Edible Landscapes Wednesday, April 21, 2021 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Sloatsburg Library, 1 Liberty Rock Road , Sloatsburg, New York 10974 The possibilities are endless and oh, so inviting! Edible Landscaping is a beautiful, sustainable, and tasty alternative to traditional landscaping. Many trees, shrubs, and herbaceous plants with edible parts can serve the same function as ornamentals and can look just as good. This program will explore ways of adding fruit, vegetables, and herbs to your existing beds, borders, and containers. Master Gardener Volunteer Donna DeSousa will be presenting this workshop.Contact the venue for more information and to register.This is an online program. ========================================= CNBC Short Special on Plastics Pollution & Discussion Thursday, April 22, 2021 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm About the Screening and Discussion7:00pm CNBC Short Special on Plastics Pollution & Discussion Join CCEDC's Resource Educator Michelle Gluck and Suzanne Barclay, Executive Director, CCE Rockland on Facebook Live or Zoom for a viewing of 2020 CNBC Special Report on Plastics (15min) and post discussion about key themes and what we can do to take action to reduce plastic pollution such as environmentally preferable purchasing and extended producer responsibility policies, using innovative alternative materials, and reducing plastics usage. Special guests will be invited to help inform the discussion. Stay tuned!Register via Zoom to participate in the discussion.About the Stream-a-thonThis Earth Day, CCE Rockland is proud to partner for Cornell Cooperative Extension’s 2021 Earth Day Stream-a-thon! Throughout the day on Earth Day, April 22, 2021 CCE educators and staff from across the Hudson Valley will use virtual and social media platforms to provide a day chock-full of short presentations pertaining to a wide range of environmental topics. You can learn how to make your home more energy efficient, how to make a home compost, how to lower your carbon footprint through food, enjoy a virtual educational nature walk at Dover Stone Church, learn about and discuss plastic pollution, and much, much more! The events will be broadcast live on Facebook, and some of the events require registration ahead of time. To learn more about what will be offered, visit Cornell Cooperative Extension Dutchess County’s website and Facebook Page. ========================================= 2021 Earth Day Stream-a-thon! Thursday, April 22, 2021 10:00 am - 8:00 pm Our Earth Day Stream-a-thon was such a success last year, that we will host another one this April 22nd, 2021! CCE educators and staff from across the Hudson Valley will use virtual and social media platforms to provide a day chock-full of short presentations pertaining to a wide range of environmental topics.We will broadcast live on our CCE Dutchess Facebook page and potentially across other social media platforms.2021 Earth Day STREAM-A-THON Schedule10:00am Earth Day Story Time- The LoraxWhether you are a young person or simply young at heart, The Lorax is a classic story about sustainability and protecting the environment that everyone will enjoy! Join CCE Dutchess Environment & Energy Program Leader, Carolyn Klocker for this Earth Day story time read aloud. 11:00am Dover Stone Church Nature WalkJoin CCEDC's Sean Carroll & Julie Hart of the Dutchess Land Conservancy on their nature walk through the Dover Stone Church property. Come learn about blooming wildflowers and spring tree ID, and enjoy the sounds of the brook and the birds on this virtual stroll through the woods!12:00pm Spring Home Energy Check-upCommunity Energy Advisors from Cornell Cooperative Extension will guide you through five easy things you can do to give your home or apartment a Spring Energy Check-Up!1:00pm Backyard Composting Demo TourHave you thought about backyard composting and didn’t know where to start? Have you started and stalled? CCE educator Jen Lerner, a lifelong composter, will go over the basics. We’ll join Jen via live-stream at her backyard composting set-up and engage in a little compost trouble-shooting. Jen Lerner, Sr. Resources Educator, has been with Cornell Cooperative Extension of Putnam county for 17 years, teaching on diverse subjects from tree biology to shiitake mushroom cultivation. 2:00pm How to Enjoy the Outdoors During a Pandemic with NCLIWant to enjoy the outdoors, but a little hesitant on how to do so during a pandemic? The Dutchess No Child Left Inside youth environmental educators give some advice on how to be safe while enjoying the great outdoors3:00pm A Day in the Life of A Stream ScientistJoin CCE Ulster Stream Educator Tim Koch during some trips into the wild stream channels of the Catskill Mountains. In these videos, Tim demonstrates and discusses some of the field work a stream scientist does, including: stream feature inventories, bank erosion monitoring, stream restoration project monitoring, and a reference reach survey.4:00pm Curbing Our Carbon Appetite (with our very own Green Teens!)Do you have/know a child who is in 3rd-8th grade who wants to save our planet? Do they want to learn more about our carbon footprints and the atmosphere? Maybe they're a science lover?For 1 hour on Zoom, two of our very own Green Teens are set to educate youth in 3rd – 8th grade about our carbon footprints! Your child will take part in solving a real-world agriculture challenge through the 2021 4-H Ag Innovators Experience (4-H AIE) Curbing Our Carbon Appetite Challenge.Participating youth will learn about ways they can help reduce their carbon footprints along with other