2024 Master Gardener Core Training Class Tuesday, April 2, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Are you interested in becoming a Master Gardener Volunteer? Our next class will start on Tuesday, March 5, 2024!Please complete the Master Gardener application online: HERE , print and mail, or stop by the office for a paper application.Classes will take place in-person in Ellicottville, NY. Zoom option is available. Classes will take place every-other Tuesday evening 6:00pm-8:00pm starting Tuesday March 5, 2024- Tuesday, June 11, 2024.Graduation will take place on Saturday, June 15, 2024 8:30am-noon.You must reside in Cattaraugus or Chautauqua County. Tuition is $125.00.What is the Master Gardener Program?The Master Gardener Program is a national program of trained volunteers who work in partnership with their county Cooperative Extension office to expand educational outreach throughout the community by providing home gardeners with research-based information. The first Master Gardener program was started in Washington state in 1972. Forty-six states now have Master Gardener programs.Here in Chautauqua County, this program is part of our community horticulture outreach activity, with volunteers educating home gardeners, youth in schools and after school programs, community gardeners, and consumers of horticulture products. Neighbors teach neighbors about landscape, fruit, vegetables, herbs, beneficial and harmful insects, plant diseases, integrated pest management, wildlife, soils, composting and much more. Master Gardener Volunteers:1. Have successfully completed the required Master Gardener Volunteer Training Program and remain current through participation in recommended training opportunities throughout the agreed term of volunteer service.2. Serve as a horticultural resource to the community.3. Represent Cornell Cooperative Extension, and provide support for the organization.The Training Program:Includes a core course in gardening, as well as refresher classes, field trips and workshops to enhance expertise and ability to communicate information related to ecological gardening and related topics to the public. Their will be a fee for the course.Each Master Gardener Volunteer is expected to maintain 35 hours of volunteer time, which can be completed through community gardening efforts, educational presentations, fundraising for the Master Gardener Program, professional development meetings, and other gardening projects.Benefits of Being a Master Gardener Volunteer: Satisfaction of serving your communityInteraction with others in your community with similar interests in gardening and community serviceA deeper understanding of the science behind gardening 125.00 Shannon Rinow, smr336@cornell.edu, 716-664-9502 ext 224 ========================================= 4-H Market Poultry Meeting Wednesday, April 10, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Carnahan Center at Jamestown Community College, 525 Falconer Street , Jamestown, NY 14701 Meeting Attendance RequirementsEach member must attend 2 of the 4 Informational Market Poultry Project MeetingsImportant Forms and Documents2024 Market Poultry Handbook Market Poultry Record EnvelopeMarket Poultry Show InformationBarn Set Up June 15, 2024 at 3:00pmMarket Poultry Show June 16, 2024 at 2:00pmMarket Poultry Memo ========================================= 4-H Goat Project Saturday, April 13, 2024 9:00 am - 12:30 pm @JCC Carnahan Center 525 Falconer Street PO Box 20, Jamestown, New York 14702 Meeting Attendance RequirementsYouth must attend four meetings to complete the project. Cloverbuds are encouraged to attend as many meetings as they would like but have no requirement.Important Forms 2022-2023 4-H Goat Handbook Goat Project Member Sign Up 2022-2023 Market Goat Breeder Form Lease FormOther Important Meeting DatesApril 2023 - Fundraiser more info TBAWednesday, May 3rd, 2023 - Market Goat Weigh-In at Fairgrounds 5:30pm-6:30pmSaturday, May 13th, 2023 - Super Goat Saturday 10:00am location TBAJune 24th, 2023 Barn Setup at Fairgrounds more info TBARecordsAngora Records Coming Soon Dairy Goat Records (Microsoft Excel File)Harness Goat Records (Microsoft Excel File)Market Goat Records (Microsoft Excel File)Meat Goat Breeding Record (Microsoft Excel File)Pack Goat Records (Microsoft Excel File)Pack Goat Project Book(Microsoft Excel File)Beginner Pygmy Goat Records (Microsoft Excel File)Intermediate Pygmy Goat Records (Microsoft Excel File)Advanced Pygmy Records (Microsoft Excel File) ========================================= 2024 Master Gardener Core Training Class Tuesday, April 16, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Are you interested in becoming a Master Gardener Volunteer? Our next class will start on Tuesday, March 5, 2024!Please complete the Master Gardener application online: HERE , print and mail, or stop by the office for a paper application.Classes will take place in-person in Ellicottville, NY. Zoom option is available. Classes will take place every-other Tuesday evening 6:00pm-8:00pm starting Tuesday March 5, 2024- Tuesday, June 11, 2024.Graduation will take place on Saturday, June 15, 2024 8:30am-noon.You must reside in Cattaraugus or Chautauqua County. Tuition is $125.00.What is the Master Gardener Program?The Master Gardener Program is a national program of trained volunteers who work in partnership with their county Cooperative Extension office to expand educational outreach throughout the community by providing home gardeners with research-based information. The first Master Gardener program was started in Washington state in 1972. Forty-six states now have Master Gardener programs.Here in Chautauqua County, this program is part of our community horticulture outreach activity, with volunteers educating home gardeners, youth in schools and after school programs, community gardeners, and consumers of horticulture products. Neighbors teach neighbors about landscape, fruit, vegetables, herbs, beneficial and harmful insects, plant diseases, integrated pest management, wildlife, soils, composting and much more. Master Gardener Volunteers:1. Have successfully completed the required Master Gardener Volunteer Training Program and remain current through participation in recommended training opportunities throughout the agreed term of volunteer service.2. Serve as a horticultural resource to the community.3. Represent Cornell Cooperative Extension, and provide support for the organization.The Training Program:Includes a core course in gardening, as well as refresher classes, field trips and workshops to enhance expertise and ability to communicate information related to ecological gardening and related topics to the public. Their will be a fee for the course.Each Master Gardener Volunteer is expected to maintain 35 hours of volunteer time, which can be completed through community gardening efforts, educational presentations, fundraising for the Master Gardener Program, professional development meetings, and other gardening projects.Benefits of Being a Master Gardener Volunteer: Satisfaction of serving your communityInteraction with others in your community with similar interests in gardening and community serviceA deeper understanding of the science behind gardening 125.00 Shannon Rinow, smr336@cornell.edu, 716-664-9502 ext 224 ========================================= 4-H Dog Project Sunday, April 21, 2024 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm Carnahan Center at Jamestown Community College, 525 Falconer Street , Jamestown, NY 14701 Meeting RequirementsAll dog participants must obtain 1 credit from County Educational Sessions. This translates to two meetings. Reference page 7 of the Chautauqua County 4-H Dog Project Handbook for more information. Record Book Information Project Handbook Dog Show Book  Member Registration Form Application for Dog Show Number Show DatesSunday, June TBD—10:00 AMAM—Obedience—Grooming & HandlingPM—Agility—Rally ObedienceSunday, June TBD—10:00 AMAM—Agility—Rally ObediencePM—Obedience—Grooming & HandlingTBD—5:30 PMObedience—Grooming & HandlingTBD—5:30 PMAgility—Rally ObedienceOther Important Dates:Sunday, April 23rd—SUPER DOG SUNDAY– 10:00 AM—4:00 PM—Location TBDSaturday, August TBD—State Fair, Syracuse—9:00 AM ========================================= Master Gardener Lunch & Learn: Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Tuesday, April 23, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm @JCC Carnahan Center 525 Falconer Street PO Box 20, Jamestown, New York 14702 Are you looking for options to get rid of pests in your