Extension in Sherburne County

U of M Extension, Sherburne County
[email protected]

13880 Business Center Drive NW
Elk River, MN 55330

Phone: 763-765-3075
Fax: 763-765-3002

Office hours

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

View all Sherburne County contacts

Dana Adams, Extension Educator, livestock, Stearns, Benton, Morrison and Sherburne counties
[email protected], or 320-255-6169

Jackie Estrem, Extension Educator, Sustainable Ag, Soil Health, and Water Quality, Stearns, Benton, Morrison and Sherburne counties
[email protected] or 763-765-3075

Lauren Heers, Extension Educator, Small Farms and Local Foods, Stearns, Benton, Morrison and Sherburne counties
[email protected] or 763-765-3075

Madeline Hol, Administrative Specialist
[email protected] or 763-765-3075

Quincy Sadowski, Extension Educator, horticulture, Stearns, Benton, Morrison, and Sherburne counties
[email protected]  or 320-255-6169 ext. 1

Sam Stone, Extension Educator 4-H Youth Development, Sherburne County
[email protected] or 763-765-3077

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. 

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Give to Sherburne County 4-H

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

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Get involved 

• Join 4-H for the first time or re-enroll
• Enroll as an independent member
• 2023-2024 Enrollment Form
• Contact the Sherburne County Extension Office at 763-765-3075 or [email protected]
• Stop by our office at the Sherburne County Government Center, 13880 Business Center Drive NW, Ste 100, Elk River, MN 55330

Volunteer

Learn more about volunteering with 4-H.

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!

2022-2023 Sherburne County 4-H Clubs

There are also many ways adults (anyone age 18+) can support youth learning and leading in 4-H. 

• Want to learn about volunteering with the 4-H Youth Development Program?

  • Visit the Volunteering with 4-H page to learn more about how volunteers positively impact youth and community

  • Contact your 4-H Extension Educator to learn about specific roles available in your community

• Ready to become a screened Minnesota 4-H volunteer?

  • Visit the Apply to become a 4-H volunteer page to begin the application and screening process

Sam Stone, Extension Educator, 4-H Youth Development
[email protected] or 763-765-3077

The 2024 Sherburne County Fair is scheduled for July 18-21, 2024 at the Sherburne County Fairgrounds in Elk River. The parade theme will be "Pure Imagination".

Important Dates 2024

• February 15: Market Beef ID Deadline (market beef and dairy steers)
• May 15: Animal ID deadline
• May 13: Registration opens 
• June 11: Registration deadline
• July 9: Dog Show (Obedience, rally & showmanship)
• July 10: Dog Show (Agility)
• July 11: Sherburne Showcase, Oliver Kelley Farm, 3-8 p.m.
• July 16: Sherburne County 4-H project judging day for static/general exhibits
• July 17: Sherburne County 4-H project judging day for Livestock exhibits
• July 18-21: Sherburne County Fair

Registration

4-H registration for the Sherburne County Fair will open on May 13.  The deadline to register your 4-H projects for 2024 is June 11.  Registration will take place through FairEntry.

Premium Book

2024 Premium Book 

Resources

First time showing at the county fair? Check out these resources to help you register.

4-H at county fairs, helpful information to help you prepare.

Dana Adams, Extension Educator, Livestock, Stearns, Benton, Morrison and Sherburne counties
[email protected], or 320-255-6169

Jackie Estrem, Extension Educator, Sustainable Ag, Soil Health and Water Quality, Stearns, Benton, Morrison and Sherburne counties
[email protected], or 763-765-3075

Lauren Heers, Extension Educator,Small Farms and Local Foods, Stearns, Benton, Morrison and Sherburne counties
[email protected], or 763-765-3075

Check out the Sherburne County Master Gardeners website or call 763-765-3080.

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

Make a gift on the University of Minnesota giving page.

Become a Master Gardener volunteer

Sherburne County Master Gardener Horticulture Hotline
[email protected] or 763-765-3080

Quincy Sadowski, Extension horticulture educator, Horticulture, Stearns, Benton, Morrison, and Sherburne counties
[email protected]  or 320-255-6169 ext. 1

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

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:

• 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.