Farmer Angel Network

The Focus of Our Efforts

The Farmer Angel Network builds strong rural communities that support agriculture by providing education, resources, and fellowship with a focus on mental wellness and suicide prevention in and around Sauk County, Wisconsin. This group includes farmers, agriculture professionals, local public health, land conservation, Extension educators and others.

Capacity Building

Change for the Better

Building Community

Transforming Lives

Community Outreach

Empowering Others

Upcoming Events

Soup for the Soul
Sun, Oct 20
Reedsburg Rec Center
Oct 20, 2024, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Reedsburg Rec Center, 134 S Locust St, Reedsburg, WI 53959, USA
Oct 20, 2024, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Reedsburg Rec Center, 134 S Locust St, Reedsburg, WI 53959, USA
Enjoy a free light supper and time to rest and recharge while learning about improving your mental health or helping others facing mental health challenges.
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Panel Discussion - Warning Signs of Suicide
Mon, Oct 21
Ruth Culver Community Library, PdS
Oct 21, 2024, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Ruth Culver Community Library, PdS, 540 Water St, Prairie du Sac, WI 53578, USA
Oct 21, 2024, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Ruth Culver Community Library, PdS, 540 Water St, Prairie du Sac, WI 53578, USA
Sauk Prairie Community Acceptance Now hosts a panel discussion regarding the warning signs of suicide including Christy Updike, Farmer Angel Network board member.
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Maze & Mingle: Fall Family Adventure
Thu, Oct 24
Country Roots Creations & Corn Maze
Oct 24, 2024, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Country Roots Creations & Corn Maze, E4637 WI-154, Loganville, WI 53943, USA
Oct 24, 2024, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Country Roots Creations & Corn Maze, E4637 WI-154, Loganville, WI 53943, USA
Farmer Angel Network is sponsoring tickets to the Country Roots Creations Corn Maze to celebrate farm families. Come join us for an evening of family fun. Bring your flashlights, enjoy apple cider, bonfire, smores, and fun in the maze.
Tickets

Panel Discussion - Mental Health Resources
Mon, Oct 28
George Culver Community Library, Sauk
Oct 28, 2024, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
George Culver Community Library, Sauk, 615 Phillips Blvd, Sauk City, WI 53583, USA
Oct 28, 2024, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
George Culver Community Library, Sauk, 615 Phillips Blvd, Sauk City, WI 53583, USA
Sauk Prairie Community Acceptance Now hosts a panel discussion about mental health resources including Christy Updike, Farmer Angel Network board member.
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South Central Livestock Exchange's Customer Appreciation
Thu, Nov 07
South Central Livestock Exchange
Nov 07, 2024, 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM
South Central Livestock Exchange, S4340 County Rd S, Reedsburg, WI 53959, USA
Nov 07, 2024, 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM
South Central Livestock Exchange, S4340 County Rd S, Reedsburg, WI 53959, USA
Join Farmer Angel Network at the sale barn. We are providing brownies for the meal starting at 4. Our volunteers will be there to chat and share resources.
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Ambiguous Loss Virtual Training
Fri, Nov 08
Virtual login instructions will be emailed
Nov 08, 2024, 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Virtual login instructions will be emailed
Nov 08, 2024, 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Virtual login instructions will be emailed
In the changing farm and rural landscape, loss of land, livestock, changing markets, and even relationships can be ambiguous losses that lead many to feel “stuck.” Emily Krekelberg, Extension educator, will explain strategies for moving forward.
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Multiple Dates
FAN Monthly Meeting
Tue, Nov 12
Virtual Event
Nov 12, 2024, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Virtual Event
Nov 12, 2024, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Virtual Event
Monthly FAN Board Meeting. Contact us if you are interested in joining at farmerangelnetwork@gmail.com.
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Greener Pastures
Wed, Nov 13
River Arts Center
Nov 13, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
River Arts Center, 105 9th St, Prairie du Sac, WI 53578, USA
Nov 13, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
River Arts Center, 105 9th St, Prairie du Sac, WI 53578, USA
Join Farmer Veteran Coalition of Wisconsin, TUGS: Talking, Understanding, Growing, Supporting and Farmer Angel Network at the documentary screening of Greener Pastures sharing the stories of farmers confronting climate change, industrialization, and mental health crises.
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