garden without using pesticides? Join CCE-Master Gardeners and learn aboutIntegrated Pest Management (IPM) is an effective and environmentally sensitive approach to pest management that relies on a combination of common-sense practices.Join In-person or via zoom!Join Zoom Meeting https://cornell.zoom.us/j/99671905215?pwd=RmhpK25LaEkvRjFrbU9KTjhEY3ZOdz09Meeting ID: 996 7190 5215 Passcode: 065754  0.00 Shannon Rinow, smr336@cornell.edu, 716-664-9502 ext 224 Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6PyN5urKqX7NHYq ========================================= 2024 Master Gardener Core Training Class Tuesday, April 30, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Are you interested in becoming a Master Gardener Volunteer? Our next class will start on Tuesday, March 5, 2024!Please complete the Master Gardener application online: HERE , print and mail, or stop by the office for a paper application.Classes will take place in-person in Ellicottville, NY. Zoom option is available. Classes will take place every-other Tuesday evening 6:00pm-8:00pm starting Tuesday March 5, 2024- Tuesday, June 11, 2024.Graduation will take place on Saturday, June 15, 2024 8:30am-noon.You must reside in Cattaraugus or Chautauqua County. Tuition is $125.00.What is the Master Gardener Program?The Master Gardener Program is a national program of trained volunteers who work in partnership with their county Cooperative Extension office to expand educational outreach throughout the community by providing home gardeners with research-based information. The first Master Gardener program was started in Washington state in 1972. Forty-six states now have Master Gardener programs.Here in Chautauqua County, this program is part of our community horticulture outreach activity, with volunteers educating home gardeners, youth in schools and after school programs, community gardeners, and consumers of horticulture products. Neighbors teach neighbors about landscape, fruit, vegetables, herbs, beneficial and harmful insects, plant diseases, integrated pest management, wildlife, soils, composting and much more. Master Gardener Volunteers:1. Have successfully completed the required Master Gardener Volunteer Training Program and remain current through participation in recommended training opportunities throughout the agreed term of volunteer service.2. Serve as a horticultural resource to the community.3. Represent Cornell Cooperative Extension, and provide support for the organization.The Training Program:Includes a core course in gardening, as well as refresher classes, field trips and workshops to enhance expertise and ability to communicate information related to ecological gardening and related topics to the public. Their will be a fee for the course.Each Master Gardener Volunteer is expected to maintain 35 hours of volunteer time, which can be completed through community gardening efforts, educational presentations, fundraising for the Master Gardener Program, professional development meetings, and other gardening projects.Benefits of Being a Master Gardener Volunteer: Satisfaction of serving your communityInteraction with others in your community with similar interests in gardening and community serviceA deeper understanding of the science behind gardening 125.00 Shannon Rinow, smr336@cornell.edu, 716-664-9502 ext 224 ========================================= 4-H Goat Project Wednesday, May 1, 2024 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm @JCC Carnahan Center 525 Falconer Street PO Box 20, Jamestown, New York 14702 Meeting Attendance RequirementsYouth must attend four meetings to complete the project. Cloverbuds are encouraged to attend as many meetings as they would like but have no requirement.Important Forms 2022-2023 4-H Goat Handbook Goat Project Member Sign Up 2022-2023 Market Goat Breeder Form Lease FormOther Important Meeting DatesApril 2023 - Fundraiser more info TBAWednesday, May 3rd, 2023 - Market Goat Weigh-In at Fairgrounds 5:30pm-6:30pmSaturday, May 13th, 2023 - Super Goat Saturday 10:00am location TBAJune 24th, 2023 Barn Setup at Fairgrounds more info TBARecordsAngora Records Coming Soon Dairy Goat Records (Microsoft Excel File)Harness Goat Records (Microsoft Excel File)Market Goat Records (Microsoft Excel File)Meat Goat Breeding Record (Microsoft Excel File)Pack Goat Records (Microsoft Excel File)Pack Goat Project Book(Microsoft Excel File)Beginner Pygmy Goat Records (Microsoft Excel File)Intermediate Pygmy Goat Records (Microsoft Excel File)Advanced Pygmy Records (Microsoft Excel File) ========================================= 2024 Gardening Symposium Saturday, May 4, 2024 9:00 am - 3:00 pm @JCC Carnahan Center 525 Falconer Street PO Box 20, Jamestown, New York 14702 Sponsored by Chautauqua County Master GardenersSaturday, May 4, 2024 9:00am-3:00pmFor new and seasoned gardeners alike! Keynote Speakers include: Betsy Burgeson and Andrew Johnson. Presentations by The BioDome Project and Master Gardeners on growing mushrooms, vegetable gardening, composting, and so much more!Admission $30Master Gardener (any county) $20Add Optional Lunch: $11.00Held at Jamestown Community CollegeCarnahan Jackson Building241 James St., Jamestown NY 14701 General Admission $30.00/ Master Gardener Volunteer $20.00 Shannon Rinow, smr336@cornell.edu, 716-664-9502 ext 224 Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bw5oAQNx5OJcqZU ========================================= Master Gardener Lunch & Learn: Gardening in a Warming World Tuesday, May 7, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm @JCC Carnahan Center 525 Falconer Street PO Box 20, Jamestown, New York 14702 Did you know that most of the country is now a new growing zone? The USDA updated their zone map, and we are in a warming trend. Join our CCE-Master gardener, Pat Martonis to learn how this change can contribute to new weed and pest pressures, and how to plan ahead.Join virtual or in-person! 0.00 Shannon Rinow, smr336@cornell.edu, 716-664-9502 ext 224 Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6PyN5urKqX7NHYq ========================================= 2024 Master Gardener Core Training Class Tuesday, May 14, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Are you interested in becoming a Master Gardener Volunteer? Our next class will start on Tuesday, March 5, 2024!Please complete the Master Gardener application online: HERE , print and mail, or stop by the office for a paper application.Classes will take place in-person in Ellicottville, NY. Zoom option is available. Classes will take place every-other Tuesday evening 6:00pm-8:00pm starting Tuesday March 5, 2024- Tuesday, June 11, 2024.Graduation will take place on Saturday, June 15, 2024 8:30am-noon.You must reside in Cattaraugus or Chautauqua County. Tuition is $125.00.What is the Master Gardener Program?The Master Gardener Program is a national program of trained volunteers who work in partnership with their county Cooperative Extension office to expand educational outreach throughout the community by providing home gardeners with research-based information. The first Master Gardener program was started in Washington state in 1972. Forty-six states now have Master Gardener programs.Here in Chautauqua County, this program is part of our community horticulture outreach activity, with volunteers educating home gardeners, youth in schools and after school programs, community gardeners, and consumers of horticulture products. Neighbors teach neighbors about landscape, fruit, vegetables, herbs, beneficial and harmful insects, plant diseases, integrated pest management, wildlife, soils, composting and much more. Master Gardener Volunteers:1. Have successfully completed the required Master Gardener Volunteer Training Program and remain current through participation in recommended training opportunities throughout the agreed term of volunteer service.2. Serve as a horticultural resource to the community.3. Represent Cornell Cooperative Extension, and provide support for the organization.The Training Program:Includes a core course in gardening, as well as refresher classes, field trips and workshops to enhance expertise and ability to communicate information related to ecological gardening and related topics to the public. Their will be a fee for the course.Each Master Gardener Volunteer is expected to maintain 35 hours of volunteer time, which can be completed through community gardening efforts, educational presentations, fundraising for the Master Gardener Program, professional development meetings, and other gardening projects.Benefits of Being a