2024 Pesticide Training and Recertification Series Thursday, April 4, 2024 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Romulus Fire Hall, 2010 Cayuga Street , Romulus, NY 14541 Registration: Fill in the tear-off form Mail registration form and check to: Cornell Cooperative Extension Pesticides 480 North Main Street Canandaigua, NY 14424 PROGRAM SERIES A series of pesticide training and recertification classes will be offered by Cornell Cooperative Extension. Anyone interested in obtaining a pesticide certification license and who meets the D.E.C. (Department of Environmental Conservation) experience/education requirements or current applicators seeking pesticide recertification credits should attend. Class 1- Pesticides & the Environment Highlights: Toxicity of pesticides, pesticide residue & tolerance Environmental considerations Pesticides and ground water Pesticides and wildlife Types & formulations of pesticides Class 2 - Pesticide Safety Highlights: Personal & environmental safety Selection & use of personal protective equipment Symptoms of pesticide poisoning Pesticide storage & disposal Understanding the pesticide label Class 3- Pesticide Mixing, Equipment, and Calibrations Highlights: Procedure for mixing and filling Calculations for mixing pesticides Equipment calibration Types of pumps, nozzles, sprayers Private Certification: This is for the person who will be applying restricted pesticides to their own or employer’s property or rented property. Eligibility Requirement: You must have at least one year of experience mixing and applying pesticides within the last three years. Recertification Credits: Certified applicators, private or commercial, seeking recertification credits will receive 2.5 core credits per class. This is NOT a 30 hour credit course that is required for those who do not meet DEC eligibility requirements. Training Fee: $190.00 includes training manuals and attendance at all three classes.  Exam Fee: $100.00 due the day of the exam.  Recertification credits cost: $40.00/person/class Training Instructors:Russell WelserSenior Resource Educator 585-394-3977 x 436, rw43@cornell.edu Judy Wright, jlw24@cornell.edu, 315-539-9251 ext. 109 ========================================= Hiring Asylees Into Agriculture & Food Manufacturing Jobs Friday, April 5, 2024 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Online Event New York City has experienced an influx of asylum seekers. These individuals represent a new pool of labor available to agricultural employers. Many come with work experience in agriculture and food manufacturing from their home country. All are eager to find full-time employment.This webinar will share what we have learned about asylee skills and interests, services that the NYS Department of Labor is providing to employers and asylees authorized to work, and experiences of agricultural employers who have successfully integrated asylees and refugees into their workforces. Learn how to prepare to accept asylees as part of your labor pool. If you experience technical difficulties on the day of the event, please contact cu-agworkforce@cornell.edu or call 607-255-6357Webinar held by Cornell Agricultural Workforce Development, Cornell Small Farms, and Dairy Foods Extension. Free Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_tyQqsCMDQjW9MXdVOgbU6w#/registration ========================================= ​Agritourism Monthly Webinar Series Tuesday, April 9, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event You can choose to attend one or more of the following webinars.2nd Tuesdays of the Month from Noon to 1pm 01/09 – Agritourism for Maple Syrup Operations02/13 – Grants for Agritourism Operations  03/12 – Staffing your Agritourism Operation04/09 – Working with your Local Tourism Office  05/14 - Overview of Agritourism Business Plan in AgPlan06/11 - How To's: Livestock Operations (not a petting zoo)07/09 - Urban Agritourism08/13 - Cut Flower Agritourism Operations09/10 - Handling Difficult Customers10/08 - Creating Value-Added Items/Experiences11/12 - Implementing Outdoor Recreation on the Farm12/10 - Agritourism Accessibility*Webinar Series made possible from USDA NIFA Beginning Farmer and Rancher Program Free Registration: HTTPS://TINYURL.COM/48RNM7HY ========================================= Solar & Ag in Seneca County: What You Need To Know Wednesday, April 10, 2024 9:30 am - 2:30 pm Romulus Fire Hall, 2010 Cayuga Street , Romulus, NY 14541 Join Seneca County Farm Bureau and CCE Seneca to learn about issues surrounding solar development on agricultural lands from Cornell faculty, American Farmland Trust, and The Denton Law Office, PLLC. AGENDA 10-10:40am (Q&A from10:30-10:40am) Utility Scale Solar Development in NYS: Some Basics - David L. Kay, Senior Extension Associate Department Extension Leader Chair, National Extension Climate Initiative10:45-11:15am (Q&A from 11:15-11:25am) Solar As An Ag Viability Tool - Linda Garrett, New York Regional Director American Farmland Trust11:30-Noon (Q&A from Noon-12:15pm) Solar Energy System Application Reviews and Process - Matt Sousa, Senior Planning Associate12:15-1:10pm: Lunch1:15-2:15pm (including Q&A) NDA’s, leases, lease memoranda, and attorney review of documents with a discussion of how to examine a lease - Chris Denton, The Denton Law Office, PLLC Hosted by Seneca County Farm Bureau and CCE Seneca. $15 per person Ryan M. Staychock, ryan.staychock@cornell.edu, 