Ticks: Don’t Let Them Keep You Inside! Saturday, April 20, 2024 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Milford Central School, 42 Main Street , Milford, NY 13807 Ticks are here to stay, but don’t let them keep you from enjoying being outside! Join Master Gardener Volunteer, Celia Oxley, for a program on tick identification, bite presentation, and tick-borne diseases.The workshop will be held on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at 11:30 a.m. in coordination with OCCA’s Earth Festival at Milford Central School located at 42 W. Main Street, Milford, NY.  This annual event features a variety of activities, vendors, and programs for all ages. Please register HERE or by calling 607-547-2536 ext. 235.The program is free and open to the public.The deadline to register is April 20, 2024.Walk-ins are also welcome! Free Marcie Foster, mkf48@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x235 ~ 518-234-4303 x124 ========================================= Birds, Butterflies, Bees and Beauty: Why Choose Native Plants Saturday, April 20, 2024 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm Milford Central School, 42 Main Street , Milford, NY 13807 Growing native plants in your lawns and outdoor space is a great way to help our pollinators and wildlife. Join Master Gardener Volunteers, Celia Oxley and Mary Ellen Calta to learn about the benefits of growing native plants in your own backyard!The workshop will be held on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at 1:30 p.m. in coordination with OCCA’s Earth Festival at Milford Central School located at 42 W. Main Street, Milford, NY.This annual event features a variety of activities, vendors, and programs for all ages. Please register HERE or by calling 607-547-2536 ext. 235.The program is free and open to the public.The deadline to register is April 20, 2024.Walk-ins are also welcome! Free Marcie Foster, mkf48@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x235 ~ 518-234-4303 x124 ========================================= NYS 4-H Livestock Virtual Judging Series Wednesday, April 24, 2024 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event NYS 4-H Animal Science will be hosting a Virtual Livestock Judging series starting March 27 through May 1, 2024. Youth that attend, not only will be learning about judging but also be sent to livestock classes to judge on their own time.Our presenter for the series will be Rylan Laudan from Midwest Kansas.  He has coached several livestock judging teams in the past and has served as an All-American Livestock Judge at the National Contest in Louisville, Kentucky.To register for this program, visit:https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYkdOyrq...If you have questions, please contact Brian Aukema at bja14@cornell.edu. No cost. ========================================= NYS 4-H Dairy Quiz Bowl 2024 Saturday, April 27, 2024 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Cornell University, Frank Morrison Hall 507 Tower Road, Ithaca, NY 14853 4-H Dairy Quiz Bowl is a “quiz bowl” competition where all questions deal with dairy topics. Teams of four members compete with each other in giving oral answers to questions posed by a moderator. Teams receive points for correct answers and may lose points for incorrect answers. The team with the highest final score is the winner.  The contest is organized on a double-elimination basis with winning teams advancing into further rounds until a champion team emerges.Competition in the 4-H Dairy Quiz Bowl encourages a 4-H member to develop a more complete knowledge of dairy animals and related subjects. This contest provides an educational dairy program for all dairy project members, including those who may not own a dairy project animal, and provides a way to develop alertness and self-confidence.Beginner Division - youth ages 8 to 10 years as of January 1st. It is not appropriate for Cloverbud members to participate in the contest. Beginner Level is replacing Novice Level. Junior Team - youth ages at least 9 and less than 14-years old as of January 1. Senior Team - youth must be at least 14-years old as of January 1 and not pass 19 by January 1of current year.TEAMS ARE FORMING NOW.  Otsego County Contact Teresa Adell, 4-H Educator, tla47@cornell.edu 607-547-2536 x225 or 607-433-2521Schoharie County Contact Catherine Roberts, cmr336@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x113 None ========================================= NYS 4-H Livestock Virtual Judging Series Wednesday, May 1, 2024 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event NYS 4-H Animal Science will be hosting a Virtual Livestock Judging series starting March 27 through May 1, 2024. Youth that attend, not only will be learning about judging but also be sent to livestock classes to judge on their own time.Our presenter for the series will be Rylan Laudan from Midwest Kansas.  He has coached several livestock judging teams in the past and has served as an All-American Livestock Judge at the National Contest in Louisville, Kentucky.To register for this program, visit:https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYkdOyrq...If you have questions, please contact Brian Aukema at bja14@cornell.edu. No cost. ========================================= NYS 4-oH Virtual Dairy Judging Series Thursday, May 2, 2024 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Inviting all youth and coaches to this Dairy Judging workshop series with Dr. Doug Waterman and Kevin Ziemba.  Both are experienced in judging cattle and coaching state 4-H and collegiate teams.This program is free and will be held via Zoom. None Registration: https://bit.ly/3wPiGM5 ========================================= Schoharie Master Gardener Plant Sale Saturday, May 4, 2024 8:00 am - 2:00 pm SUNY Cobleskill, Schoharie Pkwy N , Cobleskill, NY 12043 Master Gardener Volunteers are Growing For you! Save the Date for the Plant Sale!Every spring, gardeners are counting down the minutes until they can get their hands in some dirt.The Master Gardener Volunteers (MGV) have already started growing for their upcoming plant sales.In Schoharie County, it will be held on Saturday, May 4, 2024, from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm in conjunction with SUNY Cobleskill. Schoharie County:Date: May 4thTime: 8 am to 2 pmLocation: SUNY Cobleskill, Route 7, Cobleskill NYMGV have chosen a nice variety of perennials (they come back every year) to add to your gardens.Want something easy care for full sun?Try Black Eyed Susie.We have “Rudbeckia Deami”, which is a typical yellow blossom with dark center.This particular variety was chosen not just because it is drought tolerant and the deer & rabbits tend to avoid it, but also strongly disease resistant.Have you heard of Tiarella?It is commonly called Foam Flower and does great in shade.The graceful, pale pink blossoms of the variety “Angel Wings” are on upright stalks and can bloom springtime and again in the fall.It is also deer resistant as well as attractive to butterflies and hummingbirds.These and several other plants will be available for purchase.These are not the typical varieties that you find in the big box stores.Come see the unique plants we’ve chosen that will grow in your garden!The MGV plant sale is a fun annual event that raises money to promote garden-based programs and outreach in Schoharie and Otsego Counties. This important funding will allow CCE to host low-cost programs on gardening for children and adults, and maintain demonstration gardens at both CCE facilities.For more information on the annual plant sale, call 518-234-4303 ext. 129 or email mkf48@cornell.edu. Marcie Foster, mkf48@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x235 ~ 518-234-4303 x124 ========================================= NYS 4-H Animal Crackers "All Creatures Great and Small" Saturday, May 4, 2024 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Cornell University, Judd Falls Road , Ithaca, NY 14853 All Creatures Great and Small featuring Beef, Dog, Horse and Swine!The annual Animal Crackers program provides New York youth with fun, hands-on, science-oriented learning experiences on Animal Science topics. This workshop is for 4-H members interested in learning more about their favorite livestock, companion or pet animal species; emphasis on different species groupings and activities varies annually. Participants will learn about different aspects of animal care, interact and exchange information with faculty, staff, students, professional producers, industry experts, and more, utilizing the unique facilities of Cornell University. Hands-on workshops are planned for each species group.Each year an opening presentation kicks off the event with a welcoming statement or remarks related to the annual theme. Livestock production and companion animal themes are offered every year, Dairy topics in odd years, and Horse topics in even years. A noon-time demonstration and closing program is also typically featured.Workshop presenters and topics are selected by a planning committee that looks at trends and current issues. Youth input on topics is also solicited through statewide advisory committees and educator feedback.Examples of some of the fun things participants have experienced in the past: The holey cow, dog first aid basics, goat milk soap, wool felting, poop soup, chicken anatomy, farrier tools, and more!Time: 8:30 am - 9:00 am - Check-in will be in the main lobby of Frank B. Morrison Hall. Program starts promptly at 9 am.Location: CALS Animal Science, 507 Tower Rd., Frank B. Morrison Hall, Ithaca, NY, 14853.Parking: Parking is free on Saturdays in the large lot adjacent to the south end of Morrison Hall (“O” lot) or in the Peterson lot at the corner of Judd Falls and Tower Roads across the street from the Dairy Bar. If participants are in need of handicap parking, please notify the event coordinators when registering prior to the event.For more details visit https://cals.cornell.edu/nys-4-h-animal-science-p...Registration: Participants must register with their local 4-H office, deadline is April 25, 2024. The cost of $25 per youth and $15 per adult/chaperone ========================================= State Teen Action Representative Retreat (STAR) Friday, May 3, 2024 5:30 pm - 1:30 pm Camp Shankitunk, 34570 State Highway 10 , Hamden , New York 13782 STAR (State Teen Action Retreat) is a premiere youth voice opportunity, open to youth ages 13-19, modeled after the National 4-H Conference. We invite 4-H teen leaders to apply to serve as a planning team member, they select an adult partner and serve to plan the STAR event. STAR is a fun-filled weekend that helps to invigorate 4-H programming across NYS and showcases positive youth development, experiential learning, agriculture, sustainable food systems, STEM, and civic engagement workshops. Roundtables are modeled after the 4-H pillars and help youth to do a deep dive in the topics outside of the hands-on workshops. We also have a community service, keynote speaker, dinner/dance, and ice cream social.STAR 2024 registration will open on Monday, March 11, 2024, and will close out on Friday, April 12, 2024.The fee to attend STAR is $125. After registration closes, we will assess a cancellation fee of $62.50 if cancellations come in after April 26, 2024, but substitutions are welcome.Contact your county's 4-H Educator to register $125 per person. Registration fee covers lodging and meals. ========================================= NYS 4-H Virtual Poultry Judging Series Wednesday, May 8, 2024 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Join the NYS 4-H Virtual Poultry Judging Series for youth interested in poultry science. The program is free and will be held via Zoom. Youth that attend, not only will be learning about judging but will also be sent to poultry classes to judge on their own time. A discussion of the judging classes will take place during the May 22nd workshop.Our presenter for this series will be Amy Barkley. Amy is the Livestock Specialist with the Southwest New York Dairy, Livestock and Field Crops Program (SWNYDLFC). May 8th - Biology and Physiology of Production HensMay 15th - Handling Hens and Placing ClassesMay 22nd - Placing Classes PracticesIf you have questions, please contact me at bja14@cornell.edu. To register for this program, visit http://tinyurl.com/yc8sbysa ========================================= NYS 4-oH Virtual Dairy Judging Series Thursday, May 9, 2024 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Inviting all youth and coaches to this Dairy Judging workshop series with Dr. Doug Waterman and Kevin Ziemba.  