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4-H Horse exhibitors showcase their skills at Buffalo County Fair show
Buffalo County 4-H horse project members showcased their showmanship and equitation skills at the 2025 Buffalo County 4-H Horse Show on July 27, 2025 at the Double H Arena in Mondovi, WI. The 4-H Horse Show is the culminating event of the 4-H year as well as the exhibition show for the Buffalo County Fair. […]
Fair Set up/Clean up
Set Up/Clean Up The Buffalo County Fair in affiliation with Pepin County invites you to set-up and clean-up before and after the fair. We need your help and support in order to make the Fair a great one this year! Please look at the lists to find your organization so we have help on both days. Meals will be […]
Livestock Showmanship Clinic Enhances Skills
Over 50 youth along with their families from Buffalo, Pepin, and Pierce counties attended the Livestock Showmanship Clinic that was held at the George Family Farm near Mondovi on the evening of Sunday, July 20, 2025. The interactive workshop taught youth basic showmanship skills and techniques for showing beef, sheep, swine and goats. Youth leader […]
Harvest of the Month
July – Peppers, Peppers, and more Peppers July – Peppers Select peppers that are firm and bright colored. Peppers are in season in Wisconsin July to October. Refrigerate and use within 5 days. Use – Slice to eat raw with your favorite dip or roast/sauté and add to burritos or fajitas. Nutrition – Peppers have vitamin C which helps […]
Buffalo County 4-Her’s Travel with American Spirit
Buffalo County 4-H youth, Emma Pearl Jardine and Jaden Brenden of Hilltop Climbers 4-H participate in the 4-H American Spirit Experience, June 20-29, 2025 . The 4-H American Spirit Experience is an opportunity for youth in grades 8-10 to immerse themselves in history and heritage through a 10-day bus journey to the East Coast and […]
Lucky 16 4-H Catapults to Creativity
At their June 8th meeting, members of the Lucky 16 4-H Club put their critical thinking skills to the test by designing and experimenting with craft stick catapults using STEM Discovery Toolkits from the Extension office. With a splash of imagination and a sprinkle of strategy, everyone had a blast layering vibrant sands to create […]
Montana Pioneers 4-H Club Honors Farmers with Homemade Lunches
On Sunday, May 4th, members of the Montana Pioneers 4-H Club came together to pack and deliver lunches for local farmers. Working as a team, the club assembled the meals and then set out to personally deliver them. This effort was a heartfelt way to show appreciation and gratitude to the farmers for their hard […]
4-H Avian Quiz Bowl Contest – Mark Your Calendars
If you love poultry, working as a team, and having fun, this contest is for you! Registrations are open for the WI State 4-H Avian (Poultry) Quiz Bowl Contest happening on September 27th at the Columbia County Fairgrounds in Portage, WI. Registrations close September 1st. Looking for more information about the event, registration information, or […]
4-H POP-UP SPARKS!
On May 4, 2025, young people had the opportunity to participate in various engaging stations, including using 3D pens, our new 3D printers, creating fire tiles, and making fleece tie blankets for our Buffalo County Service Learning project, Sleep in Heavenly Peace.
B-BC 4-H Club Spreads Joy with ‘May the 4th Be With You’ Baskets in Buffalo City and Cochrane
B-BC 4-H Club made May the 4th Be With You Baskets on Sunday May 4th at the Buffalo City Building and then delivered them to homes in the Buffalo City and Cochrane area. The May the 4th Be With You Baskets include candy, plants and mini flowerpots. This activity was a way to give back […]
Sparking Curiosity: 4-H STEM Activity at Math and Science Night
On April 21st, Cochrane-Fountain City School hosted an exciting Math and Science Night, where elementary-aged students had the opportunity to engage in various math and science activities. Among these activities, Bianca Mullen, 4-H Program Assistant, and Stephanie Foust, 4-H Associate Educator, guided the students through a hands-on fire tile activity. Engaging with about 100 students, […]
Join Buffalo County 4-H in Supporting Sleep in Heavenly Peace: Service Learning Project Opportunity!