315-539-9251 ext. 110 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/SenecaSolarAg2024_245 ========================================= 2024 National 4-H Conference Friday, April 19, 2024 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Hyatt Regency Crystal City, 2799 Richmond Hwy , Arlington, VA 22202 Known as “the Secretary’s Conference,” this Conference is the flagship youth development opportunity of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Check out this video about conference! ========================================= 2024 DISTRICT Public Presentations Saturday, April 20, 2024 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Manor Intermediate School, 147 East Street , Honeoye Falls, NY 14472 SAVE THE DATE! Rachel Williams, rrw33@cornell.edu, 315-539-9251 ========================================= 2024 National 4-H Conference Saturday, April 20, 2024 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Hyatt Regency Crystal City, 2799 Richmond Hwy , Arlington, VA 22202 Known as “the Secretary’s Conference,” this Conference is the flagship youth development opportunity of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Check out this video about conference! ========================================= 2024 National 4-H Conference Sunday, April 21, 2024 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Hyatt Regency Crystal City, 2799 Richmond Hwy , Arlington, VA 22202 Known as “the Secretary’s Conference,” this Conference is the flagship youth development opportunity of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Check out this video about conference! ========================================= 2024 National 4-H Conference Monday, April 22, 2024 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Hyatt Regency Crystal City, 2799 Richmond Hwy , Arlington, VA 22202 Known as “the Secretary’s Conference,” this Conference is the flagship youth development opportunity of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Check out this video about conference! ========================================= 2024 National 4-H Conference Tuesday, April 23, 2024 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Hyatt Regency Crystal City, 2799 Richmond Hwy , Arlington, VA 22202 Known as “the Secretary’s Conference,” this Conference is the flagship youth development opportunity of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Check out this video about conference! ========================================= 2024 National 4-H Conference Wednesday, April 24, 2024 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Hyatt Regency Crystal City, 2799 Richmond Hwy , Arlington, VA 22202 Known as “the Secretary’s Conference,” this Conference is the flagship youth development opportunity of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Check out this video about conference! ========================================= Spring 2024 TSC Paper Clover Campaign Wednesday, April 24, 2024 8:00 am - 9:00 pm Tractor Supply Co., 2109 Rte 5 & 20 , Seneca Falls, NY 13148 Join us to support local 4-H programming by buying a paper clover at the register or online while shopping at Tractor Supply!Participating local Tractor Supply Co. store in Seneca County: 2109 Rte 5 & 20, Seneca Falls, NY 13148 (Tractor Supply Co. website).*The days/hours this event appears on, reflect the Seneca Falls location store hours.About TSC Spring Paper Clover CampaignEach spring and fall, Tractor Supply helps raise money for 4-H programs through the sale of Paper Clovers in their stores. Since 2010, Tractor Supply has partnered with 4‑H to help create Opportunity4All and raise more than $14 million through the Paper Clover campaign. The success of these campaigns has impacted over 81,500 youth by providing them with the tools and resources they need to move forward and reach their full potential.100 percent of funds raised through the bi-annual Paper Clover campaign directly benefits 4‑H youth. 90 percent of donations directly support 4‑H youth in the state where the funds were raised, and the remaining 10 percent supports the overall mission and growth of 4‑H nationally. ========================================= Spring 2024 TSC Paper Clover Campaign Thursday, April 25, 2024 8:00 am - 9:00 pm Tractor Supply Co., 2109 Rte 5 & 20 , Seneca Falls, NY 13148 Join us to support local 4-H programming by buying a paper clover at the register or online while shopping at Tractor Supply!Participating local Tractor Supply Co. store in Seneca County: 2109 Rte 5 & 20, Seneca Falls, NY 13148 (Tractor Supply Co. website).*The days/hours this event appears on, reflect the Seneca Falls location store hours.About TSC Spring Paper Clover CampaignEach spring and fall, Tractor Supply helps raise money for 4-H programs through the sale of Paper Clovers in their stores. Since 2010, Tractor Supply has partnered with 4‑H to help create Opportunity4All and raise more than $14 million through the Paper Clover campaign. The success of these campaigns has impacted over 81,500 youth by providing them with the tools and resources they need to move forward and reach their full potential.100 percent of funds raised through the bi-annual Paper Clover campaign directly benefits 4‑H youth. 