Varied Wetlands
Its varied wetlands are home to diverse species of wildlife and plants such as:
- Creeks
- Meadows
- Vernal ponds
- Woodland
- Terrain of wetlands
This diversity of land and species offers numerous opportunities for education and recreation. It is our challenge, to foster a positive balance between peoples use of the land while preserving its natural habitat.
Volunteer Efforts & Financial Support
We invite you to join us. Our success depends upon your volunteer efforts and financial support.
What Your Membership Does for the Center
- Supports our mission to enhance each visitor's appreciation and awareness of the natural world.
- Provides for physical improvements to the Nature Center.
- Maintains Public Access to one of Upstate New York's most diverse natural areas.
- Ensures the development of nature-related programs.
What Your Friends Membership Does for You
- A Membership Card and Decal
- Nature Center Quarterly Publication
- Program Discounts and Special "Members Only" Opportunities
- Voting privileges
Become a Member
Complete the membership form (PDF) and mail with a check payable to:
Friends of Sterling Nature Center
P.O. Box 216
Sterling, New York 13156
Volunteers Are Needed for
- Buildings preservation:
- Electrical
- Heating
- Painting
- Plumbing
- Roofing
- Carpentry (Jensvold house and Pavilions)
- Education
- Exhibits
- Fundraising or Membership drive
- Gardening
- Publications or Presentations
- Research
- Signs
- Trail building
Your skills and help are needed. Please call 315-947-6143 for more information.