MSU Extension Schoolcraft County

A message from the District Director

Mother Teresa said, “I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the waters and create many ripples.” MSU Extension acts as a catalyst for lasting change across the Upper Peninsula and beyond, reaching all ages and communities. Our programs support youth, farmers, older adults, and local economies, making a broad impact. For over 100 years, MSU Extension has partnered with organizations to bring Michigan State University’s knowledge to our communities, amplifying our collective impact. Together, we achieve more than any single entity could alone. I’ve been with MSU Extension for nine years, first as a Health Educator and now as District Director for the Eastern Upper Peninsula. I look forward to continuing our work and exploring new ways to collaborate and create positive ripples of impact in Schoolcraft County and beyond.
- Erin Daines, District 2 Director. 

Impact at a glance

• 114 extension programs including Schoolcraft residents
• 975 Schoolcraft residents attended extension programs
• 43 extension programs held in the county
• 991 people attended programs held in the county 
• 32 extension educators, specialists, and program staff reported data for Schoolcraft County
• 30 commercial/Residential soil test kits analyzed for Schoolcraft County
• 206 youth enrolled in county 4-H 
• 819 4-H youth participants
• 3 "Ask Extension Questions answered in Schoolcraft County

MSU Financial Impacts in Schoolcraft County

• $812,749 total impact 
• $263, 470 financial aid disbursement
• $7,522 spent in local businesses

4-H 2023 Recap

Schoolcraft county had a wonderful group of 22 youth, 5 volunteers, and 1 program coordinator attend U.P. 4-H Camp at Clear Lake Education Center nestled in a lush forest off the grid Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. The campers participated in a clue challenge, a dance, arts and crafts, apple play, canoeing, campfire time (skits, songs, & smores), ice cream making, intro to coding, iPad: nature sketching, learning financial literacy through a money carnival, nature hikes, team sports, scavenger hunts, shooting sports (archery and BB guns), swam, and more - all while learning new skills and making new friends. We ended with awards and a slideshow! 

Read the full report for more information on Schoolcraft County in 2023!