Both are experienced in judging cattle and coaching state 4-H and collegiate teams.This program is free and will be held via Zoom. None Registration: https://bit.ly/3wPiGM5 ========================================= 2024 Agritourism Monthly Webinar Series Tuesday, May 14, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event This series is free and meets on the second Tuesday of every month from Noon - 1PM. You can register for one or more of the webinars. Register here. 1/9 - Agritourism for Maple Syrup Operations2/13 - Grants for Agritourism Operations3/12 - Staffing Your Agritourism Operation4/9 - Working with Your Local Tourism Office5/14 - Overview of Agritourism Business Plan in AgPlan6/11 - How To's: Livestock Operations (not a petting zoo)7/9 - Urban Agritourism8/13 - TBD9/10 - Handling Difficult Customers10/8 - Creating Value-Added Items/Experiences11/12 - Implementing Outdoor Recreation on the Farm12/10 - Agritourism AccessibilityWebinar Series made possible from USDA NIFA Beginning Farmer and Rancher Program None Registration: https://cnydfc.cce.cornell.edu/event.php?id=2296 ========================================= NYS 4-H Virtual Poultry Judging Series Wednesday, May 15, 2024 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Join the NYS 4-H Virtual Poultry Judging Series for youth interested in poultry science. The program is free and will be held via Zoom. Youth that attend, not only will be learning about judging but will also be sent to poultry classes to judge on their own time. A discussion of the judging classes will take place during the May 22nd workshop.Our presenter for this series will be Amy Barkley. Amy is the Livestock Specialist with the Southwest New York Dairy, Livestock and Field Crops Program (SWNYDLFC). May 8th - Biology and Physiology of Production HensMay 15th - Handling Hens and Placing ClassesMay 22nd - Placing Classes PracticesIf you have questions, please contact me at bja14@cornell.edu. To register for this program, visit http://tinyurl.com/yc8sbysa ========================================= NYS 4-oH Virtual Dairy Judging Series Thursday, May 16, 2024 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Inviting all youth and coaches to this Dairy Judging workshop series with Dr. Doug Waterman and Kevin Ziemba.  Both are experienced in judging cattle and coaching state 4-H and collegiate teams.This program is free and will be held via Zoom. None Registration: https://bit.ly/3wPiGM5 ========================================= NYS 4-H Capital Days Sunday, May 19, 2024 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 4-H Capital Days is a NYSACCE4-HE sponsored event that gives youth an opportunity to meet and interact with legislators and tell their 4-H story. To achieve a better understanding of the New York State policy process.To gain a better understanding of state and local government connections.To provide delegates the ability to meet with legislators and tell their 4-H stories.To create an awareness of career opportunities within the New York State Government.To meet and exchange experiences with delegates from other counties.Join us in person in our state capital, Albany, as we get acquainted with our state government and    connect with other teens from across the state!   Visit the Assembly and Senate Chambers, tour the Capitol building and learn all about its history, visit the NYS Court of Appeals. Choose an agency you can interact with that you would like to know more about: Department of Ag & Markets, Department of Corrections, Department of Health, Department of Education, and Department of Environmental Conservation. Then schedule a visit with your Assemblyperson and Senator and tell your 4-H story. Add in live games and the chance to win prizes! Contact the 4-H office to register and for all forms.  Know Your Elected Officials Form NYS Government Quiz $275 per participant. ========================================= NYS 4-H Virtual Poultry Judging Series Wednesday, May 22, 2024 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Join the NYS 4-H Virtual Poultry Judging Series for youth interested in poultry science. The program is free and will be held via Zoom. Youth that attend, not only will be learning about judging but will also be sent to poultry classes to judge on their own time. A discussion of the judging classes will take place during the May 22nd workshop.Our presenter for this series will be Amy Barkley. Amy is the Livestock Specialist with the Southwest New York Dairy, Livestock and Field Crops Program (SWNYDLFC). May 8th - Biology and Physiology of Production HensMay 15th - Handling Hens and Placing ClassesMay 22nd - Placing Classes PracticesIf you have questions, please contact me at bja14@cornell.edu. To register for this program, visit http://tinyurl.com/yc8sbysa ========================================= Otsego Master Gardener Spring Plant Sale 2024 Saturday, May 25, 2024 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Schoharie and Otsego Counties, Education Center 123 Lake St, Cooperstown, NY 13326 The Otsego Master Gardener Volunteers will offer their annual Plant Sale again this year