Attention Buffalo County 4-H Members! We are excited to announce a service learning project opportunity with the Sleep in Heavenly Peace organization. This is a wonderful chance to make a difference in our community by ensuring every child has a comfortable place to sleep. Project Details: How you can help We invite you to join us for a group […]
Celebrating Excellence: Corbyn Weber and Miriam Sandberg Awarded the Wisconsin Teen Court Association Scholarships!
Congratulations to Corbyn and Miriam! We are thrilled to announce that Corbyn Weber and Miriam Sandberg have won the Wisconsin Teen Court Association scholarships worth $500 each! Their hard work and dedication have truly paid off. Congratulations Corbyn! Congratulations Miriam!
Buffalo/Pepin County Teen Court Trains New Panel Members
Buffalo / Pepin County Teen Court welcomed 15 new panel members at their training on April 11th at the Buffalo County Courthouse in Alma. These new panelists join another 30 high school students already serving as peer judges. Teen Court hears over 25 cases a year across the two counties, with referrals from the juvenile […]
BCPC prepares seniors for next steps after graduation
A day of prevention education just for graduating seniors took place on April 10, 2025, at Cochrane-Fountain City School. Buffalo County Senior Day, sponsored by the Buffalo County Partnership Council, is an opportunity for graduating students across Buffalo County to think critically about potential risk behaviors from local speakers. The event centered considering the consequences of […]
4-H Members got to explore their SPARKS at 4-H Art Sparks Days!
On March 21st and 28th, Associate 4-H Educator Stephanie Foust organized two engaging “Sparks Days.” Participants explored a variety of activities, including 3D printing, using 3D pens, and creating spin art. They also participated in a meaningful service-learning project, sewing pillowcases for the “Sleep in Heavenly Peace” initiative. Art Sparks Maxville Art Sparks Buffalo City
Buffalo County 4-H Youth Boost Animal Care Expertise with YQCA Certification
More than 40 Buffalo County 4-H meat animal project members were trained in the national Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA) requirements by certified trainer, Buffalo County 4-H Youth Development Educator, Annie Lisowski, on Wednesday, March 26 in Mondovi. The youth practiced discussing life skills and learned more about animal wellness and animal […]
Thank you, Conagra, for your generous donation of pudding and hot cocoa mix to MCYC! Your support means the world to us
Glencoe Hustlers’ 4-H Club: Discovering the Art of Woodburning
At their March meeting, the Glencoe Hustlers 4-H Club members had an exciting opportunity to explore the woodburning toolkit. They enthusiastically created various woodburning projects, including picture frames and door signs, showcasing their creativity and craftsmanship.
Register Now for the Wisconsin Restorative Justice Summit 2025: Building Bridges: Uplifting Youth Voice For A More Just And Inclusive Future
Join us in building a more just future! What you need to know about the Wisconsin Restorative Justice Summit 2025! The Restorative Justice Summit is a statewide educational forum that brings together young people and youth-serving professionals to collaborate in advancing equitable, evidence-based restorative justice and peacemaking practices that aim to transform youth services, programs […]
Golden Hornets 4-H Club Visits Valley Springs Maple Syrup
The Golden Hornets 4-H Club took a sweet adventure to Valley Springs Maple Syrup in Waumandee, Wisconsin, on Sunday, March 23rd! Members and their families learned firsthand how maple syrup is made, from tapping trees to boiling sap into syrup. The owners, Susan Pronschinske and Arick Pronschinske, welcomed the group, who explained how sap is […]
Congrats Buffalo County Partnership Council Scholarship Recipients!
Amber Lund $500 Scholarship From your perspective, how have BCPC’s efforts impacted your peers, school, and community? In my opinion, the Buffalo County Partnership Council has made lasting contributions to our community and the individuals who live in it. By spreading awareness through prevention days and initiatives, BCPC has been able to educate the youth […]
