On a very warm fall day, where the temperature hit 78 degrees, nine people journeyed to Rogers Environmental Center to explore their grounds. First, we looked for trout in the trout ponds. Not many were to be found.

For the second part of the trek we hiked up to the Farm Tower for a spectacular, 270-degree view of the surrounding countryside, resplendent with beautiful fall colors of red, orange, and yellow. After traveling back down the hill we walked to the trail along the Chenango River. Unfortunately, most of the trail had been washed away by the heavy rains we had during the year. We were, however, able to do many of the trails around the marsh. After the hike, all nine of us stopped for ice cream and enjoyed the warm summer-like afternoon.

By Mike H.