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Llama Management Workshop
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Llama Management Workshop

Wednesday, June 28, 2017

Join Cornell Cooperative Extension and Wunsapana Farm (https://www.wunsapanafarm.com/) for a Llama Management Workshop! Led by llama expert Teri Conroy, we will enjoy discussion, Q & A, and some hands on experiences! At the workshop Teri will cover various uses for llamas, including pet, fi...

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EPA Certified RRP Refresher Training
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EPA Certified RRP Refresher Training

Thursday, July 6, 2017

5 years after taking the RRP Initial class, an EPA certified renovator must successfully complete an EPA RRP Refresher course to continue working. RRP Refresher classes are 4 hours. There is no cost to attend but pre-registration is required.

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EPA Certified Renovator Initial (RRP I) Training
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EPA Certified Renovator Initial (RRP I) Training

Tuesday, July 11, 2017

EPA’s Lead Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Initial Training—The federal Renovation Repair & Painting Rule (RRP) requires that anyone who is paid to perform work that disturbs paint in housing and child occupied facilities built before 1978 be trained and certified as a renovator....

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Summer Puppy School
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Summer Puppy School

Tuesday, July 11, 2017

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Jamming!
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Jamming!

Tuesday, July 11, 2017

Use fresh, local blueberries or cherries to make jam and jelly. Learn the science of how fruit works together with acid, pectin and sugar to make jellied products. We will use a basic water bath canning method and each get to take a jar of jam or jelly home.

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Lavender and Mint Essential Oil Project Field Workshop
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Lavender and Mint Essential Oil Project Field Workshop

Wednesday, July 12, 2017

This field day will highlight Lawrie and Karen’s experience growing lavender and Dr. Lily Calderwood’s Northeast SARE partnership grant titled “Development of Mint and Lavender Production in the Northeast.” In May, we are planting lavender, spearmint, and peppermint cultivar trials here and at...

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FREEZING AND DRYING
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FREEZING AND DRYING

Tuesday, July 18, 2017

Learn how to freeze foods for best quality. See how to dry fruits, vegetables and herbs, make fruit leather, and make a jar of freezer jam to take home.

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Compost Lecture
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Compost Lecture

Thursday, July 20, 2017

Join the Master Gardener Volunteer compost team to explore the many ways to set up a compost area and to learn the secrets to making good compost.  Location:  Compost demo areaRegistration is required.  Please contact:Carole Henry Master Gardener Coordinator ch878@corne...

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EPA Certified Renovator Initial (RRP I) Training
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EPA Certified Renovator Initial (RRP I) Training

Friday, July 21, 2017

EPA’s Lead Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Initial Training—The federal Renovation Repair & Painting Rule (RRP) requires that anyone who is paid to perform work that disturbs paint in housing and child occupied facilities built before 1978 be trained and certified as a renovator. RRP Initi...

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EPA Certified Renovator Initial (RRP I) Training
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EPA Certified Renovator Initial (RRP I) Training

Tuesday, July 25, 2017

EPA’s Lead Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Initial Training—The federal Renovation Repair & Painting Rule (RRP) requires that anyone who is paid to perform work that disturbs paint in housing and child occupied facilities built before 1978 be trained and certified as a renovator....

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EPA Certified RRP Refresher Training
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EPA Certified RRP Refresher Training

Friday, July 28, 2017

5 years after taking the RRP Initial class, an EPA certified renovator must successfully complete an EPA RRP Refresher course to continue working. RRP Refresher classes are 4 hours. There is no cost to attend but pre-registration is required.

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Harvest Timing and Processing
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Harvest Timing and Processing

Thursday, August 3, 2017

Questions? Contact Tove Ford at 518 765-3518 or Lily Calderwood at lbc75@cornell.edu.

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TOMATOES 101
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TOMATOES 101

Wednesday, August 16, 2017

Can tomatoes safely using a boiling water bath canner. Learn how to can whole and diced tomatoes. Make a delicious salsa and take a jar home.

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Beginning Fermentation
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Beginning Fermentation

Tuesday, August 22, 2017

Learn how to safely ferment raw vegetables for refrigerator storage and sample sauerkraut.Requires pre-registration--CDPHP members may register online or by calling the wellness line at 518-641-4800 or toll free at 1-877-986-2373.

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Master Food Preservation Workshop - CapitalDistrict
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Master Food Preservation Workshop - CapitalDistrict

Tuesday, September 12, 2017

Become a Master Food Preserver!This three-day training program includes the scientific basis of home food preservation.You will get hands-on experience in boiling water bath and pressure canning, making jams and jellies, pickling and fermentation.There will be demonstrations in freezing and dr...

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Master Food Preservation Workshop - CapitalDistrict
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Master Food Preservation Workshop - CapitalDistrict

Wednesday, September 13, 2017

Become a Master Food Preserver!This three-day training program includes the scientific basis of home food preservation.You will get hands-on experience in boiling water bath and pressure canning, making jams and jellies, pickling and fermentation.There will be demonstrations in freezing and dr...

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Master Food Preservation Workshop - CapitalDistrict
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Master Food Preservation Workshop - CapitalDistrict

Thursday, September 14, 2017

Become a Master Food Preserver!This three-day training program includes the scientific basis of home food preservation.You will get hands-on experience in boiling water bath and pressure canning, making jams and jellies, pickling and fermentation.There will be demonstrations in freezing and dr...

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