Events for May 9, 2017 - November 29, 2017
May 2017
The Old Salem Farm Spring Horse Shows return this spring, celebrating its 36nd year and offering two weeks of exceptional Equestrian Sport. This prestigious two week event takes place May 9-14 and May 16–21 at one of the nation’s premier equestrian facilities, Old Salem Farm in North Salem, New York. We have also added an additional competition date of May 7, Welcome Horse Show Day. Newly renovated, Old Salem Farm is host to 27 exceptional horse shows each year. Over…
Find out more »The Old Salem Farm Spring Horse Shows return this spring, celebrating its 36nd year and offering two weeks of exceptional Equestrian Sport. This prestigious two week event takes place May 9-14 and May 16–21 at one of the nation’s premier equestrian facilities, Old Salem Farm in North Salem, New York. We have also added an additional competition date of May 7, Welcome Horse Show Day. Newly renovated, Old Salem Farm is host to 27 exceptional horse shows each year. Over…
Find out more »June 2017
Visit the Watershed Agricultural Council and Pure Catskills at the Meredith Dairy Fest! Vendors, food, fun, animals, dairy exhibits, children’s activities and much more. For more information go to: www.meredithdairyfest.com
Find out more »July 2017
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Find out more »The Watershed Agricultural Council (WAC) will be hosting a blood drive from 12-5pm on Monday, July 24th, in Conference Room B, downstairs of the 44 West Street location. Blood shortages are common during the summer months, due to schools being out of session and families going on vacation. Red cells can only be stored up to 42 days, while platelets can only be stored up to five days, creating a constant need for blood donations. Please consider donating! To…
Find out more »August 2017
Get ready, because the 131st annual Delaware County Fair will be here before you know it! The Delaware County Fair in Walton, NY is the largest agricultural fair in the region and has something for everyone. Over 80,000 people flock to the six day spectacular in Walton, NY to enjoy our local events, shows, contests, rides, cuisine and more. If you’re looking for family friendly local events, go ahead and mark Delaware County Fair from August 14-19, 2017 down on…
Find out more »September 2017
Join us for the 14th Annual Cauliflower Festival on September 23rd! Celebrating farming, cooking and culture in the past, present and future of the Catskill Mountains. Celebrating farming, cooking and culture in the past, present and future of the Catskill Mountains. The Festival vendors offer, fun for the entire family including: Pure Catskills Sponsored Tent (Members click here for the Application!) Cauliflower For Sale Scores of Artists and Craftspeople History Tent-Sponsored by The Town of Middletown Historical Society Traditional…
Find out more »October 2017
Come and visit us at the Taste of the CatskillsFestival. Visit our Pure Catskills Tent! Taste of the Catskills Festival is a family-friendly event that showcases the food, beer, crafts, and wine of our region. With a variety of vendors including farmers, value-added food producers, and restaurants, attendees learn how food travels from farm to fork during a fun-filled autumn weekend on the grounds of Maple Shade Farm, a family-run farm in Delhi. Saturday’s events will culminate with a harvest…
Find out more »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 21st year, Clean Sweep provides a safe disposal venue by collecting chemicals and other materials which pose a threat to public health, water and environment. Download the CLEAN SWEEP 2017 Flyer and this Tip Sheet for more details. Clean Sweep is free to farmers in the eight watershed counties and free to all Delaware County…
Find out more »November 2017
When we protect a farm, we preserve a way of life. For generations, people in the Catskills have appreciated the rural character of the region’s undeveloped landscape: beautiful farm and forestland patched together with cool mountain streams. Through a unique agricultural conservation easement with the Watershed Agricultural Council, landowners can permanently protect their farmland while preserving their right to farm and forest the land. By donating to our Stewardship Endowment Fund, you are supporting this practice and ensuring that the…
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