
Extension in Redwood County

Welcome to Redwood County
Redwood County partners with Extension to deliver practical education and research you can use at home, work and in your community.
4-H
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.
Redwood County has many active 4-H clubs. To learn more, contact Redwood County 4-H staff. mnext-redwood@umn.edu
Stacy Johnson, Extension educator, 4-H Youth Development
skjohnso@umn.edu or 507-637-4025
There are several ways to join or re-enroll in 4-H.
4-H events in Redwood County
Attend a 4-H event near you.
All 4-H events
Find a 4-H event in Minnesota.
- Demo
- Project Talk
- food Revue
Gardening
Master Gardener volunteers educate the public about horticulture 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 complete many hours of volunteer work each year, providing a valuable in-kind contribution to Minnesota.
Gardening events in Redwood County
Find gardening learning opportunities online and near you.
Statewide gardening events
Find out about the Master Gardener Volunteer core course or attend other events offered throughout the year.
Gardening news in Redwood County
Find the latest gardening tips and news you can use in your own back yard from local experts.
Yard and Garden News
Gardening tips and emerging issues affecting Minnesota
By Phone
Ask a Master Gardener line: 612-301-7590
Sustainable communities
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:
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.
Extension's Regional Sustainable Development Partnerships (RSDP) connect Greater Minnesota communities and University of Minnesota knowledge and resources to support local sustainability projects. Working in partnership, RSDP supports community-driven projects in four focus areas: agriculture and food systems, clean energy, natural resources and resilient communities. Projects are supported by boards made up of local community members and University faculty and staff. Learn more about RSDP’s recent work in Redwood County and neighboring communities, and how to submit a project idea.
Statewide community development events
Join us at an event in your community.
Statewide natural resources events
Find opportunities to learn about the natural environment, how to care for your forest lands, and how you and your family can get out and explore nature around the state and in your own backyard.
Community development news
Find information on community-focused news.
My Minnesota Woods
Find out how to take care of your trees and enjoy Minnesota's beautiful woodlands.
Natural Resources News
From preserving our wetlands to combating invasive species, read about protecting and enjoying nature.
RSDP Happenings
Learn more about community-driven sustainability projects happening across Minnesota.
Redwood County Extension
U of M Extension, Redwood County
mnext-redwood@umn.edu
403 S Mill St.
PO Box 130
Redwood Falls, MN 56283
Phone: 507-637-4025
Fax: 507-637-4063
Office hours
Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-noon and 12:30-4:30 p.m. (by appointment is preferred)
View all Redwood County contacts.
Stacy Johnson, Extension Educator, 4-H Youth Development
skjohnso@umn.edu or 507-637-4025
Redwood County events
View all events hosted in and near Redwood County.
Extension courses and events
Extension provides in-person and online educational events all over Minnesota. Find one to attend.
Redwood County news
Read all news from Redwood County.
Extension wide news
Read the latest news from all of Extension's programs.
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Redwood County 4-H Resources
- 2024 Redwood County Premium Book
- 2024 Animal ID letter - All Species
- 2024 Market Beef ID letter
- Redwood County 4-H Family Handbook
- Project Resource Library
Livestock Project Resources
- All About Livestock Newsletter
- Beef Project - Help Sheet
- Dairy Project - Help Sheet
- Goat Project - Help Sheet
- Horse Project - Help Sheet
- Llama- Alpaca Project - Help Sheet
- Poultry Project - Help Sheet
- Rabbit Project - Help Sheet
- Sheep Project - Help Sheet
- Swine Project - Help Sheet
Award Applications
- Key Award Application
- 4-H Alumni Award
- 4-H Citizenship Award
- 4-H Member Achievement Award
- Go-Getter Award
- Honorary 4-H Member Award
- Friend of 4-H Award
Clubs/Club Leader/Officer Resources
- Available Clubs to Join
- Leader Resource Guide
- President Script
- Secretary Book
- 4-H Meeting Minutes Worksheet
- Treasurer Training Workbook
- Committee Planning Worksheet
4-H Records
- Record Keeping Tips
- Record Judging Evaluation Form
- Cloverbud Records
- Youth 4-H Participation Record
- Youth 4-H
County Fair
- County Fair Event Schedule
- Club Food Stand Schedule
- Club Work Schedule
- Fair Entry
- Premium Book
- Ribbon Auction
Health and Nutrition
- Health & Nutrition in Redwood County
- Events and news for Health & Nutrition
- Health & Nutrition Resources
Volunteering
Donating to 4-H
Gifts support 4-H youth development in Redwood County, and local programming coordinated by the Redwood County 4-H Council.
Fundraising and Finance
- Bring it Back
- Fundraising Form