Extension Washburn County
How can we help?
Natural Resources
Educators provide support to members of local communities so that they can make informed decisions that protect our environment such as those impacting water quality, land conservation, sustainability, and more.
Agriculture
Established in 1909, University of Wisconsin-Madison’s first agricultural research station.
The Spooner Agricultural Research Station is the northernmost station and specializes in Agronomy and Horticulture crop production research.
4-H
Since 4-H started in the early 1900s, youth have learned by doing.
Through a variety of educational experiences, youth have the opportunity to become leaders, make decisions, and learn how to make their voices heard.
FoodWIse
FoodWIse advances healthy eating habits, active lifestyles and healthy community environments for families with limited incomes through nutrition education at the individual, community and systems levels.
Community Youth
Community Youth Development Intentionally connects young people with community based organizations, including schools, colleges, universities, local government and nonprofits.
Health and Well-Being
Health & Well-Being catalyzes positive change in Wisconsin communities to promote health and well-being. Our programs are focused on food and nutrition security, chronic disease prevention, mental health promotion, substance use prevention, and access to health care.
What’s Happening at Extension Washburn Co!
Walk with FoodWIse
Walk with FoodWIse will be starting Jun 10th – July 17th on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. It will be held at the Shell Lake High School Track. It will include lessons on how to eat well, prepare delicious foods, and be active on a budget. Please register with the QR code on the flyer below.
Walk with FoodWIse Flyer. Any questions please contact Lori Adrihan, FoodWIse Nutrition Educator at lori.adrihan@wisc.edu or call 715-635-4444.
Tri-County Dairy Promoters Dairy Poster Contest
The Tri-County Dairy Promoters are again sponsoring a Dairy Poster Contest to promote the Tri County Dairy Breakfast on June 14th from 6:30-10:30AM at the Washburn County Fairgrounds. The poster must be submitted to the Washburn County Extension Office (304 2nd Street, Shell Lake, WI 54871) by June 2nd to be entered into the contest. Contest rules are as follows:
Cloverbud Day Camp
Open to ALL youth who have completed K-2nd Grade! 4-H and community youth welcome. Event will be held Tuesday, August 19th from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the Hunt Hill Nature Center, N2384 Hunt Hill Rd., Sarona, WI. Cost is $20 per person. Scholarships are available if needed. Registration opens June 15th. http://wi.4honline.com
4-H Outpost Camp 2025
Calling all 12-19 year olds! 4-H Outpost Camp will be held at Luther Park Camping and Retreat Center in Danbury, WI on July 15-17, 2025. Activities will include camping in treehouses, outdoor cooking over campfires, canoeing, swimming and outdoor fun and games. Cost is $110 per youth. Camperships are available. Registration deadline is June 16. Register at: https://go.wisc.edu/7j586f or use the QR code on the attached flyer.
Ask Your Gardening Questions
🌱 Get ready for the gardening season!Join the Extension Horticulture Program online for Ask Your Gardening Question: LIVE, a free web series where you can connect directly with plant health experts from UW. The next session is scheduled for April 21 from 1:30-2:30 p.m. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just getting started, don’t miss out!
IT’S ALL FUN & GAMES
Washburn-Burnett-Douglas County 4-H Summer Camp 2025 will be held July 7-9th, 2025 at Luther Park Camp, 30376 Lakes Dr., Danbury, WI. Open to all youth ages 8-11. Cost is $140 and $70 camperships are available. If you enroll at 4-H online to become a member by April 7th you are eligible for a $70 campership fee per the Washburn County 4-H Funding Policy. Camp registration deadline is June 9th.
For questions contact Beth Rank at 608-347-6994 or at beth.rank@wisc.edu for any questions!
Wisconsin 4-H Summer Academy
Start your Child’s Learning Journey. Open to youth grades 8-11. $600 per youth.
June 16-19, 2025
Register through 4Honline, registration opens March 17th.
For more info: https://go.wisc.edu/4hsummeracademy
FREE Virtual StrongBodies Class
Join us for the StrongBodies Program!
Dates: April 1 – June 25, 2025.
Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:00 – 10:20 a.m.
Register online: http://go.wisc.edu/gb1m1k
Our Office
Extension Washburn County
304 2nd St. Shell Lake, WI 54871
Phone: (715) 635-4444
Fax: (715) 257-4592
Hours:
Monday through Friday
8:00 AM- 4:30 PM
The office is closed all Major Holidays and the day after Thanksgiving.