90 percent of donations directly support 4‑H youth in the state where the funds were raised, and the remaining 10 percent supports the overall mission and growth of 4‑H nationally. ========================================= Spring 2024 TSC Paper Clover Campaign Friday, April 26, 2024 8:00 am - 9:00 pm Tractor Supply Co., 2109 Rte 5 & 20 , Seneca Falls, NY 13148 Join us to support local 4-H programming by buying a paper clover at the register or online while shopping at Tractor Supply!Participating local Tractor Supply Co. store in Seneca County: 2109 Rte 5 & 20, Seneca Falls, NY 13148 (Tractor Supply Co. website).*The days/hours this event appears on, reflect the Seneca Falls location store hours.About TSC Spring Paper Clover CampaignEach spring and fall, Tractor Supply helps raise money for 4-H programs through the sale of Paper Clovers in their stores. Since 2010, Tractor Supply has partnered with 4‑H to help create Opportunity4All and raise more than $14 million through the Paper Clover campaign. The success of these campaigns has impacted over 81,500 youth by providing them with the tools and resources they need to move forward and reach their full potential.100 percent of funds raised through the bi-annual Paper Clover campaign directly benefits 4‑H youth. 90 percent of donations directly support 4‑H youth in the state where the funds were raised, and the remaining 10 percent supports the overall mission and growth of 4‑H nationally. ========================================= Spring 2024 TSC Paper Clover Campaign Saturday, April 27, 2024 8:00 am - 9:00 pm Tractor Supply Co., 2109 Rte 5 & 20 , Seneca Falls, NY 13148 Join us to support local 4-H programming by buying a paper clover at the register or online while shopping at Tractor Supply!Participating local Tractor Supply Co. store in Seneca County: 2109 Rte 5 & 20, Seneca Falls, NY 13148 (Tractor Supply Co. website).*The days/hours this event appears on, reflect the Seneca Falls location store hours.About TSC Spring Paper Clover CampaignEach spring and fall, Tractor Supply helps raise money for 4-H programs through the sale of Paper Clovers in their stores. Since 2010, Tractor Supply has partnered with 4‑H to help create Opportunity4All and raise more than $14 million through the Paper Clover campaign. The success of these campaigns has impacted over 81,500 youth by providing them with the tools and resources they need to move forward and reach their full potential.100 percent of funds raised through the bi-annual Paper Clover campaign directly benefits 4‑H youth. 90 percent of donations directly support 4‑H youth in the state where the funds were raised, and the remaining 10 percent supports the overall mission and growth of 4‑H nationally. ========================================= Spring 2024 TSC Paper Clover Campaign Sunday, April 28, 2024 8:00 am - 7:00 pm Tractor Supply Co., 2109 Rte 5 & 20 , Seneca Falls, NY 13148 Join us to support local 4-H programming by buying a paper clover at the register or online while shopping at Tractor Supply!Participating local Tractor Supply Co. store in Seneca County: 2109 Rte 5 & 20, Seneca Falls, NY 13148 (Tractor Supply Co. website).*The days/hours this event appears on, reflect the Seneca Falls location store hours.About TSC Spring Paper Clover CampaignEach spring and fall, Tractor Supply helps raise money for 4-H programs through the sale of Paper Clovers in their stores. Since 2010, Tractor Supply has partnered with 4‑H to help create Opportunity4All and raise more than $14 million through the Paper Clover campaign. The success of these campaigns has impacted over 81,500 youth by providing them with the tools and resources they need to move forward and reach their full potential.100 percent of funds raised through the bi-annual Paper Clover campaign directly benefits 4‑H youth. 90 percent of donations directly support 4‑H youth in the state where the funds were raised, and the remaining 10 percent supports the overall mission and growth of 4‑H nationally. ========================================= Spring 2024 TSC Paper Clover Campaign Monday, April 29, 2024 8:00 am - 9:00 pm Tractor Supply Co., 2109 Rte 5 & 20 , Seneca Falls, NY 13148 Join us to support local 4-H programming by buying a paper clover at the register or online while shopping at Tractor Supply!Participating local Tractor Supply Co. store in Seneca County: 2109 Rte 5 & 20, Seneca Falls, NY 13148 (Tractor Supply Co. website).*The days/hours this event appears on, reflect the Seneca Falls location store hours.About TSC Spring Paper Clover CampaignEach spring and fall, Tractor Supply helps raise money for 4-H programs through the sale of Paper Clovers in their stores. Since 2010, Tractor Supply has partnered with 4‑H to help create Opportunity4All and raise more than $14 million through the Paper Clover campaign. The success of these campaigns has impacted over 81,500 youth by providing them with the tools and resources they need to move forward and reach their full potential.100 percent of funds raised through the bi-annual Paper Clover campaign directly benefits 4‑H youth. 90 percent of donations directly support 4‑H youth in the state where the funds were raised, and the remaining 10 percent supports the overall mission and growth of 4‑H nationally. ========================================= Spring 2024 TSC Paper Clover Campaign Tuesday, April 30, 2024 8:00 am - 9:00 pm Tractor Supply Co., 2109 Rte 5 & 20 , Seneca Falls, NY 13148 Join us to support local 4-H programming by buying a paper clover at the register or online while shopping at Tractor Supply!Participating local Tractor Supply Co. store in Seneca County: 2109 Rte 5 & 20, Seneca Falls, NY 13148 (Tractor Supply Co. website).