Wishing you much success and happiness in your new position as Positive Youth Development Institute Associate Director for the Division of Extension-Madison. Thank you for your years of service and devotion to Buffalo County youth programming. Your dedication, hard work, and countless contributions over the years have truly made a significant impact on Buffalo County […]
4-H members must enter animal identification information into 4-H Online by May 1, 2025. 4-H members planning to exhibit animals at the Buffalo County Fair must log into 4-H Online and enter the animal information for all animals prior to May 1st. Important: Enter all information requested before submitting. Be prepared with your Premise ID […]
Hey College Students! We are hiring! Details: Join our summer staff team Application for Youth Counselor For more information please contact Annie Lisowski at annie.lisowski@wisc.edu
The Hill & Hollow Helping Hands 4-H club enjoyed some social and recreation time at their January 4-H club meeting. Youth and adults enjoyed bowling and pizza together on Sunday, January 26 in Winona.
The 2024 Buffalo County 4-H Volunteer Award was presented to Nicole Hunger, the Hill and Hollow 4-H Club Leader, at the January 19th, 2025, Buffalo County 4-H Leader’s Association meeting. Nicole supports 4-H members who show at two different county fairs and organizes annual petting zoos for 4-H members and people with developmental disabilities and […]
On January 19th, 2025, travel interviews were held with Emma Pearl Jardine and Jaden Brenden, who will be participating in the American Spirit travel experience. Jaden Brenden highlighted their enthusiasm for the journey. Both Emma and Jaden successfully completed the interview process and will receive funding from the Buffalo County 4-H Leader’s Association for their […]
The 2024 Alumni of the Year Award was presented to Jan Schaffner at the January 19th Buffalo County 4-H Leader’s Association meeting. Jan has assisted the Buffalo County 4-H Leader’s Association with 990-N completion. She has donated her time with coordinating Buffalo County Safety Day. Thank you, Jan, for continuing the 4-H legacy!
Alison George, daughter of Doug and Patty George, was selected as Buffalo County’s Wisconsin 4-H Key Award winner for 2025. The prestigious Key Award, one of the highest awards a 4-H member can receive, honors only a select group of 4-H participants across the state annually. The youth receiving this award are ones who have demonstrated […]
Miriam Sandberg, daughter of Andy and Jennifer Sandberg, was selected as Buffalo County’s Wisconsin 4-H Key Award winner for 2025. The prestigious Key Award, one of the highest awards a 4-H member can receive, honors only a select group of 4-H participants across the state annually. The youth receiving this award are ones who have demonstrated […]
Join our UW-Madison Division of Extension Farm Management Specialists, Joy Kirkpatrick, Steph Plaster, Kelly Wilfert, and Kevin Bernhardt as they lead discussions and activities during the Cultivating Your Farm’s Future workshop series. This virtual program will provide tools and resources for farmers who want to start their succession plans. The program will explore the three-step process of […]
On January 9, 2025 at Mondovi High School fifth and sixth graders from Mondovi, Alma, Cochrane-Fountain City and Gilmanton schools participated in the annual Buffalo County Partnership Council 5th and 6th Grade Prevention Day. The program was hosted by the Buffalo County Partnership Council (BCPC), a group of teachers, students, county agencies, and community organizations […]
Buffalo/Pepin County Teen Court panel members worked with two families at the Buffalo County Courthouse on Wednesday, January 8th. They asked youth with violations restorative questions to help them repair relationships and make things right with those they have harmed. The panel members were from Pepin, Alma, and Cochrane-Fountain City school districts. Families expressed that they are very appreciative of the restorative approach to developing requirements to help rethink decisions and change behavior.
On December 15th the Hilltop Climbers 4-H club had a fun filled meeting with holiday and winter activities, caroling and a potluck dinner. 4-H members made ornaments and packed treats for the backpack program at the Mondovi school. They also stuffed stockings with goodies for members to deliver throughout the community as a service-learning project. […]
Chris Jumbeck was awarded the annual 2024 Buffalo County 4-H Community Servant Award on Monday, December 16, 2024, at the Alma Area School by Clover 4-H club members. The award recognizes an individual with exemplary service to 4-H and the community through an ongoing commitment to community service and to making a positive impact on […]
Durand and Pepin high school students who serve as Buffalo/Pepin Teen Court panel members heard two cases on Wednesday, December 11th. The teen court youth asked restorative justice questions to create authentic consequences for youth with retail theft violations. The purpose of the requirements are to help make things right with those they have harmed […]
Buffalo County 10th grade students from Alma, Cochrane-Fountain City, Gilmanton, and Mondovi School Districts participated in the sixth annual Tenth Grade Prevention Day on Tuesday, December 10, 2024. Tom Goeltz from SafetyTom Consulting was the first of two featured presentations. Mr. Goeltz has spoken to hundreds of thousands of students throughout the nation and he […]
4-H members at the Mondovi Community Youth Center worked with CCFBank to collect some yummy goodies for a local Mondovi soldier and his unit during the holiday season. Jamis Keding, who son is an active member at MCYC, is currently serving our country as a SFC in the US Army. Keding is stationed in Kuwait. […]
Chippewa Valley Technical College provided a tour for members of the Hilltop Climbers 4-H Club on Tuesday, November 26th. Youth and adults had the opportunity to engage with students and faculty and learn more about career clusters in different industries. CVTC’s partnership with Buffalo County 4-H in the last year has opened up possibilities for […]
Chippewa Valley Technical College – Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Department was awarded the Buffalo County Friend of 4-H award on Wednesday, November 27th by the Hilltop Climber’s 4-H and Bob Major. They have been a great support to the Buffalo County 4-H this past county fair. Last fall they installed air conditioning in the […]
The Buffalo/Pepin County Teen Court Annual Report for the 2024 calendar year is now available. Learn more about what our young people in restorative justice have been up to for the last twelve months.
The dates for our statewide events are starting to be posted. If you have never attended these fun events, now is the time to check them out and plan to attend. The link is here for Competitive Shoots on the State 4-H Shooting Sports web pages. https://4h.extension.wisc.edu/opportunities/projects/shooting-sports/competitive-shoots/
Hello, Wisconsin 4-H Families, Volunteers, and Members! As we welcome the colder weather and the start of a new 4-H year, we’re thrilled to announce that the Wisconsin 4-H Program Booklet for 2024-25 is now available! This year’s booklet is full of exciting opportunities for 4-H families, members, and volunteers at the state level. These […]
