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Volume LXXXXVI, No. 2 Liberty, NY -:- February, 2015 (USPS) 525 - 100
Cornell University Cooperative Extension
Sullivan County’s Mission Statement
Cornell Cooperative Extension puts knowledge to work in pur-
suit of economic vitality, ecological sustainability, and social
well-being. We bring local experience and research based solu-
tions together, helping Sullivan County families and communi-
ties thrive in our rapidly changing world.
Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County’s
Vision Statement
Cornell Cooperative Extension will be a gateway to knowledge,
life skills, and experiences for better living. We will bring to-
gether and partner with government, business, and community
based groups to serve all residents and visitors of Sullivan
County. CCE will continue to evolve to meet the changing
needs of the county and its diverse population by employing the
latest technology, research based education, and highly trained
professional staff.
Kitty Vetter,
Sullivan County
Legislative
Representative and
supporter of
CCESC at the
Centennial Gala in
November
CCE Sullivan Core Values: Education, Collaboration,
Accountability, Responsiveness, Inclusiveness.
CCE Sullivan on the Ground: CCE delivers high quality,
researched-based educational programing throughout the
year at the Gerald J. Skoda Extension Education Center in
Liberty, New York and in the Sullivan County community.
Education is delivered through printed materials, work-
shops, classes, presentations, demonstrations, visits by
world class researchers, special tours and visits, and
through local media.
A 100 year old grassroots organization, we are charged
with involving the local community and listening to the
needs of the people. Our board of directors is elected by,
and responsible to, the people of Sullivan County. Standing
and special program committees report to our board and
assist CCE in identifying needs in the community and prior-
itizing programming that is within our mission to address.
Board and program committee members are individuals
with varied expertise and interest. Our professional staff
consult with them to develop and deliver programs.
Congressman Chris Gibson stopped by last spring and toured
the facilities including the newly constructed greenhouse, a
project collaboration with Sullivan Renaissance and Sullivan
BOCES.
Page 2 Extension Connection—Annual Summary February, 2015
The Extension Connection Edited by: Nicole Slevin
Layout & Design by: Tracey Argent
Produced at Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County
2014 Board of Directors
Joan Howard……..…...…..…………………..………..President
Earl Myers……………….………………….........Vice President
Glenn Pontier……………………………...…………...Secretary
Donna Willi..………………………….…….…………Treasurer
Dawn Boyes
Christopher Gozza
Sonja Hedlund
Steve Mogel
Edward Moran
Louisa Parker
Pamela Rourke
Mike Sakell
Pete Tweed
Janet Threshman
Staff
Colleen Monaghan...……………..…………...Executive Director
Melinda Meddaugh……..Ag & Natural Resources Issue Leader,
SC Planning Liaison
Sean Welsh……………….…Youth & Family Team Coordinator
Michelle Lipari………………....Ag & 4-H Community Educator
Susan Dollard………………...Community Horticulture Educator
Nicole Slevin…………………………Public Affairs Coordinator
Bonnie Lewis…………….....................Dependent Care Educator
SueAnn Boyd………………..…...Sr. Administrative Assistant &
Master Food Preserver
Marylin Jones...…………………….….4-H Community Educator
Tracey Argent…………………Sr. Administrator & HR Manager
Maria Grimaldi……….……………………..Kitchen Coordinator
Tara Van Horn...…………………………..Finance Administrator
John Wilcox…………………….....Building & Grounds Manager
Message from the Board President & Executive Director 3
Economic Impact 4
Fast Facts 5
Testimonials & Statements of Support 6
Program Overview 7
Agriculture & Food Systems 8
Environment & Natural Resources 10
Community & Economic Vitality 12
Nutrition & Healthy Families 14
Youth and Family Development 16
The Extension Connection (USPS-525-100) is published monthly for $25.00 enrollment by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Sullivan County, located at 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, Suite 1,
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REGULAR OFFICE HOURS 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ~ Monday-Friday
Phone (845) 292-6180
Website: www.sullivancce.org
Email: sullivan@cornell.edu
Twitter @ccesullivan
Facebook \ccesullivan
Celebrating 100 Years of CCESC 18
Capital Campaign 19
CCESC Spotlights 20
Enrollment Card
Ways to Contribute 22
Visioning 23
Thank You 24
Supporters and Sponsors 25
Community Supporters 26
Centennial Gala Supporters 26
February, 2015 Extension Connection—Annual Summary Page 3
Joan Howard, President
2014 was a milestone year for Cornell Cooperative Exten-
sion Sullivan County (CCESC). We celebrated a century of
providing service to Sullivan County. As we reflected on the
past ten decades, we learned that each decade brought
changes in the economy, demographics, and technology. In
each decade there were changes in the needs of our farms,
families, and youth. Extension programs and services
evolved to meet the challenges of the day.
During the last decade, CCESC certainly experienced many
challenges. However, due to the consistent commitment of
the Sullivan County community and the resilience of volun-
teers, staff, and all of the stakeholders, 2014 was indeed a
success.
In 2014 our two most important partnerships, Sullivan Coun-
ty Government and Cornell University, have been strength-
ened, significantly enhancing our existing programing and
helping us develop new, innovative programs to serve more
diverse populations.
The 2014 county budget restored funding to the 2012 level
of $415,000 and added to our contract a shared Agriculture
Issue Leader position.
The County Legislature unanimously approved the transfer
of ownership of the Gerald J. Skoda Extension Education
Center building and 22 acres of land from the County to the
Extension Association.
The Centennial Campaign, with the help of Jerry
Skoda and Phil Coombe, has raised funds to start
capital renovations and continue the efforts to
transform our building and grounds into a sus-
tainable learning center.
Two fully endowed scholarships administered by
the association have been awarded to graduating
high school students pursuing careers in agricul-
ture.
The success of our partnerships resulted in in-
creased grant funding and led to other important
collaborations, including our Entrepreneurial and
Teaching (EaT) Kitchen project with the Liberty
Community Development Corporation and Sulli-
van Renaissance, and two high tunnel projects in
partnership with Sullivan BOCES and Sullivan
Renaissance.
During the past year, faculty and researchers from Cornell
have conducted many workshops and provided technical
assistance to our educators and constituents.
Perhaps most importantly, in 2014 CCESC hired a new full-
time Executive Director, Colleen Monaghan. Under Col-
leen’s leadership we will continue to grow, evolve, and serve
Sullivan County as an important part of our community’s
economic, social, and cultural well-being.
Finally, quoting Professor Scott Peters, our 100th annual
meeting speaker, “We must take up the deeply rewarding,
rejuvenating, and inspiring work. We owe the women and
men who come before us the effort. And we owe it to the
coming generations. It is our responsibility to carry forward
into its second century a flexible and dynamic organization
that not only adapts its work to address the challenges of
changing times, but also recommits to a broad, rather than
narrow, purpose adhering to sound and definite ideals, to
long-term objectives, and to procedures determined by such
ideals and objectives”.
Thank you to all who have contributed to Cornell Coopera-
tive Extension Sullivan County. Our continued success de-
pends on the efforts of the people committed to our future.
The staff cooked and served a breakfast made with locally raised or
sourced ingredients in October for the members of the Sullivan County
Chamber of Commerce.
Page 4 Extension Connection—Annual Summary February, 2015
View from Stone Ridge Farm with pond
Employment Value Added
CCESC has 13 staff members (12 FTE).
Nine exempt staff, four non-exempt.
The average wage with direct fringe is a
living wage at $21.66 per hour.
Extension’s employee NYS fringe rate is
55.48% paid by NYS.
