Online Native Plant Sale Sunday, May 5, 2024 10:00 am - 2:00 pm 2024 Native Plant SalePlants native to North America are those that naturally occur in the region and were found in the area before European colonization. Native plants are the base of the region’s biodiversity, providing nourishment and habitat for beneficial insects, wildlife, and birds that are also native to the area. They have evolved over thousands of years and are suited to the area’s climate, weather conditions, and soils.The key to start is choosing the right native plants for your area. That is where the CCERC Master Gardener Volunteers have done the work for you. They have carefully selected North American native plants that should thrive in your landscapes and positively contribute to the local ecosystem.Please note as we have a great selection now, but there is more to come in March! Order Here: www.rocklandcceplantsale.comPick Up Date: Sunday, May 5, 10 AM - 2 PMPick Up Location: CCE Rockland, 10 Patriot Hills Drive, Stony Point NY ========================================= Spring Valley 4-H Youth Environmental Task Force - Application Deadline Monday, August 5, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Spring Valley Memorial Park, Dr Berg Lane , Spring Valley, New York 10977 Attention High School Students from the East Ramapo School District!Are you interested in the environment and improving your community? Join the Spring Valley 4-H Youth Environmental Task Force where you will develop skills, connect with peers, and have a positive impact!About:Sponsored by the Rockland County Youth Bureau and led by local organizations, Task Force members will learn about the environment through hands-on activities at Spring Valley Memorial Park. Members will also be able to improve the community by designing and implementing a community service project.Who is Eligible?9th - 12th Grade Students from the East Ramapo School DistrictCan commit to all sessions and the service projectWork well in a teamEnjoy being outsideExcited to improve Spring Valley Memorial Park Benefits:$10 stipend for each session attended (plus snacks)Connection with local organizations/leadersSkill developmentOpportunity to improve your communityTentative Schedule:Monday - Friday, August 19 - 23, 2024, 1:00pm - 3:30pmDateTopicAugust 19Team-Building and Park AssessmentAugust 20Park Maintenance, Safety, and ChallengesAugust 21Water Quality and Soil HealthAugust 22 Invasive and Native SpeciesAugust 23Brook Clean-Up, CelebrationApply Now!Application is due by 11:59pm on Monday, August 5.To see the application questions, view this  Please note that the PDF is only for reference - only those who complete the online application will be considered. Kristin Ruggiero, klf37@cornell.edu, (845) 429-7085 x 103 =========================================