Our Organization
OCCA is a regional conservation organization addressing a broad spectrum of basic environmental concerns who promotes the appreciation and sustainable use of our region’s resources. OCCA implements crucial programs and projects to improve or protect Otsego County’s air, land, and water. Broad support from county residents enhances our ability to accomplish our mission.
Engaging our Communities in Responsible Stewardship
Join Us…
The Otsego County Conservation Association (OCCA) invites you to support our efforts in 2025. Our mission is to promote the appreciation and sustainable use of our region's resources by connecting Otsego County residents with their environment and empowering them to become stewards of our ecosystems.
Together, We Can Make a Difference…
Your support enables us to foster a more environmentally aware and active community in Otsego County. Stand up for conservation. Stand with OCCA. Donate today and be part of the positive change in Otsego County.
Join Us!
In partnership with Otsego 2000, Cornell Cooperative Extension, and the Delaware-Otsego Audubon Society (DOAS), the Earth Festival will feature more than 40 exhibitors and vendors offering interactive exhibits, workshops, and entertainment— all with an earth-friendly twist. Attendees can look forward to delicious food options, engaging activities, and valuable insights into local environmental initiatives.
The festival will also feature a drive-through drop-off recycling event at Wilber Park (located at Dave West Drive, Milford), running from 10 am- 1 pm. This convenient setup allows you to dispose of hard-to-recycle items responsibly without leaving your car.
Click on the link below for a full list of vendors, workshops and everything we are collecting at the drive-through-drop-off-recycling event. We can’t wait to see you there!
What we are accepting at the recycling event:
Shredding
Textiles
Styrofoam
Sneakers through gotsneakers.com
Tennis Balls through recycleballs.org
Glasses through Cooperstown Lions Club
Oral Care Waste-Spent toothbrushes, floss containers, toothpaste tubes
Beekman 1802 Products
Hasbro Games
Gillette and Venus-Razors
Musical Instruments-Collecting for local schools.
Volunteer with OCCA!
Volunteers play a huge role in our work at OCCA. Click on the button below to learn more about our volunteer program, and subscribe to the Eco-bulletin to stay updated with volunteer projects.
Become an OCCA Member in 2025!
Join Us in Shaping Otsego County's Future.
This fall, we launched our revitalized membership program, and we need passionate individuals like you to lead the charge. Whether your interests lie in education, conservation, or advocacy, your contribution is vital to our mission.
Membership Benefits
Exclusive access to events and workshops throughout the year
Networking opportunities with conservation minded individuals
Regular updates on our projects and achievements
Quarterly Member Only Newsletter
For Questions about our new membership program call Assistant Director, Shelby MacLeish at 607-547-4488 or email at shelbym@occainfo.org
We look forward to you joining the OCCA Community!
OCCA is thrilled to announce the launch of our free online Meaningful Watershed Educational Experiences (MWEE) course. This course is part of the Chesapeake Bay Headwaters Education Ecosystem, a partnership between the NOAA Chesapeake Bay Watershed Education & Training (B-WET) Program and OCCA. It is designed to foster environmental literacy in the headwaters region of Chesapeake Bay. While the course is focused on the Chesapeake Bay Watershed, it is a valuable resource for any New York Teacher, home educator, or individual interested in enhancing their understanding of environmental issues and incorporating this knowledge into their work or life.
Click on the button below to learn more and enroll today!
Now Available- Online B-WET Course
Otsego County HABS Website
The site has information about what Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs) are, what to look out for when assessing if you should go in a body of water, and resource links to all of the local science happening here to understand HABs and help toward a long-term management solution.