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.
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
4-H Horse Project updates/Reminders
Reminder for all members, leaders, and parents, make sure you are re-enrolled for the 2024-2025 4H year. https://barron.extension.wisc.edu/2024/09/03/4-h-enrollment-is-open/ Congratulations to all members that participated at State Events, our county was well represented with our Drill Team, Gymkhana State, and Horse Expo State. Just a quick reminder of upcoming horse events: Barron County 4H Horse Banquet ( Ridgeland Community […]
4-H Reminders 9/27
Explore all of the Shooting Sports Disciplines that 4-H will offer in 2024-2025 by participating in the Barron County Outdoor Family Field Day (Saturday 9/28 from 10-3) — PLEASE Register in Advance. Location: 170 24th St, Rice Lake WI 54868 How to Register for the 2024 Outdoor Family Field Day (Non 4-H Event) Register on […]
4-H Open House (Registration coming soon)
Save the Date 4-H Open House Hands-On Projects, Fun for Everyone Saturday, November 9 9AM-Noon UW EC Barron County Campus 1800 College Drive, Rice Lake WI 54868
4-H 101 – October 13-Registration
Learn about 4-H and ask any questions Sunday, October 13 at 6:30 PM via Zoom (Pre-Registration required) Registration here: https://uwmadison.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEucuirrjkrHNcYQ3enptRQMFA10OyPqIAl
Service Project-Sewing Placemats
Help us finish 300 placemats! Pick up tops to help us complete the mat. Questions, contact Sara at 715-788-6219.
4-H Enrollment is Open!
4-H Enrollment is open for 2024-2025! Check out the 4-H Family Guide for information Here. New this year, Barron County 4-H is giving youth the opportunity to enroll in single project 4-H clubs. Youth in the 4-H Dog Project and 4-H Shooting Sports can participate in 4-H as members in a single project in these […]
Kids & Cows – October 12
Check out this local (non 4-H, but great for 4-H members) opportunity–great for anyone in the beef project or interested in the beef project. Kids & Cows Family Day is an educational event for all ages and experience levels. There will be educational seminars in the morning followed by Ag Olympics and a fitting contest […]
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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.
