Over $15,000 Raised to Support Iron County 4-H
The Iron County 4-H program extends a heartfelt thank you to everyone who made this year’s Pie Auction at the Iron County Fair an unbelievable success.
Thanks to talented bakers, generous buyers, and dedicated supporters, the event raised just over $15,000.
Year after year, the incredible backing from local businesses, organizations, families, and community members demonstrates the strength of the Iron County community.
All proceeds benefit Iron County 4-H’ers directly—helping cover scholarships, camp fees, project materials, unforgettable educational experiences, and more!
Check out the auction highlights below:
Pictured: Jason and Micki Rowe of Quality Collision pose alongside Youth Grand Champion Wysteria Jewell and her $2,000 winning pie.
Award Winners:
- Grand Champion: Brianna Haughom
- Reserve Grand Champion: Nicole Holstrom
- Honorable Mention: Stacey Wiercinski
- Youth Grand Champion: Wysteria Jewell
- Youth Reserve Grand Champion: Walker Rowe
- Youth Honorable Mention: Viola Ofstad
Top Bidders:
- Largest Single Bid: Quality Collision ($2,000)
- Most Pies Purchased: Lulich Implement (3 pies / $1,200)
Event Team & Guests:
- Judges: Peter Thewis, Shane Wyzlic, Emily Moore, and Miss Wisconsin, Jordenne Butler
- Auctioneer: Nolan Salzmann
- Helpers: Ashley Basso, Eva Krall, Serena Tauer, Irene Salzmann, Kari Klemme, Ashley Sorrels, Kirk Backman
Sincere thanks go out to every baker, buyer, and volunteer who showed up to support Iron County 4-H youth!
Bakers (Adult):
Ava Innes, Becky Koivisto, Bernie Jerow, Brianna Haughom, Brooke Marczak, Carol Saari, Corinne Ofstad , Deb Swartz, Joe Gayan, Joyce Gayan, Karina Saari, Kendra Blaney, Lynn Binz, Michaela Ratkowski, Nancy Garrelts, Nancy Garrelts, Nicole Hissa, Nicole Holstrom, Pat Mccullough, Sarah Rowe, Stacey Wiercinski, Stevie Lafortune, Toni Ratkowski, Trudy Schellinger
Bakers (Youth):
Elsie Swartz, Iris Rowe, Luke Juoni, Max Juoni, Meah Luoma, Viola Ofstad, Walker Rowe, Wysteria Jewell
Buyers/Donors:
Ashland Area Vet Clinic, Crosshairs Salon/Saxon Motors, Family Of Doris & Bob Ofstad, Forslund Building Supply, Frontier Campground, Hurley Area Animal Hospital, Iron County Fire Chief’s Association, Iron County Republican Party, Kendra Blaney, Knock Knock Penny, Kory Ofstad, Kretzschmar Holsteins, Lulich Implement, Mitch Levra, National Wild Turkey Federation (Snowbelt Longbeards), Northwoods Logging & Custom Log Homes, Inc., Quality Collision, Ragged Ass Syrup Company, Randall For Sheriff, Rowe Forest Products, Superior Lawn Care, Swartz Seamless Gutters, Taco Dan, Thomas Beronich, Tiziani Sand & Gravel, White Thunder Riders
Notice your name is missing? A few entry forms were unfortunately misplaced while tallying the pie auction results. If you were a baker, buyer, or donor, please call our office at 715-561-2695 so we can update our list right away!
Questions?
If you would like to learn more about the Iron County 4-H Youth Development program, please contact:
Neil Klemme
4-H Youth Development Educator
Extension Iron County
300 Taconite Street, Suite 118
Hurley, WI 54534
Phone: 715-561-2695