4-H Horse Communications and Hippolgy Saturday, April 27, 2024 9:00 am - 12:00 pm ========================================= 4-H Boston Trip Saturday, April 27, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm We will be exploring Boston by Trolley Tour, visiting Quincy market and the Boston Aquarium!Please signup by April 13th by calling our office or by emailing Leland at glb76@cornell.edu. 30.00 Leland Bunting, glb76@cornell.edu, 518-885-8995 ext. 2204 ========================================= Master Gardener Training Monday, April 29, 2024 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Classes will be held on Zoom with monthly in person sessions.You must be preregistered and accepted to the program in order to attend.*2024 Master Gardener Program is closed to new participants, please come back in the Fall for the Master Gardener 2025 application Susan Beebe, skb11@cornell.edu, 518-885-8995 ext. 2231 ========================================= Blood Drive Tuesday, April 30, 2024 10:00 am - 2:00 pm 50 West High St. , Ballston Spa, NY 12020 Every day, blood donors help patients of all ages: accident and burn victims, heart surgery and organ transplant patients, and those battling cancer. In fact, every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. Here are just a few of their stories.To schedule an appointment please visit redcrossblood.org and use sponsor keyword COOPERATIVEEXT or Register Here ========================================= What's Bugging you? No-Mow May | What to do with Grass Clippings Friday, May 3, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Each month, experts will share practical information and answer questions on using integrated pest management (IPM) to avoid pest problems and promote a healthy environment where you live, work, learn and play. We’ll end with an IPM Minute, and cover a specific action you can take in the next few days to help you avoid pest problems.Register Here ========================================= NY I Love My Park Day! Saturday, May 4, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Join Parks & Trails New York – and thousands of volunteers across the state – onSaturday, May 4in celebrating and enhancing New York’s parks, historic sites, greenway trails and other public lands.I Love My Park Day--the largest single-day volunteer event in NYS--presents a perfect opportunity to clean up our favorite parks and shorelines, plant trees and gardens, restore trails and wildlife habitat, remove invasive species, and work on various site improvement projects--all which help to prepare our iconic state park system and public lands for the start of the season.Find Your Park & Register HereSaratoga County Parks for I Love My Park Day!Saratoga State Park:I Love My Park Day Volunteer Registration 2024 (resport.io)Grants Cottage:I Love My Park Day Volunteer Registration 2024 (resport.io)Moreau Lake State Park:I Love My Park Day Volunteer Registration 2024 (resport.io)Fort Hardy park:I Love My Park Day Volunteer Registration 2024 (resport.io) ========================================= Master Gardener Training Monday, May 6, 2024 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Classes will be held on Zoom with monthly in person sessions.You must be preregistered and accepted to the program in order to attend.*2024 Master Gardener Program is closed to new participants, please come back in the Fall for the Master Gardener 2025 application Susan Beebe, skb11@cornell.edu, 518-885-8995 ext. 2231 ========================================= Canine Training Classes Monday, May 6, 2024 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm 556 Middle Line Rd. , Ballston Spa, NY 12020 4-H Canine Training ClassesBeginner- Heel, sit, stay, recall, sit for examination, all on a leash. Classes at 6:30 and 7:30Grooming & Handling- How to present yourself and your dog in the show ring. Youth only.Novice- Off leash work:no titled dogs.Beginner Agility- Dogs will practice working on various agility apparatus. Youth only.Advanced Agility- Must have completed beginning agility and be comfortable with equipment and able to be off the leash. Youth only.Beginner Rally- Communication between dog and handler to complete designated coursework.Registration & Payment Due April 12thAdults- $804-H Youth- $20Non 4-H Youth- $25Youth Agility- $20Please stop by our office to register or call 518.885.8995 to have the registration mailed to you. Rylie Lear McLenithan , Rjl287@cornell.edu, 518-885-8995 ========================================= 4-H Fashion Revue Friday, May 10, 2024 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Attention quilters, sewers, knitters and any youth doing fiber arts: 4-H Fashion Revue is a great way to exhibit your skills and connect with other passionate 4-H'ers!Please call or email to register for this event. Leland Bunting, glb76@cornell.edu, 518-885-8995 ext. 2204 ========================================= Master Gardener Training Monday, May 13, 2024 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Classes will be held on Zoom with monthly in person sessions.You must be preregistered and accepted to the program in order to attend.