*The days/hours this event appears on, reflect the Seneca Falls location store hours.About TSC Spring Paper Clover CampaignEach spring and fall, Tractor Supply helps raise money for 4-H programs through the sale of Paper Clovers in their stores. Since 2010, Tractor Supply has partnered with 4‑H to help create Opportunity4All and raise more than $14 million through the Paper Clover campaign. The success of these campaigns has impacted over 81,500 youth by providing them with the tools and resources they need to move forward and reach their full potential.100 percent of funds raised through the bi-annual Paper Clover campaign directly benefits 4‑H youth. 90 percent of donations directly support 4‑H youth in the state where the funds were raised, and the remaining 10 percent supports the overall mission and growth of 4‑H nationally. ========================================= Spring 2024 TSC Paper Clover Campaign Wednesday, May 1, 2024 8:00 am - 9:00 pm Tractor Supply Co., 2109 Rte 5 & 20 , Seneca Falls, NY 13148 Join us to support local 4-H programming by buying a paper clover at the register or online while shopping at Tractor Supply!Participating local Tractor Supply Co. store in Seneca County: 2109 Rte 5 & 20, Seneca Falls, NY 13148 (Tractor Supply Co. website).*The days/hours this event appears on, reflect the Seneca Falls location store hours.About TSC Spring Paper Clover CampaignEach spring and fall, Tractor Supply helps raise money for 4-H programs through the sale of Paper Clovers in their stores. Since 2010, Tractor Supply has partnered with 4‑H to help create Opportunity4All and raise more than $14 million through the Paper Clover campaign. The success of these campaigns has impacted over 81,500 youth by providing them with the tools and resources they need to move forward and reach their full potential.100 percent of funds raised through the bi-annual Paper Clover campaign directly benefits 4‑H youth. 90 percent of donations directly support 4‑H youth in the state where the funds were raised, and the remaining 10 percent supports the overall mission and growth of 4‑H nationally. ========================================= Spring 2024 TSC Paper Clover Campaign Thursday, May 2, 2024 8:00 am - 9:00 pm Tractor Supply Co., 2109 Rte 5 & 20 , Seneca Falls, NY 13148 Join us to support local 4-H programming by buying a paper clover at the register or online while shopping at Tractor Supply!Participating local Tractor Supply Co. store in Seneca County: 2109 Rte 5 & 20, Seneca Falls, NY 13148 (Tractor Supply Co. website).*The days/hours this event appears on, reflect the Seneca Falls location store hours.About TSC Spring Paper Clover CampaignEach spring and fall, Tractor Supply helps raise money for 4-H programs through the sale of Paper Clovers in their stores. Since 2010, Tractor Supply has partnered with 4‑H to help create Opportunity4All and raise more than $14 million through the Paper Clover campaign. The success of these campaigns has impacted over 81,500 youth by providing them with the tools and resources they need to move forward and reach their full potential.100 percent of funds raised through the bi-annual Paper Clover campaign directly benefits 4‑H youth. 90 percent of donations directly support 4‑H youth in the state where the funds were raised, and the remaining 10 percent supports the overall mission and growth of 4‑H nationally. ========================================= 2024 State Teen Action Retreat (STAR) Friday, May 3, 2024 8:00 am - 4:30 pm 4-H Camp Shankitunk, 2420 Arbor Hill Rd , Delhi, NY 13753 Registration will close on Friday, April 12, 2024.It is the 20th anniversary of our State Teen Action retreat and we have some special treats in store for you this year! This wonderful weekend is the culmination of a full year of planning by our teen and adult planning committee members from all around New York State. Registration: https://apps.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=STAR2024_328 ========================================= Spring 2024 TSC Paper Clover Campaign Friday, May 3, 2024 8:00 am - 9:00 pm Tractor Supply Co., 2109 Rte 5 & 20 , Seneca Falls, NY 13148 Join us to support local 4-H programming by buying a paper clover at the register or online while shopping at Tractor Supply!Participating local Tractor Supply Co. store in Seneca County: 2109 Rte 5 & 20, Seneca Falls, NY 13148 (Tractor Supply Co. website).*The days/hours this event appears on, reflect the Seneca Falls location store hours.About TSC Spring Paper Clover CampaignEach spring and fall, Tractor Supply helps raise money for 4-H programs through the sale of Paper Clovers in their stores. Since 2010, Tractor Supply has partnered with 4‑H to help create Opportunity4All and raise more than $14 million through the Paper Clover campaign. The success of these campaigns has impacted over 81,500 youth by providing them with the tools and resources they need to move forward and reach their full potential.100 percent of funds raised through the bi-annual Paper Clover campaign directly benefits 4‑H youth. 