Welcome to Southwind District
As a part of K-State Research and Extension, Southwind District programs present educational information and programming related to agriculture and natural resources, family and consumer sciences, 4-H youth development, and community vitality.
We serve the people of Allen, Bourbon, Neosho and Woodson Counties and have offices in each of those counties.
Our philosophy is to help people help themselves by taking university knowledge to where people live, work, and play. We work at being responsive to the needs of the people by focusing our resources on providing quality information, education, and problem-solving for real concern. The information we provide is research-based and unbiased.
New 4-H Year!!
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For more information on these latest events, simply click on the event title.
Free Walk With Ease-Designed for people with arthritis or individuals who have been physically in-active. November 4th-December 18th on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday's. 10:00-11:00 A.M. Toronto Gymnasium. Register by contacting Lea Kay Karleskint at 620-224-0182 or lkarleskint@ksu.edu
Create Better Health-Explore simple and quick ways that you can create better health for you and your family. This is a series of 4 classes that will build upon each other. Humboldt United Methodist Church. November 12th, 14th, 19th, and 21st at 5:00 P.M. For more information contact: Alisha Turner at 620-228-3899 or aturner@kcsl.org. Lea Kay Karleskint at 620-24-0182 or lkarleskint@ksu.edu
Coyote Trapping & Predator Calling-Join Dr. Drew Rickets, K-State Extension Specialist for Wildlife Management and Control. Wednesday, November 13th, Southwind Extension Iola Office, 6:00 P.M. Meal, 6:30 Program Begins. For questions or RSVP call 620-365-2242.
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy Chanute-An eight-week, evidence-based strength training program designed for older adults who want to improve their quality of life and stay active. October 2-November 22, Wednesday's & Friday's, 9:00-10:00 A.M. $10 per person. Call Casey @ 620-365-2242 to register.
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy La Harpe-An eight-week, evidence-based strength training program designed for older adults who want to improve their quality of life and stay active. October 23-December 20, Wednesday's & Friday's, 10:00-11:00 A.M. Call Hollie @ 620-625-8620 to register.
OWL Hour-Join us for an hour long social gathering where we will come together to discuss and discover new things and topics. Every 2nd full week of the month, 10:00-11:00 A.M. Location Options-Yates Center, St. Paul, Humboldt, Bronson. Call Hollie @ 620-625-8620 for more information.
Medicare Election Period Events-Meet with a certified K-State Research and Extension Professional for a free consultation! Medicare Election Period Oct. 15 - Dec. 7.
Fresh Conversations-A new, or fresh, newsletter each month. Each issue focuses on a current health topic and offers practical tips and sensible solutions ot everyday problems. We are offering in-person meetings! 4 Meeting Locations: Fort Scott, Neosho Falls, Toronto, Iola.
Click on the articles below to stay up to date on the current hot topics.
Feeling Stretched as a Caregiver?
Tips to Keep Unwanted Pests Out
Fall Control for Marestail or Horseweed
A Beneficial Walk Through Your Community
Get Prepared in Case of an Emergency
Feedlot Heart Failure: Where are we, and what have we learned?