The Alma Area School plans to host a Tractor and Machinery Safety course for youth ages 12-15. The minimum age requirement for this class as set in WI Act 178 effective May 1998, is 12 years old (12 and 13-year-old youth can only drive on their parent’s farm). However, the course and literature are geared […]
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Tar Spot, Potato Leaf Hopper, Upcoming Field Days and More! From the desk of Steve Okonek, Regional Crops & Soils Educator for Buffalo, Trempealeau and Jackson Counties.
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Hilltop Climbers 4-H Club met on June 23 at Weiss Family Farms as a way to celebrate June Dairy Month. Families were able to view the cows being milked on the 50-cow carousel, a tour of the farm, and pet the baby calves. They also treated us with ice cream sandwiches. We appreciate the hospitality […]
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The Wisconsin 4-H Foundation is proud to announce this year’s scholarship recipients. This year was another extremely competitive year, with only the top 5% of all applicants receiving scholarships. Scholarships are awarded through company and individual endowed funds by supporters who share a passion for 4-H and the leadership and life skills it teaches. The […]
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Shaylah Rodriguez and Harlee Klink took on American Spirit! American Spirit is a learning opportunity, for 4-H members in grades 8-10, where young adults increase knowledge in America’s heritage, build awareness of the many steps taken to gain U.S. independence and freedom, and further develop skills in leadership and personal expression of values. They obtain […]
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On June 26th, 4-H Cloverbud Camp was hosted at the Buffalo City Park. The purpose of the event is to provide a camp experience for our youngest members while preparing them for outdoor opportunities at 4-H Camp Kinnissippewa with overnight experiences in future years. 4-H campers in grades K-2 completed a scavenger hunt, made Gelli […]
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High school students who are trained to as Buffalo/Pepin County Teen Court panel members ask questions of their peers with a violation with the intent to change behavior, repair relationships and restore young people’s image. Youth from Durand, Alma, and Cochrane-Fountain City school districts conducted a hearing at the Pepin County Government Center on July […]
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On July 22, 2024 the George family will be hosting a livestock clinic, that includes goats, sheep, beef and swine. If you are interested in attending please complete the google form below. Pre-registration is required. This event can count for one meat animal educational credit. https://forms.gle/3bTmAWrBKmy79MTF6
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On June 20th the annual Buffalo County 4-H Horse Project Gymkhana Clinic was hosted at the Double H Arena. 4-H members worked with Katie Heitman and Karen Scott to develop their horsemanship skills. A unique characteristic of this clinic is that members were able to create a list of abilities they wanted to improve on […]
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The Progressive Agriculture Safety Day®, which is recognized as the largest rural safety and health education program for children nationally, provides education, training, and resources to make rural life safer and healthier for all children and their communities. Sponsored by the Buffalo County Safey Day Committee and UW-Madison Division of Extension, in conjunction with the […]
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LOCATION CHANGE – practice nights are now being held at Harmonia Park in Waumandee due to flooding at Riecks Lake Park. Learn and practice dog obedience and agility Wednesday evenings with the Buffalo County 4-H Dog Project Leaders. This is an opportunity for individual instruction as well as group training. Project leaders will help prepare […]
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ATTENTION DAIRY EXHIBITORS: The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection(DATCP) is requiring Influenza A testing prior to movement of lactating dairy cattle to fairs or exhibitions effective beginning June 19, 2024. In order to move lactating dairy cattle to fairs or exhibitions within the state, producers must receive anegative test for Influenza A […]
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Camp Kinnissippewa was a blast! June 5th through the 7th 4-H members from Buffalo, Trempealeau, Jackson, and Pepin County had the opportunity to attend 4-H Camp Kinnissippewa. At camp, campers could practice their archery skills, make bubble painting and animal tracks, weave baskets and much more. They were also able to enhance their drama, team […]
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Please refer to our step-by-step instructions to register Fill out the health form below before attending Cloverbud Day!
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Hi! My name is Jaanika Rosenthal (yah-nah-kah). I am from Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. I am a senior at Winona State University with majors in Social Work and Spanish with an emphasis in child welfare. I am the oldest of three kids in my family and my parents are my biggest supporters. Fun fact about […]
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As a program of the University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension, the Buffalo County 4-H Camp provides a supportive and welcoming environment to all. Camp will provide you with the opportunity to meet and learn with 4-H members and friends from across Buffalo County. In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) […]
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Panel members from Alma and Mondovi schools led a restorative hearing as a part of Buffalo/Pepin County Teen Court this week. Youth help young people take accountability for their actions, repair relationships, and make things right after a violation occurs. Referrals for the program come from the judge, human services, law enforcement and the schools […]
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The Clover 4-H club met at the Alma American Legion to kick off their summer programming! Young people planted flowers for community service and created their own tie-dye projects.
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Cash Raffle Ticket Sale May 15, 2024 – July 15, 2024 Drawing Date: August 4, 2024 Top 3 seller prizes: 1st -$50 2nd – $30 3rd – $20
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