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!
Cloverbud Winter Fun Day
Explore winter outdoor education/fun and enjoy s’mores and hot chocolate. Open to Cloverbuds and their families in Barron, Burnett, Rusk, Sawyer and Washburn Counties. The date is Sunday February 2nd from 1-4 p.m. and will be held at Hunt Hill in Sarona, Wisconsin. Cost is Free! Register by January 15th at wi.4honline.com
Candy Carnival & Project Open House
Join us for lots of fun on Saturday, February 1st, 2025 from 11 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at the Spooner Agricultural Research Station, W6646 WI 70, Spooner, Wisconsin. For just $5, you get a carnival pass to play up to 20 fun games with CANDY prizes, visit free project make-and-take stations and enjoy carnival foods likes pizza, popcorn and lemonade. Plus, enter for a chance to win fabulous door prizes donated by the Cloverleaf 4-H Club. Let the carnival magic being!!
Washburn/Burnett Counties 4-H Project Day
Open to all youth 5-year-old Kindergarten and up (4-H membership not required) Saturday, January 11th 1:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m. at the Siren High School, 24022 4th Ave., Siren, WI 54872. Register before January 6th. 6 projects offered with descriptions on the flyer. Register at go.wisc.edu/se7b70.
Raising Wisconsin’s Children Online Conference 2025
Raising Wisconsin’s Children Online Conference 2025 JANUARY 28, 20258:15 AM – 4:30 PM, CST Free & Virtual on Zoom This free, online event is perfect for parents, teachers, and all those who care for Wisconsin’s children. Learn hands-on tips from leading experts for raising healthy, resilient kids. This year, we’re focusing on unlocking the power […]
ENROLLING AS A PARTICIPANT IN 4-H ONLINE FOR AN EVENT
Follow the step by step directions to enroll as a participant for an event. If you are not enrolled in 4-H here is a link to also help you thru the process. Enrollment instructions
Digging Deeper
Join UW-Madison Extension Horticulture for these FREE online programs. Learn how to grow garlic, get started with composting and soil testing. The webinars are free but you must register to attend.
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.
