Extension in Winona County
Welcome to Winona County
Winona County partners with Extension to deliver practical education and research you can use at home, at work and in your community.
Contact
[email protected] or 507-457-6440
Winona County Extension office
U of M Extension, Winona County
[email protected]
225 W 2nd St
Winona MN 55987
Phone: 507-457-6440
Fax: 507-454-9362
Office hours
Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
View all Winona County contacts.
Linda Mueller, Administrative Specialist
[email protected] or 507-457-6440
Annette Shepardson, SNAP-Ed Educator
[email protected] or 507-457-6440
Kimberly Stehr, Extension Educator, 4-H Youth Development
[email protected] or 507-457-6440
Mika Miller, Extension Educator, 4-H Youth Development
[email protected] or 507-457-6440
Winona County events
View all events hosted in and near Winona County.
Extension courses and events
Extension provides in-person and online educational events all over Minnesota. Find one to attend.
Winona County news
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Extension wide news
Read the latest news from all of Extension's programs.
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.
4-H
There are several ways to join or re-enroll in 4-H.
4-H events in Winona County
Attend a 4-H event near you.
All 4-H events
Find a 4-H event in Minnesota.
4-H news in Winona County
Stay informed about all that is happening in Winona County 4-H.
Statewide 4-H news
Learn more about what is happening in Minnesota 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!
There are also many ways adults (anyone age 18+) can support youth learning and leading in 4-H.
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Want to learn about volunteering with the 4-H Youth Development Program?
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Visit the Volunteering with 4-H page to learn more about how volunteers positively impact youth and the community.
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Contact your 4-H Extension Educator to learn about specific roles available in your community.
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Ready to become a screened Minnesota 4-H volunteer?
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Visit the Apply to become a 4-H volunteer page to begin the application and screening process.
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Give to Winona County 4-H
Gifts support 4-H youth development in Winona County, and local programming coordinated by the Winona County 4-H Council.
Kimberly Stehr, Extension Educator, 4-H Youth Development
[email protected] or 507-457-6440
Mika Miller, Extension Educator, 4-H Youth Development
[email protected] or 507-457-6440
Linda Mueller, Administrative Specialist
[email protected] or 507-457-6440
Project records are due to the Winona County Extension office by Oct. 1. The top records are eligible for a cash award of $100.
- Project records
- Leader forms
- Winona County 4-H September 2024 Newsletter
- 2023-2024 Winona County 4-H Club Information
- 2023-24 Year at a Glance Calendar
Winona County 4-H programming and success relies heavily on volunteers! We are looking for youth and adult volunteers for the following committee/activities.
Schedule Leading up to County Fair and Judging Schedule
Registration and FairEntry
- 2024 Winona County 4-H Premium Book
- Animal ID Information specific to the May 15 deadline and links associated with it.
- FairEntry Registration Instructions
- Fair Entry General and Livestock Project Registration Information
State Fair
- Minnesota State Fair 4-H Information can be found at the 4-H at the Minnesota State Fair page.
Important Dates
Agriculture
Agriculture events in Winona 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 Winona 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
Master Gardener volunteers are University of Minnesota-trained volunteers who educate the public about a variety of horticulture subjects using readily available, up-to-date, research-based information. This educational effort is designed to enhance the public's quality of life and to promote good stewardship of the environment.
Who are Master Gardener volunteers?
Master Gardeners come from all walks of life. They share gardening best practices that promote healthy landscapes, healthy food and healthy lives. Upon completing a core course, they contribute their time teaching research-based horticulture practices in their communities.
Contact Kristy Tibor, Master Gardener volunteer, for more information.
Gifts support local programming coordinated by Winona County Master Gardener volunteers.
Gardening events in Winona 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 Winona 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 Winona 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 Winona County
Learn more about staying healthy and eating well.
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 Winona County
Stay up to date with our health and nutrition news.
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.
Annette Shepardson, SNAP-Ed educator
[email protected] or 507-457-6440
Sustainable communities
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 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
Join us at an event in your community.
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
Find information on community-focused news.
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.