2026 Wisconsin Distance Learning Programs Announced

The Wisconsin Distance Learning group is excited to announce THREE Distance Learning programs for 2026! Registration opens October 30 and ends November 16-Register early so you don’t miss out! Registration in 4-H Online is free. However, each program will have a $5/kit or curriculum fee, unless families choose to gather and purchase the materials on […]

Small Animal Project Meeting-Volunteers/Parents/Youth Leaders

Subject: 🐾 Small Animal Project Volunteer/Parent Meeting & Brainstorming Session We’re excited to start planning for another great year of 4-H small animal projects! To kick things off, we’ll be holding a Small Animal Project Meeting and Brainstorm Session to gather ideas, set goals, and explore opportunities for our youth participants. 📅 Date: November 10 […]

4-H Open House/Project Discovery Days

A Come and Go Event for 4-H Age Youth and their Families Saturday, November 8 | 9AM-Noon UW-EC Barron County | Ritzinger Hall 1800 College Drive | Rice Lake WI 54868 (watch for signs) Open to 4-H and non 4-H Youth/Families Advance Registration is preferred by November 1 – but walk-ins welcome Register here: http://go.wisc.edu/338us4 […]

Did You Know We Have a Project Curriculum Library?

The Barron County 4-H Office has a Project Curriculum Library filled with books and resources to help you learn new skills and find ideas for your next project. Visit the Office to see what is available! 📍 1800 College Dr, Rice Lake, WI 54868📞 715-788-6219📧 4h@co.barron.wi.us

Volunteers Needed: Be the Spark that Inspires a Youth

Do you have a skill you would love to share with young people? We are looking for volunteers to lead fun, hands-on sessions at our Open House/Sparks Day, Project Discovery Days, and throughout the year. Your time and talent can spark curiosity and confidence in kids across Barron County. Upcoming Opportunities Open House/Sparks DaySaturday, November […]

Wisconsin 4-H Statewide Service Project – National 4-H Week 2025

This October, Wisconsin 4-H Clubs are invited to come together and “pledge our hands to larger service” by taking part in the annual Statewide Service Project during National 4-H Week, October 5–11, 2025. We know the power of 4-H youth and volunteers working side by side in their communities. Whether it’s organizing a neighborhood cleanup, […]

4-H Virtual Classes (Register)

4-H offers virtual opportunities in October/November Learn more about 4-H throughout October and November through Taste of 4-H and an Explore 4-H Goosechase Open to all youth, need not be a 4-H member to join the fun! Some Supplies will be provided and can be picked up at your local Extension Office a list of […]

2026 Shooting Sports

It’s time to mark your calendars! Below are the dates for 2026 Shooting Sports practices and fair shoots. Archery – Rice Lake (4:00 – 8:00 PM) Trap – Almena (5:30 – 7:00 PM) Air .22 and Pistol – Almena (5:30 – 7:00 PM) Air/.22 Rifle – Brill (4:00 – 8:00 PM) We’re excited for another […]

Project Guide

Having a hard time selecting projects this year? Same Projects – New Names https://barron.extension.wisc.edu/files/2025/09/Barron-County-Condensed-Projects.pdf Dear 4-H Families You know what time of year it is — time to pick projects for the 2025-26 4-H membership year starting Oct. 1! This year, we’re excited to share four brand-new resources to make it easier for 4-H youth […]

4-H Enrollment is open

It’s time to enroll for the 2025-2026 4-H year! If you know what club you want to join and what projects you want to enroll in, you can enroll in 4-H through 4-H online at wi.4honline.com and complete the steps. If you’re not sure where to begin. Please complete the Barron County 4-H New Family Interest […]

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