Syracuse.com - 'Walking in Winter Wineryland' event features snowshoeing and wine tasting

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The Montezuma Winery and Montezuma Audubon Center are teaming up for the 7th annual "Walking in a Winter Wineryland.' from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Feb. 1. Enjoy hiking, snowshoeing, a live bird presentation and a winemaker's luncheon. The day starts at Montezuma Winery, where a guide from the Audubon Center will lead a hike. Upon returning to the...

The Montezuma Winery and Montezuma Audubon Center are teaming up for the 7th annual "Walking in a Winter Wineryland.' from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Feb. 1.

Enjoy hiking, snowshoeing, a live bird presentation and a winemaker's luncheon.

The day starts at Montezuma Winery, where a guide from the Audubon Center will lead a hike.

Upon returning to the winery, participants will be served mulled wine or hot chocolate, followed by a winemaker's luncheon paired with Montezuma Winery wines.

Following lunch will be a live birds of prey presentation by bird rehabilitator, Jean Soprano of Kindred Kingdom. Guests will learn about some of the area's native birds of prey and their habitat and the importance of wildlife conservation and management.

Participants are invited to bring their own snowshoes or rentals are available on a first-come basis (snowshoes are not required for hiking).

The cost for adults is $30/person without snowshoes or $35/person with snowshoe rental. Kids under 12 are $17 without snowshoes or $20 with snowshoe rental.

A portion of the ticket sales will be donated to the Montezuma Audubon Center. Call Montezuma Winery at 315-568-8190 to make reservations. Space is limited. Pre-paid reservations required prior to Jan. 30.

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