activities they can do at home with their families and friends to benefit their community.To register, follow this link! https://ccedutchess.mahaplatform.com/events/we9wnvjjp95:00pm Earth Day Story Time- My Friend EarthStory lovers of all ages will enjoy My Friend Earth a beautifully illustrated dedication to our wonderful planet from the Newbery Award-winning author of Sarah, Plain and Tall, Patricia MacLachlan & illustrated by Francesca Sanna.7:00pm CNBC Short Special on Plastics Pollution & DiscussionJoin CCEDC's Resource Educator Michelle Gluck and Suzanne Barclay, Executive Director, CCE Rockland on Facebook Live or Zoom for a viewing of 2020 CNBC Special Report on Plastics (15min) and post discussion about key themes and what we can do to take action to reduce plastic pollution such as environmentally preferable purchasing and extended producer responsibility policies, using innovative alternative materials, and reducing plastics usage. Special guests will be invited to help inform the discussion. Stay tuned!*Please attend this session via Zoom to participate in the discussion. Pre-register at this link: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIqfuypqTstH9Pb4NAmabQfNav4y9RGyHD_This event is proudly supported by: ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting (Online & Open to the Public) Wednesday, April 28, 2021 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Our Board of Directors meeting, starting at 5:30 pm, will be held via Zoom. Any Rockland resident is invited to attend. If interested in attending, please email or call us for the link.CCE prioritizes the health, safety and well-being of the communities we serve. Given the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, and due to an abundance of caution, our monthly Board of Directors meeting will be convened through the virtual conferencing program Zoom. Jennifer Strianese, jas946@cornell.edu, (845) 429-7085 ext. 117 ========================================= Beginner Dog Training for Youth Saturday, May 1, 2021 10:00 am - 11:00 am CCE Rockland Education Center, 10 Patriot Hills Drive , Stony Point, New York 10980 Rockland County 4-H presents: Beginner Dog Training TechniquesAbout the program:This foundation training class employs positive training methods that reward desirable behaviors to help your dog learn in a humane way. These methods foster a trusting and closer bond between owners and their dogs.Learn from a professional dog trainer: Canine body language and how it can help you to understand what your dog is saying to you.How to communicate clearly with your dog through the use of a reward marker.How to teach your dog to pay Attention to you, Come when called, Sit, Down, Stand, and Walk Politely on a leash.About the presenter:Fran Hellman is a certified professional dog trainer and the owner of Four Paws Guidance Dog Training. You can find out more about Fran on the Four Paws Guidance website.Event Details & Registration Information:When: Saturdays, 10:00am – 11:00am, May 1, 8, 15, 22. Rain Date: Wednesday, May 26Where: Outside at CCE Rockland, 10 Patriot Hills Drive, Stony Point, NYWho: Youth ages 8-18. For youth safety, a parent/guardian must be present, especially for youth 13 and under. Space is limited to 8 participants. Registration and payment must be submitted to reserve your space. Sorry, no refunds. $80 per participant. Financial assistance is available for those with demonstrated need. Kristin Ruggiero, klf37@cornell.edu, (845) 429-7085 x 103 ========================================= Young (and Adult!) Explorers Nature Hike Sunday, May 2, 2021 9:00 am - 11:00 am CCE Rockland Education Center, 10 Patriot Hills Drive , Stony Point, New York 10980 Discover nature, make new friends, and have fun! About the Program On these exploratory hikes, we will be looking at various forms of life in the forest, from plants and trees to birds and bugs. We will learn about the delicate ecosystem in which the forest exists and how various life forms interact and depend on each other for their survival.Where We will meet at the CCE Office (10 Patriot Hills Drive, Stony Point, NY 10980) at 9:00am to sign in, answer health-screening questions, and submit paperwork. After signing in, we will caravan to the trailhead. The exact hike location will depend on the local conditions.Who Youth ages 8-13.New This Year! Parents/Guardians are invited to join a separate guided hike, led by a Dominican College Professor, while the youth are involved in the program.COVID-19 Precautions: To protect participants, we will be following all statewide guidelines identified by NY Forward including, but not limited to, maintaining 6 ft. of distance at all times, wearing facemasks, and having hand sanitizer available. A full list of guidelines will be provided to all participants prior to the hike.About the Hike LeadersYouth Hike Leader Jeff Solomon Jeff Solomon is an avid nature lover and hiker who has hiked extensively in Harriman State Park. As a former middle school teacher and director of nature and pioneering programs at various summer camps, Jeff has a great deal of experience working in an educational and recreational capacity with youth and has led countless nature hikes. Jeff is also the founder of the National Camp Association, which is a children's summer camp organization.Adult Hike Leader Dr. Regina AlvarezDr. Alvarez is a professor at Dominican College who teaches General Biology, Ecology and Botany, and other courses. Prior to teaching at Dominican, she taught for the City University of New York. Before joining academia, she worked for 19 years for the Central Park Conservancy, the managers of