Each funded position saves the county $12.01 per hour of work in fringe bene-
fits.
This equates to a total county savings of
$299,943.52.
Grants & Awards Received
Farm to Table in the Classroom – Sullivan West School District
Caregiver Resource Center – Sullivan County Office for the Aging
Eat Smart New York – New York State Office of Temporary Disability
Assistance
EaT Kitchen Support – Sullivan Renaissance
CRISP: Early Detection of Invasive Species – CCE of Columbia and
Greene Counties
Empower New York - Save Energy, Save Dollars – Cornell University
and NYSERDA
Stream & Watershed Education for SC Teachers in the NYC
Watershed – Catskill Watershed Corporation
"Living By The Stream" Watershed Education for NYC Residents
/Part-time Catskill Landowners – Catskill Watershed Corporation
Master Gardener Seminar Series – Sullivan Renaissance
Small is Beautiful - Mini-Grant – Cornell University Department of Horti-
culture
Catskill Edible Garden Project – Catskill Mountainkeeper
Grand Entrance Garden - Category B Grant – Sullivan Renaissance
Grand Entrance Garden - Phase II Grant – Sullivan Renaissance
The Value of Volunteers Cornell Cooperative Extension Volunteers served over
11,000 hours in 2014. At the NYS volunteer rate* of
$26.45 per hour, that amounts to a human investment to
Sullivan County of approximately $303,911!
Volunteer opportunities are a best practice in helping
adults & youth build and maintain essential workforce
development skills!
*2013 rate from the Corporation for
National and Community Service
Environmental & Natural Re-
sources 3%
Fundraising 2%
Allocation of Support
Leveraging County Funding for Impact & Investment Sullivan County appropriated $415,000 to CCESC in 2014, which helped lever-
age another $774,877 in federal and state funding, grants & contracts, program
fees, donations, and fundraising. This represents a $1.87 match for every dollar
in funding provided by Sullivan County. County funding and collaborative part-
nership is essential and necessary to leverage and realize the benefits CCESC has
to offer Sullivan County.
Sources
$10,000 Federal Smith Lever for 2013-2014
$127,848 Federal money for ESNY for 2013-2014
$299,944 in fringe benefits from NYS
$80,321 NYS County Law 224 funds for 2013-2014
$43,000 Combined Federal and State funding for the Caregivers
Resource Center from Sullivan County Office for the Aging
$25,000 Shared Ag Position from Sullivan County Department of Planning &
Environmental Management
$188,764 Grants, Contracts, Class Fees, Donations, Fundraising
Sources of Support
February, 2015 Extension Connection—Annual Summary Page 5
2014 Operating Budget
$1,189,877
# of Donors
249
# of Volunteers
217
Program Areas
Ag & Food Systems
Environment &Natural Resources
Community & Economic Viability
Nutrition & Healthy Families
Youth & Family Development
Enroll for just $25 per
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Extension Connection,
and reduced class
fees!
# of Enrollees
479
CCESC reached
8226 young
people in 2014.
CCESC had 8384 adult
contacts in 2014
CCESC celebrated its Centennial Anniversary
Launched $1 Million
Capital Campaign
Opened 1st shared-use
commercial kitchen in
the region.
Cornell Cooperative
Extension Sullivan
County partnered
with over 80 County,
State, Federal, and
community
organizations
1st Draft of 2015-2020
Strategic Plan released for public
comment
Page 6 Extension Connection—Annual Summary February, 2015
“The Caregivers Practical
Help class series that I at-
tended helped me to have
the confidence to better
take care of my mother. It
helped me learn to give
baths, how to look for any changes in her skin condition, how
to lift her safely, and how to take her vital signs. I learned
how to better communicate with my mom and to notice any
changes in her behavior.” - Loretta, caregiver
“The EaT Kitchen offered
us the perfect opportunity to
launch our new business for
the holiday season!” - K&H
Bakers
"Thank you for the excellent class on
high tunnel/greenhouses. All the infor-
mation on how to calculate yield vs
net profit in the greenhouse is ex-
tremely valuable information to me!"
- Class participant
"I really appreciate
you taking the time
to find out what
could have been
troubling, my cow’s
health. Its helpful to
have such good re-
sources available."
- local farmer
“As a 4-H Leader for
over 33 years I am so
proud that all of my
members have turned out
to be such good citizens,
exhibiting good values
and continued involve-
ment in their communi-
ties.” - Mary, 4-H leader
“This year I was one of the four planning
committee members for 4-H Capital Days.
It was a blast!" "I am very excited to do
everything that I possibly can for my last
year as a 4-H member. Although aging out
will be sad, I'm ready to make the most of
my last year."
"4-H has been the most rewarding and ex-
citing experience of my entire life. I have
made my absolute best friends through my
4-H experiences."- Jessica, 4-H participant
"Another fantastic 4-H year!
My daughter has been able
to get even more involved
with leadership training and
that has made her very hap-
py. Keep up the good
work."
- 4-H parent
“The Master Gardener
program is the best
thing that has hap-
pened to me in the last
10 years. I’m helping
other people and that
helps me.” - Kathy,
Master Gardener Vol-
unteer
“We started
coming to the
workshops and
enjoyed them
so much we
decided to take
the 3 day certi-
fication work-
shop. Since
then we have
attended each
workshop of-
fered and have become MFP volun-
teers who help teach workshops. We
enjoy canning seasonal produce and
sharing with friends and family.”
- Master Food Preserver
February, 2015 Extension Connection—Annual Summary Page 7
Agriculture & Food Systems: Education is directed toward improvement of the food system as a whole from “farm to table”. Programs cover multi-ple aspects of food security such as soil & herd resources and health, field evaluation of crops, reliable production guidelines, economics of produc-tion, and farm management, integrated pest management, healthy produce, fruit and vegetable production and storage, and facilitation of sustainable agriculture and engagement with food system policies work. Education en-courages farmers to grow new crop varieties and employ new production and business practices, through programs for the agricultural sector busi-nesses, and informs consumers about improved food products, encourag-ing adults to serve the foods to children. Farm businesses, horticulturists, and natural resource managers continue producing a stable, safe, and af-fordable food, feed, fiber, and fuel supplies in sustainable ways.
Environment & Natural Resources: Assist communities in sustaining and ob-taining healthy ecosystems for the pleasure and functional viability of youth, fam-ilies, communities, farms, and businesses. Focused on natural conservation and protection and sustainable energy education that work toward long term planning for sustainable energy and proper use of natural resources. Education on natural resources management includes inventory and mapping methods, habitat, biodi-versity, invasive species, alternative land uses, economics of sustainable natural resources, a viable local economy, and a healthy environment critical to protect-ing, enhancing, and sustaining valuable natural resources. Natural resources include forested mountains, aquatic environments from wetlands and marshes to estuaries to lakes, and an accompanying diversity of plant and animal species.
Community & Economic Vitality: Includes community and economic de-velopment processes, sustainability and resiliency, agriculture and food systems development, land use and energy, emergency preparedness, and entrepreneurship and workforce development. Cornell has a commitment to citizens and local officials to build capacity to solve problems and build strong and vibrant communities. Efforts promote community farmland pro-tection initiatives, local foods, entrepreneurship, and public issues educa-tion. Our educational programs support inter-municipal and regional collab-orations, and new public-private partnerships that spur innovative strategies to address complex community development issues.
