We are the educational arm of Ogemaw County government, with an emphasis on providing educational services that address the needs of local citizens and communities.We are also the community’s resource link to Michigan State University and bring practical, research-based information to the citizens.Our educational programs empower people to make choices that may ultimately transform their lives.MSU Extension staff also builds partnerships with other community agencies and organizations to meet locally identified needs.Hundreds of trained volunteers help extend our educational efforts to all areas of the county.
You can explore the educational programs and resources we offer using the navigation bar on the left.
MSU Extension is funded jointly by the Ogemaw County Board of Commissioners, the State of Michigan through MSU and federally through the US Department of Agriculture.Please contact us if you would like more information.
Michigan State University Extension programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status, or family status.Michigan State University, U.S. Department of Agriculture and Ogemaw County cooperating.MSU is an affirmative action, equal-opportunity institution.
A new addition of the Ogemaw County Plat Book is expected to be published and available for purchase by November 1, 2009. Contact the Ogemaw County MSU Extension office for future information.
MSU Extension for the 21st century will move Michigan forward
MSU Extension has conducted a vigorous internal discussion focused on resculpting itself into a 21st-century organization, while continuing its dedication to furthering the quality of life and prosperity of Michigan citizens. The program now will carry that conversation to its external stakeholders, starting with partners in state government.
“The Michigan Agricultural Experiment Station and Michigan State University Cooperative Extension have historically provided relevant, responsive services that were tailored to our rural communities," said Gov. Jennifer M. Granholm. "As Michigan moves from rust to green, these programs will be focused on enhancing our local communities’ efforts to collaborate and innovate in the new clean energy economy. I support continued funding for this restructuring, with its emphasis on growing Michigan's new green economy.” Read the entire announcement on the MSU News site.
Ogemaw County Staff Directory
Fred Hinkley, County Extension Director, Extension Educator, Agriculture
Dorothy Munn, Extension Educator, 4-H Youth Development
Kathy Adair, Extension Educator, Economic Development
Parents, discover 4-H projects together with your child, volunteer to be a 4-H Leader! It’s not hard to share your knowledge and talents with young people. You can explore a new project and learn right along with the members using our excellent resources, meeting supplies, suggestions and activities. As a leader you have the flexibility to decide topics, meeting dates and times. New Leader training is provided. Imagine your own satisfaction at watching a young person blossom through your mentoring help. Leader applications are available from the 4-H staff.
MSU is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer. Michigan State University Extension programs and materials are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, religion, age, height, weight, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status, family status or veteran status. Issued in furtherance of MSU Extension work, acts of May 8 and June 30, 1914, in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Thomas G. Coon, Director, MSU Extension, East Lansing, MI 48824. This information is for educational purposes only. Reference to commercial products or trade names does not imply endorsement by MSU Extension or bias against those not mentioned.