Central Park in New York City. She started as a gardener and worked her way up to Director of Horticulture and Woodland Management. Her focus was on native plants and ecological restoration. Her research focuses on the flora and ecology of urban environments. Dr. Alvarez is also an instructor of botany at the New York Botanical Garden, where she teaches Plant Physiology, Plant Morphology and Introduction to Plant Science.Registration InformationRegistration Fee$10 per family (max 5 per family). Please note that payment must be received by Thursday, April 29, to participate in the hike. Kristin Ruggiero, klf37@cornell.edu, (845) 429-7085 x 103 ========================================= Fertilizer Law Certificate Program 2021 [Now Online] Wednesday, May 5, 2021 9:00 am - 11:00 am CCE Rockland Education Center, 10 Patriot Hills Drive , Stony Point, New York 10980 The Fertilizer Law class will be offered as a webinar until further notice. For more information and to register, visit our online registration portal. CCE prioritizes the health, safety and well-being of the communities we serve. Given the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, and due to an abundance of caution, our Fertilizer Law class on April 1 has been postponed until further notice. The Fertilizer Certificate Program is a required course to obtain the Home Improvement Contractors Certificate; which is required to conduct business in Rockland County. The course is also referred to as The Turf Management Course. This class has a direct connection to the Clean Water Act of 1972 through Phase II Stormwater Regulations. The class addresses the environmental effects of turf management and the impact that fertilizer creates on open state waters and stream systems. Explanations of fertilizer formulas are given along with the proper way and time period to apply fertilizer. Alternatives to traditional lawn and yard care are presented as a way to reduce fertilizer use and prevent run-off from stormwater. A review of the law is covered and how it applies to both landscapers and retail business sales. The class ends with a review of resources to utilize with in Rockland County in relationship to non-point and point pollution prevention Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rockland County will be offering Fertilizer Law Certificate Program(s) the first Wednesday of every month. The Fertilizer Law Certificate Program is qualified through Rockland County to those interested in becoming certified. The cost  $50.00. Although payment can be made on the date of the class, Registration in advanced is required! Certificates of completion are prepared ahead of time and distributed at the conclusion of the class. This Certificate is the document required by the County. Registration Information:Register Online for May 5th.Register Online for June 2nd.For more information or help with registration, contact: Jennifer Strianese Administrative Assistant jas946@cornell.edu 845-429-7085 x117 *As of February 2020 the cost for Fertilizer law will be $50.00 $50.00 Cash or Check Michael Wilson, mw767@cornell.edu, (845) 429-7085, option 3 ========================================= Garden Design for Beginners Thursday, May 6, 2021 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Finkelstein Memorial Library, 24 Chestnut Street , Spring Valley , New York 10977 In this class you will learn how to use the principles of design to plan a garden or to rejuvenate an existing property. The topics will include site evaluation and components of the design process such as the use of color, the role of structure, and characteristics of plants. The “why” and “how” will enable you to apply the principles as you plan a garden.Master Gardener Volunteer Chris Shankar will be presenting this workshop.This program is being presented through Finkelstein Memorial Library. Please call the office at (845) 352-5700 for more information and to register.  ========================================= Beginner Dog Training for Youth Saturday, May 8, 2021 10:00 am - 11:00 am CCE Rockland Education Center, 10 Patriot Hills Drive , Stony Point, New York 10980 Rockland County 4-H presents: Beginner Dog Training TechniquesAbout the program:This foundation training class employs positive training methods that reward desirable behaviors to help your dog learn in a humane way. These methods foster a trusting and closer bond between owners and their dogs.Learn from a professional dog trainer: Canine body language and how it can help you to understand what your dog is saying to you.How to communicate clearly with your dog through the use of a reward marker.How to teach your dog to pay Attention to you, Come when called, Sit, Down, Stand, and Walk Politely on a leash.About the presenter:Fran Hellman is a certified professional dog trainer and the owner of Four Paws Guidance Dog Training. You can find out more about Fran on the Four Paws Guidance website.Event Details & Registration Information:When: Saturdays, 10:00am – 11:00am, May 1, 8, 15, 22. Rain Date: Wednesday, May 26Where: Outside at CCE Rockland, 10 Patriot Hills Drive, Stony Point, NYWho: Youth ages 8-18. For youth safety, a parent/guardian must be present, especially for youth 13 and under. Space is limited to 8 participants. Registration and payment must be submitted to reserve your space. Sorry, no refunds. $80 per participant. Financial assistance is available for those with demonstrated need. Kristin Ruggiero, klf37@cornell.edu, (845) 429-7085 x 103 ========================================= Sustainable Landscapes: Lawns & Turf Management Wednesday, May 12, 2021 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Join