Membership
Memorial Tree Program
Employment Opportunities
Evergreen Society
Recognizing those who have made estate plans, life-income arrangements, and life insurance plans that include Friends of Rogers Education Center.
Volunteer
Donate
Donate
Donate Items
Any items you wish to donate to the Friends of Rogers can be dropped off during Visitor Center hours or special arrangements can be made. If you have items you wish to donate, feel free to contact us or stop in!
- Canoes and kayaks
- Chest high waders
- Copy paper
- First-aid supplies
- Fishing rods and reels
- Spade shovel
- Rain and snow gear for children
- Skis, ski boots, ski poles
- Snowshoes
Please call (607) 674-4733 or email info@friendsofrogers.org to arrange a drop off time.
Evergreen Society
legacy and estate donations
Established by Friends of Rogers, the Evergreen Society recognizes those who have made estate plans, life-income arrangements, and life insurance plans that include Friends of Rogers Environmental Education Center. The importance of these future gifts cannot be underestimated, as they will provide funds needed to ensure the continuation of outstanding educational opportunities that excite, inspire, and motivate people of all ages to enjoy, understand, appreciate, and protect our natural environment. You do not need to notify Friends of Rogers of your intent, but you will need to contact your estate planner or attorney to include Friends of Rogers in your final plans.
Membership in the Evergreen Society Provides an opportunity to say “thank you” to the many generous individuals who have chosen to give back to Friends of Rogers through a deferred gift. The impact of these gifts is especially powerful because members of the Evergreen Society inspire others to consider supporting Friends of Rogers in a similar manner.
All persons who notify Friends of Rogers that their estate plans include Friends of Rogers automatically become members of the Evergreen Society in recognition of this future support.
Sample bequest language to include Friends of Rogers in your will:
Memorial Tree Program
A tree planted in someone’s memory is a living tribute that benefits present and future generations, and is perhaps the most fitting memorial gift of all. Each tree is adorned with a personalized Memorial Tree necklace, designed to expand as the tree grows. Memorial Trees at Rogers Center are sustainable monuments that will remain active in the natural landscape for many generations. For more information please contact us below.
Volunteering Opportunities
Carpentry
Responsibilities: building bridges, boardwalks, fences, exhibits to add convenience, safety, and beauty to Rogers Center.
Hours: to be arranged with staff
Feeder Maintenance
Responsibilities: fill fish food vending machines (spring through fall) and bird feeders (fall through spring); also clean the feeders once a year.
Hours: 2-3 times per week for an hour each time
Horticulture
Responsibilities: plant, weed, and water a section of our gardens designed to attract wildlife.
Hours: As many as you have in spring to prepare beds and one or two days at the end of the season
Nest Boxes
Responsibilities: inventory and record use, check the condition, and clean out bluebird boxes and wood duck boxes.
Hours: every 3-4 days during nesting season; the number of hours depends on how many nest boxes you are monitoring
Office
Responsibilities: greet visitors with a big smile and friendly demeanor, answer the phone, sell bookstore/giftshop
items, maintain inventory and office organization, and help provide answers to visitor questions.
Hours: anytime during regular Visitor Center hours
Trail
Responsibilities: clip branches, spread mulch, pick up litter, and check signs along the trails; tools are provided.
Hours: weekly, as you have time and as often as you’d like
