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2022 ELP Opportunities at Oswegatchie

11/28/2021

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To:  All Secondary Agricultural Science, Environmental/Conservation CTE programs

From:    Bill Waite, Oswegatchie Educational Center 
              Shari Lighthall, New York Ag Education and Outreach
 
RE: 2022 Environmental Science  & Leadership Development Program 
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The Oswegatchie Educational Center is offering Environmental and Leadership Development Programs (ELPs) to be implemented during the 2022  calendar year. Funding for these programs has been made possible by NY Ag Education and Outreach. All secondary  Agricultural Education, Environmental / Conservation CTE programs may apply for these special opportunities. 
 
In the past, this program was designed to have multiple schools at one time. Due to Covid, this has changed. Each program will be intended for one school unless prearranged by multiple schools with administrative permission in advance.
 
These funds are available Sunday—Friday anytime during the 2022 calendar year.  Minimum per group is for 15 students with a maximum of 60. Call for availability.
 
Three program formats to choose from:
 
  • Standard ELP with 2 Day / 2 Night option, each student receives a $50 ELP Scholarship cutting cost from $200 per student to $150 per student.
  •  Quick ELP with 1 Day / 1 Night option, each student receives a $50 ELP Scholarship cutting cost from $150 per student to $100 per student.  
  • 1 Day Ropes Program, each student receives $10 scholarship cutting cost from $30 to $20 per student.
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What is an ELP?

ELPs stands for Environmental Science & Leadership Training Program. Historically its been a a 2 day / 2 night experience with a combination of ropes course, environmental education, and other experiences.  AS stated above, we have reevaluated the program for 2022 to meet current trends.

We are looking forward to giving this opportunity to your students again this year. The Oswegatchie Educational Center is situated on a 1,200 acre expanse of land inside the Adirondack Park. This setting provides the perfect atmosphere for learning about our natural world. Don’t miss out on this opportunity for you and your students.
 
Please contact Bill or Robin at Oswegatchie to book dates, ask questions, or anything else Oswegatchie.   (315) 346-1222
 
Sincerely,

Bill Waite
Oswegatchie Educational Center

Shari Lighthall
New York Agricultural  Education and Outreach
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2019 - 2020 Environmental Science & Leadership Training Program

9/13/2019

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September 13th, 2019

To: All Secondary Agricultural Education, Environmental/Conservation CTE programs

From: Bill Waite, Oswegatchie Educational Center

Shari Lighthall, New York Ag Education and Outreach

The Oswegatchie Educational Center is offering 33% funded Environmental and Leadership Development programs to be implemented at the center during the 2019—2020 academic year. Funding for these programs has been made possible by NY Ag Education and Outreach. All secondary Agricultural Science, Environmental / Conservation CTE programs may apply for these special opportunities.

All applications should be postmarked or emailed ASAP. Please do not delay your proposals. These funds are rewarded first come first serve, it is in your best interest to apply quickly.
Your school will be billed for the amount you request. You can add more later, but if you bring less, you will still be billed at the number you requested on this application. Be considerate since your request does block others from receiving spaces.
​          · November 6 – 8th, 2019

          · November 13 - 15th, 2019

          · November 20 –22nd, 2019

          · April 1 – 3rd, 2020
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​Since 2000, Oswegatchie has hosted these environmental and leadership development programs at our center. We are looking forward to giving this opportunity to your students again this year. The Oswegatchie Educational Center is situated on a 1200 acre expanse of land inside the Adirondack Park. This setting provides the perfect atmosphere for learning about our natural world. The property includes 4 bodies of water, various streams, wetlands, open fields, and woodlands ideal for environmental education. Don’t miss out on this opportunity for you and your students. Apply today!
Please contact me if you have any questions about this opportunity .

The PDF of this program is above, you can review the form / file below.
 