us for the next session of our Sustainable Landscapes series.Lawns & Turf Management About the Sustainable Landscapes SeriesThe series features 9 sessions on topics that help residents reduce water waste at home, including: water-wise plant selection, managing lawns, rain gardens, and more.About the SpeakerDr. Frank Rossi, Associate Professor, School of Integrative Plant Science Horticulture Section in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Cornell University.Registration InformationThis session is presented through Zoom. Registration required. Please register online. Free to Attend, Must RSVP Jennifer Strianese, jas946@cornell.edu, (845) 429-7085 ext. 117 ========================================= Bee friendly Backyards Wednesday, May 12, 2021 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Sloatsburg Library, 1 Liberty Rock Road , Sloatsburg, New York 10974 Promoting Landscape Practices that Support Pollinators and Other Beneficial InsectsOur native bees and insects are struggling; we can help to improve their lot and preserve their important role in our ecosystems. This class will show participants how to attract native bees and insects to backyards and gardens by creating beautifully designed, pollinator-friendly habitats.Master Gardener Volunteer, Sam Amdurer, is presenting this program. Please contact the venue for more information or to reserve your space in the program. Free to Attend ========================================= Beginner Dog Training for Youth Saturday, May 15, 2021 10:00 am - 11:00 am CCE Rockland Education Center, 10 Patriot Hills Drive , Stony Point, New York 10980 Rockland County 4-H presents: Beginner Dog Training TechniquesAbout the program:This foundation training class employs positive training methods that reward desirable behaviors to help your dog learn in a humane way. These methods foster a trusting and closer bond between owners and their dogs.Learn from a professional dog trainer: Canine body language and how it can help you to understand what your dog is saying to you.How to communicate clearly with your dog through the use of a reward marker.How to teach your dog to pay Attention to you, Come when called, Sit, Down, Stand, and Walk Politely on a leash.About the presenter:Fran Hellman is a certified professional dog trainer and the owner of Four Paws Guidance Dog Training. You can find out more about Fran on the Four Paws Guidance website.Event Details & Registration Information:When: Saturdays, 10:00am – 11:00am, May 1, 8, 15, 22. Rain Date: Wednesday, May 26Where: Outside at CCE Rockland, 10 Patriot Hills Drive, Stony Point, NYWho: Youth ages 8-18. For youth safety, a parent/guardian must be present, especially for youth 13 and under. Space is limited to 8 participants. Registration and payment must be submitted to reserve your space. Sorry, no refunds. $80 per participant. Financial assistance is available for those with demonstrated need. Kristin Ruggiero, klf37@cornell.edu, (845) 429-7085 x 103 ========================================= Beginner Dog Training for Youth Saturday, May 22, 2021 10:00 am - 11:00 am CCE Rockland Education Center, 10 Patriot Hills Drive , Stony Point, New York 10980 Rockland County 4-H presents: Beginner Dog Training TechniquesAbout the program:This foundation training class employs positive training methods that reward desirable behaviors to help your dog learn in a humane way. These methods foster a trusting and closer bond between owners and their dogs.Learn from a professional dog trainer: Canine body language and how it can help you to understand what your dog is saying to you.How to communicate clearly with your dog through the use of a reward marker.How to teach your dog to pay Attention to you, Come when called, Sit, Down, Stand, and Walk Politely on a leash.About the presenter:Fran Hellman is a certified professional dog trainer and the owner of Four Paws Guidance Dog Training. You can find out more about Fran on the Four Paws Guidance website.Event Details & Registration Information:When: Saturdays, 10:00am – 11:00am, May 1, 8, 15, 22. Rain Date: Wednesday, May 26Where: Outside at CCE Rockland, 10 Patriot Hills Drive, Stony Point, NYWho: Youth ages 8-18. For youth safety, a parent/guardian must be present, especially for youth 13 and under. Space is limited to 8 participants. Registration and payment must be submitted to reserve your space. Sorry, no refunds. $80 per participant. Financial assistance is available for those with demonstrated need. Kristin Ruggiero, klf37@cornell.edu, (845) 429-7085 x 103 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting (Online & Open to the Public) Wednesday, May 26, 2021 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Our Board of Directors meeting, starting at 5:30 pm, will be held via Zoom. Any Rockland resident is invited to attend. If interested in attending, please email or call us for the link.CCE prioritizes the health, safety and well-being of the communities we serve. Given the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, and due to an abundance of caution, our monthly Board of Directors meeting will be convened through the virtual conferencing program Zoom. Jennifer Strianese, jas946@cornell.edu, (845) 429-7085 ext. 117 ========================================= Fertilizer Law Certificate Program 2021 [Now Online] Wednesday, June 2, 2021 9:00 am - 11:00 am CCE Rockland Education Center, 10 Patriot Hills Drive , Stony Point, New York 10980 The Fertilizer Law class will be offered as a webinar until further notice. For more information and to register, visit our online registration portal. CCE prioritizes