What can we help you with?
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.
Community Garden
Enhance the well-being and beauty of the community by assisting people in growing and consuming fresh produce
News and Events
4-H Cup Design
Here’s the chance to get your work put on a cup! Create a 1 color design for a limited edition to be featured at the Junior Leaders Shake Stand. How to enter: Sketch or digitally design a custom cup (should be related to 4-H and include the 4-H logo) Submit your design to 4h@co.barron.wi.us by […]
June 4-H pick-up softball games
New! Join us for 4-H softball games on Sundays – grades 3 and older (and in 4-H) More information: https://barron.extension.wisc.edu/4h/4hsoftball
Barron County Fair Information for 4-H Families
Thinking about showing at the Barron County Fair? See below for some helpful information for 4-H families, including how to register, important deadlines, entry fees, fair tags, judging, and who to contact with questions.
Fair Registration Deadline – June 20
🎡 Fair Information You can find helpful resources AND a link to the fairbook here: https://www.barroncountyfair.com/exhibitors 🙌 Volunteer Sign‑Ups Each family is asked to sign up for at least one shift in the Adult leaders stand, and any others they want. Thank you for helping make the fair a success. 🎟️ Adult Season Passes If […]
Horse Project 2026 Training Centers
Communication Plan – Training Centers If you haven’t signed up for the Band App yet, please do so–this is how you will know if training centers will be cancelled. If you cannot sign up for the app, please reach out to someone to have them let you know. An RSVP is appreciated for all of […]
Photography Workshop
Who: Youth grades 3 and older When: Thursday, June 9, 9AM-11AM Where: Barron County Fair Grounds – meet at the youth expo building Please register by June 6 at: https://go.wisc.edu/5kysv8 Come learn from presenter Idella Clark as she focuses on the fundamentals of equine photography. Through a slideshow and presentation, you will learn how to […]
Turtle Lake Inter County Fair – Dairy & Sheep Show
Save the Date for the Turtle Lake Inter County Fair Friday, July 10 Dairy & Sheep Show – Registration at 9AM, Show starts at 10AM Contact Kelly Hubert at 608-343-6339 or khubert@turtlelake.k12.wi.us for more information!
Welcome Charlotte Odden
Welcome Charlotte Odden, Barron County 4-H Summer Intern Hello, my name is Charlotte Odden, and I am the new Barron County 4-H Summer Intern. I am from Barronett, WI and will be a sophomore at South Dakota State University in the fall. I am majoring in Animal Science with a minor in Agricultural Business with […]
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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.