Hello! Do you have questions about our work at OCCA? Contact Interim Director, Jeff O’Handley at 607-547-4488 to learn more about our mission and how you can help.

  • We currently hiring for the position of Executive Director. Click here to learn more.

  • OCCA conducts a broad spectrum of programs and participates in events related to water quality, land-use management, energy conservation, and recycling. Volunteers are essential to the accomplishment of our mission-related activities. Their time, talent, and caring contributions make a positive difference regarding our local environment and environmental awareness. Volunteers set an example for others in the community to follow.

    At OCCA, volunteers are needed for activities such as Household Hazardous Waste Day, bulk mailings, Recycling Committee, Fundraising Committee, Leading a hike, Trail Maintenance, Invasive species eradication, and events.

    If you are interested in volunteering with OCCA click HERE to fill out an interest form. If you have any questions call 607-547-4488 or email volunteer@occainfo.org.

  • We are currently accepting applications for the Board of Directors. The OCCA Board of Directors are all volunteers.

    The OCCA Board plays a pivotal role in our organization, by determining OCCA's governing policies and ensuring their implementation through the work of the Board's committees and the support of its staff; raising funds to finance the organization; providing oversight of the organization's finances; promoting the organization and expanding its networks; and monitoring OCCA's performance against Board-determined organizational goals.

    If you want to join our Board or nominate someone, contact Interim Director Jeff O’Handley at director@occainfo.org.

    If you are invited to join our board, click HERE to fill out an application.

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