Welcome to Amberations
Amberations is a 501(c-3) not-for-profit organization in Marietta, New York.
Our primary focus is to develop our 50 acre site as a natural oasis for people of all abilities to enjoy. We have two streams, beautiful woods, fields, abundant wildlife, a barn with a donkey, sheep, cats, ducks and chickens, an outhouse, and plans for trails and gardens.
All of this is the work of volunteers. We always need help and invite you to join us. Our grounds are always open however we suggest you call before your first visit to arrange for a guided tour. Our goal is to support mental health by offering opportunities and encouragement to interact with our natural environment.
Amberations has scheduled a series of events for Sundays in July.
On July 11th Eva Briggs will be demonstrating search and rescue techniques with her certified team of search and rescue dogs.
On July 18th we will host Denise Brennan who will entertain us with her "Cock Tales for Kids of All Ages"
A T-shirt workshop will be held on July 25th. Call with Tshirt colors and sizes before July 1st (ten dollar fee per shirt).
All events will take place at 5pm, rain or shine. Campfire will follow, weather permitting.
Bike Race and Fun Ride
Despite the weather, there was a nice turnout for the Amberations 2010 Bike Race and Fun Ride. After the race, riders and spectators took part in our annual Duck Race. The skies cleared up nicely later in the day and many people tried out the new treasure hunt.
The top three finishers and their times.
1st - CJ Kozlowski 55:32
2nd - Jim Allen 1:00:32
3rd - Matthew Kertesz 1:06:06
Congratulations to the winners and thanks to our volunteers and generous donors. We could not keep Amberations going without you.
click here for photos of the event
Join us next year for the 2011 Bike Race and Fun Ride.
Mission Statement
Our purpose is to provide opportunities for the mentally and physically challenged to impact and interact with the natural environment. When we wrote that we gave lots of thought to the "mentally and physically challenged" part. While some of us are really hoping to attract individuals from group homes and others are thinking of children with disabilities; it was always agreed upon that we are all mentally or physically challenged (if someone knows anyone that's not, we'd love to meet that person).
Amberations exists for anyone. As we evolve we are finding that individuals and groups are benefiting from our site that we had never considered. That is what we intended...for Amberations to be a work in progress and for it to evolve as the needs of our community determine. So often even the founding members are rushing, rushing, rushing and barely have time to stop and enjoy what we have built. When we do finally steal an hour or two to pull weeds, rake, or clear brush the sense of joy, peace and contentment is overwhelming. That's what we are about...supporting mental health through interaction with the natural environment...for everyone. Please join us.
