Conversations with farmers provided a candid look at the current season—its ups and downs, as well as the decisions they are grappling with.
This fall, invite youth in your county to join 4-H Science Sprouts: Pick your own adventure. This fun, hands-on virtual learning opportunity is geared towards youth in grades 3-5 (but open to K-13 youth interested in participating).
oin a virtual session this fall for the Minnesota 4-H Annual Volunteer Training, "Thriving by Design," designed to strengthen clubs through reflection, input gathering, and goal setting. Participants will explore their motivations for 4-H involvement, analyze club data to set goals for the upcoming year, and delve into the 4-H Thriving Model's youth indicators. Open to current and prospective volunteers and youth leaders, this 90-minute statewide webinar offers flexible attendance: join solo or host a group watch party.
2025-2026 Lyon County Calendar Dates for state wide events will be added when available.
Would you like to show your 4-H pride? We will have 4-H family signs and “Join 4-H” signs available soon. Please reach out to Renae or Aimee to get signed up for one. Signs are limited so get on the list quick.
Also if you have a high school senior in your household, we have a 4-H senior sign for you. Stop by the office to pick up your sign up today.
October is the start of a new 4-H year, so don’t forget to re-enroll in 4-H Online before attending your next 4-H event (club meetings included).
Re-enrollment is now open.
Would you like to expand your leadership skills and have a chance to help lead? Apply to be a Lyon County 4-H Federation Officer.
Olson Family, 2025 Farm Family of the Year
University of Minnesota Extension health and wellness coordinators teach practical ways to “make the healthy choice the easy choice,” for low-income youth, families and seniors.