Nutrition & Healthy Families: Addresses food insecurity and safety through educa-tion on availability of and access to food, certainty of availability and access to food, sufficiency of food, social and cultural acceptability of food, and nutritional quality and safety of food. Work in this program area ties well with our work in agriculture, and youth, families, and communities. Extension programs are designed to 1) con-nect research and practice, 2) result in behavior change, 3) build on the strengths of families and youth, 4) develop strong collaborations resulting in community changes for optimal health promotion and 5) provide policymakers with the knowledge to de-velop appropriate policies to promote healthy lifestyles. The programs are collabora-tive and work directly with key community organizations.
Youth & Family Development: Life skills through 4-H science, tech-nology, engineering, and math (STEM), civic engagement (citizenship), and healthy living. Family emphases on social & eco-nomic wellbeing, quality of home and work environments, elder care practices, programs, and policies affecting the quality of life for chil-dren, youth, elders, and their families. The economic security pro-grams aim to empower low and moderate-income households who are especially vulnerable to financial setbacks by promoting financial literacy skills and effective management behaviors.
*Program Summaries adapted from CCE Statewide Plans of Work
Page 8 Extension Connection—Annual Summary February, 2015
Situation & Priorities Statement*
Agricultural and food industries contribute an estimated $56 million a year to Sullivan County’s economy, plus more than
$700 million in indirect economic impact. Improving production efficiency, and quality and safety of plants and animals in
agricultural, horticultural, and natural resource production systems is fundamental to improving our ability to compete in a
global economy. Managers of Sullivan County’s 382 farms, horticultural operations, and natural resource producers face dy-
namic and complex production environments. Extensive knowledge and skills are needed for identifying, selecting, and
adopting principles and practices that optimize production management and improve profitability and sustainability in accord-
ance with business goals. Technologies such as genetic engineering, satellite imagery and GIS, computer aided management
decision tools are available today and technical assistance providers have similar needs to remain up-to-date and able to pro-
vide appropriate information for each enterprise.
Ultimate Goals of the Program*
Boost Sullivan County agricultural production.
Improve capacity to meet growing food demand.
Foster innovation in fighting hunger by addressing
food insecurity in vulnerable populations.
Assure long-term viability and well being of the agri-
cultural/horticulture industry and rural communities.
Promote economically and environmentally sound
products and practices, and safer and healthier prod-
ucts.
Assist producers, horticulture businesses, and natural
resource managers to optimize production manage-
ment and improve profitability and sustainability in
accordance with their goals.
Increase the use of sustainable practices to result in
improved or protected soil, air and water quality and
production of high quality and safe food and fiber.
Improve soil health and productivity, resulting in in-
creased farm profitability and improved environmen-
tal quality.
2014 Program Offerings & Events
Beginning Farmers’ Roundtable
Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program Webinar
Agri-Business Tax Workshop
Dairy/Ag Day
Hay, Baleage & Forage Quality
Mortality & Manure Composting
All Breed Beef Cattle Clinic
Pasture ID Walk
Raising Chickens in Your Backyard
Intro to Greenhouses & High Tunnels
Soil Health Management for High Tunnels
Corn Plot Field Day
Farm Bill Margin Protection
Beef Quality Assurance Program
Growing Winter Greens & Tomatoes for High Tunnels
Farmers’ Health Insurance
Farm Funding Workshop * Situation, Priorities, and Goals adapted from CCE Statewide and
Sullivan County Plans of Work.
February, 2015 Extension Connection—Annual Summary Page 9
Agricultural Stats for Sullivan County
Total Number of Farms: 32 1
Acres in Farmland: 54,000
Total Agricultural Receipts: 56.4 million
D i r e c t E c o n o m i c Im p a c t (including ag manufacturing,
production and support services):
$714.1 million
Community Organizational Partners
Cornell University
Farmland Protection Plan
Dairy Processing Project
County Agricultural Advisory Board
County Ag & Farmland Protection Board
Southeast Regional Livestock Team
SC Rural Health Network
County Agri-Business Revolving Loan Fund
Sullivan BOCES
Sullivan Renaissance
SC WIC
SC Farmers’ Market Association
SC Legislature
SC Dept of Planning & Economic Development
Thunder 102 At a Glance
17 Programs were offered
11 Cornell University Specialists were brought to Sullivan County
1075 Participants were served at these programs
1650 Youth contacts were made
50 Farm visits were conducted
152 Walk ins were assisted
600 Ag related phone calls answered
Page 10 Extension Connection—Annual Summary February, 2015
Situation & Priorities Statement*
Our program touches on energy, agriculture and consum-
er, and community energy resources. The agriculture en-
ergy program addresses priorities related to the goal of
energy independence and design of optimum forestry and
crops. The consumer and community energy resources
program addresses individual consumers. High energy
costs impact household budgets. On average, New York-
ers spend $1,724 annually on energy per household. Re-
ducing this figure creates more household disposable
income, spurring economic growth. Lower-income
homeowners and renters are particularly hard hit by esca-
lating energy costs and need appropriate alternatives for
reducing costs. Subsidies and incentives are available but
they can be confusing and difficult to navigate. Commu-
nity agencies and local governments’ policies and prac-
tices influence energy use and can promote energy con-
servation.
With a wide range of waste producers, including individ-
uals, agriculture, industry, and government, residents,
agricultural producers, businesses/industry, and govern-
ments need current information and solutions on tech-
niques for managing waste, reducing waste at the source,
minimizing energy use and costs, and managing the risk
and environmental inequities resulting from waste gener-
ation and disposal practices. Our programs focus on the
individual, agricultural, and community agency level.
* Situation, Priorities and Goals adapted from CCE Statewide
and CCE Sullivan Plans of Work.
Ultimate Goals of the Program*
Healthy ecosystems.
Youth, families, communities, farms, and businesses en-
gage in long term planning for proper use of natural re-
sources, sustainable energy, and environmental priorities.
Natural resources are protected and available for multiple
uses, including agroforestry, fishing, recreation, agricul-
ture, tourism, and other businesses/industry.
The economic vitality of agricultural/natural resources
and other businesses is improved, and the health of indi-
viduals and families are enhanced and more sustainable
through the availability of high quality natural resources.
Improved waste management and waste reduction efforts
will result in an enhanced and protected environment,
including soil, air, and water, and reduced risk for indi-
viduals and families.
Photo credit: Molly Smith, 4-H Member
February, 2015 Extension Connection—Annual Summary Page 11
Empower NY
Tree Stewards Training
Maple School
Raising Pheasants/4-H Pheasant
Project
Orchard Production
Eurasian Boar Info Session
Shooting Sports Program (weekly
meetings, trainings, trebuchet)
Jr. Master Gardeners Entomology
Jr. Master Gardeners Soil & Water
Early Detection of Invasive Spe-
cies
Vermiculture
I-Map Tracking
Stream & Watershed Professional
Development
Energy Symposium
Winter StoryWalk
Geocaching & GPS Class
National Eagle Count
Trail Clean-Up & Walk
Monarch Butterfly Workshop
Upper Delaware Bio-Blitz
Nature Scavenger Hunt
At a Glance
53 Programs were offered
822 Youth contacts were made
865 Adult contacts were made
45 Walk ins were assisted
60 Environment & natural resources
related phone calls answered
A Sampling of 2014 Program Offerings & Events
Cornell University
Catskill Mountainkeeper
Delaware Highlands Conservancy
Delaware Highlands Mushroom
Society
Delaware Riverkeeper Network
Friends of the Upper Delaware
River
Greater NY Councils
Local Libraries
Local School Districts
National Parks Service
NEPA Audubon Society
Norcross Wildlife Foundation
NYS DEC
NYS Maple Association
NYSERDA
Open Space Institute
Penn. Native Plant Society
Rural Ulster Preservation Co.
