Office Hours

The Cornell Cooperative Extension office hours are Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Check out the events below 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. Registration can be done by e-mailing Michele Baker at mlb222@cornell.edu or by calling the office at 518-623-3291 or 668-4881.

Career Explorations Program

 

Due to continuing concerns related to COVID-19 and large gatherings, Career Ex is going to look different this year. Our contacts at the University have been working diligently to put together an engaging program even if it is from a distance.

Youth will have the opportunity to connect with each other, campus partners, and alumni as they explore career pathways and reflect on their personal journey through a variety of online and offline activities.

Schedule of Events

· Thursday, June 17th :  4 PM - 6 PM—Opening Ceremony – live Zoom event for all participants

· June 18th – 30th: complete Specialist or Generalist activities according to those pathways specifics.
Go on a virtual campus tour, connect with campus partners and alumni, and join virtual team-building activities. More information to come.

· Thursday, July 1st  6 PM: Closing Ceremony – live Zoom event for all participants

Logistics

· Open to youth ages 13 – 19. Youth can pick their own career exploration path (Generalize or Specialize), regardless of age.

· Registration is $50 per youth (no cost to adults). Some scholarships will be available. Youth will be asked to register along with an adult mentor (could be a 4-H Educator, Volunteer, or a family member).

· Registration will open in early April and close mid-May.

· Interested youth must be an enrolled 4-H member and complete a public presentation to qualify for scholarship support through Warren County.

For more information, or to register, please contact the CCE office at 518-668-4881/623-3291 or
e-mail Roxanne at rmw38@cornell.edu


Map & Compass/Beginner Guide Camping

                                         


When:  Saturday, May 15th
Time:  9am—12pm
Where:  CCE Education Center 

The 4-H Adirondack Guides will be holding their annual Map and Compass/Beginner Guide training. These programs are mandatory for all new Guides, but are optional for experienced Guides. During this program, Guides will learn how to read topographic maps, and how to use them in conjunction with a compass. All participants will be able to put their learning to use in a practical, hands-on portion of the class, in which they will use their newfound skills to navigate.

Pre-registration is required, and there is no fee for this program. To register, please contact the CCE office:  518-668-4881 or via email: jfb32@cornell.edu

 

WILD EDIBLES PROGRAM

 


When:  Saturday, May 15th
Time:  1pm—4:30pm
Where:  CCE Education Center
Cost:  $20/person

Open to all ages, youth 10 and undermust be accompanied by an adult. 

 What wild plants are able to be safely eaten?
Are certain parts of plants safer than others?
What about the timing of harvesting?

This interactive class, open to the general public, will cover identification, harvest, and preparation techniques of a number of safely edible wild plants. 

Please note that this class will be held, rain or shine, so make sure to dress accordingly!
Participants should plan on packing a lunch.

Registration is required and can be done by contacting the CCE office at: 518-668-4881 or via email: mem467@cornell.edu

 Limited to 8 participants. 

 


WHEP - AMAZING AMPHIBIANS

 

Date:  Wednesday, May 12th
Time:  6:00PM
Location:  CCE office in Warrensburg

If possible we will visit Pack Forest Lake to see if we can find frogs, toads, and salamanders as they move into or out of vernal pools. Cloverbuds welcome, with adult!  No fee.

 


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