Sincerely,

Bill Waite,
Program Director
Oswegatchie Educational Center 
wwaite@oswegatchie.org

Shari Lighthall
New York Agricultural Education and Outreach
 slighthall@cornell.edu
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NYS AGRICULTURE COMMISSIONER ANNOUNCES SUCCESS OF FIRST-EVER NYS WOOD PRODUCTS DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL FORESTRY CAMP

4/3/2019

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For Immediate Release: April 3, 2019

Council Partnered with FFA Oswegatchie Educational Center to Educate Students About Careers in the Forestry and Wood Products Industry
 
Event Builds Upon the State’s Forestry and Wood Products Summit Last Fall
 
New York State Agriculture and Markets Commissioner Richard A. Ball today highlighted the success of the first-ever “Into the Woods” Forestry Camp held at the Oswegatchie Educational Center in Croghan, New York. Sponsored by the New York State Wood Products Development Council, in coordination with the New York State Future Farmers of America Leadership Training Foundation, the New York Forest Owners Association and several private partners, the sold-out camp introduced high school students to career opportunities in the forestry and wood products industry and advanced the State’s efforts to support agricultural education programs. 
 
“I’m proud to announce the success of this program, which provides exceptional hands-on educational opportunities for our students, while connecting our young people with forestry and wood product professionals and opening new career pathways for the next generation,” Commissioner Ball said.
 
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos said, “DEC is a proud partner of the state’s Wood Products Development Council and strongly supports educational programs that motivate young people to roll up their sleeves and get involved in forestry. This program helps participants learn first-hand about the career opportunities available in the forest products industry and contributes to their appreciation of the economic and environmental benefits that can be experienced through a forestry career.”
 
Students with an interest in forestry careers participated in the free, three-day training, where they learned about the basics of forestry management and timber production. The camp included hands-on workshops, conducted by public and private industry representatives, including employees of Hud-son Forestry Equipment, LandVest, Baillie Lumber, Lewis County BOCES, Johnson Lumber Company and SUNY-ESF Ranger School in Wanakena. Students learned about sawmill operation, safety practices, arboriculture, and wood product marketing, team-building and leadership skills. The group also toured the Johnson Lumber Company.
 
NY FFA Foundation Executive Director Todd Lighthall said, “The New York FFA Foundation, Inc. is proud to offer this forestry training program at our 1,200-acre Adirondack facility at Oswegatchie Educational Center. The “Into the Woods” program is providing our youth access to professionals currently working in the wood products/forestry industries. Over the course of two days, students have had real experiences around operating equipment, safety and maintenance presentations, and professional advice on what it takes to be an effective employee in the industry.” 
 
New York’s forestry and wood products industry continues to be a major contributor to the State’s economy and a viable career choice. It generates $13.1 billion in direct output and provides more than 41,000 jobs with an annual labor income per worker of over $61,000. 
 
Empire State Forest Products Association Executive Director John Bartow said, “We are honored to partner with the New York State Wood Products Development Council and several of our industry-member companies on the first “Into the Woods Forestry Camp” and we are encouraged to see the many young adults who participated. Presenting to our youth the many jobs and career opportunities in New York’s forests and wood products industry is an essential part of the future of our industry in New York State. There are great opportunities for careers in our sector, and too often our youth do not know that they exist or understand the diversity of opportunities that are available. There are traditional careers in the woods and an ever-increasing number of very technical, scientific and engineering opportunities. Today’s forests and wood product related jobs can be very satisfying and offer career mobility to those who are interested.”
 
NYFOA President Art Wagner, said, “The New York Forest Owners Association fully supports the NYS Wood Products Development Council's program "Into the Woods: Forestry Training at Oswegatchie.” Training students about the basics of forestry management and timber production is essential to ensure that our forests will continue to be well managed and well maintained, far into the future. This educational opportunity for students will last a lifetime and our forests will continue to provide the full scope of environmental benefits for all. NYFOA looks forward to continued success and ongoing programs that will train students for a bright future in forestry related industries.”
 
The “Into the Woods” camp builds upon the State’s Wood Products and Forestry Summit held last fall and fulfills the State’s promise to support the industry through education, increased investment, and connection to new markets.  It also advances the State’s support of agricultural education programs.
 
New York has committed a record $3.6 million in recent years for agricultural education programs, including adding new FFA chapters, working towards doubling the number of certified agricultural educators across the State.
 
