Douglas County | Extension County Offices

Extension is expanding its online education and resources while in-person events and classes are canceled.

4-H

4-H Exhibit Registration Open Now

Registration is now open through Wednesday, July 15 to register 4-H exhibits!
2020 Douglas County Fair Announcement

As many of you have heard, the Douglas County fair board has made the difficult decision to cancel the 2020 Douglas County Fair due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
State Fair cancellation

Extension is creating alternate experiences for 4-H'ers and others. "It won’t replace the Fair but we are committed to meaningful programming," says Dean Durgan.
4-H Dog Training

Get all the details including dog training flyer and schedule!
Dog & Horse ID Information Mailing (2020)

Time sensitive dog and horse information mailed to members soon.

Gardening Brown Bag Series Offered

From seed starting, jumping worms, garden tools, rain water, vegetables, flowers and so much more - these lunch-time sessions are very informative and interesting. Hope you'll join us!

Weird Bumps on Leaves? You’ve Got Galls!

Most of the abnormal growths I am seeing are galls created by egg laying or feeding insects and mites.
Become an Extension Master Gardener

If you believe that you have the skills and passion it takes to be an Extension Master Gardener, applications open in early July!
Using Fertilizers In Your Garden VIDEO

Learn how to read product labels and how to properly use fertilizers.

Choosing the Type of Tomato You Will Enjoy VIDEO

Before planting tomatoes, learn about the different varieties.
Gardening Brown Bag Series Offered

From seed starting, jumping worms, garden tools, rain water, vegetables, flowers and so much more - these lunch-time sessions are very informative and interesting. Hope you'll join us!

Douglas County partners with Extension to deliver even more practical education and research right in your county.

U of M Extension
Douglas County

720 Fillmore Ste B090
Alexandria MN 56308-1763

(320) 762-3890 (phone)
(320) 762-3871 (fax)
mnext-douglas@umn.edu