Pasture Management Seminar - February 24th
(Posted on 2/9/2010)
Seminar topics include: Pre-grazing season management, planning (fertility, interseeding, etc.); Optimizing grazing season production; ISU data and Iowa experiences with extended grazing; What do I do when pastures are short? (drought years, etc.). Speakers will be Dr. Robert Kallenbach, University of Missouri Extension Specialist, and Joe Sellers, ISU Beef Program Specialist.

Computer Workshop - RESCHEDULED - February 16th
(Posted on 2/5/2010)
Learn How To Convert Your Slides and Photos Into Digital Files. Follow the link above for more info! (PLEASE NOTE: The workshop has been rescheduled and will now be held at Winterset Public Library.)

Central Area Lock-In for Senior 4-Her's
(Posted on 2/4/2010)
The SENIOR Lock-in is an event sponsored by the Polk County Council at the Altoona Campus in Altoona, IA. Admission is $10 and a canned food item, and there will be swimming, movies, and various tournaments throughout the evening.

Snow Camp - Sat, Feb 20th
(Posted on 2/2/2010)
Madison County Extension and Madison County Conservation are teaming up to host Snow Camp, a day camp for youth in grades K-4th! Camp participants will explore the wonderful world of snow with fun indoor and outdoor activities, including winter-themed games, crafts, snacks and more!

Rainscaping Seminar
(Posted on 2/1/2010)
RainScaping practices improve water quality, restore habitat, and add beauty to the landscape. Learn about water management strategies you can use, rain gardens, native plantings and beautifying your lawn at an upcoming seminar hosted by Madison County Master Gardeners, Rainscaping Iowa--Landscapes for Cleaner Water.

Consider 4-H for New Monsanto Grant Program
(Posted on 2/1/2010)
The Iowa 4-H Foundation hopes farmers will direct community grant dollars to 4-H through a new pilot program that Monsanto is offering throughout Iowa.

H1N1 Flu
(Posted on 9/11/2009)
2009 H1N1 (referred to as “swine flu” early on) is a new influenza virus causing illness in people. This new virus was first detected in people in the United States in April 2009. This virus is spreading from person-to-person worldwide, probably in much the same way that regular seasonal influenza viruses spread. (Follow the link above for more information.)

VIDEOGRAPHY CLUB--Sign up here!
(Posted on 4/6/2009)
Madison County 4-H Videography Club is a special interest club for youth who are interested in video planning, production and editing. Any Madison County youth in grade 4, 5, or 6 is eligible to join and new members are welcome!

Youth Babysitters--Join the Club!
(Posted on 12/17/2008)
At Madison County 4-H Babysitting Club, you can increase your babysitting skills and knowledge, learn about local babysitting jobs through the club's babysitter referral service, make new friends and have lots of fun! Follow the link above for more information.