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4-H Program

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.

Health & Well-Being

Providing a source of well-researched, quality information about families and relationships.

FoodWIse

Providing nutrition education to advance health eating habits and active livestyles for families with limited incomes.

Latest News

We’re Hiring ! 4-H Program Educator

We’re Hiring ! 4-H Program Educator

Come be a part of the Monroe County Office! We’re looking for an energetic candidate who enjoys working with youth and adults supporting community engagement and leadership. Job Summary: The 4-H Program Educator is a part of the Division of Extension Wisconsin 4-H Program, which is housed within the Positive Youth Development (PYD) Institute. The […]

Fur, Fin & Feather Fun Show

Fur, Fin & Feather Fun Show

This small animal show will be held on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at the Sparta Barney Community Center, 1000 E. Montgomery St., Sparta. This event is open to all youth in grades 3-13. There are a some areas where youth in grades K-2 can enter. The show gives our youth the opportunity to show their […]

Upham Woods Summer Camp

Upham Woods Summer Camp

The 2026 Driftless Summer Camp registration at Upham Woods is officially OPEN!Reminder that this is a first come-first served. Only 100 campers will be accepted from all 5 counties that participate. Get your name in now, and then secure your full payment with the office by June 1st, 2026. After June 1st there will be […]

Shooting Sports

Shooting Sports

The archery and air rifle sessions for 4-H members will start on Monday, February 23, 2026 and run through Monday, March 30, 2026, from 6-8 pm at the Gold Recreation Building at the Monroe County Fairgrounds in Tomah. The mandatory safety training will be held on Monday, February 23rd at 5 p.m. All participants are […]

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Extension Monroe County

206 S K Street
Sparta, WI 54656

(608) 269-8722

Hours: M-F 8am – 4:30pm

The office is closed all major holidays and the day after Thanksgiving

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