February News at Rosamund Gifford Zoo

Snow Leopard Days
Though  piles of snow and dipping temperatures make some outside activities  difficult this season, going to the zoo is easier than ever! The  Rosamond Gifford Zoo is currently celebrating Snow Leopard Days with  admission prices that are reduced by more than half; adult tickets  are $3.00 and seniors, young adults and children (ages 3 to 15) are  $2.00.

Winter Break Camp at the Zoo!
Did you  know that the animals on the Wild Life Trail love the cold weather?  Winter is a great time to visit the zoo! Each day the camp topic  will be different, but you can expect zoo tours, animal  interactions, crafts, snacks and activities every day as we explore  the zoo during the winter. Come for one day or all week;  pre-registration is required for all programs. Click here for details.

Winter Walking Club
Does your  2010 resolution involve getting in shape, spending extra time with  your family or just getting out of the house more? Step into the New  Year with the Rosamond Gifford Zoo’s Winter Walking Club.  Participation is included in the price of admission and is free for  members of the zoo. Bring the kids or meet a few friends and walk  the half-mile trail. Stop by the zoo’s membership desk for complete  details.

How Long is Your Paper Trail?

I unsubscribed to the newspaper years ago when I found myself doing most of my news reading online. My husband calls it “news snacking” Read more

Massage: Therapy that feels good

Here is an excerpt of an article, related to massage therapy, that was recently posted to Syracuse.com

By Amber Smith / Health & Fitness Editor

Practitioners say people with injuries or chronic pain can benefit from therapeutic massage. Some people find relief from massage therapy they don’t get from a prescription bottle. These aren’t frazzled workers who need help relaxing. And they’re not ladies of leisure who while away the day at Mirbeau or Skana.

“There are several places to receive massage and bodywork in Central New York, all offering different modalities and skill levels,” says Capozzi, the lead massage therapist at CNY Healing Arts. Read the full article on massage therapy at Syracuse.com here.