Storytime and Hike
Families are invited to join Jenni Larchar for an hour of stories, music and outdoor exploration.
10:30 AM every Wednesday.
Envirothon
The CNY Envirothon is a high school science competition where students test their knowledge in five different fields. Forestry, Soil Science, Wildlife and Aquatics are annual staples and at the fifth station there is the current issue which changes each year. There is also an oral presentation that is given at the event.
The winning team at the local level moves onto the NYS Envirothon Competition.
I Love My Park Day
Plant native at Rogers Center during New York’s largest single-day volunteer event. I Love My Park Day is a chance to roll up your sleeves and show some love for the public lands that we rely on.
Open Homeschool Group: Aquatic Field Day
Splash into an exciting educational adventure learning all about our water critters and their special habitats. Featuring frogs, turtles and more! The cost is $8 per student for each program. Email Erica with any questions & to register for these programs at erica@friendsofrogers.orgerica@friendsofrogers.org
Wildflower Walk
Led by former Rogers Center Director Marsha Guzewich. The Cush Hill property is a wildflower lover’s paradise, with many ephemeral spring beauties to explore.
Canoe Trip at Nine Mile Swamp
Led by Friends of Rogers and Adam Schoonmaker: paddle through beautiful Nine-Mile Swamp in Hubbardsville. This is an excellent trip for beginners who seek a moderate pace at which to view the stunning scenery of the central New York landscape.
Public Fishing Program
Join us for a hands-on fishing experience for all ages! This program covers the basics of fishing, including casting, baiting, and fish identification. Bring your own pole or borrow one of ours. People 16 and older will need a current fishing license.
Strawberry Blossom Soirée
This indoor–outdoor celebration at the historic Sherburne Inn will be our annual fundraiser for the Friends of Rogers. An afternoon filled with live music, bouquet-making, work from our artists in residence, charcuterie, flower arrangements & wildflower seeds.
Storytime and Hike
Families are invited to join Jenni Larchar for an hour of stories, music and outdoor exploration.
10:30 AM every Wednesday.
Waterfowl Walk
Join us for a exciting and information filled walk with Bill Snyder, professor of Wildlife Ecology & Management and North American Waterfowl at SUNY Morrisville. $8 per person, email erica@friendsofrogers.org to register.
All Abilities Day
This fun-filled afternoon invites participants of all abilities to explore nature through a rotation of hands-on indoor and outdoor activities.
Try a nature walk, experience a compost demonstration, create art with soil painting, explore our furs and skulls touch table, and make a craft to take home.
Cost is $8 per participant. Program Check in begins at 1:00pm .Event Runs from 1:30 to 3:30pm. Register with Gil Polk, Community Engagement Coordinator, at gil@friendsofrogers.org
Storytime and Hike
Families are invited to join Jenni Larchar for an hour of stories, music and outdoor exploration.
10:30 AM every Wednesday.
Maple Weekend!
Join us for a two-day Maple Magic celebration, which will feature the bubbling, boiling evaporator, live music in the Sugar Shack, maple syrup samples, educational demonstrations, and more! Hosted by Friends of Rogers & the Chenango County Historical Society.
Maple Weekend!
Join us for a two-day Maple Magic celebration, which will feature the bubbling, boiling evaporator, live music in the Sugar Shack, maple syrup samples, educational demonstrations, and more! Hosted by Friends of Rogers & the Chenango County Historical Society.
Stargazing with an Astronomer
Learn with Dr. Valerie Rapson under the night sky at the Farm Tower!
Dr. Rapson is an Astronomer and public outreach enthusiast who enjoys teaching people of all ages about science.
Storytime and Hike
Families are invited to join Jenni Larchar for an hour of stories, music and outdoor exploration.
10:30 AM every Wednesday.
Snowshoe at Adams Farm
Join us as we explore one of our scenic trails at Rogers Center on snowshoes.
This program is free for members, or $8 per person for non-members. Bring your own snowshoes or rent a pair from us at a reduced rate ($3 a pair).
All experience levels are welcome—dress for the weather, and come enjoy winter with us!
Winter Living Celebration!
Join us for our annual Winter Living Celebration—jam-packed with fun, family-friendly activities! Enjoy snowshoeing, sleigh rides, cross-cut saw demonstrations, live music performances, campfire pits, crafts, and so much more.
