(Sherburne, NY – Dec. 2015) Experience the magic of winter during the 38th annual Winter Living Celebration from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Jan. 16 at the Rogers Environmental Education Center in Sherburne. Hosted by Friends of Rogers, this fun-filled day will be packed with outdoor activities and demonstrations.
“We’re excited to once again host the celebration, which we know our community looks forward to with great anticipation every year,” said Simon Solomon, Friends of Rogers executive director. “Our goal is to enhance the winter living experience by supplementing traditional event demonstrations with new guest vendors.”
In keeping with Winter Living Celebration tradition, visitors have the opportunity to be a “human bird-feeder,” make crafts in the Bird Cabin, view an Environmental Conservation Officer K-9 demonstration, hear a special dramatic reading of “Owl Moon,” take a horse-drawn sleigh ride, and roast marshmallows over a campfire to make s’mores. Weather permitting, free cross-country skiing and snowshoeing will also be available.
Trout Unlimited is providing lessons in fly-tying, area Boys Scouts will share their onsite winter camping experience, and perennial favorite the Susquehanna String Band returns to provide musical entertainment.
Thanks to the Chenango Bird Club and the Rotary Club of Sherburne, refreshments will be available for purchase, with all proceeds to benefit Friends of Rogers.
“Our Winter Living Celebration is the perfect opportunity to experience new outdoor adventures,” said Sarah Freedman, Friends of Rogers environmental educator. “Many visitors have shared they have a renewed sense of appreciation for winter by trying something during the festivities.”
While there is no charge, Friends of Rogers encourages contributions to support future operations.
Rogers Center is operated by Friends of Rogers Environmental Education Center, Inc., a nonprofit organization that offers educational programs for people of all ages. Seasonal hours are from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday, and from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday.