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Extension Buffalo County Programs
4-H
4-H is a community of young people across America who are learning leadership, citizenship, and life skills!
Youth Development
Youth development helps young people become responsible adults by enhancing their education, health, social skills, and emotional well-being
Agriculture
If it happens on a farm or in a field, the Extension Institute of Agriculture works with you to achieve better results.
Family Relationships and Finances
Providing a source of research and quality information about families, relationships & finance.
Upcoming Events In Buffalo County
Latest News
Featured Update
POSTPONED! Buffalo County 4-H Leaders Meeting
Safety first, Buffalo County! Our 4‑H Leaders Association Meeting scheduled for March 15 has been postponed due to the winter storm. We’ll meet instead on March 22 at 6:00pm at the Buffalo County Courthouse. Thanks for your understanding—stay warm out there! Reach out to Bianca Mullen if you have any questions! Email: bianca.mullen@wisc.edu Phone: 608.418.3510
Featured Update
Buffalo County Presents: 4-H Nature Quest 2026 at Merrick State Park!
Buffalo County 4-H Presents 4-H Nature Quest 2026 Buffalo County 4-H is excited to host 4-H Nature Quest at Merrick State Park on June 10, 2026! This adventure-filled event brings together outdoor science, hands-on learning, and wildlife exploration along the beautiful Mississippi River. Youth will experience:• Shoreline fishing• Pollinator education and build‑your‑own butterfly houses• A […]
Clover 4-H Club Creativity for Wabasha Residents
Clover 4-H creativity at its best! 🍀 Clover 4-H Club members made cute rabbit decorations from recycled materials and will be donating them to the Wabasha Health Care Center. Such a simple way to share joy! 🐰💚
Hilltop Climbers 4‑H Club Packs February With Fun, Learning, and Community Giving
Hilltop Climbers 4-H Club met in February. At the meeting, several upcoming events were discussed to help members prepare to show animals at the fair. Azalya Hurlburt demonstrated how to make an origami dragon. Several members practiced making cookies or bars at home, which they might take to the fair this summer. Members brought in a dozen […]
Buffalo County 4-H Supports Early Childhood Screening Event at Alma Area Schools
On March 6, Buffalo County 4-H partnered with Alma Area Schools to support their Early Childhood Screening event. Youth and families had the chance to participate in a hands-on “make and take” sensory bottle activity, designed to encourage creativity, fine-motor skills, and early learning exploration. Throughout the morning, youth created their own personalized sensory bottles […]
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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