The River Photograph Exhibit Opening and Slide Lecture with Matt Burnett

Utica Public Library is pleased to invite the public to "The River", an exhibition of photographs from the acclaimed Northern Forest Explorers Program. Join Artist and NYS guide Matt Burnett as he recounts highlights from 10 years of youth outdoor programming in the Adirondack Wilderness. Over a decade of programming, Matt Burnett Guiding has partnered with several organizations aimed at expanding these opportunities to more communities. Many of the photographs in this exhibition include adventures featuring Midtown Utica Community Center, who have joined us for paddling, ice fishing and many other adventures. This collaboration introduced children to outdoor living, environmental conservation, and teamwork, helping them integrate and build essential skills in an inclusive setting.

The exhibition will run from Monday December 1st until Friday January 20th.
Photographer and Guide Matt Burnett will give a slide lecture to share the growth and success of the program and also to answer questions for future paddlers.
Please join us on Monday December 1st at 6pm for a lecture to be followed by refreshments and the opportunity to talk with the guide and past participants.