*2024 Master Gardener Program is closed to new participants, please come back in the Fall for the Master Gardener 2025 application Susan Beebe, skb11@cornell.edu, 518-885-8995 ext. 2231 ========================================= Canine Training Classes Monday, May 13, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 556 Middle Line Rd. , Ballston Spa, NY 12020 4-H Canine Training ClassesBeginner- Heel, sit, stay, recall, sit for examination, all on a leash. Classes at 6:30 and 7:30Grooming & Handling- How to present yourself and your dog in the show ring. Youth only.Novice- Off leash work:no titled dogs.Beginner Agility- Dogs will practice working on various agility apparatus. Youth only.Advanced Agility- Must have completed beginning agility and be comfortable with equipment and able to be off the leash. Youth only.Beginner Rally- Communication between dog and handler to complete designated coursework.Registration & Payment Due April 12thAdults- $804-H Youth- $20Non 4-H Youth- $25Youth Agility- $20Please stop by our office to register or call 518.885.8995 to have the registration mailed to you. Rylie Lear McLenithan , Rjl287@cornell.edu, 518-885-8995 ========================================= 4-H Horticulture Training Tuesday, May 14, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm 50 West High St. , Ballston Spa, NY 12020 Are you between the ages of 8 and 18? So you have a garden or simply enjoy plants? Then come on by to the 4-H horticulture Training class!We will be learing about common plants, therir identfication and culture, as well as some pointers on how to judge plant materia! Susan Beebe, skb11@cornell.edu, 518-885-8995 ext. 2231 ========================================= Alive After 25 (Formerly Distracted Driving) Wednesday, May 15, 2024 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Attendees need to call CCE and regisster in order to particpate. Cindy Dort, cjd53@cornell.edu, 518-885-8995 ext. 2228 ========================================= 4-H Ham Radio Day Saturday, May 18, 2024 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 556 Middle Line Rd. , Ballston Spa, NY 12020 Join us May 18th to learn about amateur radio! This event is open to all.Registration is required. Please register by April 14, 2024. Leland Bunting, glb76@cornell.edu, 518-885-8995 ext. 2204 ========================================= 4-H Campion Choice Camp Sunday, May 19, 2024 9:00 am - 3:00 pm ========================================= Canine Training Classes Monday, May 20, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 556 Middle Line Rd. , Ballston Spa, NY 12020 4-H Canine Training ClassesBeginner- Heel, sit, stay, recall, sit for examination, all on a leash. Classes at 6:30 and 7:30Grooming & Handling- How to present yourself and your dog in the show ring. Youth only.Novice- Off leash work:no titled dogs.Beginner Agility- Dogs will practice working on various agility apparatus. Youth only.Advanced Agility- Must have completed beginning agility and be comfortable with equipment and able to be off the leash. Youth only.Beginner Rally- Communication between dog and handler to complete designated coursework.Registration & Payment Due April 12thAdults- $804-H Youth- $20Non 4-H Youth- $25Youth Agility- $20Please stop by our office to register or call 518.885.8995 to have the registration mailed to you. Rylie Lear McLenithan , Rjl287@cornell.edu, 518-885-8995 ========================================= Closed for the holiday Monday, May 27, 2024 12:00 am - 12:00 am ========================================= Saratoga County Rabies Clinic Tuesday, May 28, 2024 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm 556 Middle Line Rd. , Ballston Spa, NY 12020 Rabies ClinicsTimes: Cats 5:30-6:30 PM Must be in a carrierFerrets 5:30-6:30 PM Must be in a cage or carrierDogs 6:30-7:30 PM Must be on a leashTimes are strictly enforced for the safety of all animals.Cost: Free, however donations are acceptedAll vaccination certificates are written for one year. If a previous signed certificate is produced, a three year certificate will be written.General Rabies Information:Animal rabies continues to be a serious public health problem in New York State. If you, a family member, or a pet comes in contact with an animal that could be rabid, you should contact Saratoga County Public Health at 518-584-7460. They will advise you what to do.Rabies can be carried by any wild mammal (raccoon, skunk, fox, coyote, or bat). There are also precautionary measures taken if you are bitten by a domestic animal (dog, cat or ferret). If this happens, you should first obtain the owner’s name, address and phone number. Then contact the Saratoga County Public Health Department at 584-7460. Free ========================================= 4-H Dog Show Saturday, June 1, 2024 9:00 am - 3:00 pm ========================================= 4-H Scholarship Golf Classic Saturday, June 1, 2024 7:30 am - 3:30 pm Fairways of Halfmoon, 17 Johnson Road , Mechanicville, NY 12118 The Saratoga County 4-H Leaders’ Association is proud to announce the:23rd Annual4-H Scholarship Golf ClassicJune 1, 2024Since the tournament’s inaugural year in 2000 there have been fifty-eight $1,000 college scholarships awarded to Saratoga County 4-H Youths. The overwhelming generosity of players, sponsors, and volunteers throughout the years have continuously made this fundraiser our most successful endeavor! It is a true investment in our Leaders of Tomorrow!Click Here for a fillable registration form. Email addresses for each player are required. We will no longer mail communications.  REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday May 26th  Angela Veeck, acm21@cornell.edu ========================================= Canine Training Classes Monday, June 3, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 556 Middle Line Rd. , Ballston Spa, NY 12020 4-H Canine Training ClassesBeginner- Heel, sit, stay, recall, sit for examination, all on a leash. Classes at 6:30 and 7:30Grooming & Handling- How to present yourself and your dog in the show ring. Youth only.Novice- Off leash work:no titled dogs.Beginner Agility- Dogs will practice working on various agility apparatus. Youth only.Advanced Agility- Must have completed beginning agility and be comfortable with equipment and able to be off the leash. Youth only.Beginner Rally- Communication between dog and handler to complete designated coursework.Registration & Payment Due April 12thAdults- $804-H Youth- $20Non 4-H Youth- $25Youth Agility- $20Please stop by our office to register or call 518.885.8995 to have the registration mailed to you. Rylie Lear McLenithan , Rjl287@cornell.edu, 518-885-8995 ========================================= What's Bugging You? Tick & Mosquito Yard Treatments | Myth: Mosquito Repellent Plants Friday, June 7, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Each month, experts will share practical information and answer questions on using integrated pest management (IPM) to avoid pest problems and promote a healthy environment where you live, work, learn and play. We’ll end with an IPM Minute, and cover a specific action you can take in the next few days to help you avoid pest problems.Register Here ========================================= Canine Training Classes Monday, June 10, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 556 Middle Line Rd. , Ballston Spa, NY 12020 4-H Canine Training ClassesBeginner- Heel, sit, stay, recall, sit for examination, all on a leash. Classes at 6:30 and 7:30Grooming & Handling- How to present yourself and your dog in the show ring. Youth only.Novice- Off leash work:no titled dogs.Beginner Agility- Dogs will practice working on various agility apparatus. Youth only.Advanced Agility- Must have completed beginning agility and be comfortable with equipment and able to be off the leash. Youth only.Beginner Rally- Communication between dog and handler to complete designated coursework.Registration & Payment Due April 12thAdults- $804-H Youth- $20Non 4-H Youth- $25Youth Agility- $20Please stop by our office to register or call 518.885.8995 to have the registration mailed to you. Rylie Lear McLenithan , Rjl287@cornell.edu, 518-885-8995 ========================================= Life After DWI Tuesday, June 11, 2024 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Attendees need to call CCE and regisster in order to particpate. Cindy Dort, cjd53@cornell.edu, 518-885-8995 ext. 2228 ========================================= Life After DWI Wednesday, June 12, 2024 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Attendees need to call CCE and regisster in order to particpate. Cindy Dort, cjd53@cornell.edu, 518-885-8995 ext. 2228 ========================================= Canine Training Classes Monday, June 17, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 556 Middle Line Rd. , Ballston Spa, NY 12020 4-H Canine Training ClassesBeginner- Heel, sit, stay, recall, sit for examination, all on a leash. Classes at 6:30 and 7:30Grooming & Handling- How to present yourself and your dog in the show ring. Youth only.Novice- Off leash work:no titled dogs.Beginner Agility- Dogs will practice working on various agility apparatus. Youth only.Advanced Agility- Must have completed beginning agility and be comfortable with equipment and able to be off the leash. Youth only.Beginner Rally- Communication between dog and handler to complete designated coursework.Registration & Payment Due April 12thAdults- $804-H Youth- $20Non 4-H Youth- $25Youth Agility- $20Please stop by our office to register or call 518.885.8995 to have the registration mailed to you. Rylie Lear McLenithan , Rjl287@cornell.edu, 518-885-8995 ========================================= Saratoga County Rabies Clinic Tuesday, June 18, 2024 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm 556 Middle Line Rd. , Ballston Spa, NY 12020 Rabies ClinicsTimes: Cats 5:30-6:30 PM Must be in a carrierFerrets 5:30-6:30 PM Must be in a cage or carrierDogs 6:30-7:30 PM Must be on a leashTimes are strictly enforced for the safety of all animals.Cost: Free, however donations are acceptedAll vaccination certificates are written for one year. If a previous signed certificate is produced, a three year certificate will be written.General Rabies Information:Animal rabies continues to be a serious public health problem in New York State. If you, a family member, or a pet comes in contact with an animal that could be rabid, you should contact Saratoga County Public Health at 518-584-7460. They will advise you what to do.Rabies can be carried by any wild mammal (raccoon, skunk, fox, coyote, or bat). There are also precautionary measures taken if you are bitten by a domestic animal (dog, cat or ferret). If this happens, you should first obtain the owner’s name, address and phone number. Then contact the Saratoga County Public Health Department at 584-7460. Free ========================================= Canine Training Classes Monday, June 24, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 556 Middle Line Rd. , Ballston Spa, NY 12020 4-H Canine Training ClassesBeginner- Heel, sit, stay, recall, sit for examination, all on a leash. Classes at 6:30 and 7:30Grooming & Handling- How to present yourself and your dog in the show ring. Youth only.Novice- Off leash work:no titled dogs.Beginner Agility- Dogs will practice working on various agility apparatus. Youth only.Advanced Agility- Must have completed beginning agility and be comfortable with equipment and able to be off the leash. Youth only.Beginner Rally- Communication between dog and handler to complete designated coursework.Registration & Payment Due April 12thAdults- $804-H Youth- $20Non 4-H Youth- $25Youth Agility- $20Please stop by our office to register or call 518.885.8995 to have the registration mailed to you. Rylie Lear McLenithan , Rjl287@cornell.edu, 518-885-8995 ========================================= Closed For The Holiday Thursday, July 4, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County will be closed in observance of the holiday. Messages will be returned the following day. ========================================= What's Bugging You? Japanese Beetle Management | Aphid-Eating Insects Friday, July 5, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Each month, experts will share practical information and answer questions on using integrated pest management (IPM) to avoid pest problems and promote a healthy environment where you live, work, learn and play. We’ll end with an IPM Minute, and cover a specific action you can take in the next few days to help you avoid pest problems.Register Here ========================================= Come Join Us at the Saratoga County Fair! Wednesday, July 24, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm ========================================= Come Join Us at the Saratoga County Fair! Thursday, July 25, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm ========================================= Come Join Us at the Saratoga County Fair! Friday, July 26, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm ========================================= Come Join Us at the Saratoga County Fair! Saturday, July 27, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm ========================================= Come Join Us at the Saratoga County Fair! Sunday, July 28, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm ========================================= Come Join Us at the Saratoga County Fair! Tuesday, July 23, 2024 9:00 am - 7:00 pm ========================================= What's Bugging You? Spotted Lanternfly Update | Box Tree Moth Update Friday, August 2, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Each month, experts will share practical information and answer questions on using integrated pest management (IPM) to avoid pest problems and promote a healthy environment where you live, work, learn and play. We’ll end with an IPM Minute, and cover a specific action you can take in the next few days to help you avoid pest problems.Register Here ========================================= Saratoga County Rabies Clinic Tuesday, August 13, 2024 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm 556 Middle Line Rd. , Ballston Spa, NY 12020 Rabies ClinicsTimes: Cats 5:30-6:30 PM Must be in a carrierFerrets 5:30-6:30 PM Must be in a cage or carrierDogs 6:30-7:30 PM Must be on a leashTimes are strictly enforced for the safety of all animals.Cost: Free, however donations are acceptedAll vaccination certificates are written for one year. If a previous signed certificate is produced, a three year certificate will be written.General Rabies Information:Animal rabies continues to be a serious public health problem in New York State. If you, a family member, or a pet comes in contact with an animal that could be rabid, you should contact Saratoga County Public Health at 518-584-7460. They will advise you what to do.Rabies can be carried by any wild mammal (raccoon, skunk, fox, coyote, or bat). There are also precautionary measures taken if you are bitten by a domestic animal (dog, cat or ferret). If this happens, you should first obtain the owner’s name, address and phone number. Then contact the Saratoga County Public Health Department at 584-7460. Free ========================================= Closed for the holiday Monday, September 2, 2024 12:00 am - 12:00 am ========================================= What's Bugging You? Back to School: Bed Bugs | Head Lice Friday, September 6, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Each month, experts will share practical information and answer questions on using integrated pest management (IPM) to avoid pest problems and promote a healthy environment where you live, work, learn and play. We’ll end with an IPM Minute, and cover a specific action you can take in the next few days to help you avoid pest problems.Register Here ========================================= Life After DWI Tuesday, September 10, 2024 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Attendees need to call CCE and regisster in order to particpate. Cindy Dort, cjd53@cornell.edu, 518-885-8995 ext. 2228 ========================================= Life After DWI Wednesday, September 11, 2024 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Attendees need to call CCE and regisster in order to particpate. Cindy Dort, cjd53@cornell.edu, 