the health, safety and well-being of the communities we serve. Given the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, and due to an abundance of caution, our Fertilizer Law class on April 1 has been postponed until further notice. The Fertilizer Certificate Program is a required course to obtain the Home Improvement Contractors Certificate; which is required to conduct business in Rockland County. The course is also referred to as The Turf Management Course. This class has a direct connection to the Clean Water Act of 1972 through Phase II Stormwater Regulations. The class addresses the environmental effects of turf management and the impact that fertilizer creates on open state waters and stream systems. Explanations of fertilizer formulas are given along with the proper way and time period to apply fertilizer. Alternatives to traditional lawn and yard care are presented as a way to reduce fertilizer use and prevent run-off from stormwater. A review of the law is covered and how it applies to both landscapers and retail business sales. The class ends with a review of resources to utilize with in Rockland County in relationship to non-point and point pollution prevention Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rockland County will be offering Fertilizer Law Certificate Program(s) the first Wednesday of every month. The Fertilizer Law Certificate Program is qualified through Rockland County to those interested in becoming certified. The cost  $50.00. Although payment can be made on the date of the class, Registration in advanced is required! Certificates of completion are prepared ahead of time and distributed at the conclusion of the class. This Certificate is the document required by the County. Registration Information:Register Online for May 5th.Register Online for June 2nd.For more information or help with registration, contact: Jennifer Strianese Administrative Assistant jas946@cornell.edu 845-429-7085 x117 *As of February 2020 the cost for Fertilizer law will be $50.00 $50.00 Cash or Check Michael Wilson, mw767@cornell.edu, (845) 429-7085, option 3 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting (Online & Open to the Public) Wednesday, June 23, 2021 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Our Board of Directors meeting, starting at 5:30 pm, will be held via Zoom. Any Rockland resident is invited to attend. If interested in attending, please email or call us for the link.CCE prioritizes the health, safety and well-being of the communities we serve. Given the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, and due to an abundance of caution, our monthly Board of Directors meeting will be convened through the virtual conferencing program Zoom. Jennifer Strianese, jas946@cornell.edu, (845) 429-7085 ext. 117 ========================================= Fertilizer Law Certificate Program 2021 [Now Online] Wednesday, July 7, 2021 9:00 am - 11:00 am CCE Rockland Education Center, 10 Patriot Hills Drive , Stony Point, New York 10980 The Fertilizer Law class will be offered as a webinar until further notice. For more information and to register, visit our online registration portal. CCE prioritizes the health, safety and well-being of the communities we serve. Given the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, and due to an abundance of caution, our Fertilizer Law class on April 1 has been postponed until further notice. The Fertilizer Certificate Program is a required course to obtain the Home Improvement Contractors Certificate; which is required to conduct business in Rockland County. The course is also referred to as The Turf Management Course. This class has a direct connection to the Clean Water Act of 1972 through Phase II Stormwater Regulations. The class addresses the environmental effects of turf management and the impact that fertilizer creates on open state waters and stream systems. Explanations of fertilizer formulas are given along with the proper way and time period to apply fertilizer. Alternatives to traditional lawn and yard care are presented as a way to reduce fertilizer use and prevent run-off from stormwater. A review of the law is covered and how it applies to both landscapers and retail business sales. The class ends with a review of resources to utilize with in Rockland County in relationship to non-point and point pollution prevention Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rockland County will be offering Fertilizer Law Certificate Program(s) the first Wednesday of every month. The Fertilizer Law Certificate Program is qualified through Rockland County to those interested in becoming certified. The cost  $50.00. Although payment can be made on the date of the class, Registration in advanced is required! Certificates of completion are prepared ahead of time and distributed at the conclusion of the class. This Certificate is the document required by the County. Registration Information:Register Online for May 5th.Register Online for June 2nd.For more information or help with registration, contact: Jennifer Strianese Administrative Assistant jas946@cornell.edu 845-429-7085 x117 *As of February 2020 the cost for Fertilizer law will be $50.00 $50.00 Cash or Check Michael Wilson, mw767@cornell.edu, (845) 429-7085, option 3 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting (Online & Open to the Public) Wednesday, July 28, 2021 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Our Board of Directors meeting, starting at 5:30 pm, will be held via Zoom. Any Rockland resident is invited to attend. If interested in attending, please email or call us for the link.CCE prioritizes the