Improving The Health of Nassau Residents…….
The focus of these programs is to enhance the health of residents by reducing the risks of obesity and chronic diseases, such as heart disease, diabetes and cancer, through the promotion of healthy lifestyles, especially nutrition and physical activity.

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EAT SMART NEW YORK

“Free” nutrition programs for families and individuals receiving food stamps and other low income parents of children under 20 years of age.

Contact: Louise Spangle, jls27@cornell.edu , 516-292-7990 ext 12 for more information.

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COMMUNITY NUTRITION PROGRAMS                 

Nutrition programs for a variety of audiences including youth, adults, parents, teachers, and child care providers.

Contact: Jennifer Colletti, jac99@cornell.edu , 516-292-7990 ext 22 for more information.

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CCE-NASSAU RESOURCES

LIVING BETTER - A newsletter from CCE-Nassau featuring nutrition, health, parenting and consumer news. Receive 4 copies/year for a $5 enrollment.

* To view a sample copy: Download file

* To receive Living Better or to send a gift enrollment to a friend: Download file

HEALTHY HEART SNACK CHOICES - Resource Guide
Contains over 60 heart healthy snack recipes for all ages.
Download file

HOW TO USE THE NUTRITION FACTS LABEL
Download file

HEALTHY SNACK IDEAS
Download file

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FARMER’S MARKET NEWS

Nassau County Farmer’s Market Locations & Schedule for 2009…

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Please take a few minutes to visit the Farmer’s Market website and read what’s in season this month: http://www.fnec.cornell.edu/FMNP.cfm

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FOOD AND NUTRITION LINKS
For more information on food, nutrition and health:

American Dietetic Association - http://www.eatright.org

Cornell University Nutrition Works - http://www.nutritionworks.cornell.edu

Fight BAC (food safety) - http://www.fightbac.org

Foodkeeper (food storage) - http://fmi.org/consumer/foodkeeper/

MyPyramid - http://www.MyPyramid.gov

Nassau County Department of Health - http://www.nassaucountyny.gov/agencies/health/

National Center for Home Food Preservation - http://www.uga.edu/nchfp/index.html

New York State Department of Health - http://www.health.state.ny.us/prevention/nutrition/index.htm

New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance - http://www.otda.state.ny.us/main/fsnep

USDA’s National Agriculture Library/Nutrition - http://www.nutrition.gov

U.S. Dept. Health and Human Services - Healthfinder - http://www.healthfinder.gov

JOB OPENINGS CURRENTLY AVAILABLE

No openings at this time.

For a CCE Employment Application, click here: employment-application

85 Years of Camp Programs***85 Years of Camp Programs

Visit the camp website for pictures and information about

4-H Camp programs….

www.dpf4hcamp.org

2009 SUMMER CAMPING INFORMATION

*  For a copy of the 2009 4-H Camp Brochure, click here: dpf-4-h-camp-brochure

*  For 2009 information on Bus Transportation; Changes, Cancellations and Refunds; and Family Weekend, click here:  bus-trans-changes-cancellations-refunds-2009

*  For a copy of the required 2009 4-H Camp Application, click here:  dpf-4-h-camp-application-2009; and the Medical Section Application, click here:  medical-section

*  For a copy of the 2009 Parent-Camper Handbook, click here:  dpf-4-h-parent-camper-handbook

DPF 4-H CAMP HIGHLIGHTS…
* The DPF 4-H camp is one of nine 4-H camps in NYS.
* Our camp is both the largest and longest running 4-H camping operation in NYS.
* There are 6-weekend stayovers throughout the summer that can be added to a session.
* Camp is open to all boys and girls - grades 4-10 (entering these grades in Fall 2009).
* The camp offers leadership and CIT Counselor In Training Programs.
* There is an additional program fee for horseback riding and adventure/high ropes programs.
* The DPF 4-H Camp Alumni Network represents our camp alumni constituency. Information about the Alumni Network can be found on our camp web site.
* Camp is ACA American Camp Association accredited and our 4H program has operated a camping program on Long Island since 1924.