on Saturday, May 25, 2024, at the Education Center in Cooperstown. Proudly Featuring:A wide variety of vegetables, annual flowers, herbs, and perennials at reasonable pricesPerennials started from seed or propagation to prevent the spread of jumping wormsBlight-resistant and heirloom tomatoesGardening experts happily give adviceVarieties known to grow well in Otsego CountyPhotos of mature plants on displayPlant sale proceeds support the outreach and educational efforts of the Master Gardener Volunteer Program of Otsego County. Otsego County Master Gardener Volunteer, mastergardener-otsego@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x228 ========================================= CLOSED for Memorial Day Monday, May 27, 2024 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed in observance of Memorial Day. ========================================= BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING Tuesday, May 28, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Our Board of Directors meetings are held simultaneously in the meeting rooms at both the Extension Center in Cobleskill and the Education Center in Cooperstown. They are then joined together via the Zoom link below, which guest are welcome to use as well. Meetings begin at 6:30 p.m. except if announced otherwise. Meetings are open to the public. 173 S Grand St, Cobleskill, NY   ~   123 Lake St, Cooperstown, NY ========================================= 2024 Agritourism Monthly Webinar Series Tuesday, June 11, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event This series is free and meets on the second Tuesday of every month from Noon - 1PM. You can register for one or more of the webinars. Register here. 1/9 - Agritourism for Maple Syrup Operations2/13 - Grants for Agritourism Operations3/12 - Staffing Your Agritourism Operation4/9 - Working with Your Local Tourism Office5/14 - Overview of Agritourism Business Plan in AgPlan6/11 - How To's: Livestock Operations (not a petting zoo)7/9 - Urban Agritourism8/13 - TBD9/10 - Handling Difficult Customers10/8 - Creating Value-Added Items/Experiences11/12 - Implementing Outdoor Recreation on the Farm12/10 - Agritourism AccessibilityWebinar Series made possible from USDA NIFA Beginning Farmer and Rancher Program None Registration: https://cnydfc.cce.cornell.edu/event.php?id=2296 ========================================= Poultry Pullorum Testing 2024 Tuesday, June 11, 2024 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm ATTENTION OTSEGO & SCHOHARIE COUNTY POULTRY EXHIBITORS! Pullorum Testing will be held for birds at least 4-months (16 weeks) old.Chickens, turkeys, guinea fowl, peacocks, pheasants & quail are eligible.(Pigeons and waterfowl are exempt from testing)Birds obtained from an NPIP-certified hatchery/flock (or from a feed store) may exhibit with a copy of the NPIP certificate or receipt showing the NPIP information. These expire in one year.This is a requirement to exhibit at the County and State Fairs.THERE WILL BE NO TESTING AT THE FAIR!Otsego County Fairgrounds, Martin Hall Building, Tuesday, June 11th, from 3 to 5 p.m.Pre-registration is required.  Contact Teresa Adell, 607-547-2536 x225 or 607-433-2521.Schoharie County Fairgrounds, Progressland Building Tuesday, June 18th, from 2:30 to 5 p.m.Pre-registration is required. Contact Catherine Roberts, 518-234-4303 x113.Pullorum Questions and Answers:Pullorum is caused by bacteria belonging to the Salmonella familyTransmission is direct egg transmission of hatched eggsCarrier birds harbor the diseased germs in reproductive organs bird-to-bird contactTesting is conducted by a small amount of blood obtained from the wing veinAll birds are identified with NYS leg bands* Leg bands are for identification purposes only and may be left on indefinitelyHowever, they do not indicate their current negative status.Partial flock testing: Testing only those birds that will be showing at the fair that year.Required annually for showing at County fairs in NYS) *Leg bands do not indicate a current test***No more than 20 birds per family will be tested at a clinic.Full flock testing: Testing up to 30 birds (or 25% of the flock) on the premises over 4months of age. Required annually for showing and/or selling poultry out of state andsome poultry shows in NYS. A flock certificate from NPIP will be issued and is valid for one year at NYS County Fairs.  *NYS is a participant in NPIP (National Poultry Improvement Program) and an annual full flock test is required to participate.For more information on Poultry Health Alerts https://agriculture.ny.gov/animals/poultryContact Ag & Markets Rep: Makayla Kemmeren at 518-419-0004makayla.kemmeren@agriculture.ny.gov FREE ========================================= Poultry Pullorum Testing 2024 Tuesday, June 18, 2024 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm ATTENTION OTSEGO & SCHOHARIE COUNTY POULTRY EXHIBITORS! Pullorum Testing will be held for birds at least 4-months (16 weeks) old.Chickens, turkeys, guinea fowl, peacocks, pheasants & quail are eligible.(Pigeons and waterfowl are exempt from testing)Birds obtained from an NPIP-certified hatchery/flock (or from a feed store) may exhibit with a copy of the NPIP certificate or receipt showing the NPIP information. These expire in one year.This is a requirement to exhibit at the County and State Fairs.THERE WILL BE NO TESTING AT THE FAIR!Otsego County Fairgrounds, Martin Hall Building, Tuesday, June 11th, from 3 to 5 p.m.Pre-registration is required.  