Extension in Lyon County

4-H is an out-of-school, hands-on learning program for young people grades K-13. Youth choose a project that is 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.

Lyon County has many active 4-H clubs.  To learn more, contact Lyon County 4-H staff at mnext-lyoncounty@umn.edu

Follow us on social media @Lyon4H

• Lyon County 4-H Facebook page
• Lyon County 4-H YouTube Channel
• Lyon County 4-H Instagram page

Give to Lyon County 4-H

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

Give today

There are several ways to join or re-enroll. 

• Join 4-H for the first time or re-enroll
• 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!

• Project record keeping
• 4-H animal science projects
• 4-H animal ID
• 4-H livestock Quality Assurance Training (LQA)
• 4-H civic engagement and leadership

Sam Jens, Extension educator, 4-H Youth Development
jens0593@umn.edu or 507-532-8219

Leah Polejewski, 4-H STEM Club Coordinator, Lyon County
lpolejew@umn.edu or 507-532-8219

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

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

Broderick Wright, SNAP-Ed Educator
bwright@umn.edu or 507-532-8219

U of M Extension, Lyon County
mnext-lyon@umn.edu

500 Fairgrounds Road
Marshall, MN 56258

Phone: (507) 532-8219
Fax: (507) 532-8216

View all Lyon County contacts.

Sam Jens, Extension educator, 4-H Youth Development, Lyon County
jens0593@umn.edu or 507-532-8219

Leah Polejewski, 4-H STEM Club Coordinator, Lyon County
lpolejew@umn.edu or 507-532-8219

Broderick Wright, SNAP-Ed Educator
bwright@umn.edu or 507-532-8219

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