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Boundary Waters wildfires: 10 things you can do

Learn 10 practical ways to stay safe, manage stress and support others during wildfires in and near the Boundary Waters.
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Lawn Leaders guide neighbors to healthier home lawns

Lawn Leaders are Master Gardener volunteers who have opted to level up their knowledge — and even turn their yards into teaching spaces — because people are more likely to trust their own neighbors.
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Everyday families struggle to afford summer opportunities

New research from the Afterschool Alliance shows that while many families want outdoor, screen-free enrichment activities, cost continues to be the biggest barrier to access.
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Announcing the 2026-27 Minnesota 4-H State Ambassadors

The newly selected Minnesota 4-H State Ambassador team consists of 31 youth from across the state who will serve as youth leaders and spokespeople for Minnesota 4-H.
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Minnesota 4-H

Minnesota 4-H is the largest youth development program in the state, serving over 50,000 young people every year.
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Over 150 youth from across Minnesota planted seeds of leadership at state 4-H leadership conference

YELLO, the state 4-H leadership conference, brings together 4-H youth to explore personal growth, develop leadership skills and connect with peers and mentors.
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Become a board member

Learn more about opportunities to work with fellow community members and University faculty and staff who are passionate about sustainability in your region.
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Become a work group member

Work group members play a critical role as RSDP's ambassadors in their communities. They spread the word about resources available through RSDP and encourage community members to submit Idea Briefs.
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Improving climate resilience in buildings, homes and outdoor spaces

Making buildings and outdoor sites more resilient to climate change is something that both homeowners and building professionals can contribute to.
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Coaching and training for local business retention initiatives

Is your community ready to launch a business retention initiative in Minnesota? Extension offers training, facilitation and expert advice to community leaders to help you move through the process.
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Changing our mental and emotional trajectory (COMET)

COMET (Changing Our Mental and Emotional Trajectory) is a two-hour interactive training that teaches participants how to reach out in a meaningful, respectful and supportive way to friends, co-workers ...
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Apply to be a Minnesota 4-H Agriculture Ambassador

Passionate about agriculture and want to make an impact? Ready to share your story, inspire others and grow as a leader? The 2025-26 Minnesota 4-H Agriculture Ambassadors with 4-H State Director ...