Extension in Chisago County

Josiah Cole, 4-H Extension educator
[email protected]  or 651-277-0150

Sue Humble, Program Coordinator, Master Gardener Program and County Support Staff
[email protected]

Extension brings Minnesotans together to build a better future through University science-based knowledge, expertise and training. Learn more about Extension by visiting our about page and by browsing this website. 

Interested in learning more about 4-H?

• Contact our 4-H staff to learn more, including how to get started in 4-H. 

Ready to join or re-enroll?

• Join 4-H or re-enroll

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Chisago County 4-H Clubs

We have several different clubs to choose from to help make your experience in 4-H great!

General Information

• Chisago County 4-H Clubs
• Chisago County Program Catalog 
• Chisago County 4-H Club and Project Calendar 
• Accommodations Form (for youth needing special accommodations to participate)
• Event Reimbursement Form (automatic reimbursement for certain 4-H events)
• Curriculum and Resources for check-out
• Animal Id Information for Showing Livestock

Chisago County Fair,  July 18-21, 2024 

Animal Id Information for Showing Livestock

2024 Premium Book

Cafeteria Sign-Up (all clubs required to participate - funds earned pay for state fair scholarships)

Registration information - How to Help

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• Chisago County

Would you consider a donation to help us continue to offer positive youth development experiences to our community? Your contribution of any amount can be directed locally to support our 4-H program. 4-H reaches youth and families in positive ways across the county and around the state of Minnesota.

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

Give today

Master Gardener volunteers educate the public about a variety of horticulture subjects using current research-based resources. This educational effort is designed to enhance quality of life and promote good stewardship of the environment.

Master Gardener volunteers are trained by University of Minnesota horticulture educators and complete many hours of volunteer work each year, providing a valuable in-kind contribution to Minnesota.

• Priorities of the Master Gardener program

Gifts support local programming coordinated by Chisago County Master Gardener volunteers.

Make a gift on the University of Minnesota giving page.

The Chisago County Master Gardeners send out a monthly e-newsletter, if you would like to receive this email, contact [email protected]

2021 Chisago County Plat Books with parcel information and aerial photography are now available for $40. For more information call 651-277-0151

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• Become a Master Gardener volunteer

• Common lawn care questions

• Chisago County Master Gardeners Online Class Recordings

• Master Naturalist volunteers work in your community

• The Chisago County Master Gardeners send out a monthly e-newsletter, if you would like to receive this email, contact [email protected]

Sue Humble, Program Coordinator, Master Gardener Program, & County Support Staff
[email protected] or 651-277-0151

• Animals and livestock
• Crop production
• Managing a farm

Extension offers a variety of educational programs about nutrition and health. 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.

Extension engages Minnesotans to strengthen the social, civic, economic and technological capacity of their communities. We help create vibrant communities and enhance skills and knowledge in economics, leadership and civic engagement, and tourism.

Check our community research page for reports on county and community-focused topics relating to local economics, retaining businesses, growing retail markets, developing tourism, and more.

Local programs can be offered in collaboration with local community organizations and government agencies. Current programs include:

• Minnesota Agricultural and Rural Leadership (MARL)

Contact an educator in your area for consultation, guidance and conversation about your community.

Minnesota is a great place to explore, understand and conserve the natural landscape. Extension education, volunteer and community science programs encourage people to become stewards of Minnesota’s public and private lands.

Volunteer. Natural resources volunteers track invasive species, detect forest pests and count native bees, among many other activities. You can also study to become a Minnesota Master Naturalist.