About the NYS Wood Products Development Council
The Wood Products Development Council works to develop strategies to improve the business climate for New York State's forest products industry and to facilitate the development of expanded and new markets for the state's high-quality wood products. The group is made up of representatives from the Department of Agriculture and Markets, the Department of Environmental Conservation, Empire State Development and industry partners.  For more information, please visit the Wood Products Development Council website. 

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2019 Into the Woods: Forestry Training at OSwegatchie

10/19/2018

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Sponsored by the New York State Wood products Development Council 

​Oswegatchie is offering a FREE 3 day / 2 night trip, 2019 

In partnership with the NYS Wood Products Development Council, The Oswegatchie Educational Center is offering an intense 3 day / 2 night program at our facility in Croghan, NY. The intent is to teach interested students about the basics of forestry management and timber production. Workshops will include timber cruising, sawmill operation, chainsaw safety, arboriculture, and wood product marketing.  Team building and leadership skills will also be included.
 TThis is intended for individual students to attend and not necessarily as a school group function. School groups are welcome, but the program is aimed at those students that are interested in forestry and related wood products.
 
Please contact us if you have any questions about this opportunity . This is a FREE experience.
The Oswegatchie Educational Center is situated on a 1200 acre expanse of land inside the Adirondack Park. This setting provides the perfect atmosphere for learning about our natural world. The property includes 4 bodies of water, various streams, wetlands, and woodlands ideal for environmental education. Throughout the year, Oswegatchie provides programming, meals, and lodging for 4,000 students of all ages. This special program is a unique, and you do not want to miss out on this opportunity.

Sincerely, 
Bill Waite
Oswegatchie Program Director
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Oswegatchie is providing the Meals & Lodging

Program Sample Schedule
 
Oswegatchie will provide overnight supervision, all meals, during the program. Parents / teachers will want to arrive in Sunday by 1 PM to start.
Day One     Sunday, March 31st
1:00 PM     Arrival to Oswegatchie & Orientation
2:00 PM     Welcome, Introductions & Overview of Program
2:30 PM     TEAM Challenge Low Ropes
5:00 PM     Dinner
6:00 PM     Intro to Small Group Leadership
8:00 PM     Daily Debrief around Fire Place
11:00 PM   Lights Out
 
Day Two   Monday, April 1st 
8:00 AM   Breakfast
9:00 AM  Forestry Workshops Rotation  (Instructors from Hud-Son Forestry Equipment)
                · Chainsaw Operational Safety
                · Sawmill Operation
                - Firewood Mill Operation
                - Maple Sugar Production (Oswegatchie Staff)
​                · Forest Plot Sampling & Timber Cruising (Instructor TBA)
 
12:00 PM  Lunch
1:00 PM     Forestry Workshops  Rotation
4:00 PM    Break
5:00 PM     Dinner
5:45 PM     Lewis County Economic Development Video—Resource  Based Industries
6:00 PM     Workshop : Marketing of Wood Products
8:00 PM     Daily Debrief around Fire Place
11:00 PM   Lights Out
 
Day Three   Tuesday, April 2nd
  8:00 AM    Breakfast
  9:00 AM    Tree Climbing / High Ropes Course 
12:00 PM    Lunch
  1:00 PM    Thank You Letters and Group Photos
  1:30 PM    Departure for Johnson Lumber Company
  2:0 PM    Arrival at facility
  3:15 PM    Finish Tour
  3:30 PM    Parents Pick Up Students at location in local area (to be determined)

Memo to Student Participants
 
To: Visiting Students to Oswegatchie
 
From: Bill Waite, Program Director
 
Re: Preparing for a Cold Weather Trips to the Adirondacks
 
 As you prepare for an excellent 3 days in the Adirondacks, I suggest a few things to help you prepare for your trip.

· If you have any questions about this experience, please contact me at any time. My email is  wwaite@oswegatchie.org  or call us at our offices. (315) 346-1222.

· If you have any special medical needs, make sure to communicate with your before arrival.

· You will need to bring your own bedding, pillows, towels, and toiletries for your stay.

· Lastly, the weather is always different here than it is at home. Some Days its 70 out and the next day there is snow. Bring warm clothes or pack layers to be at camp. Boots are essential in April. A rain coat is also practical.
 
· Mountain weather is always worse than you can predict, be ready for anything.
 
