New Office Hours

Due to budget cuts, the Cornell Cooperative Extension office hours are now:
Monday-Thursday 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
The office will be closed on Fridays until further notice.

Check out the 4-H Calendar at the bottom of this page to see what's happening with the Warren County 4-H program. Please make sure to contact us if you see something you want to be a part of~most events need pre-registration.

518-623-3291 or 668-4881 - or you can e-mail: mlb222@cornell.edu

4-H Horse 101-Part II: NO HOOF, NO HORSE!

Date:          Wednesday February 1
Time:          6:30 pm— 7:30 pm
Location:   Extension Education Center – 377 Schroon River Road

 What does a frog have to do with a horse?  Attend this educational program for youth and find out. 

Yes, a horse has four tough hooves to support them.  However, if one of those hooves is damaged or injured, it can make it nearly impossible for that horse to move around and take in food and water.  Sometimes, intestinal upset can actually cause parts of the hoof to swell and separate painfully from other parts.  Find out more about the hoof, the frog, and the horse in general at this free event.

In addition to learning more about a horse’s hoof, you can get more information about the 4-H Horse Program. For example: Can any youth ride their horse at the Warren County Youth Fair?  Currently no.  Any registered 4-H member (membership is $5 a year per youth and runs from October 1 to September 30), who has their project horse paperwork completed and has been evaluated (currently free of charge through CCE) in their age and skill category is welcome to participate. So why not join 4-H and get involved now so that you can prepare for the 4-H show horse and be made aware of all the important dates. 

Interested youth should pre-register.  Event is FREE and open to all 4-H & non-4-H members.   To register, please contact the CCE office at 623-3291 or 668-4881 or e-mail mlb222@cornell.edu.


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4-H PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS

4-H Public Presentation Training
Dates: Thursday, February 2, 2012
Time: 6:00pm
Location: CCE Education Center, Warrensburg
Public Presentation time is here again! Every 4-H Member, regardless of age, should take this opportunity to develop the self-confidence, poise, self-esteem and skills necessary to speak before a group.

Some important skills you learn by giving a public presentation are:
  • How to express yourself before others with ease.
  • How to organize your thoughts.
  • How to research a subject until you are comfortable enough to explain it to others.
  • How to accept constructive criticism.
        • How to think ahead.
Remember: In order for any youth to be eligible for a 4-H Scholarship, Honor Award Trip, or to attend the New York State Fair, you must complete a Public Presentation within the current 4-H year.

Important: Every Warren County youth interested in doing a Public Presentation in 2012, as well as anyone interested in judging, is strongly encouraged to attend the 4-H Public Presentation Training event to learn about the updates and changes to the program.

Call the Cornell University Cooperative Extension Education Center at 623-3291 or 668-4881, or e-mail: mlb222@cornell.edu, to register.


4-H PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS
Date: Thursday, March 1, 2012
Time: 5:00pm-8:00pm
Location: North Country Outreach Center

Date: Thursday, March 8, 2012
Time: 5:00pm-8:00pm
Location: Queensbury Elementary School

Date: Saturday, March 17, 2012
Time: 10:00am-4:00pm
Location: CCE Education Center

Call the Cornell University Cooperative Extension Education Center at 623-3291 or 668-4881, or e-mail mlb222@cornell.edu, to register.
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4-H ARCHERY FOR THE FAMILY Program

Date:  Sat., February 18th  & Sun., February 19th
Time:  1:30pm—4:30pm
Location:  Dunham’s Bay Fish & Game Club
Fee: $15 per family (no limit)

This program is designed to offer youth and their parent(s)/caregiver the opportunity to learn the basics of archery in a relaxed, safe, and educational setting.  Any family structure, even those without children are welcome to attend. 

The program will cover the basic stance, anchor, equipment, and range safety for any archery range.  Students will start with the recurve bow and move through the compound bow and finish the program with the crossbow.  There is a limit of 18 students.  Participants are encouraged to register for and attend both sessions.

Registration is required and can be accomplished by calling 623-3291 or 668-4881 or emailing at mlb222@cornell.edu.

For more information or to pre-register please call 623-3291 or 668-4881.
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FLY-TYING IS BACK!!!

Date:            Wednesday, February 8th
Time:            6:30-8:00 PM
Location:      CCE Education Center
                          377 Schroon River Road
                            Warrensburg
Fee:    FREE!!! 