90 percent of donations directly support 4‑H youth in the state where the funds were raised, and the remaining 10 percent supports the overall mission and growth of 4‑H nationally. ========================================= 2024 State Teen Action Retreat (STAR) Saturday, May 4, 2024 8:00 am - 4:30 pm 4-H Camp Shankitunk, 2420 Arbor Hill Rd , Delhi, NY 13753 Registration will close on Friday, April 12, 2024.It is the 20th anniversary of our State Teen Action retreat and we have some special treats in store for you this year! This wonderful weekend is the culmination of a full year of planning by our teen and adult planning committee members from all around New York State. Registration: https://apps.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=STAR2024_328 ========================================= Spring 2024 TSC Paper Clover Campaign Saturday, May 4, 2024 8:00 am - 9:00 pm Tractor Supply Co., 2109 Rte 5 & 20 , Seneca Falls, NY 13148 Join us to support local 4-H programming by buying a paper clover at the register or online while shopping at Tractor Supply!Participating local Tractor Supply Co. store in Seneca County: 2109 Rte 5 & 20, Seneca Falls, NY 13148 (Tractor Supply Co. website).*The days/hours this event appears on, reflect the Seneca Falls location store hours.About TSC Spring Paper Clover CampaignEach spring and fall, Tractor Supply helps raise money for 4-H programs through the sale of Paper Clovers in their stores. Since 2010, Tractor Supply has partnered with 4‑H to help create Opportunity4All and raise more than $14 million through the Paper Clover campaign. The success of these campaigns has impacted over 81,500 youth by providing them with the tools and resources they need to move forward and reach their full potential.100 percent of funds raised through the bi-annual Paper Clover campaign directly benefits 4‑H youth. 90 percent of donations directly support 4‑H youth in the state where the funds were raised, and the remaining 10 percent supports the overall mission and growth of 4‑H nationally. ========================================= 2024 State Teen Action Retreat (STAR) Sunday, May 5, 2024 8:00 am - 4:30 pm 4-H Camp Shankitunk, 2420 Arbor Hill Rd , Delhi, NY 13753 Registration will close on Friday, April 12, 2024.It is the 20th anniversary of our State Teen Action retreat and we have some special treats in store for you this year! This wonderful weekend is the culmination of a full year of planning by our teen and adult planning committee members from all around New York State. Registration: https://apps.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=STAR2024_328 ========================================= Spring 2024 TSC Paper Clover Campaign Sunday, May 5, 2024 8:00 am - 7:00 pm Tractor Supply Co., 2109 Rte 5 & 20 , Seneca Falls, NY 13148 Join us to support local 4-H programming by buying a paper clover at the register or online while shopping at Tractor Supply!Participating local Tractor Supply Co. store in Seneca County: 2109 Rte 5 & 20, Seneca Falls, NY 13148 (Tractor Supply Co. website).*The days/hours this event appears on, reflect the Seneca Falls location store hours.About TSC Spring Paper Clover CampaignEach spring and fall, Tractor Supply helps raise money for 4-H programs through the sale of Paper Clovers in their stores. Since 2010, Tractor Supply has partnered with 4‑H to help create Opportunity4All and raise more than $14 million through the Paper Clover campaign. The success of these campaigns has impacted over 81,500 youth by providing them with the tools and resources they need to move forward and reach their full potential.100 percent of funds raised through the bi-annual Paper Clover campaign directly benefits 4‑H youth. 90 percent of donations directly support 4‑H youth in the state where the funds were raised, and the remaining 10 percent supports the overall mission and growth of 4‑H nationally. ========================================= Board Meeting Monday, May 13, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm CCE Seneca, 369 East Main Street , Waterloo, New York 13165 The CCE Seneca County Board of Directors meet on the second Monday of the month, every other month during the school year. Meetings begin at 6pm at the Cooperative Extension Education Center conference room, located at 369 East Main Street in Waterloo (except for May 13th). Members of the public are welcome to attend.SCHEDULEMonday, January 8 @ 6pmMonday, March 18 @ 6pmMonday, May 13 @ 6pm at South County location TBDMonday, September 9 @ 6pmMonday, November 4 @ 6pmAnnual Meeting - Monday, December 2 @ 5:45pm at location TBD Ave Bauder, whb65@cornell.edu, 315-539-9251 ========================================= ​Agritourism Monthly Webinar Series Tuesday, May 14, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event You can choose to attend one or more of the following webinars.2nd Tuesdays of the Month from Noon to 1pm 01/09 – Agritourism for Maple Syrup Operations02/13 – Grants for Agritourism Operations  03/12 – Staffing your Agritourism Operation04/09 – Working with your Local Tourism Office  05/14 - Overview of Agritourism Business Plan in AgPlan06/11 - How To's: Livestock Operations (not a petting zoo)07/09 - Urban Agritourism08/13 - Cut Flower Agritourism Operations09/10 - Handling Difficult Customers10/08 - Creating Value-Added Items/Experiences11/12 - Implementing Outdoor Recreation on the Farm12/10 - Agritourism Accessibility*Webinar Series made possible from USDA NIFA Beginning Farmer and Rancher Program Free Registration: HTTPS://TINYURL.COM/48RNM7HY ========================================= 55th Annual Outdoor Education Field Day Wednesday, May 15, 2024 9:30 