Contact Teresa Adell, 607-547-2536 x225 or 607-433-2521.Schoharie County Fairgrounds, Progressland Building Tuesday, June 18th, from 2:30 to 5 p.m.Pre-registration is required. Contact Catherine Roberts, 518-234-4303 x113.Pullorum Questions and Answers:Pullorum is caused by bacteria belonging to the Salmonella familyTransmission is direct egg transmission of hatched eggsCarrier birds harbor the diseased germs in reproductive organs bird-to-bird contactTesting is conducted by a small amount of blood obtained from the wing veinAll birds are identified with NYS leg bands* Leg bands are for identification purposes only and may be left on indefinitelyHowever, they do not indicate their current negative status.Partial flock testing: Testing only those birds that will be showing at the fair that year.Required annually for showing at County fairs in NYS) *Leg bands do not indicate a current test***No more than 20 birds per family will be tested at a clinic.Full flock testing: Testing up to 30 birds (or 25% of the flock) on the premises over 4months of age. Required annually for showing and/or selling poultry out of state andsome poultry shows in NYS. A flock certificate from NPIP will be issued and is valid for one year at NYS County Fairs.  *NYS is a participant in NPIP (National Poultry Improvement Program) and an annual full flock test is required to participate.For more information on Poultry Health Alerts https://agriculture.ny.gov/animals/poultryContact Ag & Markets Rep: Makayla Kemmeren at 518-419-0004makayla.kemmeren@agriculture.ny.gov FREE ========================================= CLOSED for Juneteenth Wednesday, June 19, 2024 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed in observance of the Juneteenth Holiday. ========================================= 4-H Career Explorations Wednesday, June 26, 2024 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Cornell University, Judd Falls Road , Ithaca, NY 14853 4-H Career Explorations aims to expand possibilities for youth by connecting them to Cornell University; sparking interests in careers and career pathways; developing academic, leadership, and life skills; and providing an opportunity to experience college life.This is a 3-day conference open to all NYS youth entering 8th grade and up. It includes two program tracks:  University U for teens entering 8th grade and up.  Youth are introduced to Cornell through campus tours and explore a variety of topics in six different departmental workshops. Youth are randomly assigned to these UU programs. Focus for Teens for youth entering 10th grade and up.  Youth spend three days with a specific department. Youth select their Focus for Teens programs and programs are filled first-come, first-serve. Registration: Opens in April, closes May 15, 2023. Program Tracks:  University U: teens entering 8th grade and up.  Focus for Teens: teens entering 10th grade and up. The cost to attend to be determined. To register contact the person below representing your county: Otsego County - Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 ext 225 or 607-433-2521. Schoharie County - Catherine Roberts, cmr336@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 ext 113 or 518-296-8310 ext 113. TBD ========================================= CLOSED for Independence Day Thursday, July 4, 2024 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed in observance of Independence Day. ========================================= 2024 Agritourism Monthly Webinar Series Tuesday, July 9, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event This series is free and meets on the second Tuesday of every month from Noon - 1PM. You can register for one or more of the webinars. Register here. 1/9 - Agritourism for Maple Syrup Operations2/13 - Grants for Agritourism Operations3/12 - Staffing Your Agritourism Operation4/9 - Working with Your Local Tourism Office5/14 - Overview of Agritourism Business Plan in AgPlan6/11 - How To's: Livestock Operations (not a petting zoo)7/9 - Urban Agritourism8/13 - TBD9/10 - Handling Difficult Customers10/8 - Creating Value-Added Items/Experiences11/12 - Implementing Outdoor Recreation on the Farm12/10 - Agritourism AccessibilityWebinar Series made possible from USDA NIFA Beginning Farmer and Rancher Program None Registration: https://cnydfc.cce.cornell.edu/event.php?id=2296 ========================================= BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING Tuesday, July 23, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Our Board of Directors meetings are held simultaneously in the meeting rooms at both the Extension Center in Cobleskill and the Education Center in Cooperstown. They are then joined together via the Zoom link below, which guest are welcome to use as well. Meetings begin at 6:30 p.m. except if announced otherwise. Meetings are open to the public. 173 S Grand St, Cobleskill, NY   ~   123 Lake St, Cooperstown, NY ========================================= 2024 Agritourism Monthly Webinar Series Tuesday, August 13, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event This series is free and meets on the second Tuesday of every month from Noon - 1PM. You can register for one or more of the webinars. Register here. 1/9 - Agritourism for Maple Syrup Operations2/13 - Grants for Agritourism Operations3/12 - Staffing Your Agritourism Operation4/9 - Working with Your Local Tourism Office5/14 - Overview of Agritourism Business Plan in AgPlan6/11 - How To's: Livestock Operations (not a petting zoo)7/9 - Urban Agritourism8/13 - TBD9/10 - Handling Difficult Customers10/8 - Creating Value-Added Items/Experiences11/12 - Implementing Outdoor Recreation on the Farm12/10 - Agritourism AccessibilityWebinar Series made possible from USDA NIFA Beginning Farmer and Rancher Program None Registration: https://cnydfc.cce.cornell.edu/event.php?id=2296 ========================================= The Great New York State Fair 2024 Wednesday, August 21, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 pm The Great New York State Fairgrounds, 581 State Fair Blvd , Syracuse, NY 13209 The Great New York State Fair is a 13-day showcase of agriculture, entertainment, education, and technology.This year, the 2024 New York State Fair kicks off on Wednesday, August 21 and continues until Labor Day on Monday, September 2, 2024. Today, the New York State Fair is the oldest state fair