Master Gardener Volunteer: Satisfaction of serving your communityInteraction with others in your community with similar interests in gardening and community serviceA deeper understanding of the science behind gardening 125.00 Shannon Rinow, smr336@cornell.edu, 716-664-9502 ext 224 ========================================= 4-H Dog Project Wednesday, May 15, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Carnahan Center at Jamestown Community College, 525 Falconer Street , Jamestown, NY 14701 Meeting RequirementsAll dog participants must obtain 1 credit from County Educational Sessions. This translates to two meetings. Reference page 7 of the Chautauqua County 4-H Dog Project Handbook for more information. Record Book Information Project Handbook Dog Show Book  Member Registration Form Application for Dog Show Number Show DatesSunday, June TBD—10:00 AMAM—Obedience—Grooming & HandlingPM—Agility—Rally ObedienceSunday, June TBD—10:00 AMAM—Agility—Rally ObediencePM—Obedience—Grooming & HandlingTBD—5:30 PMObedience—Grooming & HandlingTBD—5:30 PMAgility—Rally ObedienceOther Important Dates:Sunday, April 23rd—SUPER DOG SUNDAY– 10:00 AM—4:00 PM—Location TBDSaturday, August TBD—State Fair, Syracuse—9:00 AM ========================================= Master Gardener Annual Plant Sale Saturday, May 18, 2024 10:00 am - 1:00 pm @JCC Carnahan Center 525 Falconer Street PO Box 20, Jamestown, New York 14702 The Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua County (CCE Chautauqua) Master Gardener Program will hold their Annual Plant Sale, Saturday, May 18, 2024 from 10:00am to 1:00pm at Jamestown Community College- Jamestown Campus. Use GPS friendly address of 241 James Ave. Jamestown, NY.The CCE Chautauqua Master Gardener Annual Plant Sale is a perfect opportunity to buy great plants at great prices. The sale includes a choice selection of sun and shade perennials, natives, herbs, annuals, shrubs, and vegetables from the gardens of CCE Chautauqua Master Gardener volunteers, as well as plants donated from area horticultural businesses: annuals, hanging baskets, and houseplants. CCE Chautauqua Master Gardener volunteers will be available throughout the sale to share education on selecting and growing plants. Soil pH testing will be available for free.For more information, contact the CCE Chautauqua Master Gardener Program at 716-664-9502 x 224 or chautauquamg@cornell.edu.  free Shannon Rinow, smr336@cornell.edu, 716-664-9502 ext 224 ========================================= 2024 Master Gardener Core Training Class Tuesday, May 21, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Are you interested in becoming a Master Gardener Volunteer? Our next class will start on Tuesday, March 5, 2024!Please complete the Master Gardener application online: HERE , print and mail, or stop by the office for a paper application.Classes will take place in-person in Ellicottville, NY. Zoom option is available. Classes will take place every-other Tuesday evening 6:00pm-8:00pm starting Tuesday March 5, 2024- Tuesday, June 11, 2024.Graduation will take place on Saturday, June 15, 2024 8:30am-noon.You must reside in Cattaraugus or Chautauqua County. Tuition is $125.00.What is the Master Gardener Program?The Master Gardener Program is a national program of trained volunteers who work in partnership with their county Cooperative Extension office to expand educational outreach throughout the community by providing home gardeners with research-based information. The first Master Gardener program was started in Washington state in 1972. Forty-six states now have Master Gardener programs.Here in Chautauqua County, this program is part of our community horticulture outreach activity, with volunteers educating home gardeners, youth in schools and after school programs, community gardeners, and consumers of horticulture products. Neighbors teach neighbors about landscape, fruit, vegetables, herbs, beneficial and harmful insects, plant diseases, integrated pest management, wildlife, soils, composting and much more. Master Gardener Volunteers:1. Have successfully completed the required Master Gardener Volunteer Training Program and remain current through participation in recommended training opportunities throughout the agreed term of volunteer service.2. Serve as a horticultural