Extension in Carver County

In 4-H, all youth are welcome

4-H is an out-of-school, hands-on learning program for people age 5-19. Youth choose a project that’s interesting to them and explore it with peers and caring adults. 4-H clubs are groups of youth who want to learn together and meet in every part of Minnesota.

What can I do in 4-H?

The sky’s the limit! 4-H offers learning experiences in science, photography, agriculture, healthy living, civic engagement and much more. We have one-day events, year-long projects and everything in between. There are many ways to try 4-H.

Get the Carver County 4-H App.  for your mobile device.  

• Download 'Minnesota 4-H' in the App Store or in Google play, then search for Carver County 4-H
• Carver County 4-H App information.

Follow us on social media @CarverCounty4H

• Facebook
• Instagram

Check out what is happening in Carver County 4-H

Carver County 4-H Google Calendar

There are several ways to join or re-enroll in 4-H. 

• Join 4-H for the first time or re-enroll
• Carver County Club List      Carver County Club Map
• Enroll as an independent member
• Get in touch with us

4-H Youth Development is a hands-on learning program for Minnesota youth. We offer online, small group and independent learning experiences for youth of all ages. In 4-H, youth choose the topic they find interesting and caring adults support their learning and leadership. From agronomy to space exploration and creative arts to outdoor adventures, 4-H has just the right learning experience for young people.

There are many ways to participate in 4-H!

Carver County 4-H believes that youth should be able to participate regardless of a family's financial situation. Available to anyone, fill out this confidential financial support request.

Kris Vatter, Carver County, 4-H Educator

kvatter@umn.edu or 952-466-5304

Give to Carver County 4-H

Gifts support 4-H youth development in Carver County, and local programming coordinated by the Carver County 4-H Council. 

Give today

This section will contain all important Carver County 4-H updates for the county fair. 

The 2021 Carver County Fair is scheduled for August 11-15 at the Carver County Fairgrounds in Waconia.

Due to Covid-19, we are unsure what fair or showcase opportunities will look like in 2021, but Carver County 4-H is dedicated to providing opportunities for our youth to showcase their project learning! Continue to check back for updates.

Important Dates

• May 17: Animal ID Deadline;  2021 premium book is released
• July 1: Fair registration opens
• July 7: Fair registration deadline
• August 10: Carver County 4-H entry day (tentative)
• August 11-15: Carver County Fair

Registration

4-H registration for the Carver County Fair will open on Tuesday, June 1.  The deadline to register your 4-H projects for 2021 is July 7.

Premium Book

General (static) projects section

Animal Science projects section-coming soon

Carver County 4-H Competitive Events: Deadlines, Consequences and Exemptions

Carver County Extension has an active agricultural education program. From questions around land rent, farm transfer, pasture management, and livestock questions, many program offerings are developed from your inquiries. Reach out to Colleen Carlson with your questions. 

Follow us on social media @CarverScottExtension

• Facebook

Sign-Up for the Carver/ Scott Ag Newsletter

Visit Carver/Scott Extension on Facebook

Colleen Carlson, Extension Ag Educator
traxl042@umn.edu or 507-521-3640

Master Gardeners in Carver and Scott counties joined together to form a unified group in 1987, with a grand total membership of five.  Since those humble beginnings, the group has grown to its current size of 100+ active members.  These members regularly average over 50 hours volunteer time per year and keep busy with many yearly projects.  

Learn more on the Carver Scott Extension Master Gardeners website or contact Kristy Mock, Master Gardener Program Coordinator at klmock@umn.edu or 952-466-5309

Ask a Master Gardener in Carver/Scott counties
952.466.5308 or gardenquestions@carverscottmastergardeners.org

• Become a Master Gardener volunteer
• Master Naturalist volunteers work in your community

Kristy Mock
Carver County, Master Gardener Program Coordinator
klmock@umn.edu or 952-466-5309

Extension offers a variety of educational programs about nutrition and health in Carver county. These programs are open to families and individuals of all ages who are eligible for benefits through the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or who meet Extension’s program income guidelines.

Programs are offered in community settings such as food shelves, schools, community centers and public housing sites. The programs are free to all individuals and families who meet income guidelines, and may be offered in multiple languages, depending on the audience needs and availability of educators.

Use the Real Life, Good Food website to find recipes, cooking tips and physical activity ideas for a healthier life.

See all financial events for Carver County

Check out our UMN Extension Family News to stay current with information, resources, and programming.  Also, follow us on Facebook and Twitter @UMNExtFD. 

Samantha Roth
Financial Capability Extension Educator, Carver County
sroth@umn.edu or 952-466-5300

U of M Extension, Carver County
mnext-carver@umn.edu

11360 Hwy 212 West
Suite 4
Cologne, MN  55322

Phone: (952) 466-5300
 

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