We may have a new name and a new logo, but these Extension Waupaca County educators are the SAME – they really are making an IMPACT on the citizens of WAUPACA COUNTY. Take a few moments and read our latest edition of our newsletter – Extension Impact: Education Makes a Difference.
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L W C Class XIX will have a Graduation program on Thursday, May 9, 2019 at the Par 4 Resort located at 201 Foxfire Drive in Waupaca. The evening will include a dinner, a presentation of community projects by the participants, and a graduation ceremony. It has been another wonderful year getting to know this […]
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The 2019 Town Official Workshop dates have been announced by the Local Government Center. This workshop will be available at 9 locations around Wisconsin and are sponsored by: UW-Madison Extension’s Local Government Center, Wisconsin Towns Association, UW-Madison Transportation Information Center and UW-Madison Extension County Offices. Workshops will be in Barneveld (May 7), Green Bay (May […]
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Mindfulness, Community Food Challenge, 4-H Youth Leadership Opportunities, Field Day Highlights Local Research and Connecting With and Learning About State Government are the topics of our Winter edition of the Extension Impact. Happy reading!
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The UW-Extension Local Government Center has several training opportunities! Local Government Essentials – 2018 “How to Run the Annual Town Meeting”; “Local Government Fiscal Stress: Drivers and Responses”; ” Alcohol Beverage Regulation and Licensing”; “Board of Review”. Details on each topic, cost, and registration information are available in this brochure. Local Land Use, Planning and […]
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The graduation of Leadership Waupaca County (LWC) Class XVII is fast approaching. This 9-month community leadership program began back in late August. Since then, participants have learned much about what it takes to be a community leader, the workings of local, county and state government as well as worked on a community project based on community issues […]
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Do you have a great UW-Extension experience or story to share with others?? We would love to hear your experiences and stories! Please take a moment to share them here: https://uwcx.org
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On Saturday, September 10, 2016 CAP Services and the City of Waupaca had a dedication ceremony for the new Waupaca Eco- Park. This new park offers a natural playground area, an education center and the Connie Abert Amphitheater. The Eco-Park reflects all the things that Connie Abert emulated in her programming as the Waupaca County […]
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The Waupaca County UW-Extension will be offering a series of webinars on farm succession and estate planning. Cost is $5.00/person per session OR $40 for the entire series for 2 farm family members. Pre-registration is required. To register contact our office at 715-258-6231 or email: dana.nelson@wisc.edu . Limited to 18 participants per session. The webinars […]
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Leadership Waupaca County will be accepting applications for Class XVII until July 31, 2016. Applications, brochure and other information can be found at https://fyi.extension.wisc.edu/leadershipwaupacaco/apply-now/. LWC’s mission is to develop informed, civic-minded leaders who are committed to the future of Waupaca County and its communities. The 9-month course consists of: 7 – one day sessions, 1 – […]
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On May 26th, Waupaca County UW-Extension Youth Development Educator Connie Abert was involved in a serious car accident. Our office is appreciative of the outpouring of concern and support for Connie. If you would like to follow Connie’s progress, her family has set up a Caring Bridge site for her. It is: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/connieabert **Please note […]
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Waupaca County UW-Extension welcomed Jessica Beckendorf as the new Community, Natural Resource, and Economic Development Educator in December. After graduating from Manawa High School, Jessica obtained a bachelor’s degree in Urban and Regional Studies from the University of Wisconsin – Green Bay, and a master’s degree in Communication and Leadership Studies from Gonzaga University. Jessica […]
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PRESS RELEASE Waupaca County UW-Extension – 811 Harding Street, Waupaca, WI54981 Phone: (715) 258-6230 FAX: (715) 258-6232 Title: Waupaca County Implements of Husbandry (IoH) Local Meetings Author: Greg Blonde As farming has modernized, agricultural equipment is now larger and heavier than ever. Although this can improve efficiency, it also raises concerns about the impact large […]
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Extension Impact-Spring 2014 In this issue: Recognizing the Wisconsin 4-H Council, Koles Receives Promotion to Professor, Certified as MBTI Instructor, Living Well Mentally, Nutrition Lessons in Waupaca County Elementary Schools, Family Living Programs Off to a Great Start in 2014, UWEX Beef Cattle Seminar held at Equity Livestock in Marion.
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April 9, 2014 2014 Wisconsin Lakes Partnership Convention aims to put research into action Award-winning biologist, University of Wisconsin researchers to highlight event Contact Eric Olson, 715-346-2192, eolson@uwsp.edu Stevens Point, Wis.—A researcher known for groundbreaking studies on the link between frogs and environmental contaminants will be the keynote speaker at the 2014 Wisconsin Lakes Partnership […]
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