
Extension in Waseca County

Welcome to Waseca County
Waseca County partners with Extension to deliver practical education and research you can use at home, at work and in your community.
4-H
If you are interested in joining 4-H or recently enrolled, this is where you can find some basic information and guides to start your adventure with Waseca County 4-H!
Ways to participate
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!
Information and guides
- Connecting to 4-H In Waseca County
- 4-H Frequently Asked Questions
- 4-H Club Information Sheet - Please ask the Extension Office for a copy
- Project Work Step-By-Step Guide
- 4-H Project Clover Sheet
Contact us
If you have any questions, please reach out to the staff at the Waseca County Extension office. We would love to help!
For Cloverbud Records:
Cloverbuds only need to fill out one 4-H Cloverbud Record document.
- 2021-22 4-H Cloverbud Records (PDF), 2021-22 4-H Cloverbud Records (Word)
For Youth Records:
Youth will need to fill out one Annual Reflection Report, one Livestock Financial Summary per species, and one Non-Livestock Financial Summary per project.
- 2021-22 4-H Records Non-Livestock Financial Summary (PDF), 2021-22 4-H Records Non-Livestock Financial Summary (Word)
- 2021-22 4-H Records Livestock Financial Summary (PDF), 2021-22 4-H Records Livestock Financial Summary (Word)
- 2021-22 4-H Records Annual Reflection Report (PDF), 2021-22 4-H Records Annual Reflection Report (Word)
Additional Resources:
- On Your Way to Better 4-H Records (PDF), On Your Way to Better 4-H Records (Word)
- 2021-22 Cloverbud Record Evaluation (PDF), 2021-22 Cloverbud Record Evaluation (Word)
- 2021-2022 Youth Record Evaluation (PDF), 2021-2022 Youth Record Evaluation (Word)
These are due to the Extension Office by 4:30pm on Thursday, September 15th, 2022.
The Animal ID deadline for market beef (beef steers, market heifers, and dairy steers) is February 15th.
The Animal ID deadline for breeding beef, dairy, dairy goat, dog, horse, llama-alpaca, meat goat, poultry, rabbit, sheep, and swine is May 16th.
Junior meat goat doe kids and spring calves (birthday of March 1, 2022-May 31, 2022) must meet the ID deadline of June 1st, 2022. NOTE: Families will not be able to self identify the junior meat goat doe kids after May 16th in 4-HOnline. To meet the ID deadline, a paper copy of the ID worksheet must be submitted to your local county Extension Office no later than the set deadline.
Animal ID information and worksheets due on February 15th will be mailed out to project members around January 20th. All Animal ID information and worksheets that are due on May 16th will be mailed to each member around April 1st. This information is updated with current links for 2022 as the information is released. Please keep checking back if you do not see a document right away.
2022 Forms & Information:
- Animal Science Updates for 2022
- 2022 Identification Requirements
- Animal Science Lease Program Fact Sheet 2022
- 2022 Animal Science Lease Information Form
- Animal ID'ing in 4-HOnline Tip Sheet
- 2022 Ear Tag Information Sheet
Beef:
- Breeding Beef County ID Letter 2022
- Market Beef County ID Letter 2022
- Beef Prospect Calf ID Worksheet
- Beef Breeding Heifer ID Worksheet
Cloverbud:
- Cloverbud County ID Letter 2022
Dairy:
- Dairy Information Sheet 2022
Dairy Goat:
- 2022 Dairy Goat County ID Letter
- Dairy Goat Information Sheet 2022
Dog:
- Dog Project Training Registration Form
- 2022 Dog Agility Release Form (Must be submitted to the Waseca County Extension Office by the date of the County Fair Agility Show)
Horse:
- 2022 Horse Project Member Dues & Insurance Form
Llama-Alpaca:
- Llama-Alpaca Information Sheet 2022
Meat Goat:
- 2022 Meat Goat County ID Letter
- Meat Goat Information Sheet 2022
- Market Goat (Dairy Type or Meat) ID Worksheet 2022
- Market Goat Breeding Doe ID Worksheet
Poultry:
- 2022 Poultry County ID Letter
- Poultry Information Sheet 2022
- Poultry ID Worksheet (Except Doves and Pigeons)
- Dove and Pigeon ID Worksheet
Rabbit:
- Rabbit Information Sheet 2022
Sheep:
- Sheep Information Sheet 2022
Swine:
Tentative schedule
Fair registration and FairEntry
- Registration information letter
- Register 4-H Project Entries Help
- Fair fee form
- Horse Insurance Form
- Horse Stalling Fee Form
- FairEntry: Detailed instruction for families
- Fashion review judging information
- Premium Book
Blue Ribbon Auction
- Blue Ribbon Auction information
- Potential Youth Participants in the 2022 Market Livestock Auction (available after June7)
- Supporting 4-H through the Blue Ribbon Marker Livestock Auction flyer
- Example script for use with potential buyers
Volunteering
Read Volunteering at the Waseca County Fair for opportunities, role descriptions and to sign up.
Club forms
- Registration Form OR Online Registration Form
- Club banner evaluation
- Club scrapbook score sheet
- Effective hints for club banners
- Hay bale decorating contest score card
- Club community pride evaluation
- Building set-up information for clubs
Static project forms
- Oversized exhibit approval form
- Fashion Review - Purchased Clothing (previously Clothes You Buy) (bring with to judging)
- Fashion Review - Constructed Clothing (previously Clothes You Make) (bring with to judging)
Livestock projects
4-H events in Waseca County
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All 4-H events
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4-H news in Waseca County
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Statewide 4-H news
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Amy Nelson, Extension educator, 4-H Youth Development
dobbe007@umn.edu or 507-835-0600
Mattea Dann, Waseca County Extension support staff
mdann@umn.edu or 507-835-0600
Office hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Our local office is located at 300 North State Street, Waseca, MN 56093.
Waseca County 4-H is on Facebook
Check here for updates on 4-H events, pictures and more. Or, use this to share 4-H with others that may be interested in learning more about current 4-H happenings. “Like” us today!
Give to Waseca County 4-H
Gifts support 4-H youth development in Waseca County, and local programming coordinated by the Waseca County 4-H Council.
Agriculture
Agriculture events in Waseca County
Attend an agriculture-related event near you.
Statewide agriculture events
Agriculture conferences, in-person events and online courses are offered all year around the state.
Agriculture news in Waseca County
Find the latest on Extension agricultural research and news you can use on your farm from local experts.
Statewide news and blogs
- Agricultural Business Management News - Business and financial resources for farmers.
- Beef News - Beef industry featured events, farm safety and animal health.
- Dairy News - Dairy industry featured events, farm safety and animal health.
- Fruit and Vegetable News - Local production and marketing of fruit and vegetable crops in Minnesota.
- Minnesota Crop News - Emerging issues affecting Minnesota row crops and forages.
Gardening
Gardening events in Waseca 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 Waseca 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.
Health and nutrition
Extension offers a variety of educational programs about nutrition and health in Waseca 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.
Health and nutrition events in Waseca County
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Statewide health and nutrition events
Join Extension educators and community partners in events that encourage health, wellbeing and good nutrition.
Health and nutrition news in Waseca County
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Family News
Find information that helps families make informed decisions leading to better health and wellbeing.
Use the Real Life, Good Food website to find recipes, cooking tips and physical activity ideas for a healthier life.
Sustainable communities
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: 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 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 your county and neighboring communities, and how to submit a project idea.
Statewide community development events
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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
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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.
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