ISU Extension and Outreach Sioux County

08/28/2026

Have you heard? Clover Kids registration opens September 1!

Questions? Contact Shelby at [email protected], or call 712-737-4230.

Find the link for registration and other helpful resources in the comments below!

08/27/2026

In a five-week span (the last day of August to the end of September) participants may learn about parts of our area we see but don't always appreciate.

Among the sessions will be a look at old growth oaks, a look at prairies through the perspective of famous naturalist Aldo Leopold, a tour of watersheds around the county and how they are managed, a look at our aquatic environment, and a consideration of locally grown produce and flowers. After Aug. 31, programs will be Sept. 8 14, 21, and 28. Programs will be at 6-8 p.m.

Cost of the program is $80 including online sessions, local program costs and food. Learn more and register at the link in the comments below!

08/27/2026

We hope you'll join us for the next Northwest Iowa Local Loop on September 10, 2026, in O'Brien County! We'll start by touring The Kitchen + Bath Studio a one-stop shop for kitchen, bathroom, flooring, and tile needs! Then we'll head over to Solsma's Punkin Patch, with around 65 kinds of pumpkins, gourds, and squash, along with beautiful mums, ornamental and broom corn; there's something for everyone!

Lunch is on your own, but we recommend checking out somewhere local like The Grain House or Jay's Restaurant in Sanborn. The Daily Grind in Hartley, or The O'Brien County Pub, Smolders Brew, Pro-Go Convenience Store, and Pizza Ranch in Primghar.

Register by 4 p.m. on September 8. Register early as space is limited to 25 participants. Call 712-957-5045 or visit the link in the comments to register.

08/24/2026

Cyclone Cattle Feeder days were cancelled for Sioux County. If you are still interested in attending at another location there is Monticello on August 25th and Osage on August 26th. To register please call Jones County Extension (319)465-3224 or Mitchell County Extension (641)732-5574.

08/24/2026

Don't miss this opportunity!! The Master Conservationist program will be held this fall for the first time in partnership with the Sioux County Conservation Board and other local conservation experts. This five-week blended online and in-person series will help participants better understand Iowa’s natural resources, ecosystems, conservation history, and current challenges while learning practical ways to become informed stewards and community conservation leaders. Sessions will be held at various locations throughout Sioux County. The cost for the program is $80 per person and covers meals, activities, and a Master Conservation Goodie Bag.

In-person sessions start August 31 with a trip to Oak Grove Prairie Woods Nature Center. Enjoy a delicious charcuterie board and explore the history and current structure of conservation in Iowa.

Dates for other session include September 8, 14, 21 and 28. Learn more and register at the link in the comments below!

08/22/2026

Are you an unpaid caregiver of an adult family member or friend with a chronic condition like Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, or dementia? From the comfort of your home, learn about ways to take care of yourself as you care for others. Upcoming classes and registration available at the link in the comments below.

08/20/2026

If you’re living with Parkinson’s disease—or supporting someone who is—knowing where to find reliable information and support matters. Join our virtual series beginning September 1 to learn more about Parkinson’s disease causes, symptoms, treatments, and available resources.

Learn more and register with the link in the comments below.

08/19/2026

From hands-on learning and new experiences to plenty of fun and friendship, our Clover Kids had an exciting year last year!

We put together a special look at the past year featuring highlights, photos and impact from our Clover Kids program. Take a look and see what these young learners have been up to! Find the Clover Kids Wrapped Overview link in the comments below.

08/18/2026

We are so excited to welcome Lauryn to Northwest Iowa!

Join us in welcoming Lauryn Smidt to the Iowa Beef Center! Lauryn is joining the team as a regional extension beef specialist serving northwest Iowa.

She joined the team in July and has spent the first month visiting county fairs and meeting producers, coworkers and youth across the region.

Lauryn grew up in Pipestone, MN, where she gained some initial experience in the beef industry with her family's cattle operation. She attended North Dakota State University before pursuing a M.S. in ruminant nutrition at the University of Nebraska - Lincoln.