518-885-8995 ext. 2228 ========================================= Saratoga County Rabies Clinic Tuesday, September 24, 2024 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm 556 Middle Line Rd. , Ballston Spa, NY 12020 Rabies ClinicsTimes: Cats 5:30-6:30 PM Must be in a carrierFerrets 5:30-6:30 PM Must be in a cage or carrierDogs 6:30-7:30 PM Must be on a leashTimes are strictly enforced for the safety of all animals.Cost: Free, however donations are acceptedAll vaccination certificates are written for one year. If a previous signed certificate is produced, a three year certificate will be written.General Rabies Information:Animal rabies continues to be a serious public health problem in New York State. If you, a family member, or a pet comes in contact with an animal that could be rabid, you should contact Saratoga County Public Health at 518-584-7460. They will advise you what to do.Rabies can be carried by any wild mammal (raccoon, skunk, fox, coyote, or bat). There are also precautionary measures taken if you are bitten by a domestic animal (dog, cat or ferret). If this happens, you should first obtain the owner’s name, address and phone number. Then contact the Saratoga County Public Health Department at 584-7460. Free ========================================= 4-H Walkathon Saturday, September 28, 2024 9:00 am - 3:30 pm Celebrate our 50th year with us! More to come soon!Please Save The Date. ========================================= What's Bugging You? Identifying Pests in Your Home Friday, October 4, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Each month, experts will share practical information and answer questions on using integrated pest management (IPM) to avoid pest problems and promote a healthy environment where you live, work, learn and play. We’ll end with an IPM Minute, and cover a specific action you can take in the next few days to help you avoid pest problems.Register Here ========================================= Closed For The Holiday Monday, October 14, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County will be closed in observance of the holiday. Messages will be returned the following day. ========================================= Alive After 25 (Formerly Distracted Driving) Wednesday, October 16, 2024 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Attendees need to call CCE and regisster in order to particpate. Cindy Dort, cjd53@cornell.edu, 518-885-8995 ext. 2228 ========================================= What's Bugging You? 2024 Tick Blitz Results | No Spray Needed Friday, November 1, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Each month, experts will share practical information and answer questions on using integrated pest management (IPM) to avoid pest problems and promote a healthy environment where you live, work, learn and play. We’ll end with an IPM Minute, and cover a specific action you can take in the next few days to help you avoid pest problems.Register Here ========================================= Closed for the holiday Monday, November 11, 2024 12:00 am - 12:00 am ========================================= Closed For The Holiday Thursday, November 28, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County will be closed in observance of the holiday. Messages will be returned the following day. ========================================= Closed For The Holiday Friday, November 29, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County will be closed in observance of the holiday. Messages will be returned the following day. ========================================= What's Bugging You? Feed the Birds | Repurposing a Holiday Tree Friday, December 6, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Each month, experts will share practical information and answer questions on using integrated pest management (IPM) to avoid pest problems and promote a healthy environment where you live, work, learn and play. We’ll end with an IPM Minute, and cover a specific action you can take in the next few days to help you avoid pest problems.Register Here ========================================= Life After DWI Tuesday, December 10, 2024 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Attendees need to call CCE and regisster in order to particpate. Cindy Dort, cjd53@cornell.edu, 518-885-8995 ext. 2228 ========================================= Life After DWI Wednesday, December 11, 2024 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Attendees need to call CCE and regisster in order to particpate. Cindy Dort, cjd53@cornell.edu, 518-885-8995 ext. 2228 ========================================= Alive After 25 (Formerly Distracted Driving) Thursday, December 12, 2024 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Attendees need to call CCE and regisster in order to particpate. Cindy Dort, cjd53@cornell.edu, 518-885-8995 ext. 2228 ========================================= Closed For The Holiday Tuesday, December 24, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County will be closed in observance of the holiday. Messages will be returned the following day. ========================================= Closed For The Holiday Wednesday, December 25, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County will be closed in observance of the holiday. Messages will be returned the following day. =========================================