Extension Buffalo County Programs

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Welcome Grace Finnerty

Buffalo County Welcomes New Regional Crops Educator Grace Finnerty joined the UW–Madison Division of Extension on June 8, 2026, as the Regional Crops Educator serving Buffalo, Trempealeau, and Jackson counties. She holds a degree in Plant and Soil Science from the University of Minnesota–Twin Cities In her role, Grace will serve producers in Trempealeau, Buffalo, […]

Art in the Park! Register Today!

Art in the Park! 2026 Join us for a fun and creative morning outdoors at Art in the Park! Youth will explore artistic expression while enjoying the fresh air and making new friends. 📅 Date: July 8, 2026🕗 Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM📍 Location: Riecks Park, Alma, WI Program Details This event is a […]

Lakefront Explorers – Youth Summer Adventure!

Get ready for an exciting afternoon on the water! Join us for Lakefront Explorers, a hands-on outdoor experience where youth will explore the beauty of Lake Winona through kayaking, paddleboarding, and other fun lakefront activities. This program is open to all youth and is a great opportunity to build confidence, learn new skills, and enjoy […]

Register Today! Buffalo County 4-H: STEAM ADVENTURE DAYS 2026

Hands‑On Summer Fun for Youth! Join Buffalo County 4‑H for STEAM Adventure Days, an exciting outdoor, drop‑off program designed to spark curiosity and creativity through Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM). Youth will participate in hands‑on, interactive breakout sessions while exploring, creating, and learning alongside peers. This program is open to all youth and […]

Wisconsin State Fair Opportunities – Get Involved!

Looking for a fun and meaningful way to be part of the Wisconsin State Fair? Check out these exciting opportunities for youth, volunteers, and agriculture groups! 🚜 Paid Agriculture Staff Positions The Wisconsin State Fair is hiring agriculture staff for the 2026 fair! Details: Responsibilities include: 📩 Interested?Email: Nicole.Drager@wistatefair.com📞 Phone: 414-588-0142 🐄 Volunteer Group Opportunity […]

STEAM Adventure Days – Day One Highlights (June 26)

Our first STEAM Adventure Day on June 26 was a fantastic success! Young people spent the day exploring hands-on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) activities guided by supportive adult leaders. Participants had the opportunity to learn new skills, spark their creativity, and build confidence through interactive experiences. In addition to STEAM exploration, youth […]

Buffalo County Extension at the Buffalo County Dairy Breakfast

Buffalo County Extension was proud to participate in the Buffalo County Dairy Breakfast on Saturday, June 20th. The event provided a wonderful opportunity to connect with community members and share the many programs and resources Extension has to offer. Guests were encouraged to stop by our booth and take part in the “Old MacDonald’s Matching […]


Extension Buffalo County
407 S. Second Street, Room 1210
Alma, WI 54610-0276

Phone: 608-685-6256

Hours: M-T: 8-4, F: 8-12

The office is closed on all major holidays and the day after Thanksgiving