Small Animal Committee Meeting

Barron County 4-H Small Animal Project parents and volunteers are invited to join us for a progress and update meeting. As we move through the season, this meeting will focus on sharing current updates, reviewing what has already been accomplished, confirming details, and clarifying next steps. Our goal is to make sure everyone feels informed, […]

March Project Discovery Days registration

Project Discovery Days – March Saturday, March 14  9AM-Noon UW-EC Barron County | Ritzinger Hall 1800 College Drive | Rice Lake WI 54868 Enter at Commons (Main Building) Register by March 6, 2026 Wooden Basket – All Ages (K-5th grade should have adult help) Cost: $15 Instructor: Jerry and Melanie Donath 16″ long, 10″ wide, […]

Kick Off Meeting & Hoards Dairyman Contest Practice

Interested in Dairy Judging or already part of the team? Join us for our Kick Off Meeting and Hoards Dairyman Contest Practice as we get the season started. Date: March 15Time: 7:00 PMLocation: Room 110, Barron County Government Center (335 E Monroe Ave, Barron) Pizza and drinks will be provided. All Junior and Senior members, […]

Badger Dairy Camp

The Department of Animal and Dairy Sciences and the Dairy Innovation Hub are hosting Badger Dairy Camp on the UW-Madison campus from Thursday, July 9th, through Sunday, July 12th. Campers will stay and dine at the Dejope Residence Hall to experience the full student experience (double occupancy; roommate requests available). The tentative schedule includes hands-on […]

4-H Leathercraft Project

For full project information, visit: https://barron.extension.wisc.edu/4h/leathercraft/ Registration and ordering Link (see below for details before registering): https://uwmadison.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8HYIVGN5egfojFI Interested in trying or registering for Leathercraft? Project Dates: February 28, March 21, March 28, April 18 at the Barron County Government Center (room 110) – 335 E Monroe Ave, Barron WI  You do not have to make […]

February Project Discovery Days – Registration open

Register here: https://26ddfeb.4honline.com February 14 from 9AM to Noon at the UW EC-Barron County Campus – Ritzinger Hall (1800 College Drive, Rice Lake WI) Sessions/Supplies: Hanger Shelf ($10):A creative way to hang your jeans, or anything you want! Build a shelf with many hooks. Supplies needed: phillips screw driver/drill, drills, sanders, and a hammer Puzzle Piece […]

4-H Wildlife & Forestry Art Contest

Wisconsin 4-H youth are invited to participate in the 2026 Wildlife & Forestry Art Contest, held March 27–28 in West Bend, WI. This statewide contest gives youth the opportunity to showcase their creativity and learning through wildlife- and forestry-themed art projects. Youth may enter up to six items across a variety of categories, including drawing, […]

4-H Camp Volunteer and Counselor Applications Now Open

Barron and Polk County 4-H are excited to open applications for 2026 4-H Camp, taking place June 30–July 2 at Camp Kiwanis. We are currently seeking both adult volunteers and teen counselors to help make camp a safe, fun, and meaningful experience for youth. Adult Volunteer Applications Outpost and Base Camp Roles Adult volunteers play […]

Wildlife & Woods Virtual Classes

2026 Wildlife & Woods Virtual Sessions Wildlife and Woods is Wisconsin 4-H’s statewide natural sciences, wildlife, and forestry monthly, virtual event. Outdoor enthusiasts connect with other 4-H youth of all ages from around the state. Together, we explore the natural world with a special focus on wildlife, wildlife habitats, and trees. Participants learn about wild […]