Countryman Family Benefit

Saturday, September 23, 2017

As most of you know Kelly Countryman was in a horrific farming accident which has left her hospitalized yet thankfully progressing since.Not only is she tough, but a loving wife, mother, grandmother, active community member and wonderful friend to so many. Just in the beginning stages of planni...

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Mushroom Growing Class

Saturday, September 30, 2017

If you like mushrooms, come find out how easy it is to raise your own. It's a fun and inexpensive way to get a year-round, all-natural supply of mushrooms right at home. On Saturday, September 30, join instructor Mike Corse at the Cornell Cooperative Extension Learning Farm in Canton from 9:0...

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Food Preservation Series

Saturday, September 30, 2017

Pre-Registration Required- See LEARN MORE link belowSession 1:  Preserving the Berry Patch:  Flavorful Jams for your PantryAugust 8, 5:30-7:30pmThis workshop features 3 recipes that all differ in ingredients and types of pectin. This includes use of both fresh and frozen berries as well...

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The 6th Annual Pumpkin Festival

Saturday, September 30, 2017

Pumpkin Festival Schedule of EventsPumpkin Festival ProgramFormsPumpkin Carving and Pumpkin Painting Contest FormPumpkin Festival Vendor Form Pumpkin Weight Off Entry FormFind out more information at: Pumpkin Festival

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Local Foods Committee Meeting

Tuesday, October 3, 2017

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Soil pH Testing and Pressure Canner Gauge Testing at Canton Farmer's Market

Friday, October 6, 2017

Booth staffed by extension educators and/or Master Gardener and Master Food Preserver volunteers.Community members can bring dry soil samples or their pressure canners to have their numerical gauges tested for accuracy.

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Food Preservation Series

Wednesday, October 11, 2017

Pre-Registration Required- See LEARN MORE link belowSession 1:  Preserving the Berry Patch:  Flavorful Jams for your PantryAugust 8, 5:30-7:30pmThis workshop features 3 recipes that all differ in ingredients and types of pectin. This includes use of both fresh and frozen berries as well...

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Tractor Supply 4-H Paper Clover Fundraiser

Wednesday, October 4, 2017

Donate October 4-15 at any local Tractor Supply store during the Paper Clover Campaign to directly support educational trips and experiences for our local youth in the St. Lawrence County 4-H program! During last year’s Paper Clover promotion at Tractor Supply Co. stores $1300 was raised to su...

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Annual Dinner

Thursday, October 19, 2017

Cornell Cooperative Extension of St. Lawrence County and American Dairy Association will be holding their Joint Annual Dinner Meeting on Thursday, October 19, 2017. The dinner will be held at the Best Western University Inn in Canton.There will be a cash bar beginning at 6:30 p.m. with a turk...

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4-H Agri-business Career Confrence

Thursday, October 19, 2017

The 41st Annual New York State 4-H Agri-business Career Conference will be held on October 19-20, 2017 at SUNY Cobleskill and local agri-businesses. The conference is co-sponsored by NYS4-H, the NYS Farm Bureau, and the State University at Cobleskill. This career exploration conference is open to...

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Empire Livestock – Graded Sheep, Lamb and Goat Sale

Saturday, October 21, 2017

Empire will hold a graded sale on October 21st at their barn in Gouverneur. Animals can be brought in on Friday for grading and sorting. The sale will be on Saturday at 1:00. We had 400 lambs there last year and good buyer attendance. Let’s keep building this sale.

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NYS Women in Agriculture Conference

Friday, November 3, 2017

Cornell Cooperative Extension to Host the First NY Women of Agriculture ConferenceThe NY Women of Agriculture Team will host its first NY Women of Agriculture Conference, Friday, November 3, in Syracuse, NY. The theme is “Communication and Building Connections,” providing a focus on personal ...

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4-H Year End Celebration and Award Ceremony

Friday, November 3, 2017

4-H Educators will be hosting the Year End Celebration this year on November 3th at 6pm at the Hermon DeKalb School. There will be a pot-luck dinner so all families are encouraged to bring a dish to pass. Following the dinner will be awards and recognitions for both 4-H members and volunteers...

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Re-enrollment Forms Available

Friday, September 8, 2017

Re-enrollment forms are now available at the 4-H office or with club Leaders for members who are planning on joining 4-H for the 2017-18 year.Re-enrollment forms and $20 family enrollment fee for the 2017-2018 4-H year are due to the 4-H office by November 3rd. The earlier you get the enrollm...

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Food Preservation Series

Saturday, November 4, 2017

Pre-Registration Required- See LEARN MORE link belowSession 1:  Preserving the Berry Patch:  Flavorful Jams for your PantryAugust 8, 5:30-7:30pmThis workshop features 3 recipes that all differ in ingredients and types of pectin. This includes use of both fresh and frozen berries as well...

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Local Foods Committee Meeting

Tuesday, November 7, 2017

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4-H Food and Fun

Saturday, November 18, 2017

Extension Staff will be organizing a fun and nutritious event of food preparation and tasting for 4-H members and families on Saturday November 18th from 10am-1pm. Participants will be asked to prepare a dish on site in the categories of appetizers/snacks, main dish/ sides, desserts using the ...

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Local Foods Committee Meeting

Tuesday, December 5, 2017

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2017 4-H Volunteer Meetings

Thursday, December 7, 2017

4-H volunteer meetings are for all 4-H volunteers including leaders and parents. Join us to learn more about upcoming events and programs!

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2017 4-H Volunteer Meetings

Thursday, March 8, 2018

4-H volunteer meetings are for all 4-H volunteers including leaders and parents. Join us to learn more about upcoming events and programs!

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2017 4-H Volunteer Meetings

Thursday, June 7, 2018

4-H volunteer meetings are for all 4-H volunteers including leaders and parents. Join us to learn more about upcoming events and programs!

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2017 4-H Volunteer Meetings

Thursday, September 13, 2018

4-H volunteer meetings are for all 4-H volunteers including leaders and parents. Join us to learn more about upcoming events and programs!

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