University of Wisconsin-Madison
Dear Barron County 4-H, members, families and volunteers, I’m excited to share that I have recently transitioned from my role as the Barron County 4-H Program Associate to become your new Barron County Associate 4-H Program Educator. I’m grateful for the opportunity to work alongside Barron County 4-H Program Educator Sara Waldron in a new […]
More information about each of the competitions, rules, and more can be found in chapter 5, Education Days of the 4-H Horse Handbook. Contest Snapshot WI 4-H Horse Education Days, Sponsored by the WI 4-H Horse Association Dates: May 2 – 3, 2026 Location: STEM Innovation Center – UW Green Bay Campus, 2019 Technology Way, […]
Planning AHEAD is a comprehensive end-of-life planning program for all ages developed by UW–Madison Division of Extension faculty and staff. The series includes 7 one-hour sessions that are grounded in research to lead participants in understanding how to prepare for the end-of-life for themselves or a loved one, and why it’s important to have a […]
WeCOPE is a skills‑based program designed to help adults manage stress by building and strengthening positive emotions. Research shows that when people intentionally practice positivity, they often experience improved well‑being, reduced stress, and even make healthier everyday choices. This program is grounded in the work of Dr. Judith Moskowitz, whose studies demonstrate that positive emotions […]
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, […]
Sunday, February 22 at 5PM at the Barron County Government Center (335 E Monroe Ave, Barron, WI) This is an important meeting to attend Don’t forget to check out the Barron County 4-H Horse project website where you will find all of the information you need (current forms and the links below will be posted […]
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 […]
UW–Madison Division of Extension is excited to welcome Tawonga Zakeyu, our new Regional Diversified Vegetables and Emerging Crops Educator, who began her role in January 2026. Tawonga will serve Barron, Burnett, Sawyer, and Washburn counties, working closely with small and mid-scale mixed vegetable farms and producers of emerging crops. In this role, Tawonga will support […]
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 […]
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 […]
