture, 4-H, FoodWIse, and family programming, please contact the educators directly available at barron.extension.wisc.edu and make arrangements in advance.
Extension Barron County
1800 College Dr.
Rice Lake, WI 54868
Phone: 715-788-6240
711 for Wisconsin Relay
Hours: M-F 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Educators are not always in the office, so please be sure to call and schedule an appointment ahead of time.
The office is closed on all major holidays.