Snowshoe Adventure
Join us as we explore one of our scenic trails at Rogers Center on snowshoes.
First Day Hike
We will meet in the main parking lot at the Rogers Center, adjacent to State Route 80.
Celebrate the 15th year of First Day Hikes with a guided walk at Rogers Environmental Education Center, led by the Friends of Rogers and the Bullthistle Hiking Club. Choose between a gentle 1.4-mile loop beside Channels Marsh and the Chenango River, or a more challenging 1.1-mile route to the Farm Tower for scenic views of the valley in winter. Registration is not required.
Hike 1: Easy - 1.4-mile loop of flat terrain bordering Channels marsh and the edge of the Chenango River. Some tree roots and one mild incline.
Hike 2: Moderate - 1.1-mile loop, including a moderately steep uphill to the Farm Tower with views of the surrounding valley.
There are Leopold benches where hikers can sit and rest along both trails.
We will meet in the main parking lot at the Rogers Center, adjacent to State Route 80. Please wear layers and dress for the weather. All ages welcome. No pets are allowed on this hike.
Visitor Center Closed
Visitors Center Closed December 24th-31st. Ground and Trails open to the public, sunrise-sunset.
Winter Solstice Walk
Welcome in the longest night of the year with a peaceful walk at sunset. We’ll take in the sights and sounds of winter as daylight fades and the magic of the solstice settles in.
Storytime and Hike
Each Wednesday at 10:30 am, Jenni Larchar leads families in music, stories, and outdoor exploration.
Storytime and Hike
Jenni Larchar leads Storytime and Hike at Rogers Center in Sherburne each Wednesday at 10:30 am. Perfect for new moms, small children, toddlers. Music and stories, outdoor exploration.
Storytime and Hike
Each Wednesday at 10:30 am, Jenni Larchar leads families in music, stories, and outdoor exploration.
Thankful for Trails Community Trail Clean-up
Join in this community event as we clean up the grounds around Rogers. We will begin the litter pick up in our main parking lot and then hit the trail!We will have garbage bags and gloves.
Event is free of charge, but registration is required, email Erica to register for this event at erica@friendsofrogers.org
Open Homeschool Group
Our Homeschool Program at the Rogers Center offers a unique and enriching learning experience for students of all ages. This program is designed to connect children with the natural world, fostering curiosity, environmental stewardship, and hands-on learning.
The cost is $8 per student for each program.
Email erica@friendsofrogers.org to register.
Storytime and Hike
Each Wednesday at 10:30 am, Jenni Larchar leads families in music, stories, and outdoor exploration.
Storytime and Hike
Each Wednesday at 10:30 am, Jenni Larchar leads families in music, stories, and outdoor exploration.
Storytime and Hike
Each Wednesday at 10:30 am, Jenni Larchar leads families in music, stories, and outdoor exploration.
Storytime and Hike
Families are invited to join Jenni Larchar for an hour of stories, music and outdoor exploration.
10:30 AM every Wednesday.
Animals of Halloween
A staple at Rogers Center for decades, Animals of Halloween features not-so-scary Halloween fun for families and individuals.
Guided walks depart from the outdoor classroom, where there will be kids crafts, face painting, festive photo booth, and a magic show.
Head down the lit path and stop at several locations for a fun skit about some of the critters that call Rogers home.
Cider and donuts await your return. Enjoy music and good company around the campfire.
Storytime and Hike
Families are invited to join Jenni Larchar for an hour of stories, music and outdoor exploration.
10:30 AM every Wednesday.
Storytime and Hike
Families are invited to join Jenni Larchar for an hour of stories, music and outdoor exploration.
10:30 AM every Wednesday.
Storytime and Hike
Families are invited to join Jenni Larchar for an hour of stories, music and outdoor exploration.
10:30 AM every Wednesday.
Wildlife Day
Join us for Wildlife Day on Saturday, October 4, 2025! DEC, in partnership with State Parks and Parks & Trails New York (PTNY), will host stewardship and educational events across the state to celebrate wildlife conservation and protect New York wildlife. Help plant native species and remove invasive plants to foster healthy wildlife habitat.