health, safety and well-being of the communities we serve. Given the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, and due to an abundance of caution, our monthly Board of Directors meeting will be convened through the virtual conferencing program Zoom. Jennifer Strianese, jas946@cornell.edu, (845) 429-7085 ext. 117 ========================================= Fertilizer Law Certificate Program 2021 [Now Online] Wednesday, August 4, 2021 9:00 am - 11:00 am CCE Rockland Education Center, 10 Patriot Hills Drive , Stony Point, New York 10980 The Fertilizer Law class will be offered as a webinar until further notice. For more information and to register, visit our online registration portal. CCE prioritizes the health, safety and well-being of the communities we serve. Given the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, and due to an abundance of caution, our Fertilizer Law class on April 1 has been postponed until further notice. The Fertilizer Certificate Program is a required course to obtain the Home Improvement Contractors Certificate; which is required to conduct business in Rockland County. The course is also referred to as The Turf Management Course. This class has a direct connection to the Clean Water Act of 1972 through Phase II Stormwater Regulations. The class addresses the environmental effects of turf management and the impact that fertilizer creates on open state waters and stream systems. Explanations of fertilizer formulas are given along with the proper way and time period to apply fertilizer. Alternatives to traditional lawn and yard care are presented as a way to reduce fertilizer use and prevent run-off from stormwater. A review of the law is covered and how it applies to both landscapers and retail business sales. The class ends with a review of resources to utilize with in Rockland County in relationship to non-point and point pollution prevention Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rockland County will be offering Fertilizer Law Certificate Program(s) the first Wednesday of every month. The Fertilizer Law Certificate Program is qualified through Rockland County to those interested in becoming certified. The cost  $50.00. Although payment can be made on the date of the class, Registration in advanced is required! Certificates of completion are prepared ahead of time and distributed at the conclusion of the class. This Certificate is the document required by the County. Registration Information:Register Online for May 5th.Register Online for June 2nd.For more information or help with registration, contact: Jennifer Strianese Administrative Assistant jas946@cornell.edu 845-429-7085 x117 *As of February 2020 the cost for Fertilizer law will be $50.00 $50.00 Cash or Check Michael Wilson, mw767@cornell.edu, (845) 429-7085, option 3 ========================================= Fertilizer Law Certificate Program 2021 [Now Online] Wednesday, September 1, 2021 9:00 am - 11:00 am CCE Rockland Education Center, 10 Patriot Hills Drive , Stony Point, New York 10980 The Fertilizer Law class will be offered as a webinar until further notice. For more information and to register, visit our online registration portal. CCE prioritizes the health, safety and well-being of the communities we serve. Given the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, and due to an abundance of caution, our Fertilizer Law class on April 1 has been postponed until further notice. The Fertilizer Certificate Program is a required course to obtain the Home Improvement Contractors Certificate; which is required to conduct business in Rockland County. The course is also referred to as The Turf Management Course. This class has a direct connection to the Clean Water Act of 1972 through Phase II Stormwater Regulations. The class addresses the environmental effects of turf management and the impact that fertilizer creates on open state waters and stream systems. Explanations of fertilizer formulas are given along with the proper way and time period to apply fertilizer. Alternatives to traditional lawn and yard care are presented as a way to reduce fertilizer use and prevent run-off from stormwater. A review of the law is covered and how it applies to both landscapers and retail business sales. The class ends with a review of resources to utilize with in Rockland County in relationship to non-point and point pollution prevention Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rockland County will be offering Fertilizer Law Certificate Program(s) the first Wednesday of every month. The Fertilizer Law Certificate Program is qualified through Rockland County to those interested in becoming certified. The cost  $50.00. Although payment can be made on the date of the class, Registration in advanced is required! Certificates of completion are prepared ahead of time and distributed at the conclusion of the class. This Certificate is the document required by the County. Registration Information:Register Online for May 5th.Register Online for June 2nd.For more information or help with registration, contact: Jennifer Strianese Administrative Assistant jas946@cornell.edu 845-429-7085 x117 *As of February 2020 the cost for Fertilizer law will be $50.00 $50.00 Cash or Check Michael Wilson, mw767@cornell.edu, (845) 429-7085, option 3 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting (Online & Open to the Public) Wednesday, September 22, 2021 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Our Board of Directors meeting, starting at 5:30 pm, will be held via Zoom. Any Rockland resident is invited to attend. If interested in attending, please email or call us for the