SC Audubon Society
SC Legislature
SC Parks
SC Recycling Program
SC Visitors Association
SC WIC Program
Sullivan Alliance for Sustainable
Development
Sullivan BOCES
Sullivan Renaissance
SUNY Sullivan
Trailkeeper.org
Trust for Public Land
Upper Delaware Council
Upper Delaware Scenic & Recre-
ational River
Community Organizational Partners
Page 12 Extension Connection—Annual Summary February, 2015
Situation & Priorities Statement*
Our focus is on developing capacity among citizens, leaders, and local offi-
cials so they are better prepared to address challenges and opportunities, im-
prove quality of life, and build strong and vibrant communities. Building local
capacity for governance, enhancing local economies, and investing in human
capital by providing research-based knowledge, public issues education, and
education and training are keys. We work toward the long term sustainability
and well-being of communities through collaborations and partnerships and
promote active and representative participation toward enabling all communi-
ty members to shape their collective future. Even in the most rural areas,
changing populations and land use patterns often bring agriculture/
horticulture/natural resource enterprises in contact with neighbors or visitors
who do not understand or appreciate the nature of their operations and contri-
butions to the community. Local municipal leaders must balance private prop-
erty rights, community growth, quality of life issues and environmental pro-
tection. Partnerships, based on mutual respect and trust, unleash community
potential and provide a powerful tool to create positive and lasting change for
communities.
Ultimate Goals of the Program *
More resilient communities.
Ensure that diverse interests and populations in communities are reflected
within and engaged as key stakeholders – this includes engaging community
networks that link diverse sub-groups.
Better utilize community resources to improve and sustain quality of life.
Increased local capacity for management and protection of local environ-
mental resources.
Avoid or minimize conflicts between agriculture/horticulture/natural resource enterprises and community members and re-
solve them within communities when they occur.
View agriculture/horticulture/natural resource enterprises as contrib-
uting and positive elements in the community.
Volunteers develop leadership capacity to engage in the application of
science-based solutions to environmental problems at the community
level.
Communities experience high quality of life, social cohesion, ecologi-
cal integrity, effective decision making, and new economic opportuni-
ties.
Institutionalize sustainable practices so that communities actively man-
age their environments, protecting and enhancing financial, infrastruc-
ture, human, environmental, and social capitals.
* Situation, Priorities and Goals adapted from CCE Statewide and CCE Sullivan
Plans of Work.
February, 2015 Extension Connection—Annual Summary Page 13
At a Glance
40 Programs were offered
88 Youth contacts
951 Adult contacts
54 Master Gardener Volunteers trained
142 Walk ins were assisted
595 Phone calls & emails answered
2014 Program Offerings & Events
Recipes for Success Entrepreneurial Series
Master Gardener Training
Winter Bird Watch Class
Growing Healthy Houseplants Class
Hypertufa Class
Basic Gardening—101, 102, 103
Fall Gardening Seminar
Growing Microgreens
Draped Cement
Seed Saving
Jr. Master Gardener Class—Botany
Jr. Master Gardener Class—Garden Harvest
Philadelphia Flower Show Trip
Annual Plant Sale
Sullivan Renaissance Expo
Woman’s Conference at SUNY Sullivan
Farmers’ Markets
Livingston Manor Garden Day
Grahamsville Fair
Bethel Woods Harvest Festival
Speaking at local libraries, garden clubs
Farm to School - Six Part Series
Bethel Youth Gardens
Broadway Monticello Project
County of Sullivan
Delaware Youth Center
Federation for the Homeless
Hortonville Sign Garden
Hudson Health Plan
Hudson Valley Health Care
Liberty CDC
Liberty Community Garden
Local Garden Clubs
Local Libraries
Local School Districts
Roscoe Presbyterian Church
SC Child Care Council
SC Historical Society
SC Workforce Development
St. Peter’s Church, Liberty
Sullivan BOCES
Sullivan Renaissance
SUNY Sullivan
Town of Roscoe
Town of Thompson Park
Village of Monticello
Woodland Wildings Garden
Community Projects & Organizational Partners
Page 14 Extension Connection—Annual Summary February, 2015
Situation & Priorities Statement*
Sullivan County has the 2nd worst health outcomes in New York State.
Contributing factors include high consumption of sweetened beverages,
low fruit, vegetable, and dairy consumption and limited physical activity.
Healthy habits, including healthy eating and physical activity, can lower
the risk of becoming overweight and developing diseases associated with
obesity. Food insecurity and obesity can exist at the same time, necessi-
tating addressing hunger issues for some populations within programs.
Social influences (including food norms, preferences, knowledge, atti-
tudes, skills, supports, and role models) and biological influences (age,
gender, genes, and physiology) interact to direct eating and activity be-
haviors. Interactions with one’s environment (family and community)
brings another level of influences on behaviors that include feeding prac-
tices, interactions related to feeding, family attitudes and attention to
health care. Factors such as access to healthy foods in multiple settings,
access to activity opportunities in the community, and local public health
programs and policies all have impact. Effective programs target eating
and activity-based behaviors directly, as well as environmental change.
In addition, consumer education on proper food handling and preparation
in the home is a vital component to ensuring food safety. Consumers
continue to improve their food safety practices but some are still un-
knowingly practicing some unsafe behaviors.
Ultimate Goals of the Program* Affordable, available nutritious foods.
Guidance for families to make science-based
decisions about health and well-being.
Prevention of childhood overweight and reduc-
tion of long term risks for chronic disease by
encouraging healthy eating and increased
physical activity.
Provide education for the nutritional well-
being and safety of Sullivan County residents.
Improve food safety and food-handling prac-
tices throughout the food system.
Reduce incidence of food-borne illnesses.
Improved community food security and health-
ful food-choice options.
* Situation, Priorities and Goals adapted from CCE Statewide and
CCE Sullivan Plans of Work.
February, 2015 Extension Connection—Annual Summary Page 15
At a Glance
22 Programs were offered
450 Youth contacts
951 Adult contacts
1160 SNAP Ed participants
4193 Total ESNY contacts
Master Food Preserver Training
Family Trail Hike
School STEM Field Trips
CSA Fair
Recipes for Success Series
SNAP Ed
Eat Smart New York
Farm to School
Making Jams & Jellies
Hot Water Bath Canning
Making Pie Filling
Meat Preservation
Chutney from Around the World
Pickling
Making Salsa
Sullivan West Fitness Day
Sullivan West Trout Day
ARC Health Fair
Farmers Markets
SUNY Sullivan Health Fair
Headstart Health Fair
Sullivan West Healthy Hiking
Bethel Woods CCE/Ag Day
Fallsburg School Wellness Fair
New Hope Staff Health Fair
Liberty Parade and Info Fair
Callicoon Tractor Parade Info Booth
Healthy Hudson Valley Challenge
One Time Educational Presentations:
Shop Rite, Liberty, Monticello
Ted Strobel Center
Ideal Foods
WIC
Delaware Valley Youth Center
2014 Program Offerings & Events
Bethel Woods
Catskill Mountainkeeper
CCE NYC Market Maker Program
County of Sullivan
Edible Hudson Valley
Headstart
Hudson River Healthcare
Liberty Community Development Corp.
Local Libraries
Local Schools
New Hope Community
NOFA-NY
NYS Ag & Markets
NYS Office of Temporary Disability
Orange County Trust
Boys & Girls Club
Pure Catskills
SC Adult Care Center
SC Department of Health
SC Federation for the Homeless
SC Industrial Development Agency
SC WIC
SC Pregnancy Support Center
SC Public Health
Sunshine Adult Day Care
Town of Callicoon
Town of Liberty
Trailkeeper.org
Watershed Ag Council
Community Organizational Partners
Page 16 Extension Connection—Annual Summary February, 2015
Situation & Priorities Statement*
Youth development through experien-
tial learning is the foundation of 4-H
programming. Participation in high
quality out-of-school programs is linked
with a lower incidence of problem be-
haviors, such as decreased academic
failure, substance abuse, and delinquen-
cy (Lerner, Lerner, & Phelps, 2008).