in the USA, an end-of-summer extravaganza that typically runs for twelve days, starting sometime late in August and ending on Labor Day.The New York State Fair's hours of operation are from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. every day, except for Labor Day, when it'll close at 9 p.m. ========================================= The Great New York State Fair 2024 Thursday, August 22, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 pm The Great New York State Fairgrounds, 581 State Fair Blvd , Syracuse, NY 13209 The Great New York State Fair is a 13-day showcase of agriculture, entertainment, education, and technology.This year, the 2024 New York State Fair kicks off on Wednesday, August 21 and continues until Labor Day on Monday, September 2, 2024. Today, the New York State Fair is the oldest state fair in the USA, an end-of-summer extravaganza that typically runs for twelve days, starting sometime late in August and ending on Labor Day.The New York State Fair's hours of operation are from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. every day, except for Labor Day, when it'll close at 9 p.m. ========================================= The Great New York State Fair 2024 Friday, August 23, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 pm The Great New York State Fairgrounds, 581 State Fair Blvd , Syracuse, NY 13209 The Great New York State Fair is a 13-day showcase of agriculture, entertainment, education, and technology.This year, the 2024 New York State Fair kicks off on Wednesday, August 21 and continues until Labor Day on Monday, September 2, 2024. Today, the New York State Fair is the oldest state fair in the USA, an end-of-summer extravaganza that typically runs for twelve days, starting sometime late in August and ending on Labor Day.The New York State Fair's hours of operation are from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. every day, except for Labor Day, when it'll close at 9 p.m. ========================================= Family Farm Day 2024 Saturday, August 24, 2024 10:00 am - 5:00 pm We will celebrate our 12th Annual Family Farm Day (FFD) on Saturday, August 24, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., which will include on-farm, open house events at farms throughout Schoharie, Otsego, and Delaware Counties. Check back soon for more information! Free Nicole Thompson, neh57@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 ========================================= The Great New York State Fair 2024 Saturday, August 24, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 pm The Great New York State Fairgrounds, 581 State Fair Blvd , Syracuse, NY 13209 The Great New York State Fair is a 13-day showcase of agriculture, entertainment, education, and technology.This year, the 2024 New York State Fair kicks off on Wednesday, August 21 and continues until Labor Day on Monday, September 2, 2024. Today, the New York State Fair is the oldest state fair in the USA, an end-of-summer extravaganza that typically runs for twelve days, starting sometime late in August and ending on Labor Day.The New York State Fair's hours of operation are from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. every day, except for Labor Day, when it'll close at 9 p.m. ========================================= The Great New York State Fair 2024 Sunday, August 25, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 pm The Great New York State Fairgrounds, 581 State Fair Blvd , Syracuse, NY 13209 The Great New York State Fair is a 13-day showcase of agriculture, entertainment, education, and technology.This year, the 2024 New York State Fair kicks off on Wednesday, August 21 and continues until Labor Day on Monday, September 2, 2024. Today, the New York State Fair is the oldest state fair in the USA, an end-of-summer extravaganza that typically runs for twelve days, starting sometime late in August and ending on Labor Day.The New York State Fair's hours of operation are from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. every day, except for Labor Day, when it'll close at 9 p.m. ========================================= The Great New York State Fair 2024 Monday, August 26, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 pm The Great New York State Fairgrounds, 581 State Fair Blvd , Syracuse, NY 13209 The Great New York State Fair is a 13-day showcase of agriculture, entertainment, education, and technology.This year, the 2024 New York State Fair kicks off on Wednesday, August 21 and continues until Labor Day on Monday, September 2, 2024. Today, the New York State Fair is the oldest state fair in the USA, an end-of-summer extravaganza that typically runs for twelve days, starting sometime late in August and ending on Labor Day.The New York State Fair's hours of operation are from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. every day, except for Labor Day, when it'll close at 9 p.m. ========================================= The Great New York State Fair 2024 Tuesday, August 27, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 pm The Great New York State Fairgrounds, 581 State Fair Blvd , Syracuse, NY 13209 The Great New York State Fair is a 13-day showcase of agriculture, entertainment, education, and technology.This year, the 2024 New York State Fair kicks off on Wednesday, August 21 and continues until Labor Day on Monday, September 2, 2024. Today, the New York State Fair is the oldest state fair in the USA, an end-of-summer extravaganza that typically runs for twelve days, starting sometime late in August and ending on Labor Day.The New York State Fair's hours of operation are from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. every day, except for Labor Day, when it'll close at 9 p.m. ========================================= The Great New York State Fair 2024 Wednesday, August 28, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 pm The Great New York State Fairgrounds, 