 We look forward to meeting you. This will be an experience at a  place that has meant many great things to many people. You will meet students form other schools and parts of New York. Come to Oswegatchie with an open mind and be ready to learn!

Forestry in Lewis COunty... 

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2018 Spring Environmental Science & Leadership Training

1/4/2018

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This is the first time Oswegatchie has offered this program in the Spring in 10 years. We appreciate all who have supported these programs in the past and hopefully welcome more into this experience.

The Oswegatchie Educational Center is offering 33% funded Environmental and Leadership Development programs to be implemented at the center during the Spring of  2018. Funding for these programs has been made possible by NY Ag Education and Outreach. All secondary  Agricultural Science, Environmental / Conservation CTE programs may apply for these special opportunities.  See the attached Request for Proposals for requirements and details. All proposals must be postmarked or emailed by February 10th 2018  Please do not delay your proposals. 
 
Since 2000, Oswegatchie has hosted these environmental and leadership development programs at the center. We are looking forward to giving this opportunity to your students again this year. The Oswegatchie Educational Center is situated on a 1200 acre expanse of land inside the Adirondack Park. This setting provides the perfect atmosphere for learning about our natural world. The property includes 4 bodies of water, various streams, wetlands, open fields, and woodlands ideal for environmental education. Don’t miss out on this opportunity for you and your students. Apply today!
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​This program will focus on winter ecology as we are unsure of what snow load will look like in advance. Oswegatchie has a an excellent fleet of snowshoes, cross country skis, and a maple sugaring operation to make a big impact.
 
Please contact me if you have any questions about this opportunity .
 
Sincerely,
Bill Waite, Program Director
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2017 Environmental Science & Leadership Training Program

9/18/2017

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To: All Secondary Agricultural Science, Environmental/Conservation CTE programs.

RE: Environmental & Leadership Development Program 

The Oswegatchie Educational Center is offering 33% funded Environmental and Leadership Development programs to be implemented at the center during the November 2017. Funding for these programs has been made possible by NY Ag Education and Outreach. All secondary  Agricultural Science, Environmental / Conservation CTE programs may apply for these special opportunities.  See the attached Request for Proposals for requirements and details. All proposals must be postmarked or emailed by October 10th 2017  Please do not delay your proposals. 
 
Since 2000, Oswegatchie has hosted these environmental and leadership development programs at the center. We are looking forward to giving this opportunity to your students again this year. The Oswegatchie Educational Center is situated on a 1200 acre expanse of land inside the Adirondack Park. This setting provides the perfect atmosphere for learning about our natural world. The property includes 4 bodies of water, various streams, wetlands, open fields, and woodlands ideal for environmental education. Don’t miss out on this opportunity for you and your students. Apply today!
 
Please contact me if you have any questions about this opportunity .
 
Sincerely,
 
Bill Waite
Program Director
wwaite@oswegatchie.org

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Oswegatchie offers 2015 November ELPs

9/21/2015

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To: All Secondary Agricultural Science, Environmental/Conservation CTE programs.  

RE: Environmental & Leadership Development Program  

Since 2000, Oswegatchie has hosted these environmental and leadership development programs at the center. We are looking forward to giving this opportunity to your students again this year. The Oswegatchie Educational Center is situated on a 1200 acre expanse of land inside the Adirondack Park. This setting provides the perfect atmosphere for learning about our natural world. The property includes 4 bodies of water, various streams, wetlands, open fields, and woodlands ideal for environmental education. Don’t miss out on this opportunity for you and your students.

The Oswegatchie Educational Center is offering 33% funded Environmental and Leadership Development programs to be implemented at the center during the November 2015. Funding for these programs has been made possible by NY Ag Education and Outreach. All secondary  Agricultural Science, Environmental / Conservation CTE programs may apply for these special opportunities.  See the attached Request for Proposals for requirements and details. All proposals must be postmarked or emailed by October 15th 2015  Please do not delay your proposals.  

Please contact us if you have any questions about this opportunity .

Sincerely,
Bill Waite, Program Director
Oswegatchie Educational Center
info@oswegatchie.org

Shari Lighthall
Ag Education and Outreach

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