Crawford County

REGISTRATION MATERIALS NOW AVAILABLE!!! Crawford County on the Move is a 9 week walk/run training program that includes short lessons, group walk/runs, individual training schedules and weekly tips on a variety of wellness topics.  Groups meet once a week throughout Crawford County.   Communities involved include Prairie du Chien, Wauzeka, Boscobel, Steuben, Soldiers Grove, Gays Mills, Ferryville, Seneca [...]

Planning has begun for  Crawford County on the Move 2012.  This popular program encourages people of all ages to increase their physical activity in the beautiful setting of their community.  Last year there were 140 participants with groups going in Ferryville, Soldiers Grove, Gays Mills, Steuben, Boscobel, Seneca, Eastman, Wauzeka and Prairie du Chien.  Particpants met weekly [...]

Thanksgiving does wonders for your mind, body, and relationships. And we’re not talking about the holiday.  Giving thanks is a simple but profound act –a practice linked to greater happiness, stronger immune systems, and better sleep, among many other benefits. Check out the Greater Good website from the University of California at Berkley , highlighting research-proven methods for boosting gratitude.  [...]

Experts say:Resilient families view crisis as a shared challenge, instead of having each person be a “tough, rugged individual” getting through hard times. Relationships are extremely important in these families. They believe that by joining together with family members and others who are important to the family they can strengthen their ability to meet challenges. [...]

Sasha seems different from the rest of the children in your group.  She usually plays by herself and when she asks to join others in play, they usually say, “No.”  As a child care provider, what can you do?    A professional development program for child care providers entitled Every Child Counts:  Building Community will be [...]

There will be an informational meeting for the StrongWomen™ program on Tuesday, January 10th  from 10-11:00 a.m. at the Blackhawk Apartments in Prairie du Chien.   StrongWomen™ is an evidence-based strength training program developed at Tufts University and proven to be effective in improving bone density, reducing arthritis symptoms and  increasing flexibity, strength and energy level.   While StrongWomen™ [...]

Dial gauge testing for pressure canners. Bring in the dial gauge or the lid with the gauge attached, we can test it for accuracy.  Dial gauges should be checked for accuracy and overall condition every year prior to the beginning of canning season. If you use your dial gauge canner throughout the year, check it [...]

 Experts say:  Resilient families hold an optimistic view of life. They focus on family strengths and potential in the midst of crisis. These families encourage their members and reinforce a sense of confidence and a “can do” spirit. Resilient families “master the art of the possible.”  They take stock of the crisis situation and focus [...]

Wonder how other couples manage to have a date night when life is so busy?  Want to have fun and reconnect with your partner?   Join in the free Relationship Toolkit class  offered on four Wednesday evenings beginning August 31st.  Build a toolkit filled with practical principles, communication tools that really work, problem-solving approaches and ideas to protect [...]

  Experts say: Resilient families view crisis as a shared challenge, instead of having each person be a “tough, rugged individual” getting through hard times. Relationships are extremely important in these families. They believe that by joining together with family members and others who are important to the family they can strengthen their ability to [...]