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 13

Walk with Ease (Self-directed Enhanced) October - November

October 13, 2025 – November 21, 2025 Self-paced

The Arthritis Foundation Walk with Ease Program is an exercise program that can reduce pain and improve overall health. If you can be on your feet for 10 minutes without increased pain, you can have success with Walk with Ease.
Oct 28

Online - Mindfulness for Better SLEEP Oct/Dec Weekly

October 28, 2025 – December 2, 2025 Online via Zoom

This series will introduces participants to the practice of mindfulness and techniques to improve the quality and quantity of their sleep.
Oct 28

Online Guiding Principles for Highly Successful Parenting Webinar Series - October - November 2025

October 28, 2025 – November 25, 2025 11:30am-1:00pm ET online

Guiding Principles is a FREE online course for parents of toddlers to teens to learn strategies for helping children, parents and families be successful.
Oct 30

Online Building Early Emotional Skills for Parents Webinar Series - October-November 2025

October 30, 2025 – November 20, 2025 7:30am-9:00pm ET online

Building Early Emotional Skills (BEES) for Parents is a FREE online course for parents and caregivers of children 0-3 about developing positive social emotional health.
Nov 1

Applications for the 2026 Organic Farmer Training Program are now open!

November 1, 2025 – February 22, 2026 Scholarship application deadline is November 15. Applications for Detroit encouraged by November 15. Applications accepted until the cohort is full.

New farmers in can now apply for the 2026 MSU Organic Farmer Training Program in Detroit, East Lansing and our new site in Grand Rapids. More info at https://www.canr.msu.edu/organic_farmer_training_program/about/apply-now