581 State Fair Blvd , Syracuse, NY 13209 The Great New York State Fair is a 13-day showcase of agriculture, entertainment, education, and technology.This year, the 2024 New York State Fair kicks off on Wednesday, August 21 and continues until Labor Day on Monday, September 2, 2024. Today, the New York State Fair is the oldest state fair in the USA, an end-of-summer extravaganza that typically runs for twelve days, starting sometime late in August and ending on Labor Day.The New York State Fair's hours of operation are from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. every day, except for Labor Day, when it'll close at 9 p.m. ========================================= The Great New York State Fair 2024 Thursday, August 29, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 pm The Great New York State Fairgrounds, 581 State Fair Blvd , Syracuse, NY 13209 The Great New York State Fair is a 13-day showcase of agriculture, entertainment, education, and technology.This year, the 2024 New York State Fair kicks off on Wednesday, August 21 and continues until Labor Day on Monday, September 2, 2024. Today, the New York State Fair is the oldest state fair in the USA, an end-of-summer extravaganza that typically runs for twelve days, starting sometime late in August and ending on Labor Day.The New York State Fair's hours of operation are from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. every day, except for Labor Day, when it'll close at 9 p.m. ========================================= The Great New York State Fair 2024 Friday, August 30, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 pm The Great New York State Fairgrounds, 581 State Fair Blvd , Syracuse, NY 13209 The Great New York State Fair is a 13-day showcase of agriculture, entertainment, education, and technology.This year, the 2024 New York State Fair kicks off on Wednesday, August 21 and continues until Labor Day on Monday, September 2, 2024. Today, the New York State Fair is the oldest state fair in the USA, an end-of-summer extravaganza that typically runs for twelve days, starting sometime late in August and ending on Labor Day.The New York State Fair's hours of operation are from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. every day, except for Labor Day, when it'll close at 9 p.m. ========================================= The Great New York State Fair 2024 Saturday, August 31, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 pm The Great New York State Fairgrounds, 581 State Fair Blvd , Syracuse, NY 13209 The Great New York State Fair is a 13-day showcase of agriculture, entertainment, education, and technology.This year, the 2024 New York State Fair kicks off on Wednesday, August 21 and continues until Labor Day on Monday, September 2, 2024. Today, the New York State Fair is the oldest state fair in the USA, an end-of-summer extravaganza that typically runs for twelve days, starting sometime late in August and ending on Labor Day.The New York State Fair's hours of operation are from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. every day, except for Labor Day, when it'll close at 9 p.m. ========================================= The Great New York State Fair 2024 Sunday, September 1, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 pm The Great New York State Fairgrounds, 581 State Fair Blvd , Syracuse, NY 13209 The Great New York State Fair is a 13-day showcase of agriculture, entertainment, education, and technology.This year, the 2024 New York State Fair kicks off on Wednesday, August 21 and continues until Labor Day on Monday, September 2, 2024. Today, the New York State Fair is the oldest state fair in the USA, an end-of-summer extravaganza that typically runs for twelve days, starting sometime late in August and ending on Labor Day.The New York State Fair's hours of operation are from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. every day, except for Labor Day, when it'll close at 9 p.m. ========================================= CLOSED for Labor Day Monday, September 2, 2024 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed in observance of Labor Day.  ========================================= The Great New York State Fair 2024 Monday, September 2, 2024 9:00 am - 9:00 pm The Great New York State Fairgrounds, 581 State Fair Blvd , Syracuse, NY 13209 The Great New York State Fair is a 13-day showcase of agriculture, entertainment, education, and technology.This year, the 2024 New York State Fair kicks off on Wednesday, August 21 and continues until Labor Day on Monday, September 2, 2024. Today, the New York State Fair is the oldest state fair in the USA, an end-of-summer extravaganza that typically runs for twelve days, starting sometime late in August and ending on Labor Day.The New York State Fair's hours of operation are from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. every day, except for Labor Day, when it'll close at 9 p.m. ========================================= 2024 Agritourism Monthly Webinar Series Tuesday, September 10, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event This series is free and meets on the second Tuesday of every month from Noon - 1PM. You can register for one or more of the webinars. Register here. 1/9 - Agritourism for Maple Syrup Operations2/13 - Grants for Agritourism Operations3/12 - Staffing Your Agritourism Operation4/9 - Working with Your Local Tourism Office5/14 - Overview of Agritourism Business Plan in AgPlan6/11 - How To's: Livestock Operations (not a petting zoo)7/9 - Urban Agritourism8/13 - TBD9/10 - Handling Difficult Customers10/8 - Creating Value-Added Items/Experiences11/12 - Implementing Outdoor Recreation on the Farm12/10 - Agritourism AccessibilityWebinar Series made possible from USDA NIFA Beginning Farmer and Rancher Program None Registration: https://cnydfc.cce.cornell.edu/event.php?id=2296 ========================================= BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING Tuesday, September 24, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Our Board of Directors meetings are held simultaneously in the meeting rooms at both the Extension Center in Cobleskill and the Education Center in Cooperstown. They are then joined together via the Zoom link below, which guest are welcome to use as well. Meetings begin at 6:30 p.m. except if announced otherwise. Meetings are open to the public. 