1 in 5 people live with a mental health condition. Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders. This training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial support to someone who may be developing a mental health […]
As part of the Raising Wisconsin’s Children Extension Parenting series, Bev Doll, Human Development and Relationships Educator, and a group of fellow extension educators are offering a parenting program especially for dads. The program is intended for fathers of children between 0-12, but all fathers and father figures are welcome to attend. Sessions will be […]
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UW Madison Division of Extension’s online training course, Planning Livestock Emergency Transport Response (PELTR) is now taking registrations. The course is intended for first responders, including fire/EMS/law enforcement/State Patrol, county highway department and emergency management, public health, and safety communicators. Governmental administrators, veterinarians, and those experienced in handling livestock who may provide planning assistance to […]
For more details and how to apply, please visit https://jobs.hr.wisc.edu/en-us/job/513595/foodwise-nutrition-educator-iowa-grant-green-lafayette-counties or by contacting: Lynn Perkins lynn.perkins@wisc.edu 608-341-6307 Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1 (out-of-state: TTY: 800.947.3529, STS: 800.833.7637) and above Phone number (See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. ) The Nutrition Educator is a member of the Iowa, Grant, Green, and Lafayette Counties FoodWIse team. Nutrition Educators are peer […]
The April/May Echo is packed full of information; the most important being April is National Volunteer Appreciation Month. 4-H is able to happen because of our dedicated, knowledgeable and caring 4-H volunteers. If you are a leader…THANK YOU. If you are a member, remember to thank the volunteers that make a difference in your life. The […]
2022 Grant County Fair Animal identification information and forms are now available. Check the links out for more details on the specific species. For questions, contact the Grant County Extension Office at (608) 723-2125 or the Grant County Fair Office at (608) 723-2135.
The March 2022 4-H Echo Newsletter includes information about mini grants, scholarships, Communication ARTS Day, and more! Remember to enroll/re-enroll before April 1 in order to exhibit as a 4-Her at the Grant County Fair. .
FOCUS ON FATHERS PARENTING PROGRAM | WINTER 2022 We know that fathers play a critical role in their child’s growth and development. Father involvement is important. For example, the relationship between a father and a child has a deep impact on children’s healthy development in language, thinking, physical, and social–emotional learning. Involved fathers enhance their […]
Happy New Year! The 4-H January 2022 Echo newsletter included information and other upcoming events. If you have questions about enrolling or re-enrolling in Grant County 4-H, please contact the Grant County Extension Office at 608-723-2125.
The 4-H Awards Virtual Program from 2020 can be found at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EfS7WfcRguo There were so many members who put the time into practice and who have prepared, only to find out their contests and competitions were not able to happen due to COVID-19. We congratulate all members who continued practicing and learning the projects and […]
The December 2021 4-H newsletter includes information on re-enrollment, 4-H Ambassadors, beef/steer id for the Grant County Fair and more. Contact the Extension Office with any questions on enrollment or further details. The enrollment website is: wi.4honline.com. The deadline to add/change projects for the Grant County Fair is April 1. Congratulations to all of the award […]
The weather has been gorgeous this summer, we hope you have had some time with your family to enjoy it! The July/August 4-H ECHO is packed with information regarding the Extension/4-H COVID Guidelines, Grant County Fair, 4-H opportunities and upcoming dates to be aware of! Also, information on how you can register for 4-H Fun […]
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