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

Farm Art DTour
Sat, Oct 05
Witwen Park & Campground, Witwen, WI
Oct 05, 2024, 11:00 AM – Oct 13, 2024, 3:00 PM
Witwen Park & Campground, Witwen, WI, S9855 County Rd E, Sauk City, WI 53583, USA
Oct 05, 2024, 11:00 AM – Oct 13, 2024, 3:00 PM
Witwen Park & Campground, Witwen, WI, S9855 County Rd E, Sauk City, WI 53583, USA
Join us two weekends at Witwen Park stop of the Farm Art DTour. Exhibit and board members will be available weekends of 10/5 and 10/12/24.
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Multiple Dates
FAN Monthly Meeting
Tue, Oct 08
Virtual Event
Oct 08, 2024, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Virtual Event
Oct 08, 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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Women, Words & Wine
Thu, Oct 10
Vennebu Hill, Baraboo
Oct 10, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Vennebu Hill, Baraboo, 360 Co Rd A, Baraboo, WI 53913, USA
Oct 10, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Vennebu Hill, Baraboo, 360 Co Rd A, Baraboo, WI 53913, USA
Farmer Angel Network sponsors 10 women nominated by others for the work they do in agriculture. Registration is now closed for the event.
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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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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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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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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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