link.CCE prioritizes the health, safety and well-being of the communities we serve. Given the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, and due to an abundance of caution, our monthly Board of Directors meeting will be convened through the virtual conferencing program Zoom. Jennifer Strianese, jas946@cornell.edu, (845) 429-7085 ext. 117 ========================================= Sustainability Walk & Showcase Fundraiser Saturday, October 2, 2021 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Congers Lake Memorial Park, Gilchrest Road, off Route 303 , Congers, NY 10920 Rain or Shine! Get Out, Get Active, & Play in Nature with Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rockland County! About the Event Join us during peak leaf-peeping-season at the scenic Congers Lake in Congers, NY, for our first annual Sustainability Walk & Showcase. Take advantage of this special opportunity to walk the Congers Lake Memorial Park trail that is normally reserved for Clarkstown residents only. Preregister by October 1st to guarantee you'll receive a bag full of swag! At this family-friendly event you will: Discover the Lake with a scavenger hunt Learn about birds, bugs, and biodiversity at educational stops along the way Protect the environment and save money with green living ideas Registration Information Every family that preregisters by October 1, will receive a swag bag filled with giveaways from our wonderful sponsors. Registration Fee $10 for Adults, Children 18 & under free! Registration Site Register online at Eventbrite. Remember: register by October 1st to guarantee your swag bag! We thank our Platinum Sponsors Charlie Pane, cap295@cornell.edu, (845) 429-7085 ext. 105 ========================================= Fertilizer Law Certificate Program 2021 [Now Online] Wednesday, October 6, 2021 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm CCE Rockland Education Center, 10 Patriot Hills Drive , Stony Point, New York 10980 The Fertilizer Law class will be offered as a webinar until further notice. For more information and to register, visit our online registration portal. CCE prioritizes the health, safety and well-being of the communities we serve. Given the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, and due to an abundance of caution, our Fertilizer Law class on April 1 has been postponed until further notice. The Fertilizer Certificate Program is a required course to obtain the Home Improvement Contractors Certificate; which is required to conduct business in Rockland County. The course is also referred to as The Turf Management Course. This class has a direct connection to the Clean Water Act of 1972 through Phase II Stormwater Regulations. The class addresses the environmental effects of turf management and the impact that fertilizer creates on open state waters and stream systems. Explanations of fertilizer formulas are given along with the proper way and time period to apply fertilizer. Alternatives to traditional lawn and yard care are presented as a way to reduce fertilizer use and prevent run-off from stormwater. A review of the law is covered and how it applies to both landscapers and retail business sales. The class ends with a review of resources to utilize with in Rockland County in relationship to non-point and point pollution prevention Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rockland County will be offering Fertilizer Law Certificate Program(s) the first Wednesday of every month. The Fertilizer Law Certificate Program is qualified through Rockland County to those interested in becoming certified. The cost  $50.00. Although payment can be made on the date of the class, Registration in advanced is required! Certificates of completion are prepared ahead of time and distributed at the conclusion of the class. This Certificate is the document required by the County. Registration Information:Register Online for May 5th.Register Online for June 2nd.For more information or help with registration, contact: Jennifer Strianese Administrative Assistant jas946@cornell.edu 845-429-7085 x117 *As of February 2020 the cost for Fertilizer law will be $50.00 $50.00 Cash or Check Michael Wilson, mw767@cornell.edu, (845) 429-7085, option 3 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting (Online & Open to the Public) Wednesday, October 27, 2021 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Our Board of Directors meeting, starting at 5:30 pm, will be held via Zoom. Any Rockland resident is invited to attend. If interested in attending, please email or call us for the link.CCE prioritizes the health, safety and well-being of the communities we serve. Given the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, and due to an abundance of caution, our monthly Board of Directors meeting will be convened through the virtual conferencing program Zoom. Jennifer Strianese, jas946@cornell.edu, (845) 429-7085 ext. 117 ========================================= Fertilizer Law Certificate Program 2021 [Now Online] Wednesday, November 3, 2021 9:00 am - 11:00 am CCE Rockland Education Center, 10 Patriot Hills Drive , Stony Point, New York 10980 The Fertilizer Law class will be offered as a webinar until further notice. For more information and to register, visit our online registration portal. CCE prioritizes the health, safety and well-being of the communities we serve. Given the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, and due to an abundance of caution, our Fertilizer Law class on April 1 has been postponed until further notice. The Fertilizer Certificate Program is a required course to obtain the Home Improvement Contractors