Events
Optimizing Hay Quality and Yields
Tuesday, April 23, 2024
This event is hosted by CCE Lewis County. Guest Speakers: Joe Lawrence, Dairy Forage Systems Management, PRO Dairy Abbey Jantzi, Dairy & Livestock Specialist, CCE Jefferson Joe will speak about optimizing hay quality and yields. Abbey will talk about the Cornell tool, forages....
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4-H Junior Shooting Sports
Thursday, April 25, 2024
Learn the basic fundamentals of air rifles while having the opportunity to shoot in an indoor range. Learn gun and range safety and marksmanship fundamentals. Youth must be 12-18 years of age. 4-H enrollment is required. No cost! Parents/guardians are required to stay in the b...
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4-H Livestock Readiness Program
Monday, April 29, 2024
Interested in learning about raising different livestock animals and getting them ready to show at the Jefferson County Fair? Join us for this year's 4-H Livestock Readiness Program! Topics include: March 18th - Your 4-H Animal Project Start to Finish April 1st - Recordkeeping: T...
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4-H Junior Shooting Sports
Thursday, May 2, 2024
Learn the basic fundamentals of air rifles while having the opportunity to shoot in an indoor range. Learn gun and range safety and marksmanship fundamentals. Youth must be 12-18 years of age. 4-H enrollment is required. No cost! Parents/guardians are required to stay in the b...
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4-H Agricultural Club
Thursday, May 2, 2024
Open to youth in 7th-12th grade Learn about various ways to use STEM in agriculture and food industries in New York State Learn about basic STEM principles through interactive hands-on activities Learn skills that are necessary to pursue STEM Degrees and careers in agriculture
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What's Bugging You? Webinars
Friday, May 3, 2024
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...
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Community Renewables and Heat Pumps Presentation
Saturday, May 4, 2024
Join us for free coffee and money-saving giveaways! Learn about community renewables and heat pumps.
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Jefferson County 4-H Dairy Judging Practices
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
Learn how to judge dairy cows, take good notes, give oral reasons, and more! Open to all youth who are interested. Wednesday, May 8th at 6 PMCCE Jefferson Office: 203 N. Hamilton St. Watertown, NYLearn the basics of judging before we practice with live cows! Wednesday, May 29th at 6 PMP...
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4-H Agricultural Club
Thursday, May 9, 2024
Open to youth in 7th-12th grade Learn about various ways to use STEM in agriculture and food industries in New York State Learn about basic STEM principles through interactive hands-on activities Learn skills that are necessary to pursue STEM Degrees and careers in agriculture
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4-H Junior Shooting Sports
Thursday, May 9, 2024
Learn the basic fundamentals of air rifles while having the opportunity to shoot in an indoor range. Learn gun and range safety and marksmanship fundamentals. Youth must be 12-18 years of age. 4-H enrollment is required. No cost! Parents/guardians are required to stay in the b...
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Fast Track to Farming
Friday, May 10, 2024
Free Two-Day Course for Beginning Farmers Interested in farming but don't know where to start? Exploring ways to diversify your farm? Learn about starting and operating an agribusiness and the different forms of agriculture with this free two day fast track course. Friday, May 10th - 6-...
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Fast Track to Farming
Saturday, May 11, 2024
Free Two-Day Course for Beginning Farmers Interested in farming but don't know where to start? Exploring ways to diversify your farm? Learn about starting and operating an agribusiness and the different forms of agriculture with this free two day fast track course. Friday, May 10th - 6-...
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4-H Livestock Readiness Program
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
Interested in learning about raising different livestock animals and getting them ready to show at the Jefferson County Fair? Join us for this year's 4-H Livestock Readiness Program! Topics include: March 18th - Your 4-H Animal Project Start to Finish April 1st - Recordkeeping: T...
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Board of Director's Meeting
Thursday, May 16, 2024
Board meetings are generally the third Thursday of each month at 6:00 PM. Board meetings are typically held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County office at 203 N. Hamilton St. Watertown.
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4-H Agricultural Club
Thursday, May 16, 2024
Open to youth in 7th-12th grade Learn about various ways to use STEM in agriculture and food industries in New York State Learn about basic STEM principles through interactive hands-on activities Learn skills that are necessary to pursue STEM Degrees and careers in agriculture
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4-H Junior Shooting Sports
Thursday, May 16, 2024
Learn the basic fundamentals of air rifles while having the opportunity to shoot in an indoor range. Learn gun and range safety and marksmanship fundamentals. Youth must be 12-18 years of age. 4-H enrollment is required. No cost! Parents/guardians are required to stay in the b...
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2024 Jefferson County Beekeeping Forum
Thursday, May 16, 2024
Join us for free lectures from local beekeepers as we discuss seasonal responsibilities and have other various discussions on beekeeping in the North Country. Open to anyone interested in beekeeping and beekeepers of all levels. Registration is not required. Held every third Thursday of...
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Annual Master Gardener Plant Sale
Saturday, May 18, 2024
There will be: Annuals Perennials Herbs Vegetables Houseplants Trees Shrubs Lots of surprises! The 4-H Peeps & Squeaks Club will also be selling houseplants, rabbit manure, and baked goods!
