Extension in Redwood County

4-H is an out-of-school, hands-on learning program for young people grades K-13. 4-H clubs are groups of youth who want to learn together and meet in every part of Minnesota. We offer online, small group and independent learning experiences for Minnesota youth. 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.  

Check out this video about 4-H in Minnesota

There are many ways to participate in 4-H

Redwood County has many active 4-H clubs.  To learn more, contact Redwood County 4-H staff. [email protected]

New Member Resources

• Redwood County 4-H Family Handbook
• 4-H Cloverbud (K-2nd Grade)
• FAQs for new members

Choose a 4-H project and learn all about it. You can then create a 4-H exhibit to show at the fair or other showcase event to demonstrate what you have learned in the project area. You can also track your project learning and experiences with 4-H project record keeping. 

Ambassadors & Youth Leadership Sign-ups

• Ambassador FAQ Sheet
• Ambassador Sign-up (Grades 7 & up)
• JR Superintendent Sign-up
• County Fair Coordinator Sign-up
• Fashion/Talent Show Director at County Fair
• Camp Counselor
• State Ambassadors lead youth camps BLU -YELLO - TEEL and other project areas and events.

Accommodations

Club Leader Resources

Check out current and previous editions of our Redwood County 4-H newsletter. (links to come/in progress)

Donations help support 4-H youth development in Redwood County, and local programming coordinated by the Redwood County 4-H Council.

Make a donation

Contacts

Stacy Johnson, Extension Educator, 4-H Youth Development
[email protected] or 507-637-4025 ext. 1544

Jessica Huhnerkoch, Redwood County Support Staff
[email protected] or 507-637-4025 ext. 1542

Office hours

Tuesday - Thursday, 9:00 a.m.-noon and 1:00-3:00 p.m. (or by appointment)

Redwood County 4-H Facebook - programs and weather related announcements

U of M Extension, Redwood County
[email protected]

403 S Mill St. 
PO Box 130
Redwood Falls, MN 56283

Phone: 507-637-4025
Fax: 507-637-4063

Office hours

Tuesday - Thursday, 9:00 a.m.-noon and 1:00-3:00 p.m. (or by appointment)

View all Redwood County contacts.

Stacy Johnson, Extension Educator, 4-H Youth Development
[email protected] or 507-637-4025 ext. 1544

Jessica Huhnerkoch, Redwood County Support Staff
[email protected] or 507-637-4025 ext.1542

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. 

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.

Become a Master Gardener volunteer

• Ask a Master Gardener Have a garden question?  Get researched-based answers from local Master Gardener volunteers
  • Minnesota Master Gardener Hotline is available year-round to help with questions  612-301-7590
• Yard and garden - information for backyard and community gardeners
  • Planting and growing guides
  • Vegetables Expert advice from University of Minnesota horticulturalists to help you grow healthy vegetables that enjoy our climate and soil conditions.
  • What's wrong with my plant?
  • What insect is this?
• Soil Testing Laboratory

By Phone

Ask a Master Gardener line: 612-301-7590

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:

• LINC Redwood County
• 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 participatory 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.

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