resource to the community.3. Represent Cornell Cooperative Extension, and provide support for the organization.The Training Program:Includes a core course in gardening, as well as refresher classes, field trips and workshops to enhance expertise and ability to communicate information related to ecological gardening and related topics to the public. Their will be a fee for the course.Each Master Gardener Volunteer is expected to maintain 35 hours of volunteer time, which can be completed through community gardening efforts, educational presentations, fundraising for the Master Gardener Program, professional development meetings, and other gardening projects.Benefits of Being a Master Gardener Volunteer: Satisfaction of serving your communityInteraction with others in your community with similar interests in gardening and community serviceA deeper understanding of the science behind gardening 125.00 Shannon Rinow, smr336@cornell.edu, 716-664-9502 ext 224 ========================================= Master Gardener Lunch & Learn: Youth Development: School & Home Teaching Gardens Tuesday, May 28, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm @JCC Carnahan Center 525 Falconer Street PO Box 20, Jamestown, New York 14702 There are so many benefits to gardening. Join 4H and CCE- Master Gardeners as they dive into gardening with youth. Emotionally, gardening reduces stress while cognitively it improves attention and memory. There are many sensorial lessons that are found throughout the garden; including color recognition, fragrance identification, and learning how fresh food tastes.Join in-person or via zoom! 0.00 Shannon Rinow, smr336@cornell.edu, 716-664-9502 ext 224 Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6PyN5urKqX7NHYq ========================================= 2024 Master Gardener Core Training Class Tuesday, June 4, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Are you interested in becoming a Master Gardener Volunteer? Our next class will start on Tuesday, March 5, 2024!Please complete the Master Gardener application online: HERE , print and mail, or stop by the office for a paper application.Classes will take place in-person in Ellicottville, NY. Zoom option is available. Classes will take place every-other Tuesday evening 6:00pm-8:00pm starting Tuesday March 5, 2024- Tuesday, June 11, 2024.Graduation will take place on Saturday, June 15, 2024 8:30am-noon.You must reside in Cattaraugus or Chautauqua County. Tuition is $125.00.What is the Master Gardener Program?The Master Gardener Program is a national program of trained volunteers who work in partnership with their county Cooperative Extension office to expand educational outreach throughout the community by providing home gardeners with research-based information. The first Master Gardener program was started in Washington state in 1972. Forty-six states now have Master Gardener programs.Here in Chautauqua County, this program is part of our community horticulture outreach activity, with volunteers educating home gardeners, youth in schools and after school programs, community gardeners, and consumers of horticulture products. Neighbors teach neighbors about landscape, fruit, vegetables, herbs, beneficial and harmful insects, plant diseases, integrated pest management, wildlife, soils, composting and much more. Master Gardener Volunteers:1. Have successfully completed the required Master Gardener Volunteer Training Program and remain current through participation in recommended training opportunities throughout the agreed term of volunteer service.2. Serve as a horticultural resource to the community.3. Represent Cornell Cooperative Extension, and provide support for the organization.The Training Program:Includes a core course in gardening, as well as refresher classes, field trips and workshops to enhance expertise and ability to communicate information related to ecological gardening and related topics to the public. Their will be a fee for the course.Each Master Gardener Volunteer is expected to maintain 35 hours of volunteer time, which can be completed through community gardening efforts, educational presentations, fundraising for the Master Gardener Program, professional development meetings, and other gardening projects.Benefits of Being a Master