Extension in Waseca County

• Interested in joining Waseca County 4-H? Find out more.
• Enrollment steps for Waseca County 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
• 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:

• 4-H Cloverbud Records (PDF), 4-H Cloverbud Records (Word)

For Youth Records:

• 4-H Records Non-Livestock Financial Summary (PDF), 4-H Records Non-Livestock Financial Summary (Word)
• 4-H Records Livestock Financial Summary (PDF), 4-H Records Livestock Financial Summary (Word)
• 4-H Records Annual Reflection Report (PDF),  4-H Records Annual Reflection Report (Word)

These are due to the Extension Office by 4:30pm on Tuesday, September 14th. 

If you are interested in judging some of the 4-H records, please see the following article: Record Judging Help Needed!

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!

View all Waseca County 4-H project help sheets.

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. 

Give today

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

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.

Use the Real Life, Good Food website to find recipes, cooking tips and physical activity ideas for a healthier life.

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.

U of M Extension
Waseca County

300 N State St
Waseca MN 56093-2837

507-835-0600
mnext-waseca@umn.edu

View all Waseca County contacts.

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