MSU Extension in Oscoda County

MSU Extension values the opportunity to bring knowledge and expertise to meet the needs of the residents of Oscoda County. Please reach out to Interim District Director Julie Darnton at darntonj@msu.edu with questions or requests related to youth development, community development, health and nutrition, and agriculture.

Enrollment is open for 4-H statewide. Participation fees are no longer required for youth. Enroll in 4-H via 4-H Online (https://v2.4honline.com/)

Events

Oct 26

Mindfulness for Better Sleep (Fall Virtual Series October 26th)

October 26, 2026 – November 30, 2026

This series includes Mindfulness and the Sleep Education for Everyone Program.
Oct 26

Oscoda County A Matter of Balance

October 26, 2026 – November 18, 2026 1:00-3:00pm ET Oscoda County Council on Aging, 429 N. Mt. Tom Rd., Mio, MI

A Matter of Balance is an award-winning program designed to reduce the fear of falling, increase confidence and improve activity levels among older adults.
Oct 27

Mindfulness Pebbles: Principles and Practice, Oct. 27-Dec 1, 10-11am ET

October 27, 2026 – December 1, 2026 Online

Mindfulness Pebbles: Principles and Practice is a six-lesson series that introduces the core principles of mindfulness and provides opportunities for experiencing mindfulness practices.
Oct 27

Applications for the 2027 Organic Farmer Training Program are now open!

October 27, 2026 – February 22, 2027 Scholarship application deadline is November 15. Applications for Detroit, GR and Flint encouraged by November 15. Applications accepted until the cohort is full.

New farmers in can now apply for the 2027 MSU Organic Farmer Training Program in Detroit, East Lansing, Grand Rapids and our new site in Flint. More info at https://www.canr.msu.edu/organic_farmer_training_program/about/apply-now
Oct 28

Sleep Education for Everyone Program (SLEEP) - Virtual

October 28, 2026 – December 2, 2026 10:00-10:30 AM ET Online via Zoom

SLEEP is a virtual workshop designed for those looking for more sleep or better quality of sleep.