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Composting
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
Interested in saving some of your food waste? Join us for a webinar about the awareness of composting and ways to make your own pile of compost. Zoom link will be sent after registration.
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4-H Agricultural Club
Thursday, May 23, 2024
Open to youth in 7th-12th grade Learn about various ways to use STEM in agriculture and food industries in New York State Learn about basic STEM principles through interactive hands-on activities Learn skills that are necessary to pursue STEM Degrees and careers in agriculture
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4-H Junior Shooting Sports
Thursday, May 23, 2024
Learn the basic fundamentals of air rifles while having the opportunity to shoot in an indoor range. Learn gun and range safety and marksmanship fundamentals. Youth must be 12-18 years of age. 4-H enrollment is required. No cost! Parents/guardians are required to stay in the b...
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Lawns to Meadows
Saturday, May 25, 2024
Tired of your regular lawn? Join us to see how you can turn your yard into a beautiful meadow!
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Jefferson County 4-H Dairy Judging Practices
Wednesday, May 29, 2024
Learn how to judge dairy cows, take good notes, give oral reasons, and more! Open to all youth who are interested. Wednesday, May 8th at 6 PMCCE Jefferson Office: 203 N. Hamilton St. Watertown, NYLearn the basics of judging before we practice with live cows! Wednesday, May 29th at 6 PMP...
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4-H Agricultural Club
Thursday, May 30, 2024
Open to youth in 7th-12th grade Learn about various ways to use STEM in agriculture and food industries in New York State Learn about basic STEM principles through interactive hands-on activities Learn skills that are necessary to pursue STEM Degrees and careers in agriculture
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4-H Livestock Showmanship Clinic
Saturday, June 1, 2024
Open to youth in Jefferson, Lewis, and neighboring counties. Featuring sessions on the following species: sheep, poultry, rabbits, and goats.
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4-H Livestock Readiness Program
Monday, June 3, 2024
Interested in learning about raising different livestock animals and getting them ready to show at the Jefferson County Fair? Join us for this year's 4-H Livestock Readiness Program! Topics include: March 18th - Your 4-H Animal Project Start to Finish April 1st - Recordkeeping: T...
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4-H Agricultural Club
Thursday, June 6, 2024
Open to youth in 7th-12th grade Learn about various ways to use STEM in agriculture and food industries in New York State Learn about basic STEM principles through interactive hands-on activities Learn skills that are necessary to pursue STEM Degrees and careers in agriculture
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What's Bugging You? Webinars
Friday, June 7, 2024
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...
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Jefferson County Pullorum Testing Clinic
Monday, June 17, 2024
This is a clinic where birds are tested for pullorum. A negative test, or proof the bird is from a pullorum-typhoid free flock is required for exhibition in NYS. This is for anyone with chickens, turkeys, and other poultry they are looking to show at a fair in NYS. *not required for wat...
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Board of Director's Meeting
Thursday, June 20, 2024
Board meetings are generally the third Thursday of each month at 6:00 PM. Board meetings are typically held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County office at 203 N. Hamilton St. Watertown.
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2024 Jefferson County Beekeeping Forum
Thursday, June 20, 2024
Join us for free lectures from local beekeepers as we discuss seasonal responsibilities and have other various discussions on beekeeping in the North Country. Open to anyone interested in beekeeping and beekeepers of all levels. Registration is not required. Held every third Thursday of...
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Jefferson County 4-H Dairy Judging Practices
Thursday, June 27, 2024
Learn how to judge dairy cows, take good notes, give oral reasons, and more! Open to all youth who are interested. Wednesday, May 8th at 6 PMCCE Jefferson Office: 203 N. Hamilton St. Watertown, NYLearn the basics of judging before we practice with live cows! Wednesday, May 29th at 6 PMP...
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What's Bugging You? Webinars
Friday, July 5, 2024
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...
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Board of Director's Meeting
Thursday, July 18, 2024
Board meetings are generally the third Thursday of each month at 6:00 PM. Board meetings are typically held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County office at 203 N. Hamilton St. Watertown.
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2024 Jefferson County Beekeeping Forum
Thursday, July 18, 2024
Join us for free lectures from local beekeepers as we discuss seasonal responsibilities and have other various discussions on beekeeping in the North Country. Open to anyone interested in beekeeping and beekeepers of all levels. Registration is not required. Held every third Thursday of...
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What's Bugging You? Webinars
Friday, August 2, 2024
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...
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What's Bugging You? Webinars
Friday, September 6, 2024
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...
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Board of Director's Meeting
Thursday, September 19, 2024
Board meetings are generally the third Thursday of each month at 6:00 PM. Board meetings are typically held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County office at 203 N. Hamilton St. Watertown.
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What's Bugging You? Webinars
Friday, October 4, 2024
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...
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Board of Director's Meeting
Thursday, October 24, 2024
Board meetings are generally the third Thursday of each month at 6:00 PM. Board meetings are typically held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County office at 203 N. Hamilton St. Watertown.
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What's Bugging You? Webinars
Friday, November 1, 2024
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...
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What's Bugging You? Webinars
Friday, December 6, 2024
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...
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Board of Director's Meeting
Thursday, December 19, 2024
Board meetings are generally the third Thursday of each month at 6:00 PM. Board meetings are typically held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County office at 203 N. Hamilton St. Watertown.
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