Youth have different interests and
needs and therefore respond differently
to the same opportunities. They should
have choices about which activities
they participate in and they should have
a chance to help shape those activities.
Economic security, financial and other
household resource management are
educational priorities. There are a mul-
titude of economic challenges facing
communities in Sullivan County and
the nation as well. Increased household
disposable income and improved indoor
environments will result in improved
quality of life for individuals, more
prosperous communities, and overall
improvement in the economy.
SC 4-H Youth Fair
NYS Fair
Capital Days
4-H Regional Dairy Bowl
Horse Bowl & Hippology
NYS Dairy Bowl Competition
NYS Horse Bowl
Rabbit Necropsy Class
State Teen Action Retreat
Treasures on the Turtle Trail
4-H Horse Program Educational Clinic
4-H Teen Spring Garden Day
Teen Interviews
Junior Award Trip
Teen Trip to Corning Glass Museum
Rockets to the Rescue
Making Friends with Your Sewing Ma-
chine
Livestock Auction Workshops
Livestock Auction
Vet Science Series
Astronomy
Poultry Pullorum Clinic
4-H National Science Day Activities
4-H Window Display Contest
Achievement Day
Leader & Volunteer Trainings
International Night
Snowmobile Safety Certification
County Public Presentations
District & State Public Presentations
Crochet Workshop & Community Ser-
vice Project
Spring & Winter Workshops
Your Medicine: Playing it Safe
Brain Health & Nutrition
Elder Law Forum
Senior Safety Day
Caring for Someone with Alzheimer’s
Finance Planning for Seniors
Grief: What Helps When it Hurts
Home Safety for Seniors
Aging in Place & Making Plans
Growing Old with Pets
Senior Nutrition & Mealtime
Self-Care Through Healing Power of
Gratitude
Some 2014 Program Offerings & Events
Achieve Rehab
Action Toward Independence
Alzheimer’s Association
Anytime Home Care
Catskill Regional Medical Center
County of Sullivan
Daniel Pierce Library
Delaware Highland Conservancy
Fallsburg Police Department
Frost Valley YMCA
Hospice of Orange & Sullivan
Hudson Health Plan
Independent Living
Liberty Police Department
Local School Districts
MediFare Medical Supply
Monticello Police Department
National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Neversink Ag Society
New Hope Community
NRA
NYS 4-H Foundation
NYS Ag & Markets
NYS DEC
NYS EPIC Program
Pathstone Corporation
Roscoe Nursing Home
RSVP
SC Adult Care Center
SC Adult Protective Services
SC Dairy Promotion
SC Horse Council
SC Legislature
SC Office for the Aging
SC Public Health Services
Sr. Legislative Action Committee
Soil & Water Conservation District
Sullivan BOCES
Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office
Sullivan NYConnects
Sullivan Renaissance
SUNY Sullivan
Town of Neversink
United Way of Sullivan County
Watershed Ag Council
Wellness Home Care
Willcare Home Care
WJFF
Community Organizational Partners
* Situation, Priorities and Goals adapted from CCE
Statewide and CCE Sullivan Plans of Work.
February, 2015 Extension Connection—Annual Summary Page 17
Ultimate Goals of the Program*
Facilitate programming that fosters positive
youth development.
Prepare youth for success in postsecondary edu-
cational and career pursuits by exposing children
and youth to a variety of career opportunities.
Youth lead healthy, satisfying, and productive
lives and become caring, contributing members
of society.
Youth become life-long learners.
Youth become knowledgeable, contributing par-
ticipants in STEM-related, Healthy Living and Civic Engagement issues in their communities.
Enable vibrant and resilient communities.
Improve caregiving practices resulting in caregivers reporting increased confidence in their roles.
Improve financial status of targeted NYS residents.
At a Glance 82 Programs were offered
723 Adult contacts were made
1855 Youth contacts were made
34 Caregiver support group meetings were held
125 Walk ins were assisted
556 Youth & Family Development related phone calls answered
SC Youth Fair 933 Still & Livestock Exhibits
121 Exhibitors
NYS Fair - Sullivan County Participation 50 Still Exhibits
15 Livestock Exhibits
Page 18 Extension Connection—Annual Summary February, 2015
Centennial Gala Over 100 people celebrated Cornell Cooperative Extension
Sullivan County (CCESC)’s centennial anniversary at its Af-
ternoon Gala on Sunday, November 9, 2014 at Bernie’s Holi-
day Restaurant in Rock Hill. The fundraiser brought in over
$10,000 from ticket sales, journal advertisements, silent and
live auction bids, donations, and sponsorships.
Dorothy Muthig and Andrew King were
recipients of the event’s “Now & Then”
awards, honoring their dedication to
CCE’s core mission areas. Each were
recognized for their contributions to the
community.
Guests enjoyed fresh cuisine from local
farms and a program led by Phil Coombe III, who served as
Master of Ceremonies. The event’s music took everyone on a
journey “through the decades,” organized by 4-H club leaders
and professional DJs, father and daughter duo David and Re-
becca Robinson.
In the spirit of traveling through time,
many attendees came adorned in cos-
tumes representing her or his favorite
decade since 1914, when CCE was
established in Sullivan County. Some
wore their original Cornell University
apparel while others dressed in outfits
representing nearly every decade: suf-
fragettes, poodle skirts, female soldiers, flappers, hippies,
80’s hair, and today’s professionals.
“This is an important milestone for agriculture and education
in our historically-rich county and it was wonderful to feel the
overwhelming support of our community including sponsors,
youth, volunteers, partners, and even a few key people from
Cornell University and the Extension system who came to
celebrate it with us,” said Colleen Monaghan, CCESC Execu-
tive Director.
Guests went home
with unique locally-
sourced auction
packages, including
a fresh turkey for
Thanksgiving, a
priceless fly fishing
experience with
world-famous ex-
perts, and various
special items for golfers, chefs, artists, families, gardeners,
farmers and outdoor enthusiasts. Trained auctioneer and local
farmer Eddie Moran Jr. guided the bidding to raise the most
support for each item.
Though the Gala has passed, our fund development work con-
tinues. For more information on how to provide on-going
support for CCESC visit www.sullivancce.org, call CCESC at
845-292-6180, or contact Nicole Slevin at
nas96@cornell.edu.
We would like to thank everyone who attended our 100th Annual Meeting on December 11, 2014. The support for our anniver-
sary and the outstanding volunteers and partners whom we elected and recognized was truly something to celebrate!
Dr. Scott Peters gave an intriguing talk about Extension Reconsidered and the importance of our organization in the past, now,
and in the future. We were so happy to have him.
Refreshments included delicious, homemade cupcakes courtesy of K&H Confec-
tions- the first entrepreneurs to rent our new community EaT Kitchen!
Congratulations to the following for their commitment to our mission in Sullivan
County:
Volunteers of the Year: Karen Coombe, April Kackos, & Barbara Sush
Friend of Extension: The Moran Family
Organizational Friend of Extension: Sullivan BOCES
100th Annual Meeting
February, 2015 Extension Connection—Annual Summary Page 19
Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County recently
benefited from the vision of the Sullivan County Legislature
and the assistance of the Town of Liberty and the Industrial
Development Association by accepting ownership of the
Gerald J. Skoda Extension Education Center and the 22 acre
property it sits on at 64 Ferndale Loomis Road in Liberty.
