Extension in Isanti County

U of M Extension, Isanti County
[email protected]

555 18th Ave SW
Cambridge MN 55008-9386

Phone: 763-689-1810

Office hours

Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

View all Isanti County contacts.

Cora Rost, Extension Educator, 4-H Youth Development
[email protected] or 763-689-1810

Katie Hagen, Extension Educator, Agriculture Production, Horticulture, and Natural Resources
[email protected] or 763-689-8254

Jennifer Froehlich, Administrative Assistant
[email protected] or 763-689-1810

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

4-H Youth Development

4-H 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.

Volunteer with 4-H to make a local impact

Get involved as a 4-H volunteer to help inspire our youth to learn and lead! Anyone age 19+ who cares about young people, you don't need to be a parent or an expert.  To start the volunteer application process, arrange a meeting with the Isanti County 4-H Extension Educator.

• Become a volunteer

New to Isanti County 4-H? Check out our new family resources! You can also take a look at our new family website.

General information

• Isanti County 4-H clubs
• Isanti County 4-H project leaders
• Isanti County 4-H club and project calendar

Cora Rost, Extension 4-H youth development educator
[email protected] or 763-689-1810

Visit us on social media:

• Facebook
• Instagram
• YouTube
• Twitter

Save the date! The Isanti County Fair will be July 16-20, 2025.

2025 Ear Tag Request Form

Market Beef ID Letter
All Other Animals ID Letter

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 Isanti County and local programming coordinated by the Isanti County 4-H Council.  

Give today

Katie Hagen, Extension Educator, Agriculture Production, Horticulture & Natural Resources
[email protected] or 763-689-8254

UMN Ag Extension Facebook Page 

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

Make a gift on the University of Minnesota giving page.

• Become a Master Gardener volunteer
• Isanti County Master Gardeners Facebook
• Isanti County Master Gardeners website
• Isanti County Master Gardeners event calendar
• Sign up for a plot at the Cambridge Community Garden for 2025

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

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:

• Growing Leadership in Local Government
• 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 also can study to become a Minnesota Master Naturalist.