Extension in Sherburne County

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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
• 2022-2023 Enrollment Form
• Contact the Sherburne County Extension Office at 763-765-3075 or mnext-sherburne@umn.edu
• Stop by our office at the Sherburne County Government Center, 13880 Business Center Drive NW, 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

Danielle Ganje, Extension educator, 4-H Youth Development
ganje@umn.edu or 763-765-3077

Kellie Bossen, Extension support staff,
kbossen@umn.edu or 763-765-3075

The 2023 Sherburne County Fair is scheduled for July 20-23, 2023 at the Sherburne County Fairgrounds in Elk River. More information to come!

Important Dates 2023

• February 15: Animal ID Deadline for market beef. (beef steers, market heifers, and dairy steers)
• May 15: Animal ID deadline
• May 16: Registration opens and 2023 premium book is released (tentative)
• June 13: Registration deadline
• July 9: Dog Show, Canine Cabin
• July 13: Sherburne Showcase, Location TBD
• July 18: Sherburne County 4-H project judging day for static/general exhibits
• July 19: Sherburne County 4-H project judging day for Livestock exhibits
• July 20 - 23: Sherburne County Fair

Registration

4-H registration for the Sherburne County Fair will open on Tuesday, May 16.  The deadline to register your 4-H projects for 2023 is June 13.  Registration will take place through FairEntry.

Premium Book

2022 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, Ag Production Systems - Livestock - Stearns, Benton, Morrison, and Sherburne counties, adam1744@umn.edu, or 320-255-6169

Anthony Adams, Extension Educator, Small Farms and Local Foods - Stearns, Benton, Morrison, and Sherburne counties, anthonya@umn.edu or 320-632-0164

Tyler Rice, Extension Educator, Crops - Stearns, Benton, Morrison, and Sherburne counties, rice0416@umn.edu or 320-968-5081

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

Become a Master Gardener volunteer

Sherburne County Master Gardener Horticulture Hotline
mnext-sherburne@umn.edu or 763-765-3080

Quincy Sadowski, Extension Educator, Horticulture - Stearns, Benton, Morrison, and Sherburne counties, quincy@umn.edu  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's Center for Community Vitality 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:

• Growing Leadership in Local Government
• 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.

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 and how to submit a project idea.

U of M Extension, Sherburne County
mnext-sherburne@umn.edu

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.

Danielle Ganje, Extension educator-Sherburne County, ganje@umn.edu or 763-765-3077

Kellie Bossen, Sherburne County support staff, kbossen@umn.edu or 763-765-3075

Dana Adams, Extension Educator, Ag Production Systems - Livestock - Stearns, Benton, Morrison, and Sherburne counties, adam1744@umn.edu, or 320-255-6169

Anthony Adams, Extension Educator, Small Farms and Local Foods - Stearns, Benton, Morrison, and Sherburne counties, anthonya@umn.edu or 320-632-0164

Tyler Rice, Extension Educator, Crops - Stearns, Benton, Morrison, and Sherburne counties, rice0416@umn.edu or 320-968-5081

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