Gardener Volunteer: Satisfaction of serving your communityInteraction with others in your community with similar interests in gardening and community serviceA deeper understanding of the science behind gardening 125.00 Shannon Rinow, smr336@cornell.edu, 716-664-9502 ext 224 ========================================= 4-H Goat Project Tuesday, June 4, 2024 6:45 pm - 8:30 pm @JCC Carnahan Center 525 Falconer Street PO Box 20, Jamestown, New York 14702 Meeting Attendance RequirementsYouth must attend four meetings to complete the project. Cloverbuds are encouraged to attend as many meetings as they would like but have no requirement.Important Forms 2022-2023 4-H Goat Handbook Goat Project Member Sign Up 2022-2023 Market Goat Breeder Form Lease FormOther Important Meeting DatesApril 2023 - Fundraiser more info TBAWednesday, May 3rd, 2023 - Market Goat Weigh-In at Fairgrounds 5:30pm-6:30pmSaturday, May 13th, 2023 - Super Goat Saturday 10:00am location TBAJune 24th, 2023 Barn Setup at Fairgrounds more info TBARecordsAngora Records Coming Soon Dairy Goat Records (Microsoft Excel File)Harness Goat Records (Microsoft Excel File)Market Goat Records (Microsoft Excel File)Meat Goat Breeding Record (Microsoft Excel File)Pack Goat Records (Microsoft Excel File)Pack Goat Project Book(Microsoft Excel File)Beginner Pygmy Goat Records (Microsoft Excel File)Intermediate Pygmy Goat Records (Microsoft Excel File)Advanced Pygmy Records (Microsoft Excel File) ========================================= Master Gardener Lunch & Learn: Intro to Cut Flower Growing & Arranging Tuesday, June 11, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm @JCC Carnahan Center 525 Falconer Street PO Box 20, Jamestown, New York 14702 Join CCE Master Gardener Coordinator, Shannon Rinow along with Master Gardener volunteer Colleen Brentley as we talk all about cut flowers from seed to bloom at this quick into lunch & learn. Learn about cut flower varieties, common pest issues and how to grow your own cut flower garden! We will also give some tips on flower arranging. Join in-person or via Zoom! 0.00 Shannon Rinow, smr336@cornell.edu, 716-664-9502 ext 224 ========================================= 2024 Master Gardener Core Training Class Saturday, June 15, 2024 8:30 am - 12:00 pm Online Event Are you interested in becoming a Master Gardener Volunteer? Our next class will start on Tuesday, March 5, 2024!Please complete the Master Gardener application online: HERE , print and mail, or stop by the office for a paper application.Classes will take place in-person in Ellicottville, NY. Zoom option is available. Classes will take place every-other Tuesday evening 6:00pm-8:00pm starting Tuesday March 5, 2024- Tuesday, June 11, 2024.Graduation will take place on Saturday, June 15, 2024 8:30am-noon.You must reside in Cattaraugus or Chautauqua County. Tuition is $125.00.What is the Master Gardener Program?The Master Gardener Program is a national program of trained volunteers who work in partnership with their county Cooperative Extension office to expand educational outreach throughout the community by providing home gardeners with research-based information. The first Master Gardener program was started in Washington state in 1972. Forty-six states now have Master Gardener programs.Here in Chautauqua County, this program is part of our community horticulture outreach activity, with volunteers educating home gardeners, youth in schools and after school programs, community gardeners, and consumers of horticulture products. Neighbors teach neighbors about landscape, fruit, vegetables, herbs, beneficial and harmful insects, plant diseases, integrated pest management, wildlife, soils, composting and much more. Master Gardener Volunteers:1. Have successfully completed the required Master Gardener Volunteer Training Program and remain current through participation in recommended training opportunities throughout the agreed term of volunteer service.2. Serve as a horticultural resource to the community.3. Represent Cornell Cooperative Extension, and provide support for the organization.The Training Program:Includes a core course in gardening, as well as refresher classes, field trips and workshops to enhance expertise and ability to communicate information related to ecological gardening and related