The 10,000 square foot building was built under the leader-
ship of Sullivan County and then CCESC Executive Director
Jerry Skoda and was crafted with the educational needs of
farmers, families, and youth in mind.
Almost 30 years later, the Education Center still provides a
space for the Sullivan County community to come together
to learn, network, collaborate, and engage with Cornell edu-
cators, Soil & Water Conservation District, other community
based organizations, our six teaching gardens and nature
trail, and each other.
The last three decades have also proven to be a time of sci-
entific and technological advancement at a rate and com-
plexity never before seen. With the advent of newer, more
efficient and environmentally sustainable building design
options and energy systems, and a Sullivan County that pro-
motes collaboration and cooperation between government
and public serving organizations, CCE is poised to make
important infrastructure improvements that will ensure our
site continues to be an efficient, safe, and welcoming interac-
tive learning campus for our constituents.
In this context, and with the leadership of volunteers Phil
Coombe Junior and Jerry Skoda, in 2014 the Association
kicked off a one million dollar capital campaign to raise
funds to bring the Education Center into the next 100 years.
To date, they have garnered more than $250,000 in cash and
donations of materials, development of plans, and labor, to-
wards that one million dollar goal.
Capital projects are prioritized in these phases:
1. Upgrade Windows for Heating and Cooling Effi-
ciency: COMPLETE
2. Entrepreneurial and Teaching (EaT) Kitchen: COM-
PLETE
3. Re-insulate and Replace Roof: Plans complete, ma-
terials sourced, project implementation dependent
on funds raised
4. Replace Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning
(HVAC) System to improve efficiency and emis-
sions by 40%: Plans complete, materials sourced,
project implementation dependent on funds raised
5. Solar-powered Atrium and Teaching Garden: To be
designed, project dependent on funds raised
6. Sidewalk Repair and Parking Lot Paving: To be en-
gineered, project dependent on funds raised
The capital campaign is one ingredients in CCE’s overall
fund development goals and is in addition to the support we
need to deliver educational programs. Investing in the capital
campaign now will help CCE save an estimated 40% per
year in utilities costs, allowing more of your tax dollars and
donations to go directly to programs, opportunities, and sup-
ports for Sullivan County farmers, families, and youth. We
think it’s a worthwhile investment. Many thanks to you, and
especially to Phil and Jerry, for your ongoing support!
To make a capital campaign contribution, indicate “Capital”
in the memo/notes line on your check, money order or on-
line donation.
EaT
Kitchen
HVAC System
Page 20 Extension Connection—Annual Summary February, 2015
Volunteer Spotlight - Sally Abrams
Sally Abrams, local farmer, former CCESC Board President and Program Advisory
Committee member, and member of the Calico Geese Quilters CCE Community Group,
has been a tremendous volunteer for our organization through the years. In 2013, she
worked with the Calico Geese to craft a beautiful, handmade quilt that they donated to be
raffled off with proceeds going towards the 2014 CCESC Centennial Campaign. The
raffle winner was drawn at the Centennial Anniversary Gala on November 9, 2014, and
raised over $1,100.
Sally was an integral part of our Centennial Campaign and she continues to be a model
of our mission out in the community in myriad ways. From rallying interest for CCESC
to enrolling supporters and collecting donations, she is an important contributor to the
work we do in Sullivan County. We thank Sally for her dedication and her contagious smile!
Centennial Committee Volunteer Spotlight
Saraid Gonzalez
Saraid Gonzalez, Sullivan Renaissance Program &
Events Coordinator served on our Gala Committee
and single-handedly designed and produced the
beautiful gala program, which showcased donors,
sponsors, and award recipients for the special anni-
versary event. Saraid also helped with registrations
and many other details. Thank you, Saraid!
Farm Spotlight - Geiger Dairy Farm
Geiger Dairy Farm - Stefan and Cindy Geiger’s dairy farm sits on
top of the hills of Jeffersonville overlooking some of the best views
in the county. The farm hosts sheep and poultry, but the main focus
is Stefan’s 60 milking Holsteins and 70 replacement heifers. These
girls produce enough milk to provide for the Geiger family. Also in
production on the farm is hay and solar energy. There are 130 acres
available on the property. During the summer months the majority
of it is used for making hay
to feed the herd until the fol-
lowing summer, where the
process is then repeated.
When driving by the farm,
you can’t help but notice the
roof of their barns. They are
covered with 134 solar pan-
els. With grant assistance and
the goal of sustainability in
mind, the Geigers’ were able
to install the panels success-
fully. These panels produce
enough solar energy to run
the farm’s electric and then
some.
4-H Volunteer Spotlight - Jean Smith
Jean Smith served the 4-H Program Committee, Sullivan County 4-H Youth Fair Superin-
tendent, Livestock Auction PAC, Livestock PAC, FCS PAC, club leader, program found-
er, project leader, CCESC Personnel and Finance Committee, CCESC Board of Directors,
and 4-H Strategy Committee. Jean volunteers her time whenever needed. Her devotion to
4-H is inspirational to other volunteer leaders in the local 4-H community. Jean has been
involved with 4-H as a club leader for 27 years, and a 4-Her before that. Her immense
knowledge of 4-H and rabbits in particular, has influenced generations of youth in Sullivan
County. Thank you Jean!!
February, 2015 Extension Connection—Annual Summary Page 21
Submitted by Marylin Jones, 4-H Youth Development Community Educator
Staff Spotlight - John Wilcox
Facility Manager John
Wilcox, has worked for
CCESC for 26 years. John
does everything from salt-
ing and sanding, to
lawnmowing, painting
and cleaning. John is very
involved in the Capital
Project plans for CCESC.
John worked diligently on
the EaT Kitchen demolition and construction and is currently
working with Phil Coombe, Jr. and Jerry Skoda on the plans
for the new HVAC system, roof and other building upgrades.
The staff and volunteers at CCESC are very fortunate to have
such a hardworking and dedicated man as John on our team.
4-H Member Spotlight
Dan D.
Dan D., a 4-H youth for 12 years, is shown here about to get
the infamous “pie in the face” to help raise money for 4-H
programs at the Sullivan County 4-H Youth Fair Pie Auc-
tion. Dan has received numerous local awards for his live-
stock, including the Fred Hubert Golden Shovel Award,
which he was awarded in 2007, 2008, 2010, 2013, and 2014.
This award is given to a 4-H youth member that demon-
strates outstanding helpfulness to other 4-H youth, keeps the
barn neat and clean, has attractive stall decorations in place,
and provides the public with accurate information at the
Youth Fair. The recipient of this award is nominated by
each exhibitor in the dairy and beef barn. Dan has been the
ideal role model for younger 4-Hers. We thank Dan for all
of his hard work over the years!
Page 22 Extension Connection—Annual Summary February, 2015
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Garnet $250 Above + Pin
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Plaque
Millennial $1,000 Above + Quarterly Business
card in Extension Connection
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Diamond $5,000 Above + Short Sleeve CCE
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Use Fees (restrictions apply)
Pay with cash, check, or credit in the office or through our
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As of January 1, 2015. Applies to the calendar year.
