4-H Youth Development - Cornell University Cooperative Extension Fulton and Montgomery Counties

4-H Horse Dayz
Posted 5/16/2019

4-H Horse Dayz will be held at the Fonda Fairgrounds, July 8-10. This is open to enrolled regular & cloverbus 4-H youth. Cost is $75 per regular 4-H yuth and $25 per cloverbud. A fulll catalog is attached. Registration is due by 4:30pm, Friday, June 7th. Please call our office with any questions. 518-853-2135

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Animal Crackers
Posted 5/4/2019

The annual Animal Crackers program provides New York youth with fun, hands-on, science-oriented learning experiences on Animal Science topics. This workshop is for 4-H members interested in learning more about their favorite livestock, companion or pet animal species; emphasis on different species groupings and activities varies annually. Participants will learn about different aspects of animal care, interact and exchange information with faculty, staff, students, professional producers, industry experts, and more, utilizing the unique facilities of Cornell University. Hands-on workshops are planned for each species group.

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Cornell Vet School Open House
Posted 4/6/2019

The students, faculty, and staff of the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine invite you, your family and friends to our 52nd annual Open House.

Open House is our opportunity to share the joys of our profession with the community. Veterinary students and members of the faculty and staff host this annual event that provides a chance for those interested to get a closer look at veterinary medicine.

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4-H Equine Extravaganza
Posted 4/5/2019

Sunday, April 28th 2019

9:00am through 3:00pm

Equine Center at SUNY Cobleskill

Come join SUNY Cobleskill Faculty and Students for a fun filled day of learning about Equine Science!

This event is open to enrolled 4-H youth ages 5-19 and adult chaperones

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4-H Tractor Safety/Schoarie County
Posted 3/22/2019

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be offering the Safe Tractor and Machinery Operator’s Certification Course in cooperation with SUNY Cobleskill’s Agriculture Engineering Department.

This safety course is available to youth ages 14 and up. Any youth under the age of 16 must complete this program in order to receive a Certificate of Exemption for farm equipment and tractor operation.

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4-H Public Presentation Night
Posted 3/22/2019

Friday, March 22nd - 5:30pm-8:00pm

(must sign in by 7:30pm)

Shirley Luck Senior Center
190 East Main St., Johnstown, NY

Information packet available at:

http://www.ccefm.com/viewprogram.asp?progID=3

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Capital District 4-H Tractor Safety
Posted 3/15/2019

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Fulton & Montgomery counties
4-H would like to welcome all area youth (4-H and non 4-H) who are 14 years old and older, to participate in the 2019 Capital District 4-H/HOSTA Tractor Safety Program at the Washington County Fairgrounds. This program is a great opportunity for youth who currently work on farms or around machinery, those who will be seeking employment on a farm, or anyone who would just like to learn more about farm and machinery safety.

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Dairy Discovery Workshop
Posted 3/7/2019

Dairy Discovery is an opportunity for dairy interested youth of various knowledge levels to come together and learn about many aspects of dairy business and productin management. This workshop is for youth 14-18 and adult chaperones.

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STARR for Teens
Posted 3/5/2019

The State Teen Action Representative Retreat (STARR) is a three-day, fun-filled event where 4-H teens participate in a variety of workshops and activities meant to challenge, excite and further develop life skills. The event is planned by teens and adults serving on the youth/adult STARR planning committee. STARR is open to all NYS 4-H Teens.

This trip is open to all 4-H teens 14 and over as of January 1st, 2019.

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Joann's 'Clovers for Kids' Campaign
Posted 3/1/2019

JOANN stores are helping 4-H bring more hands-on programs to local communities across the nation to inspire kids to lead lives with their head, hands, and hearts.

Between March 1 – April 30, 2019 visit your local JOANN store and purchase a clover tear away at the register for either $1 or $4. $4 purchases come with a $4 off coupon for a later purchase. 100% of the funds donated go back to 4-H with 70% going back to the local states’ 4-H program.

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