There are many questions right now about COVID-19 and whether it can be transmitted through the food we eat. Dr. Barbara Ingham, Professor and Food Safety Specialist with the University of Wisconsin-Madison recently shared responses to common questions people are asking about food safety and COVID-19. Is COVID-19 going to make us sick through the […]

Extension Lincoln County has put together a page of resources to help during the COVID-19 emergency:  Being Calm and Prepared for COVID-19 This webpage has resources to help with the financial, physical, emotional, and social implications of the current health crisis and is updated regularly as the situation evolves. We need to work together to […]

Now is the time to showcase your decorating skills. Lincoln County & Langlade County youth let your creativity shine by decorating cupcakes.   The Cupcake Wars contest is open to all youth in Lincoln & Langlade Counties, not just 4-Hers. Photos are due March 26. Photos will be uploaded to Facebook for community judging. The […]

Due to the COVID-19 virus outbreak and the policies of University of Wisconsin-Madison, Division of Extension, all Extension Lincoln County Staff are working from home.  All meetings for 4-H, HCE, Master Gardeners and Live Sustainable will be held virtually, if possible. Rebecca Kludy, program assistant, will be in the office, however, all our educators are […]

Thank you to everyone who helped make the O’Tannenbaum Tour and the Parade fundraiser at Johnson Gifts a success!  Thanks to everyone who donated (time and items) and thanks to all who purchased something!  Generosity such as yours is enables Lincoln County 4H to do such amazing things! Complete list of O’Tannenbaum Winners: Wreaths: 1. […]

Inspire Kids To Do!  Are you ready to join 4-H?  Do you have questions on how to enroll?  If you need assistance let us know.

Spring has finally arrived. As you get started spring cleaning this year, consider disposing of unused or unwanted medications. Wisconsin has seen a significant increase in opioid overdose deaths over the last several decades. In 2000, there were 111 deaths due to opioid overdose. In 2017, that number increased to 916. That’s more than a […]

Interested in helping at the 2019 Summer Camp. Click the link for more information. 2019 4-H Summer Camp – Adult Staff Needed

Are you interested in attending the 2019 4-H Summer Camp?  We are seeking adults who would love to spend a few days at one of our 4-H Camps as an adult chaperone.  It is a great opportunity to learn along side our 4-H youth while building relationships that last a life time. Check out the […]

This health advisory is being issued by the State and Local Health Officers to inform the public about the alarming statistics on current e-cigarette use among youth in Wisconsin. In Wisconsin, current e-cigarette use among Wisconsin high school students increased 154% between 2014 and 2018. In 2014, just under 8% of Wisconsin high school students […]