am - 1:30 pm Seneca Lake State Park, 1 Lake Front Drive , Geneva, NY 14456 An exciting event to introduce Seneca County 6th Graders to outdoor living, experiences with nature, and the importance of conservation!OEFD 2024 Presenters RegistrationThe 55th annual Outdoor Education Field Day will host around 300 sixth grade youth and aims to offer educational opportunities within a variety of topics including outdoor education, environment, natural resources, and conservation. Presentations are intended to enrich their science and core curriculums. Hands-on activities and educational games are well-received by these active students. *Your workshop will be about 17 minutes long and geared toward 6th grade students. It should be hands-on and engaging, and appropriate for group sizes of about 20 students.More information to come! Rachel Williams, rrw33@cornell.edu, 315-539-9251 ========================================= 4-H Capital Days Sunday, May 19, 2024 8:00 am - 4:30 pm SAVE THE DATE!More information to come... About 4-H Capital Days4-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. 4-H Capital Days creates awareness of career opportunities in New York State government, better understand state government, and network with delegates from other counties. Delegates are chosen by their county 4-H program. The objectives of the 4-H Capital Days program are: 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 opportunity to meet with legislators and tell their 4-H stories. To create an awareness of career opportunities within the New York State Government and Public Service. To meet and exchange experiences with delegates from other counties.  FORMS Code of Conduct Delegate & Chaperone Form Payment Form Permission Slip RESOURCES Find your Assembly Person Find your Senator Know Your Elected Officials NY State Government Quiz Attire Guide Information Packet Rachel Williams, rrw33@cornell.edu, 315-539-9251 ========================================= 4-H Capital Days Monday, May 20, 2024 8:00 am - 4:30 pm SAVE THE DATE!More information to come... About 4-H Capital Days4-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. 4-H Capital Days creates awareness of career opportunities in New York State government, better understand state government, and network with delegates from other counties. Delegates are chosen by their county 4-H program. The objectives of the 4-H Capital Days program are: 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 opportunity to meet with legislators and tell their 4-H stories. To create an awareness of career opportunities within the New York State Government and Public Service. To meet and exchange experiences with delegates from other counties.  FORMS Code of Conduct Delegate & Chaperone Form Payment Form Permission Slip RESOURCES Find your Assembly Person Find your Senator Know Your Elected Officials NY State Government Quiz Attire Guide Information Packet Rachel Williams, rrw33@cornell.edu, 315-539-9251 ========================================= 4-H Capital Days Tuesday, May 21, 2024 8:00 am - 4:30 pm SAVE THE DATE!More information to come... About 4-H Capital Days4-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. 4-H Capital Days creates awareness of career opportunities in New York State government, better understand state government, and network with delegates from other counties. Delegates are chosen by their county 4-H program. The objectives of the 4-H Capital Days program are: 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 opportunity to meet with legislators and tell their 4-H stories. To create an awareness of career opportunities within the New York State Government and Public Service. To meet and exchange experiences with delegates from other counties.  FORMS Code of Conduct Delegate & Chaperone Form Payment Form Permission Slip RESOURCES Find your Assembly Person Find your Senator Know Your Elected Officials NY State Government Quiz Attire Guide Information Packet Rachel Williams, rrw33@cornell.edu, 315-539-9251 ========================================= Culinary Tent at Celebrate Commemorate 2024 Saturday, May 25, 2024 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Lafayette Park, 220 Main Street (Routes 5 & 20) , Waterloo, New York 13165 Save the Dates!More information to come... Moira Tidball, mmt65@cornell.edu, 315-539-9251 ext. 111 ========================================= 4-H Jr. Iron Chef Competition 2024 Sunday, May 26, 2024 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Lafayette Park, 220 Main Street (Routes 5 & 20) , Waterloo, New York 13165 Space is limited. Registration is required by Monday, May 20 Register online at: Stay tune for link If you are unable to access the internet, please call CCE Seneca at 315-539-9251. We will hold an exhibition for up to 2 teams of 3rd to 5th graders. An adult mentor and supervisor is required. Modeled after the TV show “Chopped”, youth will be provided Festival food and will be asked to reinvent their food item into healthier and tastier recipes, using some pantry items, local foods, maybe a surprise or two, and their own culinary creativity! All ingredients and cooking tools and supplies will be provided. Up to four teams of 3-5 Middle and/or High school students can participate and must register. You do not need to be existing 4-H members in order to participate. Rachel Williams, rrw33@cornell.edu, 315-539-9251 ========================================= Culinary Tent at Celebrate Commemorate 2024 Sunday, May 26, 2024 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Lafayette Park, 220 Main Street (Routes 5 & 20) , Waterloo, New York 13165 Save the Dates!More information to come... Moira Tidball, mmt65@cornell.edu, 315-539-9251 ext. 111 ========================================= New York State Fiber Conference Sunday, June 9, 2024 9:30 am - 4:00 pm Butternut Hill Campground, 6893 US Route 20 , Bouckville, NY 13310 Advance registration required by June 3, 2024.Conference is limited to the first 50 participants. New York Veterans will have their registration fee reimbursed by the Farm Ops Program.Registration fee includes free admission to the Central New York Fiber Festival (see below) on Sunday to explore during your 1 ½ hour lunch break. Food venders will be on site for you to purchase food.Registration questions contact Dara Boudreaux tff24@cornell.eduSign in is at 9:00amTheme for this year: Quality MattersBeginners as well as the more experienced fiber producers are sure to gain valuable hands-on skills, and knowledge with respect to fiber quality, and what to look for. You will be physically touching, feeling and seeing the difference between various fiber and fleece types in the presence of an instructor. The instructor will show and demonstrate what you need to look for in a quality fleece or fiber. You will also learn how to skirt a fleece and what the best uses are for the different fibers. There will be a sheep shearing demonstration with a commentary on what needs to be done at this stage to ensure the best quality.Participants will go away with an understanding of the different certification programs and how they might be beneficial to their farm business.Topics to be covered: Challenges and Rewards of Raising Animals for High Quality FiberCornell University Small Ruminant Program - What to ExpectWool and other Fibers Certification Programs – What’s Out There, Advantages and DisadvantagesImpacts of Certifications – Panel Discussion: Farmers and RetailersQuality Exploration with Animal FibersFor conference agenda and registration https://caahp.ccext.net/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&id=193.The Central New York Fiber Arts Festival is on June 8 & 9, 2024 at the same location as the NYS Animal Fiber Conference. They expect a full complement of 120 booths filled with fleeces, yarns, fiber equipment, fiber animals and all manner of finished fiber products. They will have a full schedule of exciting lectures and workshops, a weaving competition, fleece sale, shearing demonstration, weaving booth, and children’s activities. For additional information regarding the Fiber Arts Festival: https://cnyfiberarts.orgOvernight accommodations:https://www.reservations.com/hotels/bouckville-ny and https://www.reservations.com/hotels/bouckville-ny Fee $30 per person. ========================================= ​Agritourism Monthly Webinar Series Tuesday, June 11, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event You can choose to attend one or more of the following webinars.2nd Tuesdays of the Month from Noon to 1pm 01/09 – Agritourism for Maple Syrup Operations02/13 – Grants for Agritourism Operations  03/12 – Staffing your Agritourism Operation04/09 – Working with your Local Tourism Office  05/14 - Overview of Agritourism Business Plan in AgPlan06/11 - How To's: Livestock Operations (not a petting zoo)07/09 - Urban Agritourism08/13 - Cut Flower Agritourism Operations09/10 - Handling Difficult Customers10/08 - Creating Value-Added Items/Experiences11/12 - Implementing Outdoor Recreation on the Farm12/10 - Agritourism Accessibility*Webinar Series made possible from USDA NIFA Beginning Farmer and Rancher Program Free Registration: HTTPS://TINYURL.COM/48RNM7HY ========================================= ​Agritourism Monthly Webinar Series Tuesday, July 9, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event You can choose to attend one or more of the following webinars.2nd Tuesdays of the Month from Noon to 1pm 01/09 – Agritourism for Maple Syrup Operations02/13 – Grants for Agritourism Operations  03/12 – Staffing your Agritourism Operation04/09 – Working with your Local Tourism Office  05/14 - Overview of Agritourism Business Plan in AgPlan06/11 - How To's: Livestock Operations (not a petting zoo)07/09 - Urban Agritourism08/13 - Cut Flower Agritourism Operations09/10 - Handling Difficult Customers10/08 - Creating Value-Added Items/Experiences11/12 - Implementing Outdoor Recreation on the Farm12/10 - Agritourism Accessibility*Webinar Series made possible from USDA NIFA Beginning Farmer and Rancher Program Free Registration: HTTPS://TINYURL.COM/48RNM7HY ========================================= ​Agritourism Monthly Webinar Series Tuesday, August 13, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event You can choose to attend one or more of the following webinars.2nd Tuesdays of the Month from Noon to 1pm 01/09 – Agritourism for Maple Syrup Operations02/13 – Grants for Agritourism Operations  03/12 – Staffing your Agritourism Operation04/09 – Working with your Local Tourism Office  05/14 - Overview of Agritourism Business Plan in AgPlan06/11 - How To's: Livestock Operations (not a petting zoo)07/09 - Urban Agritourism08/13 - Cut Flower Agritourism Operations09/10 - Handling Difficult Customers10/08 - Creating Value-Added Items/Experiences11/12 - Implementing Outdoor Recreation on the Farm12/10 - Agritourism Accessibility*Webinar Series made possible from USDA NIFA Beginning Farmer and Rancher Program Free Registration: HTTPS://TINYURL.COM/48RNM7HY ========================================= Board Meeting Monday, September 9, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm CCE Seneca, 369 East Main Street , Waterloo, New York 13165 The CCE Seneca County Board of Directors meet on the second Monday of the month, every other month during the school year. Meetings begin at 6pm at the Cooperative Extension Education Center conference room, located at 369 East Main Street in Waterloo (except for May 13th). Members of the public are welcome to attend.SCHEDULEMonday, January 8 @ 6pmMonday, March 18 @ 6pmMonday, May 13 @ 6pm at South County location TBDMonday, September 9 @ 6pmMonday, November 4 @ 6pmAnnual Meeting - Monday, December 2 @ 5:45pm at location TBD Ave Bauder, whb65@cornell.edu, 315-539-9251 ========================================= ​Agritourism Monthly Webinar Series Tuesday, September 10, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event You can choose to attend one or more of the following webinars.2nd Tuesdays of the Month from Noon to 1pm 01/09 – Agritourism for Maple Syrup Operations02/13 – Grants for Agritourism Operations  03/12 – Staffing your Agritourism Operation04/09 – Working with your Local Tourism Office  05/14 - Overview of Agritourism Business Plan in AgPlan06/11 - How To's: Livestock Operations (not a petting zoo)07/09 - Urban Agritourism08/13 - Cut Flower Agritourism Operations09/10 - Handling Difficult Customers10/08 - Creating Value-Added Items/Experiences11/12 - Implementing Outdoor Recreation on the Farm12/10 - Agritourism Accessibility*Webinar Series made possible from USDA NIFA Beginning Farmer and Rancher Program Free Registration: HTTPS://TINYURL.COM/48RNM7HY ========================================= ​Agritourism Monthly Webinar Series Tuesday, October 8, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event You can choose to attend one or more of the following webinars.2nd Tuesdays of the Month from Noon to 1pm 01/09 – Agritourism for Maple Syrup Operations02/13 – Grants for Agritourism Operations  03/12 – Staffing your Agritourism Operation04/09 – Working with your Local Tourism Office  05/14 - Overview of Agritourism Business Plan in AgPlan06/11 - How To's: Livestock Operations (not a petting zoo)07/09 - Urban Agritourism08/13 - Cut Flower Agritourism Operations09/10 - Handling Difficult Customers10/08 - Creating Value-Added Items/Experiences11/12 - Implementing Outdoor Recreation on the Farm12/10 - Agritourism Accessibility*Webinar Series made possible from USDA NIFA Beginning Farmer and Rancher Program Free Registration: HTTPS://TINYURL.COM/48RNM7HY ========================================= Board Meeting Monday, November 4, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm CCE Seneca, 369 East Main Street , Waterloo, New York 13165 The CCE Seneca County Board of Directors meet on the second Monday of the month, every other month during the school year. Meetings begin at 6pm at the Cooperative Extension Education Center conference room, located at 369 East Main Street in Waterloo (except for May 13th). Members of the public are welcome to attend.SCHEDULEMonday, January 8 @ 6pmMonday, March 18 @ 6pmMonday, May 13 @ 6pm at South County location TBDMonday, September 9 @ 6pmMonday, November 4 @ 6pmAnnual Meeting - Monday, December 2 @ 5:45pm at location TBD Ave Bauder, whb65@cornell.edu, 315-539-9251 ========================================= ​Agritourism Monthly Webinar Series Tuesday, November 12, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event You can choose to attend one or more of the following webinars.2nd Tuesdays of the Month from Noon to 1pm 01/09 – Agritourism for Maple Syrup Operations02/13 – Grants for Agritourism Operations  03/12 – Staffing your Agritourism Operation04/09 – Working with your Local Tourism Office  05/14 - Overview of Agritourism Business Plan in AgPlan06/11 - How To's: Livestock Operations (not a petting zoo)07/09 - Urban Agritourism08/13 - Cut Flower Agritourism Operations09/10 - Handling Difficult Customers10/08 - Creating Value-Added Items/Experiences11/12 - Implementing Outdoor Recreation on the Farm12/10 - Agritourism Accessibility*Webinar Series made possible from USDA NIFA Beginning Farmer and Rancher Program Free Registration: HTTPS://TINYURL.COM/48RNM7HY ========================================= ​Agritourism Monthly Webinar Series Tuesday, December 10, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event You can choose to attend one or more of the following webinars.2nd Tuesdays of the Month from Noon to 1pm 01/09 – Agritourism for Maple Syrup Operations02/13 – Grants for Agritourism Operations  03/12 – Staffing your Agritourism Operation04/09 – Working with your Local Tourism Office  05/14 - Overview of Agritourism Business Plan in AgPlan06/11 - How To's: Livestock Operations (not a petting zoo)07/09 - Urban Agritourism08/13 - Cut Flower Agritourism Operations09/10 - Handling Difficult Customers10/08 - Creating Value-Added Items/Experiences11/12 - Implementing Outdoor Recreation on the Farm12/10 - Agritourism Accessibility*Webinar Series made possible from USDA NIFA Beginning Farmer and Rancher Program Free Registration: HTTPS://TINYURL.COM/48RNM7HY =========================================