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Our Mission
To promote the economic viability of agriculture and forestry, the protection of water quality, and the
conservation of working landscapes through strong local leadership and sustainable public-private partnerships.
Our Footprint
The Watershed Agricultural Council works with hundreds of farm and forest landowners in the NYC Watershed. Together, with our program participants, we have an expansive Conservation Footprint in the region.
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Past Events
July 2025
2025 ANNUAL BLOOD DRIVE Join us! For more information contact: Kaitlin Haynes, 607-865-7090 ext. 270 E-mail: Khaynes@nycwatershed.org
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Introduces open face felling and the development of techniques to safely use it. Topics covered include personal protective equipment, chainsaw safety features, chainsaw reactive forces, bore cutting, pre-planning the fell, and understanding hinge wood strength. Preference is given to loggers in the NYC Watershed Region, and those participating in our programs. This class will take place in the Catskills Region. Call Heather at (607) 865-7790 extension 119 to register.
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Sunny Alp Farm is a 100% Grass-fed Organic Dairy. This walk will feature how the farm successfully uses pasture for the primary feed source during the grazing season. The farm milks about 50 cows on about 140 acres. Topics to be covered include: Paddock layout, sizing, and rotation Forage Quality & Quantity in relation to herd feed needs Fencing, lanes, and water Grass and other plant identification Registration Deadline: September 16, 2025, Call or email Kim Holden at (607) 510-7050…
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Sergeant Benjamin Emery, NY State Trooper with the Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Unit will lead a discussion on farm truck/trailer safety. Come with your questions, leave with knowing how to comply with the law. Rules & Regulations, enforcement When is a CDL required How to avoid common shortcomings Registration Deadline: September 24, 2025, Call or email Kim Holden at (607) 510-7126 or kmh19@cornell.edu
Find out more »Avenza Maps can enhance the planning and implementation of BMPs, and help ensure sustainable and effective timber harvest operations. Learn how to navigate using Avenza, create data and put it to use in a practical field exercise. This class will be taught by WAC foresters and representatives from the Northeast Master Logger Certification Program. To register call Heather Hilson at 607-865-7790 ext. 119
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With the long history of implementing Best Management Practices (BMPs) on farms, much has been learned about their effectiveness as well as best practices to make operation and maintenance efficient & effective. Come ready to discuss your experiences with the following BMP’s: Fencing systems for pastures Watering system including spring tank, pipelines, and hydrants Cattle lanes, access roads, and stream crossings Water wagon Registration Deadline: September 25, 2025, Call or email Kim Holden at (607) 510-7126 or kmh19@cornell.edu
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Join us for this FREE immersive workshop to explore forest carbon’s role in the management of forests in New York State. This workshop is a great opportunity to deepen your understanding of forest carbon programs and how they fit into broader conservation and management goals. You’ll gain insight into climate-adaptive forest management practices, the ecological benefits of carbon storage and sequestration, and the financial incentives that these programs can offer landowners. The workshop will begin inside and finish outdoors with…
Find out more »This training covers wildlife habitat, timber harvest planning, soil and water quality protection, and other topics. This class is one of the three core classes required to become Trained Logger Certified. Call Heather at (607) 865-7790 extension 119 to register.
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Every year, regional partners for clean water and a healthy environment host a community hazardous waste collection day, known as Clean Sweep. Now in its 29th year, Clean Sweep provides a safe disposal venue by collecting chemicals and other materials which pose a threat to public health, water and environment. Clean Sweep is free to farmers in the eight NYC Watershed counties and free to all Delaware County household residents. Delaware County businesses, municipalities and county agencies are also invited…
Find out more »Level 4 focuses on ways to maximize a harvest plan for safety and productivity. Felling is practiced at working speed using all the techniques from previous levels. This level is geared towards commercial/production loggers. Preference is given to loggers in the NYC Watershed Region, and those participating in our programs. This class will take place in the Catskills Region, exact location to be determined closer to the day. Call Heather at (607) 865-7790 extension 119 to register.
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August 2025 News
GRANT OPPORTUNITIES NOW OPEN! The Economic Viability Micro Grants Program is now accepting applications. This program supports NYC Watershed farm and forest businesses with up...
Clean Sweep 2025
DELHI, NY, August 20, 2025- Every year, regional partners for clean water and a healthy environment host a community hazardous waste collection day, known as...