This event is to introduce youth and their parents to basic fly-tying.  Len Constantineau is a CCE 4-H volunteer with decades of fly-tying and fly-fishing experience. During this program Len will work with participants to learn basic fly-tying skills and to produce a couple of common patterns for participants to use in future fly-fishing events. 

All materials and equipment are provided by Cornell Cooperative Extension, but youth and adults MUST register for the event by Wednesday, February 1st. 

If you are interested in this type of programming but you are unable to attend this event, please call us to let us know.  Register by calling 668-4881 or 623-3291. 


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ANNUAL SEED KIT FUNDRAISER


"HERB & FLOWER GARDEN" KIT
includes 5 packets of seeds for the Northeast - Basil, Parsley, Marigold, Annual Flower Mix, and Sunflower.

"GARDEN VEGETABLE SALAD  KIT"
 includes 5 packet seed kit for the Northeast - Carrots, cucumber, lettuce, radisha and tomato.

Each kit comes with the new 2012 Vegetable Varieties booklet, plant markers, and full planting information about each herb, flower, and vegetable.

ALL KITS ARE $5.00.... Stop by Cornell Cooperative Extension on 377 Schroon River Road in Warrensburg to pick them up today.

Proceeds to go to the 4-H & Family Living and the Master Gardener Programs.   
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ADIRONDACK GUIDE ORIENTATION

Date:  Thursday, February 16, 2012
Time:  6:30 p.m.
Location:  CCE Education Center

The 4-H Adirondack Guide Program is an exciting and unique program designed for boys and girls (12-18 years old) who would like to explore, in depth, natural resource related topics. The program gives teenagers an opportunity to gain knowledge in the biological sciences as well as develop teaching and leadership skills.

In this program, sponsored by Cornell University Cooperative Extension, participants advance from the Apprentice Guide level, through Intermediate, to full Senior 4-H Adirondack Guide status.

Activities include field trips and classes, canoe and hiking trips, and community service projects. Topics taught include map & compass reading; canoeing; tree, plant, flower and wildlife identification; environmental teaching techniques; woods lore and safety; Red Cross First Aid and Lifeguard training; outdoor clothing and equipment; wilderness trip coordination, and global positioning systems (GPS).

Participants have the opportunity to work with licensed Adirondack Guides, Forest Rangers, Fish and Wildlife Biologists, Foresters and skilled woodsmen. The program is conducted in an informal atmosphere, conducive to building confidence and self-esteem.

For more information, or to register, please call the CCE office at 623-3291 or 668-4881, or e-mail:  mlb222@cornell.edu,  to register.
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4-H & Family Living is now on Facebook!

Warren County 4-H & Family Living can now be found on Facebook!

Visit our new Facebook page and "Like" us...and please, pass the page onto your friends and family to let them know about 4-H in Warren County.  And remember to check the Facebook page and the Blogspot for upcoming events and programs.  Please visit us by clicking on the title above.
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4-H is Looking for a Few Good Volunteers

Warren County 4-H is looking for a few good volunteers! The 4-H Youth Development Program is expanding. We are looking for adults over the age of 21 who are interested in making a difference and have a sincere interest in the youth of Warren County. Training is provided and you determine the amount of hours you want to offer. Cornell Cooperative Extension's mission is to enable people to improve their lives and communities through partnerships that put experience and research knowledge to work.

Do you have an interest in rocketry or robotics? Do you like to take things apart just to see how they work? Do you have experience and/or knowledge in the areas of flight, rockets, or planes? Currently, 4-H is in search of a project leader for the Rocketry and Robotics Club. We are looking for an adult who is interested in leading and assisting with projects such as stomp rockets, robotics, and model rockets. Does this sound like you?

Warren County 4-H is also in search of an adult who is interested in assisting with our fly-fishing club, the Adirondack Reelers. Currently this club has two adult volunteers and is in search of one more. We are looking for someone who is interested in and has knowledge of fishing, fly tying, and local fish species. This person should be able to work with youth in an outdoor setting and is willing to share their knowledge and fondness for the art of fly fishing.

If you, or someone you know, is interested in volunteering their time to help the youth of Warren County please contact Cornell University Cooperative Extension of Warren County (CCE) at 668-4881 or 623-3291 and ask to speak with a 4-H Agent.

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