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Anoka County news

empty bench

Are you tired of all the plastic that we use and then just throw away? Many of us know all about recycling our plastic bottles and containers, but what about all of the plastic that surrounds the items we buy. Trex uses all those plastic items to create durable items.

youth singing

County Arts-In is a summer performing arts/leadership experience for youth that have completed grades 2 – one year post high school.

Girl practicing shooting sports

The Anoka County 4-H Shooting Sports/Wildlife Committee offers a variety of shooting and wildlife activities for 4-H youth in grades 3 and up. These classes offer 4-H'ers the opportunity to learn about wildlife and develop shooting skills. Some of these activities involve 16 hours of training and are taught by volunteer 4-H leaders who have gone through certification and extensive training. All activities are both educational and fun. Equipment is provided.

youth engaged in project learning

Anoka county 4-H Youth Development has a variety of hands-on learning programs for your family. Find detailed information on major local programs including the Horse, Dog, and Shooting Sports and Wildlife project areas. 

county fair judging

It’s never too early to add the County Fair schedule to your calendar! We look forward to the County Fair each year as a celebration of project learning.  The 2025 Anoka County Fair will be held July 21-27 at the Anoka County Fairgrounds in Anoka. Fair registration and information will be shared on the website and directly to 4-H families in the monthly clover update. Registration typically opens in early May and the deadline to register is Monday, June 23.  

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