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Thanks so much to all the regular volunteers who brought their energy & enthusiasm to Sullivan County in 2014 through service with
Cornell Cooperative Extension
Program Advisory Committee
Earl Myers, Chair
Dawn Boyes Karen Coombe
Sonja Hedlund April Kackos
Kathy Kreiter John Lang
Jennifer Flad Ed Moran
Evelyn Weissmann Diana Weiner
4-H Strategy Committee
Brandi Burk Karen Coombe
April Kackos Vicki Robinson
Richard Sheldon Jean Smith
Danielle Sykes
Gala Committee
Glenn Pontier , Chair
Penny Coombe Saraid Gonzalez
Glenn Pontier Donna Willi
Thanks to Philip Coombe III, Eddie Mo-
ran Jr., Joan Howard, Randy Resnick,
David & Rebecca Robinson, Dennis
Muthig, Helen Budrock, and Jeff Siegel
for their special contributions of time
and services to the Gala.
Centennial Media Committee
Carolyn Bivins John Conway
Roberta Byron-Lockwood
Jason Dole Barbara Gref
Barry Lewis Fritz Mayer
Eva McKend Carol Montana
Akira Ohiso Glenn Pontier
Mike Sakell Fred Stabbert
Association Volunteers Sally Abrams
Richard Boyd
Phil Coombe, Jr
Gerald J. Skoda
Master Food Preservers Jessica Gibbons
Karen Mariner
Bonnie Makofsky
Cheyenne Zigmund
CCESC Community Groups Bethelites
Calico Geese
Fremont Bluebirds
Liberty Belles
Youngsville Firecrackers
Master Gardener Volunteers
Janet Barbarite Cindy Barber
Marietta Beanland Peg Berg
Larry Budner Rachelle Carmack
Helene Chappell Cindy Coker
Kathy Fielding Mimi Fierle
Diane Foster Denise Frangipane
Andrew King Olivia Lightle
Judith Maidenbaum Mary Mancuso
Darlene Midlang Sandra Nackley
Ari Mir-Pontier Denise Patti
Kristin Porter Nora Rausch
Jackie Saunders Richard Schulman
Nancy Schunk Barbara Sush
Susan Swann Jana Szabo
Jody Tedaldi Jon Jon Thomas
Domingo Vieiro Annalise Vogel
Pat Yelle Robin Wagner
Pamela Zaitchick
Erin Allen
Amy Barkley-Carey
Cheri Bodnaruik
Donald Brent
Tonya Burk
Sandra Burn
William Burn, Jr.
Nicholas Castellano
Christine Cavello
Brandi Chevalier
Sandy Cockshutte
William Cockshutte
Karen Coombe
William Cutler II
Michael Davis
Alexandra Dench
Kathlene Denman
Pamela DeRosse
Jessica Dymond
Neal Edwards
Geraldine Ekker
Linda Ferber
Thomas Gain
John Gallagher
Janeene Gambino
KellyAnne Giminiani
Michael Giminiani
Robert Glendon
Diana Hartling
Eunice Hartling
Richard Hemmer
Beverly Hesse
Robert Jones
April Kackos
Joseph Kaiser
Robert Kautz
Linda Kays
Robert Kays
Patricia Kelly
Denis Kinkela
Nicole Knight-Sorese
John Kratz
Tara Kratz
Robert Lacey
Michael LaFountain
MaryPaige Lang-
Clouse
Jamie Lawrence-
Rocker
Craig Luckey
Robin Luckey
Edmund Lutz
Karen Mariner
Elizabeth McAndrew
Barbara McCausland
Kara McElroy
Joy L. McGrath
Lynn McKeon
Lynn McWilliams
Elisa Mendels
Jay Mendels
Patricia Mercado
James Mercado Jr.
Tara Mickelson
Mary Nosek
Austin Nunnally
Charles Nystrom
Jennifer Nystrom
Kathleen O'Rourke
Colleen Osterhout
Jamie Parsons
Dawn Perry
Melissa Perry Deljoo
Dennis Peters
Susan Peters
Jenny Phelps
Kelly Plescia
Mark Plescia
Robin Raykoff
David Robinson
Rebecca Robinson
Victoria Robinson
Jennifer Robisch
Michael Rocker
Lois Scamihorn
Nannette Schips
Danielle Seibles
Susan Sennett
Gary Shaver
Lisa Shaver Steingart
Christina Shaw
Jennifer Sheldon
Richard Sheldon
Jean Smith
Kaitlyn Smith
Christine Smith-Cox
Jane Sorensen
Lynne Stratton
Amy Sykes
Kim Szabo-Lutz
James Uciechowski
Theresa Uciechowski
Kody Viele
Theresa Viele
Leah Mae Waldron
Evelyn Weissmann
Mary Wells
Skye Wilbur
Shawn Wilcox
Alan Wingert
Katrina Wingert
4-H Organizational, Project, and General Club Leaders
Our volunteer list is extensive.
If we missed your name,
please contact us and we will
update our March issue.
February, 2015 Extension Connection—Annual Summary Page 25
Cooperative Appel, Robin
Boyd, SueAnn
Clements, Joannne
Cunningham, Bonnie
Distante, Rita
Dreyer, Margaret
Fierle, Mimi
Frances, Alfred
Gibbons, Jessica
Hahl, Barbara
Hamlin, Susan
Hennig, Susanne & Bill
Hook, Nancy
Hubert, Janet
Jones, Marylin
Kappner, Thomas
Krum, June
Lang-Clouse, Mary Paige
Levine, Nancy
McCormick, Thomas
McElroy, Justin & Kara
Rajlevsky, Linda & Alan
Reichmann, Susan
Schwartz, Shirley
Sparago, Gary
Tilvikas Borek, Eleanor
Useo, Bryan
Wallenstein, Barry & Lorna
Wilcox, John
Centennial Abrams, Sally & Jack
Amaditz, Carl
Banks, Marguerite
Barbuti, Charlie
Barriger, Linda
Bauer, Leonard G.
Bertsch, Earl & Joy
Bethel Woods
Brown, Robert Jessie
Buccigrossi, Dominic
Campbell, Dyan
Catskill Distilling Co.
Cauthers, Douglas B.
Congelosi, Paul
Delaware Valley Farm & Garden Ctr.
DiSimone, Amanda
Dowe, Lynn
Eschenberg, John H. Federico, Salvatore & Alice
Fedun, Darlene
Fried, Mary A.
Fries, Marian E.
Furman, Harvey
Garigliano Law Offices
Gempler, John
Goodman Arthur & Lynn
Grimaldi, Maria
Hines, Amy
Hoering, Helen
J&E Weissmann Farms
JW Safety
Kissling Dairy Consult.
LaBelle Farm, Inc.
Lagatta, John
Langseder, Barbara
Lawrence B Miller & Associates, Inc.
Lewis, Bonnie
Loarca, Elizabeth
Loftus, Laura
Lusker, Ron
Macdonald Info Systems
Makovic, John
MBIA, LLC
McDonald, Lynn
McKenna, Cynthia
Merrell-Benco Agency
Minogue, Karen & Mike
Mogel, Steven
Mountain Construction
Muthig, Dorothy & Raymond
Patti, Denise
Pontier, Glenn & Ari
Prestige Towing & Rec.
Ramsay's Granite & Marble Co.
Rolling V Bus Corp.
Santiago, Yvonne
Sauchuk, Wade
Scapillato, Debra
Schwegman, Patrice
Smythe, Carol
Sommer McLeod, Margaret
Speranza, Karen & Nick
Stang, George W.
Stellman, Steven & Jeanne
Stewart, Craig
Stratton, Charlotte
Thalmann's Service Ctr.
The Foundation for Worker, Veteran, &
Environmental Health, Inc.
Vallone, Phil
Vetter, Kitty
Welsh, Pat & Jill
Willi, Ardith
Willi, Donna B.