topics to the public. Their will be a fee for the course.Each Master Gardener Volunteer is expected to maintain 35 hours of volunteer time, which can be completed through community gardening efforts, educational presentations, fundraising for the Master Gardener Program, professional development meetings, and other gardening projects.Benefits of Being a Master Gardener Volunteer: Satisfaction of serving your communityInteraction with others in your community with similar interests in gardening and community serviceA deeper understanding of the science behind gardening 125.00 Shannon Rinow, smr336@cornell.edu, 716-664-9502 ext 224 ========================================= 4-H Goat Project Saturday, June 29, 2024 10:00 am - 3:00 pm @JCC Carnahan Center 525 Falconer Street PO Box 20, Jamestown, New York 14702 Meeting Attendance RequirementsYouth must attend four meetings to complete the project. Cloverbuds are encouraged to attend as many meetings as they would like but have no requirement.Important Forms 2022-2023 4-H Goat Handbook Goat Project Member Sign Up 2022-2023 Market Goat Breeder Form Lease FormOther Important Meeting DatesApril 2023 - Fundraiser more info TBAWednesday, May 3rd, 2023 - Market Goat Weigh-In at Fairgrounds 5:30pm-6:30pmSaturday, May 13th, 2023 - Super Goat Saturday 10:00am location TBAJune 24th, 2023 Barn Setup at Fairgrounds more info TBARecordsAngora Records Coming Soon Dairy Goat Records (Microsoft Excel File)Harness Goat Records (Microsoft Excel File)Market Goat Records (Microsoft Excel File)Meat Goat Breeding Record (Microsoft Excel File)Pack Goat Records (Microsoft Excel File)Pack Goat Project Book(Microsoft Excel File)Beginner Pygmy Goat Records (Microsoft Excel File)Intermediate Pygmy Goat Records (Microsoft Excel File)Advanced Pygmy Records (Microsoft Excel File) ========================================= 4-H Dog Project Saturday, July 20, 2024 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Carnahan Center at Jamestown Community College, 525 Falconer Street , Jamestown, NY 14701 Meeting RequirementsAll dog participants must obtain 1 credit from County Educational Sessions. This translates to two meetings. Reference page 7 of the Chautauqua County 4-H Dog Project Handbook for more information. Record Book Information Project Handbook Dog Show Book  Member Registration Form Application for Dog Show Number Show DatesSunday, June TBD—10:00 AMAM—Obedience—Grooming & HandlingPM—Agility—Rally ObedienceSunday, June TBD—10:00 AMAM—Agility—Rally ObediencePM—Obedience—Grooming & HandlingTBD—5:30 PMObedience—Grooming & HandlingTBD—5:30 PMAgility—Rally ObedienceOther Important Dates:Sunday, April 23rd—SUPER DOG SUNDAY– 10:00 AM—4:00 PM—Location TBDSaturday, August TBD—State Fair, Syracuse—9:00 AM ========================================= 4-H Market Poultry Meeting Monday, September 9, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Carnahan Center at Jamestown Community College, 525 Falconer Street , Jamestown, NY 14701 Meeting Attendance RequirementsEach member must attend 2 of the 4 Informational Market Poultry Project MeetingsImportant Forms and Documents2024 Market Poultry Handbook Market Poultry Record EnvelopeMarket Poultry Show InformationBarn Set Up June 15, 2024 at 3:00pmMarket Poultry Show June 16, 2024 at 2:00pmMarket Poultry Memo ========================================= 4-H Dog Project Wednesday, September 11, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Carnahan Center at Jamestown Community College, 525 Falconer Street , Jamestown, NY 14701 Meeting RequirementsAll dog participants must obtain 1 credit from County Educational Sessions. This translates to two meetings. Reference page 7 of the Chautauqua County 4-H Dog Project Handbook for more information. Record Book Information Project Handbook Dog Show Book  Member Registration Form Application for Dog Show Number Show DatesSunday, June TBD—10:00 AMAM—Obedience—Grooming & HandlingPM—Agility—Rally ObedienceSunday, June TBD—10:00 AMAM—Agility—Rally ObediencePM—Obedience—Grooming & HandlingTBD—5:30 PMObedience—Grooming & HandlingTBD—5:30 PMAgility—Rally ObedienceOther Important Dates:Sunday, April 23rd—SUPER DOG SUNDAY– 10:00 AM—4:00 PM—Location TBDSaturday, August TBD—State Fair, Syracuse—9:00 AM =========================================