Events
Seed Savings Basics @ Kent Library
Tuesday, August 26, 2025
Have you wondered whether you can replant seeds from your garden? Learn all about properly saving seeds for better germination.Kent Library is hosting an informative presentation with our Master Gardener Volunteer Speakers Bureau!Ask at the front desk or check out these links to learn more abo...
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Bio Blitz at Tilly Foster
Thursday, August 28, 2025
Join us for a Bio Blitz at “Restore and Regenerate” Forest at Tilly Foster Farm!Veterans and their families are invited to join us. Attendees will learn how to identify plants and animals using the iNaturalist app. Staff from Soldiers2Scientists and Cornell Cooperative Extension will be o...
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Discover Fred Dill Wildlife Sanctuary
Saturday, September 6, 2025
Join the Hudson River Valley Greenway and Cornell Cooperative Extension of Putnam County for a guided hike through the Fred Dill Wildlife Sanctuary, a beautiful natural area nestled in the heart of Carmel, NY. This engaging walk is part of the Hudson River Valley Ramble and offers an opportun...
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2025 Introduction to Composting
Saturday, September 13, 2025
Join our Master Gardener Volunteers to learn about composting, followed by a hands-on lesson in our demonstration garden.Compost has long been considered a gardener's best friend. In this class, you'll discover how composting is one of the simplest and easiest ways to improve garden soil while be...
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History Hike: Benedict Arnold's Flight
Saturday, September 13, 2025
General Benedict Arnold is infamous for his thwarted plan to surrender American-controlled West Point to the British during the Revolutionary War. Join Putnam History Museum and Cornell Cooperative Extension Putnam County for a history hike of Arnold’s escape path through present day Garrison. Al...
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Ask a Master Gardener @ the Cold Spring Farmers' Market
Saturday, September 13, 2025
Join our Master Gardener Volunteers the second Saturday of the month at the Cold Spring Farmers' Market to learn the ins and outs of gardening from native planting to composting and more! The Cold Spring Farmers' Market is held every Saturday at Boscobel House and Gardens in Garrison. Apri...
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Trail U. at Fred Dill Wildlife Sanctuary
Saturday, September 13, 2025
Sept. 13: Intro to Trail Maintenance Workshop Ever wonder what it takes to be a Trail Maintainer? Join NYNJTC Senior Program Coordinator Melissa Cascini on this Intro to Trail Maintenance Workshop. What to bring: Work gloves, glasses/sunglasses, plenty of water, lunch and snacks, long pants...
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MGV Guided Hikes 2025
Saturday, September 20, 2025
Join Cornell Cooperative Extension Putnam County Master Gardener Volunteers on guided hikes as we explore Putnam County’s natural beauty, land-use history, and the invasive species that threaten our natural resources. Date Difficulty Level Location May 31...
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Trail U. at Fred Dill Wildlife Sanctuary
Saturday, September 27, 2025
Sept. 13: Intro to Trail Maintenance Workshop Ever wonder what it takes to be a Trail Maintainer? Join NYNJTC Senior Program Coordinator Melissa Cascini on this Intro to Trail Maintenance Workshop. What to bring: Work gloves, glasses/sunglasses, plenty of water, lunch and snacks, long pants...
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Ask a Master Gardener @ the Cold Spring Farmers' Market
Saturday, October 11, 2025
Join our Master Gardener Volunteers the second Saturday of the month at the Cold Spring Farmers' Market to learn the ins and outs of gardening from native planting to composting and more! The Cold Spring Farmers' Market is held every Saturday at Boscobel House and Gardens in Garrison. Apri...
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Trail U. at Fred Dill Wildlife Sanctuary
Saturday, October 11, 2025
Sept. 13: Intro to Trail Maintenance Workshop Ever wonder what it takes to be a Trail Maintainer? Join NYNJTC Senior Program Coordinator Melissa Cascini on this Intro to Trail Maintenance Workshop. What to bring: Work gloves, glasses/sunglasses, plenty of water, lunch and snacks, long pants...
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MGV Guided Hikes 2025
Saturday, October 18, 2025
Join Cornell Cooperative Extension Putnam County Master Gardener Volunteers on guided hikes as we explore Putnam County’s natural beauty, land-use history, and the invasive species that threaten our natural resources. Date Difficulty Level Location May 31...
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