Albany Pine Bush Preserve

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Photos and Frost

Monday, December 23, 2024  |  10:00 am

Join us on a 0.9 mile hike for fresh air in a rare ecosystem. We’ll be discussing the difference between frost and snow and learn tips and tricks on how to photograph ice crystals, snow, and things covered in frost. This program is suitable for tweens, teens, and adults.

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Annual Cookie Burner Hike

Thursday, December 26, 2024  |  11:00 am

Looking for a way to work off those cookies and other holiday treats? Join us for a 2.6 mile hike through the Karner Barrens region of the preserve. Suitable for Ages 8+

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Owl Investigation

Friday, December 27, 2024  |  11:00 am

Join us to learn about the owls that live in the Pine Bush Preserve and the signs they leave behind. Suitable for ages 8+

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Discover the Pine Bush at Karner Barrens

Saturday, December 28, 2024  |  11:00 am

Our experts will guide you along this 0.9-mile hike over rolling sand dunes where you will discover Pine Bush natural history and seasonal surprises and transformations. Suitable for all ages.

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Owl Investigation

Monday, December 30, 2024  |  10:00 am

Join us to learn about the owls that live in the Pine Bush Preserve and the signs they leave behind. Suitable for ages 8+

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Winter Wonder Walk

Saturday, January 4, 2025  |  11:00 am

Rachel Carson, writer and ecologist, will be our inspiration as we take in our surroundings and search for a sense of wonder along a 1.4 mile hike over rolling sand dunes. Suitable for all ages.

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Volunteer Docent Interview

Monday, January 6, 2025  |  10:00 am

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Volunteer Docent Interview

Monday, January 6, 2025  |  2:00 pm

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Pine Bush Pups: Neat Feet

Tuesday, January 7, 2025  |  10:00 am

Who passed this way? Help us look for signs of animals that live in the Pine Bush. This program is suitable for ages under 6 with caregivers.

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Volunteer Docent Interview

Tuesday, January 7, 2025  |  2:00 pm

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Winter Bird Identification (Online)

Wednesday, January 8, 2025  |  7:00 pm

Join us for a virtual introduction to basic bird identification. This program is suitable for teens and adults.

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Volunteer Docent Interview

Sunday, January 12, 2025  |  10:30 am

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Volunteer Docent Interview

Sunday, January 12, 2025  |  2:00 pm

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Volunteer Docent Interview

Monday, January 13, 2025  |  10:00 am

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Volunteer Docent Interview

Monday, January 13, 2025  |  2:00 pm

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Full Moon Hike at Kings Highway Barrens

Monday, January 13, 2025  |  4:30 pm

Enjoy the night under a full moon and experience some of the unique features of the Pine Bush after the sun goes down. We will meet at the Kings Highway Barrens trailhead and then hike the 1.2 mile Red Trail. This program is suitable for tweens, teens and adults.

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Pine Bush Pups: Oh Deer!

Tuesday, January 14, 2025  |  10:00 am

Does a deer make a noise in the woods? What does a deer look like and what does it eat? Come to the Discovery Center and find out! This program is suitable for ages under 6 with caregiver.

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Volunteer Docent Interview

Tuesday, January 14, 2025  |  10:30 am

Sign up to meet with us and learn more about becoming a Volunteer Docent at the Discovery Center.

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Volunteer Docent Interview

Tuesday, January 14, 2025  |  2:00 pm

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Pine Bush Pups: Oh Deer!

Wednesday, January 15, 2025  |  10:00 am

Does a deer make a noise in the woods? What does a deer look like and what does it eat? Come to the Discovery Center and find out! This program is suitable for ages under 6 with caregiver.

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