173 S Grand St, Cobleskill, NY   ~   123 Lake St, Cooperstown, NY ========================================= 2024 Agritourism Monthly Webinar Series Tuesday, October 8, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event This series is free and meets on the second Tuesday of every month from Noon - 1PM. You can register for one or more of the webinars. Register here. 1/9 - Agritourism for Maple Syrup Operations2/13 - Grants for Agritourism Operations3/12 - Staffing Your Agritourism Operation4/9 - Working with Your Local Tourism Office5/14 - Overview of Agritourism Business Plan in AgPlan6/11 - How To's: Livestock Operations (not a petting zoo)7/9 - Urban Agritourism8/13 - TBD9/10 - Handling Difficult Customers10/8 - Creating Value-Added Items/Experiences11/12 - Implementing Outdoor Recreation on the Farm12/10 - Agritourism AccessibilityWebinar Series made possible from USDA NIFA Beginning Farmer and Rancher Program None Registration: https://cnydfc.cce.cornell.edu/event.php?id=2296 ========================================= CLOSED for Columbus Day Monday, October 14, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed in observance of Columbus Day. ========================================= CLOSED for Veterans' Day Monday, November 11, 2024 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed in observance of Veterans' Day. ========================================= 2024 Agritourism Monthly Webinar Series Tuesday, November 12, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event This series is free and meets on the second Tuesday of every month from Noon - 1PM. You can register for one or more of the webinars. Register here. 1/9 - Agritourism for Maple Syrup Operations2/13 - Grants for Agritourism Operations3/12 - Staffing Your Agritourism Operation4/9 - Working with Your Local Tourism Office5/14 - Overview of Agritourism Business Plan in AgPlan6/11 - How To's: Livestock Operations (not a petting zoo)7/9 - Urban Agritourism8/13 - TBD9/10 - Handling Difficult Customers10/8 - Creating Value-Added Items/Experiences11/12 - Implementing Outdoor Recreation on the Farm12/10 - Agritourism AccessibilityWebinar Series made possible from USDA NIFA Beginning Farmer and Rancher Program None Registration: https://cnydfc.cce.cornell.edu/event.php?id=2296 ========================================= BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING Tuesday, November 26, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Our Board of Directors meetings are held simultaneously in the meeting rooms at both the Extension Center in Cobleskill and the Education Center in Cooperstown. They are then joined together via the Zoom link below, which guest are welcome to use as well. Meetings begin at 6:30 p.m. except if announced otherwise. Meetings are open to the public. 173 S Grand St, Cobleskill, NY   ~   123 Lake St, Cooperstown, NY ========================================= CLOSED for the Thanksgiving Holiday Thursday, November 28, 2024 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday. ========================================= CLOSED for the Thanksgiving Holiday Friday, November 29, 2024 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday. ========================================= 2024 Agritourism Monthly Webinar Series Tuesday, December 10, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event This series is free and meets on the second Tuesday of every month from Noon - 1PM. You can register for one or more of the webinars. Register here. 1/9 - Agritourism for Maple Syrup Operations2/13 - Grants for Agritourism Operations3/12 - Staffing Your Agritourism Operation4/9 - Working with Your Local Tourism Office5/14 - Overview of Agritourism Business Plan in AgPlan6/11 - How To's: Livestock Operations (not a petting zoo)7/9 - Urban Agritourism8/13 - TBD9/10 - Handling Difficult Customers10/8 - Creating Value-Added Items/Experiences11/12 - Implementing Outdoor Recreation on the Farm12/10 - Agritourism AccessibilityWebinar Series made possible from USDA NIFA Beginning Farmer and Rancher Program None Registration: https://cnydfc.cce.cornell.edu/event.php?id=2296 ========================================= CLOSED for the Holidays! Tuesday, December 24, 2024 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed for the holidays on December 24th and 25th.  Our offices will also be closed on New Year's Day, January 1, 2025. ========================================= CLOSED for the Holidays! Wednesday, December 25, 2024 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed for the holidays on December 24th and 25th.  Our offices will also be closed on New Year's Day, January 1, 2025. ========================================= CLOSED for the Holidays! Wednesday, January 1, 2025 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed for the holidays on December 24th and 25th.  Our offices will also be closed on New Year's Day, January 1, 2025. ========================================= CLOSED for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Monday, January 20, 2025 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Schoharie and Otsego Counties , Extension Center 173 South Grand Street, Suite 1, Cobleskill, New York 12043 The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. ========================================= CLOSED for Presidents' Day Monday, February 17, 2025 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed in observance of Presidents' Day. =========================================