The Otsego County Conservation Association has received two generous legacy gifts totaling $120,000.00, providing critical support for the organization’s conservation, education, and community programs...…
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The educational walk introduced participants to ecological concepts, native plants and human stewardship of local lands, blending hands-on learning with outdoor exploration. The program is part of OCCA’s ongoing efforts to provide environmental education opportunities for families across the region. …
The Green Estate Planning Workshop will be led by local attorney Lauren Glynn, who will guide participants through the basics of estate planning while highlighting ways to align traditional tools—such as wills and trusts—with environmentally conscious values.…
While many comments and concerns were voiced about the Manocherian subdivision proposal, which would create 111 buildable lots ranging in size from 4.2 acres to 60 acres, there was a broader discussion about what community members envision for the future of the area.…
One of the most engaging ways OCCA connects with the community is through its Community Science programs. These hands-on, volunteer-powered initiatives invite residents to help monitor and restore local ecosystems. Volunteers team up with OCCA staff to assess stream health, evaluate culverts for aquatic habitat connectivity, track shoreline algae blooms, remove invasive species, and more.…
President Williams said, “The Angel Network is built on the belief that when a child’s basic needs are met, they can focus on being exactly what they are meant to be—kids. Our goal is to ensure that no Cooperstown School student feels burdened by financial hardship. We work to level the playing field in any way we can, so every child has an equal opportunity to thrive.”…
“The garden offers hands-on skills for both students and teachers,” said Shelby MacLeish, Kid Garden coordinator. “While some students have their own gardens at home, many do not. Most have never tasted raw spinach, lettuce or herbs before."…
Visitors of all ages flowed from stand to stand, learning about a variety of topics honing in on educating Otsego County citizens on the environment around them. Displays ranged from those focusing on aquatic life, to terrestrial plants of our region, to a number of different species of birds.…
The Cooperstown School District benefits greatly from the work of the PTA, which also supports various other programs, such as Student of the Month awards, 6th-grade graduation gifts, and National History Day regional registration costs, as well as science awards.…
This free annual event dedicated to fostering environmental awareness and community engagement among residents of Otsego County will be held on Saturday, April 26 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Milford Central School. OCCA’s Drive-Through-Drop-Off Recycling Event is also free and open to all, organizers said.…
