ORANGE CO., N.Y. — Being a cadet can be stressful, but gardening is a proven way to reduce stress and have fun. On October 11, 2019, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Orange County Master Gardener Volunteers, Michele Luisi, Janet Andreichuk, Patti Martellaro and Lynne Snyder hosted a hands on workshop for United States Military Academy (USMA) cadets. Students worked with Master Gardeners to create succulent plant container gardens for various locations in West Point.
CCEOC Master Gardener Volunteers, Lynne Snyder, Janet Andreichuk, Patti Martellaro and Michele Luisi taught West Point cadets how to reduce stress by making succulent plant containers. (Courtesy Photo)The activity provided a collaborative way for cadets to meet each other, create something beautiful, and learn a little horticulture. Lori Mullooly, USMA Library Specialist said: “Friday night was the best ever! We will reach out so we can do this program again.”
Cornell Cooperative Extension is proud to work with our USMA cadets and all members of our Orange County community. You can learn more about our gardening programs at http://cceorangecounty.org/gardening. More about this event is available at: https://www.facebook.com/USMALibrary
Cornell Cooperative Extension and its partnerships provide programs for Orange County residents on youth and family development; nutrition, health, and food safety; community and economic vitality; and agricultural sustainability through Cornell based research. Committed to Orange County, we design programs to meet local needs to enable people to improve their lives and communities. For more information call Cornell Cooperative Extension Orange County at 845-344-1234 or visit our website at www.cceorangecounty.org.
–Cornell Cooperative Extension Orange County
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