NDSU Extension Walsh County

06/01/2026

Attention all 4-H Families!

05/12/2026

🌱🍅Calling all young gardeners!🍅🌱

The Junior Master Gardener Program is back this summer and we are excited to welcome youth ages 5-12 to join us for a fun-filled season of gardening, learning, and hands-on activities!

Participants will explore where our food comes from, learn gardening skills, and enjoy exciting weekly activities alongside friends all summer long.🌸🥕

📅 Wednesdays, June 3 – August 12, 2026
⏰ 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
📍 Walsh County Extension Office
101 County Road 12B, Park River, ND
💲 Free for all youth!

We would love to have your child join us this summer! ☀️🌱

If you have any questions or accommodation requests, please contact our office at (701) 284-6624.

Register here: https://forms.gle/VcpMHXG4SCGEL8Lc9

05/08/2026

🍓👩‍🍳 Kids’ Cooking School is back this June! 👨‍🍳🍞

Join NDSU Extension Walsh County for a fun, hands-on cooking experience designed for youth ages 8–12! Participants will build confidence in the kitchen while learning healthy eating habits and trying new foods each week.

📅 Tuesdays | June 2 – June 30, 2026
⏰ 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
📍 Walsh County Extension Office
101 Co Rd 12B, Park River, ND
💲 $30 per youth
👥 Limited to 10 participants

Youth will make recipes such as:
🍓 Fruit kebabs
🥪 Grilled SunButter & jelly sandwiches
🥣 Overnight oats
🥞 Corn Jacks
🥧 Chicken pot pies

Register here: docs.google.com/forms/d/1_OI_LhPt8pIkeiCYTtCHlI6nH2kY8UfIle-sNz8-8kI/viewform?ts=69fdea4e&edit_requested=true

Questions? Call 701-284-6624

04/30/2026

Today is the last day to register for Lead Local.
If you are a new leader, or looking to strengthen your leadership skills, this training is for you!

NDSU Extension Walsh County is hosting a Lead Local training on Thursday, May 7 in Grafton, ND.

This training is for anyone serving on boards, councils, or committees.
The training helps participants:
*Feel better prepared to effectively serve
*Recognize components of an effective meeting
*Learn basic parliamentary procedure
*Understand personality styles
*Use effective tools when dealing with conflict.

Register at https://agext-northdakotastate-ndus.nbsstore.net/lead-local-walsh-county
The training is 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM MDT at AgCountry Farm Credit Services, located at 1005 Hill Avenue, Grafton, ND.

Contact NDSU Extension Walsh County with any questions at [email protected] or call 701-284-6624.

04/01/2026

NDSU Extension Walsh County is hosting a Lead Local training on Thursday, May 7 in Grafton, ND.

This training is for anyone serving on boards, councils, or committees.
The training helps participants:
*Feel better prepared to effectively serve
*Recognize components of an effective meeting
*Learn basic parliamentary procedure
*Understand personality styles
*Use effective tools when dealing with conflict.

Register at https://agext-northdakotastate-ndus.nbsstore.net/lead-local-walsh-county
The training is 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM MDT at AgCountry Farm Credit Services, located at 1005 Hill Avenue, Grafton, ND.

Contact NDSU Extension Walsh County with any questions at [email protected] or call 701-284-6624.

03/16/2026

We apologize for the inconvenience, but our office will be CLOSED until approximately 2:00 p.m. on Monday, March 16 due to pesticide training in Grafton.

03/01/2026

02/23/2026

⏰ This Saturday! Sheep Producer Workshop at Lillehaugen Farms near Brocket.

🕛 Noon meal | 🕧 12:30 presentations | 🚜 Tour

Don’t be sheepish, bring your questions. We’re ready to ram through them. 🐏

NDSU Extension - Nelson County

02/19/2026

We're just over a week away from the Sheep Producer Workshop
Join us Saturday, February 28!

02/19/2026