Lakeshore College Announces 4th Annual Ag Discovery Day
Agriculture event features demonstrations and instruction from experts
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
2/13/2026
CLEVELAND, WI —
Lakeshore College is excited to host its 4th Annual Ag Discovery Day on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at the college’s Cleveland Campus Agricultural Building, 1290 North Avenue. This free, engaging event, recommended for ages 9 and older, invites individuals to explore the world of agriculture through interactive, hands-on learning stations led by experienced agriculture professionals
Ag Discovery Day offers participants the opportunity to learn essential livestock care skills, including newborn care, physical examinations, colostrum management, and the identification of common illnesses. The event is designed to be fun and educational, culminating in a friendly team-based competition with prizes.
Attendees will rotate through multiple stations featuring demonstrations and instruction from veterinarians, ag educators, and farmers. These experiences aim to deepen understanding of agricultural science and animal care while inspiring future career interest in the agriculture sector.
Ag Discovery Day includes an opportunity to complete Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA), a national livestock quality assurance program designed for youth exhibitors. YQCA supports best practices in animal well-being, food safety, and ethical decision-making. Registration for the YQCA training begins at 8:30 am; the training will last until 10 am. The remainder of the Ag Discovery Day events will begin with the workshop registration at 10 am followed by activities starting at 10:15 am.
Registration is encouraged and available on the Lakeshore College website; separate registration is needed for YQCA Training. For more information and to register, visit lakeshore.edu/agday
ABOUT LAKESHORE COLLEGE
Lakeshore College, formerly known as Lakeshore Technical College, is a comprehensive community and technical college educating more than 9,000 students annually. Students enroll at Lakeshore to master real-world, employable career skills and start their pursuit of a bachelor’s degree. Lakeshore faculty and staff are focused on providing each student an individualized learning experience.
Lakeshore College is a nationally recognized two-year college. The college was ranked #2 in the nation by Washington Monthly, #17 in the nation by Forbes, #2 in the state by WalletHub.com, a top-150 two-year college by the Aspen Institute, a 2024 Bellwether Award winner, and named the 2021 Large Business/Industry of the Year by the Chamber of Manitowoc County.
Approximately 800 students graduate from Lakeshore each year, and associate degree graduates report earning a median salary of $61,355 within six months of graduating. In addition to the Cleveland campus, Lakeshore educates students at learning campuses in downtown Manitowoc and downtown Sheboygan. Classes are also offered at additional sites throughout the district. Visit Lakeshore at lakeshore.edu.
Contact: Amy Hanson, Senior Marketing Specialist
Phone: 920.693.1345
Email: amy.hanson@lakeshore.edu
Press Room: lakeshore.edu/lakeshore-news