Camp Use… September - May
The Dorothy P. Flint Nassau County 4-H Camp, located in Riverhead, offers a variety of outdoor educational opportunities for schools, youth groups and community organizations. Groups can schedule educational programs and rent camp facilities. For an updated listing call: 516 292 7990 x19

MORE ABOUT THE DOROTHY P. FLINT NASSAU COUNTY 4-H CAMP
The Nassau County 4-H camping program began in 1924. Our 4-H Camp in Riverhead, Long Island is a co-educational, sleep-away camp for youngsters who are entering grades 4-10. There are separate sleeping and bathing facilities for boys and girls. Campers sleep in rustic cabins with 8-10 campers plus their counselors. The camp is located on the picturesque North Fork of Long Island in the town of Riverhead. The camp has 140 acres with a combination of woodlands, bluffs, farmland and the Long Island Sound beach frontage.

Partial camp scholarships from private donations for Nassau County campers will be awarded in March pending funds available. Request a “campership” application when you request a camp application. Tax-deductible donations to the 4-H Campership fund can be sent to 4-H Campership Donation, Cornell Cooperative Extension-Nassau County, 40 Main Street - Lower Level, Hempstead, NY 11550.

The Dorothy P. Flint Nassau County 4-H Camp is located at 3186 Sound Ave., Riverhead, NY 11901-1096. The 140-acre camp is situated within a unique combination of woodlands, sand dunes, farmland and the Long Island Sound beachfront. The camp is located on the unspoiled picturesque North Fork of eastern Long Island. The camp is licensed and inspected by the Suffolk County Department of Health and accredited by the American Camping Association.

We offer nutrition and physical science presentations that can be brought to your classroom.The following brochures provide detailed information:

Nutrition Classroom Presentations (Grades 2-8), click here: nutrition-classroom

Simple Machines and Electricity Classroom Presentations (Grades 3-6), clck here:

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For further information contact: Wayne Torgersen, 516-292-7990, ext 25 wt17@cornell.edu

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Nassau County (CCE-NC) is an educational non-profit association that provides research-generated information and educational programs designed to build strong and vibrant communities. With funding and resources from Nassau County, New York State through Cornell University, U.S. Department of Agriculture and grant partnerships, CCE in Nassau County has been disseminating information since 1914.

Our Mission
Nassau County Cornell Cooperative Extension is committed to building healthy lifestyles and healthy communities by conducting educational programs that connect Cornell University resoureces to community needs for all people in the county.

Our Values
Life time learning for all - CCE believes that it is never too soon or too late to learn.

Respect for all - CCE is an inclusive organization that respects all individuals. There is diversity in staff, participants and programming.

Teamwork and Collaboration - CCE optimizes resources and program outcomes through teamwork and collaboration both within and outside of the organization.

Empowerment - CCE provides individuals with the skills adn knowledge that will motivate them to take action to improve their lives.

Integrity - CCE adheres to the highest standards in all aspects fo the organization.

Our Historical Roots…
The Land Grant Act, signed into law on July 2, 1862, by President Abraham Lincoln, provided grants of federal lands to states and territories to help establish colleges that would offer practical education for all citizens. The Smith-Lever Act of 1914 recognized the value of this early work in New York and other states, as it established the formal relationship among federal, state, and local governments to support Extension work that continues today. Cornell University provides overall leadership as New York’s land grant institution and, by statute, as agent for the state in this three-way partnership. In 1914 through NYS County Law 224, Nassau County began its Cooperative Extension program under the leadership of community citizens who formed the first board of directors.

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HEAD ————— HEART ———– HANDS ———– HEALTH

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Nassau County is pleased to introduce a new program for organizations with groups of children in the 4th - 6th grades. It is called 4-H Adventure!

Organizations that wish to add the 4-H Adventure experience to their program might be a special interest club, an after-school center, or a faith based organization. 4-H Adventure will bring great program curriculum & training to your organization’s instructors.

Click Here for more information about 4-H Adventure: Download file

Click Here for Curriculum Choices for 2007-08 4-H Adventure Programs: Download file

If you feel that the 4-H experience will benefit the youth of your organization, and you have adults willing to volunteer to guide their learning & growth, contact: Adrienne J. Comito - 4-H Community Educator/4-H Adventure Coordinator, ajc92@cornell.edu (516) 292-7990 x24.