AGRICULTURE
RED LODGE/CARBON COUNTY
WHO
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Everyone!
WHAT
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Our mission is to promote a healthy food system that improves our community’s quality of life, economy and self-reliance while preserving the land for generations to come.
WHERE
RED LODGE AREA FOOD PARTNERSHIP COUNCIL
CARBON COUNTY 4-H
WHO
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Youth ages 5 and up, with age requirements varying by program and project. Adults can also participate as trained 4-H volunteers.
WHAT
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4-H offers more than 100 different projects and learning experiences that will engage you actively while you’re having fun.
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4-H projects rely on trained adult volunteers who work with you as a partner and resource for your own learning. From learning how to cook or sew, to raising an animal or camping, and everything in between, 4-H offers youth a wide range of choices and opportunities.
WHEN
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2026–27 year, October 1, 2026, with enrollment available through December 1, 2026.
WHERE
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MSU Carbon County Extension Office 202 State St., Joliet, MT 59041
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(406)-962-3522
WEBSITE
CARBON COUNTY
CARBON COUNTY EXTENSION OFFICE
WHO
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Carbon County residents and communities.
COST
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Generally free or low-cost, depending on the program.
WHAT
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MSU Extension connects Carbon County residents with university specialists and local Extension agents to provide practical, research-based education and resources. Programs include agriculture and natural resources, 4-H and youth development, horticulture, family and consumer sciences, and community education.
WHEN
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8am-5pm Monday - Friday
WEBSITE
CARBON COUNTY INVASIVE PLANT DEPARTMENT (WEED DISTRICT)
WHO
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Carbon County residents, landowners, farmers, ranchers, businesses, municipalities, and government agencies needing information or assistance with noxious weeds and invasive plants.
COST
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Free information and assistance; fees/costs may apply for specific weed-control services or materials.
WHAT
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Provides noxious weed and invasive plant identification, education, control and management services. The department also offers resources and assistance for landowners, including herbicide cost-share programs.
WHERE
WEBSITE
OTHER
RURAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
WHO
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Low-income and economically disadvantaged agricultural workers and their families who meet program eligibility requirements. Services are available to eligible seasonal and migrant farmworkers, including workers seeking to improve their employment situation or transition to work outside agriculture.
COST
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Free to eligible participants. REO may also help with tuition, books, training expenses, and certain supportive services.
WHAT
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REO helps agricultural workers and their families improve economic security through job training, education, employment assistance and supportive services. Opportunities may include short-term occupational training, college or certificate programs, high-school credential completion, job placement, and assistance with training-related expenses.
WHEN
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By appointment/contact office for current availability
WHERE
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2116 Broadwater Ave. Suite 109 Billings, MT 59102
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(406)437-2382
WEBSITE