U of M Extension

Overview

The University of Minnesota Extension is a three-way partnership between Sherburne County, the University of Minnesota, and the United States Department of Agriculture. Extension focuses on delivering high quality, relevant educational programs and research-based information in three core areas:

  • Community Development and Vitality
  • Land, Food, and Environment
  • Youth Development and Family Living

The University of Minnesota Extension is the major outreach arm of the University of Minnesota, our state's land grant institution with a mission to serve the public through applied research and education. There are Extension offices on the University campuses, Research and Outreach Centers (formerly experiment stations), and in every county throughout the state to serve Minnesota's 87 counties providing the link between land grant research and Minnesota's citizens.

Our statewide network of researchers, educators, and volunteers address critical needs by focusing on issues where research-based education can make a difference.

Educational programs are offered through group settings, one-on-one contacts, mass communications, distance learning, self-learning opportunities, and collaborative efforts for citizens of Sherburne County, including families, youth, seniors, food producers, communities, and organizations.

View current programs, upcoming workshops and educational publications on our Sherburne County Extension Website or connect to 4-H in Sherburne County.

Come to our county office for:

  • 4-H publications
  • Minnesota Gardening Calendars
  • Plat books
  • Private Pesticide Applicator Training packets
  • Soil Test Kits
  • University of Minnesota publications
  • Yard & Garden Information Request Forms
Upcoming Events
  • Sherburne County Community Garden Plots
    May 1, 2010 - October 31, 2010

    Would you love to have a garden plot but just don’t have the space or right location? Community Garden plots are now available in Elk River, Becker and Zimmerman to rent. For a minimal onetime fee of $15 rent a prepared and plotted 10’ x 10’ garden plot to use from May 1—October 31.

    Plots are available on a first come first served basis. Spots are still available in all three gardens but are filling up fast. Renters are responsible for planting, weeding, and best of all, harvesting their own produce for personal use. Gardeners of all experience levels are welcome!

  • 4-H Day Camp & Workshop Registration
    June 1, 2010 - August 13, 2010

    Find all the detailed information and forms you need to sign-up to attend any of our summer day camps or workshops by clicking on the link above:

    • Performing Arts Camp "Act Out" - August 4-6
    • Wilderness Day Camp - August 12
    • Consumer Savvy Day Camp - August 13
    • Purse-sonalize It Workshop - August 14

    You do not need to be a member of 4-H to participate, just follow the directions on the registration form for your chosen activity and your all set!

U of M Extension Contact:

Sherburne County Govt Center
ATTN: U of M Extension
13880 Highway 10
13880 Business Center Drive
Elk River, MN 55330-4601

Office Location & Hours

Phone: 763-241-2720
800-433-5236
Fax: 763-241-2727

mnext-sherburne@umn.edu