What can we help you with?
Extension’s mission is to connect people with the University of Wisconsin. We teach, learn, lead and serve, transforming lives and communities. UW-Madison is public university guided by public service. The Wisconsin Idea stipulates that education should influence people’s lives beyond the boundaries of the classroom.
Programs
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4-H
4-H is a community of young people across America who are learning leadership, citizenship, and life skills!
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Agriculture
If it happens on a farm or in a field, the Extension Institute of Agriculture works with you to achieve better results.
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Horticulture
Covering everything from soil to trees, water quality to plant health, and every insect in between.
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Community Development
Working with community organizations and local governments to promote community food systems development.
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Families & Finances
Providing a source of well-researched, quality information about families and relationships.
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Health
Our research-based programs are focused on food and nutrition security, chronic disease prevention, mental health promotion, prevention of substance use prevention, and access to health care.
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FoodWIse
Providing nutrition education to advance health eating habits and active lifestyles for families with limited incomes.
Latest News
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FATHERS IN FOCUS CONFERENCE 2024: PARTICIPANT REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
We are excited to share that the October 11th, 2024 Fathers In Focus Conference Participant’s Registration Portal is OFFICIALLY OPEN! Our Inaugural event will be pleased to introduce our two internationally recognized opening and closing Keynote Speakers: Kenneth Braswell, author, activist, and CEO of Fathers Incorporated, and Dr. Brandon Frame, Senior Director of Social Emotional Learning with The Urban Assembly. […]
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Resilient Co-Parenting
Join us the 1st Thursday of every month for topic specific online classes that are designed for parents or caregivers raising children together while living apart. Register today! go.wisc.edu/21t6cz
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Pollinator Week Programming from Extension Horticulture
Join Extension for this free online program on how to control insect pests in your backyard while also protecting pollinators! This presentation covers the fundamentals of Integrated Pest Management (IPM), understanding pesticide labels, knowing the difference between systemic and contact pesticides, and toxicity levels of common products or ingredients for pollinators. There is no cost […]
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Focus on Fathers
I’d like to share a free parenting class opportunity. This is an online class specifically created for fathers and those in a father role. We know that fathers play a critical role in a child’s healthy growth and development. We also know that fathers need a place to connect and learn from each other. The […]
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Raising Wisconsin’s Children
Join free online parenting classes the 3rd Thursday of every month at 1:00 PM. Connect with other parents and caregivers. Get practical, positive, research-based parenting information. Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdd1n1-3I-t3TZ5_63254LcNGwBqNKM2qVW7-KPRwbNXx1lBQ/viewform
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Hmong in Wisconsin: A Statistical Overview
In collaboration with The Hmong Institute, the Applied Population Lab has released an updated chartbook on demographic changes among Hmong residents of Wisconsin.
Our Office
Extension St. Croix County
1960 8th Ave, Suite 140
Baldwin, WI 54002
Phone: (715) 531-1930
711 for Wisconsin Relay
Office Hours: Monday – Thursday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Due to community work, trainings and meetings please call ahead to our office to ensure that someone will be here to support your needs. We don’t want you to make unwanted or unnecessary trips.
The office is closed all major holidays.