Extension in North St. Louis County - Virginia

Give to North St. Louis County 4-H

Gifts support 4-H youth development in North St. Louis County, and local programming coordinated by the North St. Louis County 4-H Federation. 

Give today

There are several ways to join or re-enroll in 4-H. 

• Join 4-H for the first time or re-enroll
• Enroll as an independent member
• Get in touch with us at countyextension@stlouiscountymn.gov or 218-749-7120

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!

Nicole Kudrle, Extension educator, 4-H Youth Development
vande422@umn.edu or 218-749-7120 or 218-404-6596 (cell)

About YIA

The Youth in Action mission is to maintain and support youth development and community programs and projects. We work to promote public service values to better engage young adults with their communities. Our goal is to bring positive change to St. Louis County through partnerships with students, schools, community organizations and businesses and our in-school advisors.  

Connect with YIA

Like and follow YIA on Facebook.
Instagram: youthinactionmn

Youth in Action (YIA) is a St. Louis County program that promotes leadership by getting students involved in school and community projects that make a positive impact.     

Youth in Action opportunities are available in Iron Range and Duluth area schools for students in grades 9-12. It is free to join and everybody is welcome!  To participate in YIA, please contact a YIA program coordinator or your high school's YIA advisor.

Taryn Burnett, YIA program coordinator
burnettT2@stlouiscountymn.gov or 218-749-7119

Angela Zavodnik, YIA program coordinator
zavodnika@stlouiscountymn.gov or 218-749-7114

Like and follow YIA on Facebook.
Instagram: youthinactionmn

Troy Salzer, Extension educator
salze003@umn.edu or 218-749-7120 (office) or 218-591-0478 (cell)

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Like and follow NSLC Extension on Facebook.
Instagram: stlouiscountyextension

Become a Master Gardener volunteer
Master Naturalist volunteers work in your community

Have questions about gardening?

Call the Extension office Horticulture Question Line.
218-733-2870, ext. #2
Leave a message for our horticulture and agriculture educators and Extension Master Gardener volunteers.

Tune in for Gardening Advice
Listen to KDAL 610 radio on Tuesday mornings from 8-9 a.m. to hear Bob Olen of Extension talk about what you need to know to make your garden successful. Listeners are encouraged to call in with their questions.

Great Gardening on PBS
For more gardening advice tune in to Great Gardening on PBS North to watch Bob Olen and Tom Kasper answer viewer questions live and share their garden expertise. The show schedule and viewing information can be viewed on the WDSE website.

Upcoming Events

Gardening at the Library
Download or view the Extension Master Gardener list of gardening learning sessions taking place at the Duluth Public Library. This year's sessions are virtual until further notice.

Statewide gardening events

Find out about the Master Gardener Volunteer core course or attend other events offered throughout the year.

Gardening news in North St. Louis County

Find the latest gardening tips and news you can use in your own back yard from local experts.

Bob Olen, county horticulturist
horticulturist@stlouiscountymn.gov or 218-733-2870 

Troy Salzer, Extension educator, Agriculture
salze003@umn.edu or 218-749-7120

Horticulture Question Line
218-733-2870, Ext. #2

Connect with Extension

Like and follow NSLC Extension on Facebook.
Instagram: stlouiscountyextension

Extension offers a variety of educational programs about nutrition and health in North St. Louis 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.

Chris Strand, SNAP-Ed educator
csstrand@umn.edu or 218-471-7234 (office) or 218-966-8019 (cell)

U of M Extension, North St. Louis County
mnext-stlouis-virginia@umn.edu

countyextensionoffice@stlouiscountymn.gov

Government Services Center
201 S 3rd Ave W
Virginia, MN 55792-2668

Phone: 218-749-7120
Fax: 218-749-0698

View all North St. Louis County contacts.

Nicole Kudrle, Extension educator, 4-H Youth Development
vande422@umn.edu or 218-749-7120 or 218-404-6596 (cell)

Troy Salzer, Extension educator
salze003@umn.edu or 218-749-7120 (office) or 218-591-0478 (cell)

Chris Strand, SNAP-Ed educator
csstrand@umn.edu or 218-471-7234 (office) or 218-966-8019 (cell)

Taryn Burnett, YIA Program Coordinator
burnettT2@stlouiscountymn.gov or 218-749-7119 (office) or 218-966-9061 (cell)

Angela Zavodnik, YIA Program Coordinator
zavodnika@stlouiscountymn.gov or 218-749-7114 (office) or 218-780-9109 (cell)

Mary Tennis, Extension office administrator
tennism@stlouiscountymn.gov or  218-733-2870

Shirley Lantz, County Support Staff
lantzs@stlouiscountymn.gov or 218-749-7120

Sarah Westerberg, County Support Staff
westerbergs@stlouiscountymn.gov or 218-471-7598