Events

Board meetings are generally the third Wednesday of each month at 1:00 PM. Board meetings are typically held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County office at 203 N. Hamilton St. Watertown. We do not have a meeting scheduled during April, August, or October. For more information...

Interested in starting or expanding into agritourism or U-Pick businesses? Join us at Cross Island Farms to experience and explore one of the most unique and engaging farms in the area! Dani and David Baker will share their experience operating a highly diversified organic farm, the process of...

Join us for free lectures from local beekeepers as we discuss seasonal responsibilities and have other various discussions on beekeeping in the North Country. Local beekeeper Ron Lauff will be holding the discussion, as well as other local guest beekeepers. Open to anyone interested in beekeeping...

Join us for the Fruit and Vegetable Prescription Program (FVRx), a 6-week program held on Wednesdays from July 1st - August 5th! Participants will learn the ABCs of healthy eating and how to fit more fruits and veggies into their eating habits. After every class, participants will receive $25 in...

Join Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County for our first annual fundraiser, held at 4-H Camp Wabasso! This year’s event will support 4-H Camp Wabasso. The fundraiser theme is Adventure Awaits and will feature an in-person auction taking place on Saturday, October 17th from 2:00 PM – 4:00...

Stop in to learn about CCE Jefferson’s job openings! Get your questions answered and see what working at CCE Jefferson is all about. If you find a position that’s a good fit, we will help you complete and submit your application during your visit. Whether you’re actively job searching or just...

Join us on July 18 at 2:00 PM during the Jefferson County Fair for the 4-H Livestock Sale. Support local 4-H youth by purchasing quality, locally raised livestock. Individuals, families, and businesses are all welcome to participate. Animals will be sold live during the event, and free trucking from...

Join us on a pasture walk to explore ways to increase soil health, biodiversity, and increase forage quality for livestock at Lake Effect Farms. Topics will include interceding, no-till drilling, sustainable land management, and more! Fee: Free Location: Watertown NY (specific program address will...

**Registration for this class is now full, to be placed on the waitlist follow the registration link** Join us for a workshop exploring how to make whipped honey. We will discuss the science of crystallization and put knowledge to the test by making your own whipped honey. Perfect for beekeepers...

Game of Logging is the original premier chainsaw safety and productivity training program in the country, offering hands on chainsaw safety training in a competitive environment. This course is ideal for loggers, foresters, forest landowners, maple producers and more! Cost: $100 - Includes lodging &...