Take Action Against Hemlock Woolly Adelgid – Impacts, ID, & Citizen Science PART 2: Citizen Scientist Training – Learn How to Hunt for HWA Wednesday, March 3, 2021 10:00 am - 11:00 am Led by partners from the Adirondack Mountain Club, Capital Region PRISM, and Lake George Land Conservancy, participants will learn how to adopt a trailhead, carry out self-guided HWA field surveys, and collect environmental data using iMapInvasives, a free, easy-to-use, mobile mapping tool. This is an excellent way to support the lands you love and get involved with local conservation while hiking, x-country skiing, or snowshoeing this winter. To maximize this training, APIPP highly recommends signing up for a free iMapInvasives Account prior to the workshop. Self-guided iMap Trainingsare available to walk you through the process if you want to get started using these fun maps.  ========================================= Discovering the Art and Science of Maple Production Wednesday, March 10, 2021 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm March10th6:30pm—7:30pm Via Zoom Learn about... The History of Maple Tapping Styles of TappingHow to Tap, Collect, and Boil Different grades of Maple Syrup Maple tree identification At home Maple Exploration KitKits Include Maple Samples Comparing Fresh local Maple Syrup to Store bought syrup. -Maple peanuts-Maple Cream-Maple Candie-And much more...Register by March 3rd$25 Family Kit This event is family-friendly and will include children's activities with the family Kit. $15 Single Kit Registration Link :https://apps.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=Maple_Production_241 SPACE IS LIMITEDCall the office 518.885.8995 or email Jessica jmh452@cornell.edu with any questions. $15-25 Jessica Holmes, jmh452@cornell.edu, 518-885-8995 ext. 2223 ========================================= Virtual Veterinary Science: 4-H Doc in a Box Wednesday, March 10, 2021 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Saratoga County 4-H is offering a unique education opportunity for local youth. Virtual Vet Science will offer classes with a variety of topics including: Horse Guts and Math, Chicken and the Egg, and more!Each participant will receive a "Doc in a Box" with materials to use for each class. Boxes will be available for pick up at the 4-H Training Center in Ballston SpaClick here to registerThe program is designed for 11-16 year olds and will be held via Zoom every Wednesday beginning March 10 until April 14th @ 6:00 PM. The cost is $20  plus a $15 box deposit. Non-4-H members will pay an additional $5 fee.Please call Brieanna Hughes if you have any questions. $35-$40 Brieanna Hughes, bh548@cornell.edu, 518-885-8995 ext. 2206 ========================================= Saratoga Virtual Horse Symposium: Class 1 - Sound Development of Young Horses Tuesday, March 16, 2021 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Join Dr. Jessica Leatherwood for the first class of the 2021 Saratoga Virtual Horse Symposium. She will be kicking off the 6 class series by teaching Sound Development of Young Horses. This class will provide participants the opportunity to learn and interact with an expert in the Equine field.  This can be taken as an individual class or equine enthusiasts can choose from a variety of other participation packages being offered. Click here for the full details of the month-long event  OR  click here to register for just this class.  *registration for this class automatically provides access to the April 2nd Trivia Night $5 per class additional options available Brieanna Hughes, bh548@cornell.edu, 518-885-8995 ext. 2206 ========================================= Saratoga Virtual Horse Symposium: Class 2 - TBD Thursday, March 18, 2021 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm The details for the second class have not been finalized but don't let that stop you! This class will continue the series by providing quality information from another Equine expert. Stay tuned to our events page and our social media for the announcement! This can be taken as an individual class or equine enthusiasts can choose from a variety of other participation packages being offered.Click here for the full details of the month-long event OR click here to register for just this class.  *registration for this class automatically provides access to the April 2nd Trivia Night $5 per class additional options available Brieanna Hughes, bh548@cornell.edu, 518-885-8995 ext. 2206 ========================================= Saratoga Virtual Horse Symposium: Class 3 - An Introduction to Liability Risks Tuesday, March 23, 2021 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Melissa Subjeck is an expert in the legal equine field. Join her for the third class in the Symposium, An Introduction to Liability Risks. Melissa will guide participants through the basics of liability.This can be taken as an individual class or equine enthusiasts can choose from a variety of other participation packages being offered.Click here for the full details of the month-long event OR click here to register for just this class.  *registration for this class automatically provides access to the April 2nd Trivia Night $5 per class additional options available Brieanna Hughes, bh548@cornell.edu, 518-885-8995 ext. 2206 ========================================= Farm to School Networking Series: Vacuum Sealing for Quality Frozen Local Produce Wednesday, March 24, 2021 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Vacuum Sealing for Quality Frozen Local Produce-Bruno Xavier, PhD and Shannon Prozeller, BS from the Cornell Food Venture CenterVacuum sealing is a type of Reduced Oxygen Packaging which can greatly improve the quality of frozen foods. However, it has the potential of creating a serious food safety risk. This presentation will address safely using vacuum sealing and the training that the Cornell Food Venture Center offers for those who wish to use this food processing method. Brought to you by the Saratoga County Farm To School ProgramFor Registration Click here to email Nicolina Foti at nvf5@cornell.edu Nicolina Foti, nvf5@cornell.edu, 518-885-8995 ext.2230 ========================================= Saratoga Virtual Horse Symposium: Class 4 - Equine Law Thursday, March 25, 2021 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Melissa Subjeck is an expert in the legal equine field. Join her for her second class and the fourth in the Symposium; Equine Law. Melissa will provide guidance and information on how to navigate this field for horse owners, business owners, and horse enthusiasts. This can be taken as an individual class or equine enthusiasts can choose from a variety of other participation packages being offered.Click here for the full details of the month-long event OR click here to register for just this class.  *registration for this class automatically provides access to the April 2nd Trivia Night $5 per class additional options available Brieanna Hughes, bh548@cornell.edu, 518-885-8995 ext. 2206 ========================================= Farm to School Networking Series: Making the Most of Geographic Preference Bidding Wednesday, March 31, 2021 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Making the Most of Geographic Preference Bidding-Mark Bordeau, Senior Food Service Director, and Julie Raway, Registered Dietitian, Broome-Tioga BOCES from the Southern Tier Farm to School ProjectThe USDA allows schools to use Geographic Preference when sending out bids for foods to be used on school lunch menus. This presentation will highlight how Broome Tioga BOCES has effectively used Geographic Preference bidding in their Farm to School program, what items they’ve purchased using Geographic Preference, and discuss what goes into developing a bid to use it for the greatest benefit of your Farm to School program.  Brought to you by the Saratoga County Farm To School Program For Registration Click here to email Nicolina Foti at nvf5@cornell.edu Nicolina Foti, nvf5@cornell.edu, 518-885-8995 ext.2230 ========================================= Master Forest Owner Volunteer Training Tuesday, April 13, 2021 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Have you ever thought about using your knowledge and skill to help your neighbor woodland owners? Join the hundreds of woodland owners who have served their neighbors since 1994.As a woodland owner you have a special set of skills that you could share with other woodland owners in your area. These skills are enhanced by educational resources available through Cornell Cooperative Extension and Cornell’s ForestConnect program. Learn how to merge your skills with existing resources so you can be a volunteer that helps other woodland owners more thoroughly enjoy and manage their property. You are invited to the annual training for Cornell’s Master Forest Owner (MFO) volunteers. MFO volunteers work through Cornell Cooperative Extension to visit woodland owners in their county and direct them towards resources that help them manage their woodlands. This training is open for new volunteers and previously trained volunteers seeking a refresher.Applicants invited to participate will join in 7 weekly online sessions via Zoom, and subsequently meet in person in early to mid-June for a one-day field session at locations around the state. Online sessions are 6:30 – 7:30PM starting on Tuesday April 13 at 6:30PM, and occur each Tuesday through May 25. In addition to 2 orientation sessions, 5 technical content sessions provide participants increased knowledge about: woodland ecology and health, wildlife and habitat, interfering vegetation management, silviculture, and agroforestry. Participants should plan to allocate 3-4 hours per week to learn the technical content via guided online learning and spend an hour per week in a live interactive discussion session.All woodland owners in NY are welcome. Owners interested in becoming a volunteer should start the process here . The fee is $35 per person and $50 per couple which includes the full training, and supplies and resources provided at the field session. Previously trained volunteers are also welcome at $18/person and $25/couple. For consideration to participate in the training, follow these steps to be completed by April 6: Complete registration application via the link above, and after reviewing other materials here. Be alert to an email from your regional director to meet via Zoom after completing your application. Payment made via a secure online link provided to you after you talk with your regional director.Within 6 months of the training: Have a visit on your property conducted by an existing MFO volunteer Shadow a visit to a woodland owner in your area with a local MFO volunteer.If you have any questions about the MFO program, you can learn more at www.CornellMFO.info or from Program Director Peter Smallidge at pjs23@cornell.edu or 607-592-3640.  The fee is $35 per person and $50 per couple which includes the full training, and supplies and resources provided at the field session. Previously trained volunteers are also welcome at $18/person and $25/couple. ========================================= Memorial Day Monday, May 31, 2021 12:00 am - 11:45 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County, 50 West High Street , Ballston Spa, NY 12020 Staff will be unavailable for the day to celebrate the holiday. All e-mails, phone calls, etc. will resume the following business day.Thank you for your consideration. ========================================= Independence Day Monday, July 5, 2021 12:00 am - 11:45 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County, 50 West High Street , Ballston Spa, NY 12020 Staff will be unavailable for the day to celebrate the holiday. All e-mails, phone calls, etc. will resume the following business day.Thank you for your consideration. ========================================= Labor Day Monday, September 6, 2021 12:00 am - 11:45 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County, 50 West High Street , Ballston Spa, NY 12020 Staff will be unavailable for the day to celebrate the holiday. All e-mails, phone calls, etc. will resume the following business day.Thank you for your consideration. ========================================= Columbus Da Monday, October 11, 2021 12:00 am - 11:45 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County, 50 West High Street , Ballston Spa, NY 12020 Staff will be unavailable for the day to celebrate the holiday. All e-mails, phone calls, etc. will resume the following business day.Thank you for your consideration. ========================================= Thanksgiving Day (and Friday) Thursday, November 25, 2021 12:00 am - 11:45 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County, 50 West High Street , Ballston Spa, NY 12020 Staff will be unavailable for the day to celebrate the holiday. All e-mails, phone calls, etc. will resume the following business day.Thank you for your consideration. ========================================= Christmas Eve Friday, December 24, 2021 12:00 am - 11:45 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County, 50 West High Street , Ballston Spa, NY 12020 Staff will be unavailable for the day to celebrate the holiday. All e-mails, phone calls, etc. will resume the following business day.Thank you for your consideration. ========================================= New Year's Eve Friday, December 31, 2021 12:00 am - 11:45 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County, 50 West High Street , Ballston Spa, NY 12020 Staff will be unavailable for the day to celebrate the holiday. All e-mails, phone calls, etc. will resume the following business day.Thank you for your consideration. =========================================