Wolff, Edward
Wurstboro Veterinary Clinic
Yewchuk, Barbara
Garnet Babicz, JosephJr.
Bitter, Laura
Co-Operative Feed Dealers, Inc.
Davis, Robert
Sherwood Freightliner,
Sterling & Western Star, Inc.
Sullivan County Beekeepers
Town & Country Energy Group
Blue Ribbon Burke, Debbie
Calico Geese Community Grp.
EMM Sales & Services
Mill Technology, Inc.
Hedlund, Sonja & Dick Riseling
Stettner, Lilian
Millennial Carlucci, Paul - Villa Roma Resort &
Conference Ctr.
Catskill Hudson Bank
Catskill-Delaware Publications
Coombe, Philip Jr.
Coombe, Richard III
Howard, Joan
Myers, Earl
Provost, Diane N.
Salenger, Stuart- Stuart Salenger Foun-
dation, Inc.
Stabbert, Fred - Sullivan County Demo-
crat
Gold Cochecton Mills
Coombe, Richard & Phyllis
Diamond Anonymous
Gerry Foundation
Excelsior Fluhr, Jacqueline
Holt, Anne E
Jeff Bank
Family of Earle Wilde
Mid-Hudson Co-Operative Insurance
Skoda Family
Supporters and Sponsors: thank you for making an
important investment for farmers, families, and young people.
The above list is extensive. If we
missed your name, please contact us
and we will update our March issue.
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A.D.R. Bulbs
Abrams, Sally
Al Steppich
Alzheimer Association
Animal Hospital of SC
Apple Pond Farm
Ark Floral
Arnold House
Ash-Luck Farm
Baron Organics
Beaverkill Valley Inn
Bethel Woods
Bethelites
Bridle Hill Farm
Buccigrossi, Domenic
Burgard, Melinda
Buzzel, Sue
Cakes by Kim Simons
Calico Geese
Campanelli Poultry
Catskill Brewery
Catskill Flies Fly Shop
& Guides
Catskill Fly Fishing
Center
Catskill Harvest Mkt
Cochecton Mills
Combined Energy Svcs
Coombe, Phil Jr.
Coon Rock Rod & Gun
Club
Crystal Falls Farm
Dairy Farmers of
America
Delaware Highlands
Conservancy
Delaware Valley Farm
& Garden
Dick’s Auto Sales
Diehl Family
Diehl, Jack
Diehl, Pete
Dirt Diva
Dog Mountain Lodge
DogSense
Don’s Dairy Supply
Duke Pottery
Eastern Electric
EEA Security Services
Excalibur Dehydrator
Corporation
Farm Credit East
Fat Lady Café
Fosterdale Equipment
Frost Valley YMCA
Gibbons, Jessica
Gibson, Chris
Grimaldi, Maria
Gunther, Aileen
Heller's Farm
Hofer Lumber
Home Depot—Mont.
Imagine Alpacas Farm
Irace, Joseph
J. Hughson Excavating
Jeff Bank
John Wilcox Green-
house
Kaiser Kitchen Supply
Kays, Linda
Kirbytown Farms
Klein Excavating
Knit One Needlepoint
Too Shop
Kohler Lumber
Lazy Pond Bed &
Breakfast
Lehman’s Company
Liberty Agway Pet
Supplies
Liberty Community
Development Corp
Liberty Garden Club
Liberty Iron Works
Loftus, Laura
Long, Betty
Madison's Restaurant
Main Street Farm Mar-
ket & Café
Makofsky, Bonnie
Mangan-Bendy, Mela-
nie
Manza Family Farm
Mariner, Karen
Misner Agency
Mogel, Steven
Monticello Home &
Garden
Monticello Rotary
Moran, Ed, Jr.
Morgan Outdoors
Mt Pleasant Herbary
Mountain Bear Crafts
Moxie Alley Hand-
made Soaps
Mullally Tractor Sales
Muthig Farm
Muthig, Dennis
Napoli Pizza
Narrowsburg Feed &
Grain Co.
Natural Contents
Nebzydoski, Joseph
Neversink Ag Society
NYS Rifle & Pistol
Association
Oakworks
Pierro, Nancy
Plunk Shop
Pontier, Glenn & Ari
Pure Mountain Honey
Right to the Moon Al-
ice!
Rolling V
Rubin Livestock
Russell, Harold III
SC Conservation Club
SC Dairy Promotion
SC Farm Bureau
SC Farmers Market
Assoc.
SC Friends of NRA
SC Friends with Fire-
arms
SC Long Beards
SC Rifle & Pistol As-
sociation
Schiff, Christine
Schmidt’s Wholesalers
Schultz, Paul
Shear Energy Salon
Sherman Hill Farm
Silver Heights Farm
Nursery
Skoda, Gerald
Smith & Son’s
Sportsman’s Den
Sticky Fingers
Stone Wall Farms
Story's Neversink Plant
Company
Sugar Blossom Flowers
Sullivan BOCES
Sullivan Renaissance
Superior Lumber
Swan Lake Golf &
Country Club
ThunderView Farms
Tractor Supply
Tri-Valley FFA
Tweed, Pete
USDA Rural Dev.
USO Holstein Club
Van Put, Ed & Judy
Vetter, Kitty
Villa Roma Golf &
Country Club
Weiss Dairy Farm
Welsh Cabin
Wholesale Kitchen
Equipment
Wildlife Gift Shop
Willow & Brown
Wulff School of Fly
Fishing
Wyde Lumber
Yelle, Jack
Youngsville Custom
Kitchens
The following list of individuals and companies have donated products, time or support to one or more of our programs in 2014.
The following lists are extensive. If we missed your name, please contact us and we will update our March issue.
We thank you all, and could not continue our programming without you!
Aileen Gunther
Alfred Frances
Andrew King
Barbara & Richard Sush
Barbara Yewchuck
Barbara’s Bunch
Barton & Loguidice, D.P.C.
Bernie’s Holiday Restaurant
Cara Kowalski
Carolyn Bivins, Quiktype
CCE Ulster County
Charlie Barbuti
Childcare Council
Cochecton Mills
Colleen Monaghan & Family
Community Foundation of
Orange & Sullivan
Coombe, Bender, & Co.
Denise Frangipane & Family
Dennis Muthig & Family
Donna Willi & Family
Dorothy & Raymond Muthig
Douglas B. Cauthers
Earl Myers & Family
Eddie Moran Jr.
Focus Media
Fred Stabbert
Gerald Skoda & Family
Glenn Pontier & Family
Greg & Linda Goldstein
Hanet Hubert
Hartley Consulting, Inc.
Jennifer Grossman
Joan Howard
Karen & Nick Speranza
Knack, Pavloff, & Co.
Manza Family Farm
Maria Grimaldi
MaryPaige Lang-Clouse
Monticello Motor Club
Myers Century Farm
Nancy Levine-
Nicole Slevin
Pamela Rourke & Family
Pat Lubin
Phil Coombe III
Phil Coombe Jr. & Family
Phyllis Coombe & Family
Poley Paving Corp.
Rock Hill Business Assoc.
Rock Hill Farmers’ Market
Sally Abrams & Calico Geese
Sandy Nackley
Saraid Gonzalez
Schmidt’s Wholesale, Inc.
Spencer Daniels Agency, Inc.
Steven Mogel,
SC Visitor’s Association
Sullivan Renaissance
Sunrise Mobile Home Park
Susan Dollard
The Dean Family
The Robinson Family
Thompson Sanitation
Thunder 102 Radio
ThunderView Farms, LLC
United Way of SC
WVOS/WSUL Radio
Centennial Gala Supporters
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