Certificate; which is required to conduct business in Rockland County. The course is also referred to as The Turf Management Course. This class has a direct connection to the Clean Water Act of 1972 through Phase II Stormwater Regulations. The class addresses the environmental effects of turf management and the impact that fertilizer creates on open state waters and stream systems. Explanations of fertilizer formulas are given along with the proper way and time period to apply fertilizer. Alternatives to traditional lawn and yard care are presented as a way to reduce fertilizer use and prevent run-off from stormwater. A review of the law is covered and how it applies to both landscapers and retail business sales. The class ends with a review of resources to utilize with in Rockland County in relationship to non-point and point pollution prevention Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rockland County will be offering Fertilizer Law Certificate Program(s) the first Wednesday of every month. The Fertilizer Law Certificate Program is qualified through Rockland County to those interested in becoming certified. The cost  $50.00. Although payment can be made on the date of the class, Registration in advanced is required! Certificates of completion are prepared ahead of time and distributed at the conclusion of the class. This Certificate is the document required by the County. Registration Information:Register Online for May 5th.Register Online for June 2nd.For more information or help with registration, contact: Jennifer Strianese Administrative Assistant jas946@cornell.edu 845-429-7085 x117 *As of February 2020 the cost for Fertilizer law will be $50.00 $50.00 Cash or Check Michael Wilson, mw767@cornell.edu, (845) 429-7085, option 3 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting (Online & Open to the Public) Wednesday, November 17, 2021 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Our Board of Directors meeting, starting at 5:30 pm, will be held via Zoom. Any Rockland resident is invited to attend. If interested in attending, please email or call us for the link.CCE prioritizes the health, safety and well-being of the communities we serve. Given the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, and due to an abundance of caution, our monthly Board of Directors meeting will be convened through the virtual conferencing program Zoom. Jennifer Strianese, jas946@cornell.edu, (845) 429-7085 ext. 117 ========================================= Fertilizer Law Certificate Program 2021 [Now Online] Wednesday, December 1, 2021 9:00 am - 11:00 am CCE Rockland Education Center, 10 Patriot Hills Drive , Stony Point, New York 10980 The Fertilizer Law class will be offered as a webinar until further notice. For more information and to register, visit our online registration portal. CCE prioritizes the health, safety and well-being of the communities we serve. Given the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, and due to an abundance of caution, our Fertilizer Law class on April 1 has been postponed until further notice. The Fertilizer Certificate Program is a required course to obtain the Home Improvement Contractors Certificate; which is required to conduct business in Rockland County. The course is also referred to as The Turf Management Course. This class has a direct connection to the Clean Water Act of 1972 through Phase II Stormwater Regulations. The class addresses the environmental effects of turf management and the impact that fertilizer creates on open state waters and stream systems. Explanations of fertilizer formulas are given along with the proper way and time period to apply fertilizer. Alternatives to traditional lawn and yard care are presented as a way to reduce fertilizer use and prevent run-off from stormwater. A review of the law is covered and how it applies to both landscapers and retail business sales. The class ends with a review of resources to utilize with in Rockland County in relationship to non-point and point pollution prevention Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rockland County will be offering Fertilizer Law Certificate Program(s) the first Wednesday of every month. The Fertilizer Law Certificate Program is qualified through Rockland County to those interested in becoming certified. The cost  $50.00. Although payment can be made on the date of the class, Registration in advanced is required! Certificates of completion are prepared ahead of time and distributed at the conclusion of the class. This Certificate is the document required by the County. Registration Information:Register Online for May 5th.Register Online for June 2nd.For more information or help with registration, contact: Jennifer Strianese Administrative Assistant jas946@cornell.edu 845-429-7085 x117 *As of February 2020 the cost for Fertilizer law will be $50.00 $50.00 Cash or Check Michael Wilson, mw767@cornell.edu, (845) 429-7085, option 3 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting (Online & Open to the Public) Wednesday, December 8, 2021 5:30 am - 6:30 pm Our Board of Directors meeting, starting at 5:30 pm, will be held via Zoom. Any Rockland resident is invited to attend. If interested in attending, please email or call us for the link.CCE prioritizes the health, safety and well-being of the communities we serve. Given the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, and due to an abundance of caution, our monthly Board of Directors meeting will be convened through the virtual conferencing program Zoom. Jennifer Strianese, jas946@cornell.edu, (845) 429-7085 ext. 117 =========================================