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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.

UPCOMING EVENTS

For more information on these latest events, simply click on the event title.

AgKansitions (Protecting Your Ag Legacy)-Farm and Ranch Transition Conference. February 17, 2026 9:00 A.M.-3:00 P.M. The River Room, Fort Scott, KS. $25 registration fee, $20 for 4 or more. Includes refreshments, lunch, and all conference materials. Flyer coming soon!

Ag Profitability Conferences-Making "cents" of a Shifting Ag Economy. February 5, 2026, 9:00 A.M.-2:30 P.M. Neosho Valley Event Center, Erie, KS. Register HERE or scan the QR code on the flyer!

Calving School-Save the date - January 7, 2026. Neosho Valley Event Center, Erie, KS. Flyer coming soon!

Walk With Ease-A walking program developed by the Arthritis Foundation that includes health education, stretching, strengthening exercises, and motivational strategies. January 26th-March 4th. Monday's & Wednesday's 10:00-11:00 A.M. Community Center, Bronson. Call 620-244-3826 to enroll!

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy-Join this strength training class, twice a week for one-hour and improve your health. January 20th-March 12th. Tuesday's & Thursday's 9:00-10:00 A.M. Galesburg Community Center. Call 620-244-3826 to register by January 13th. $10 donation.

Managing Alpha-Gal Syndrome-Learn foods to avoid, protein alternatives, and practical tips for balanced, nutrient-rich meals. Thursday, December 11th. SEK Impact Center, Chanute. Doors open at 5:00 P.M. To register us the QR code on the flyer or LINK. You can also contact Sandy Haggard at 620-365-2242 or sjhaggard@ksu.edu

Dining with Diabetes-Designed especially for people with type 2 diabetes, this program will help you learn the skills needed to promote good health. 4 Wednesday sessions: Nov. 5 & 19, Dec. 3 & 10, 12:30-2:30 P.M. Southwind Extension Office, Iola, KS. $25. Registration required at 620-365-2242 or sjhaggard@ksu.edu

Back To The Land: Harvest and Butcher: A Whitetail Processing Program-Dr. Drew Rickets, K-State Wildlife Specialist, will be presenting information on the field dressing and processing of whitetail deer. Wednesday, December 10th at 6:00 P.M. Bourbon County Fairgrounds. Reservations are required for meal count: 620-223-3720

Medicare Election Period-Meet with Tara Solomon Smith, Certified Senior Health Insurance Counselor, for a free consultation to check your Medicare Prescription Drug Part D coverage. 6 different location options. Call 620-244-3826 to schedule your appointment.

Help with Food or Medical Assistance-Do you need help with food or medical assistance? We can help you with the forms. Every 1st Thursday of the month, 1:00-3:00 P.M. Toronto Public Library

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, Fort Scott, Iola. Call Hollie @ 620-625-8620 for more information.

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