Do you enjoy learning about the natural world? If so, consider becoming a Minnesota Master Naturalist volunteer!
National Eagle Center, Wabasha is hosting a Minnesota Master Naturalist Volunteer Training beginning April 20, 2026
Digging deep shows evidence of improved practices
Goodhue County 4-H is able to provide our programming with the help of two fundraisers. Each year we host the Hog Roast and the proceeds from that, as well as the 20% of the proceeds kept at the Livestock Auction at County Fair, is how we sustain our programming and continue to offer fun programs and learning opportunities to all of you! The success of the Hog Roast Fundraiser has led us to eliminate registration fees, and reduce (or in many cases completely eliminate) registration fees for our programs.
Nonprofit organization Project GO is powered by University of Minnesota Extension volunteers.
We're looking for camp counselors in grade 9 and up to work with youth this summer at 4-H Summer Camp at Whitewater State Park.
The Goodhue County Master Gardeners had several projects throughout the county.
Garden-in-A-Box was received by Kenyon Master Gardener Heidi Haugen who recruited teens to set up the gardens and then guided children in the school’s childcare program in planting, tending and harvesting.
The Goodhue County Project Bowl team traveled to Louisville, Kentucky this week to compete against other teams from across the country. This was the second national competition for this team, and this year they placed 9th out of 19 teams. Congratulations to the team and their coaches.
Changes in the agricultural landscape have brought economic benefits to the region and the state, but they are also a significant driver of nitrate water quality issues.
Becoming a University of Minnesota Extension Master Gardener volunteer isn’t just about learning a wide swath of horticulture information. The experience often becomes highly personal, says Anita Oakman of Dakota County.
With 4-H Food Partner Challenge support, 4-H clubs across the state led creative efforts to fight food insecurity and strengthen community partnerships.