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Albany Pine Bush Preserve
Upcoming Programs and Events
Upcoming programs and events in the Albany Pine Bush Preserve.
Make reservations online or you can call 518.456.0655. If you don't have an account, you will need to create one during the reservation process.
Reservations required. Visit AlbanyPineBush.org/events or call 518-456-0655.
All programs and events are free unless otherwise noted.
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"Birds and Bites" Drop-In Bird Banding Observation
Tuesday, May 12, 2026 | 6:00 am
Come see wild birds up close as scientists from the Albany Pine Bush Preserve Commission and NYS Department of Environmental Conservation carefully fit them with uniquely coded leg-bands, before releasing them back to the wild. Snacks and drinks from the Mighty Sweet Baking Company will be available for purchase. Suitable for all ages.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026 | 12:00 pm
Join us on a 0.9 mile hike to look for wild blue lupine and learn more about the important role this wildflower plays in our inland pine barrens ecosystem! Suitable for ages 6+
Thursday, May 14, 2026 | 6:00 pm
Join us for a 1.2 mile hike among the highest dunes in the Albany Pine Bush Preserve and learn about our habitat restoration efforts. This program is suitable for ages 8+
Saturday, May 16, 2026 | 1:00 pm
Join us on a 0.9 mile hike to look for wild blue lupine and learn more about the important role this wildflower plays in our inland pine barrens ecosystem! Suitable for ages 6+
Book Reading: A Sky That Sings
Sunday, May 17, 2026 | 11:00 am
Join author Anita Sanchez for a book reading of her and co-author George Steele's new book A Sky That Sings and stay for a book signing after! Suitable for all ages.
Tuesday, May 19, 2026 | 12:00 pm
Join us on a 0.9 mile hike to look for wild blue lupine and learn more about the important role this wildflower plays in our inland pine barrens ecosystem! Suitable for ages 6+
Tuesday, May 19, 2026 | 5:00 pm
Join us on a 0.9 mile hike to look for wild blue lupine and learn more about the important role this wildflower plays in our inland pine barrens ecosystem! Suitable for ages 6+
Wednesday, May 20, 2026 | 7:00 pm
Join the Friends of the Pine Bush Community for an online discussion on "The Soul of an Octopus: A Surprising Exploration into the Wonder of Consciousness" by Sy Montgomery.
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Thursday, May 21, 2026 | 7:00 pm
Curious about the science shaping the future of our region? Join us at the Albany Pine Bush Discovery Center for a special evening that brings research to life. Suitable for tweens, teens and adults.
Certified Seed Collector Volunteer Training
Saturday, May 23, 2026 | 9:00 am
The APB Certified Seed Collector is an important and greatly appreciated volunteer position, essential to maintaining the integrity of the Albany Pine Bush Preserve as a globally rare ecosystem.
Saturday, May 23, 2026 | 1:00 pm
Join us on a 0.9 mile hike to look for wild blue lupine and learn more about the important role this wildflower plays in our inland pine barrens ecosystem! Suitable for ages 6+
Botanical Drawing With Colored Pencils
Sunday, May 24, 2026 | 1:00 pm
In this 2.5 hour class participants will learn the basics of Botanical Drawing with artist Nancy Lyons in the beautiful setting of the Albany Pine Bush Preserve. Suitable for beginner to intermediate students, ages 14+
Monday, May 25, 2026 | 11:00 am
Photography is a great way to blend art, science, and nature! Join us to learn about different techniques to capture the beauty of nature and preserve what you see for years to come. Suitable for tweens, teens and adults.
Tuesday, May 26, 2026 | 12:00 pm
Join us on a 0.9 mile hike to look for wild blue lupine and learn more about the important role this wildflower plays in our inland pine barrens ecosystem! Suitable for ages 6+
Friday, May 29, 2026 | 4:00 pm
The Albany Pine Bush Preserve presents "Nature Night Out", a series of evening events that invite everyone to drop everything and get into nature. The Albany Pine Bush Discovery Center will extend operations until 7pm on each of these days, capitalizing on those longer sunlit hours.
Saturday, May 30, 2026 | 10:00 am
Stop by the Discovery Center and purchase native pine barrens plants for your home garden!
Free! Learn to Fish Clinic at Six Mile Waterworks
Saturday, May 30, 2026 | 10:00 am
Learn how to fish at this free sport fishing clinic at Six Mile Waterworks!
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"Birds and Bites" Drop-In Bird Banding Observation
Sunday, May 31, 2026 | 6:00 am
Come see wild birds up close as scientists from the Albany Pine Bush Preserve Commission and NYS Department of Environmental Conservation carefully fit them with uniquely coded leg-bands, before releasing them back to the wild. Snacks and drinks from the Mighty Sweet Baking Company will be available for purchase. Suitable for all ages.
Community Science: FrogWatch Volunteer Training
Wednesday, June 3, 2026 | 6:30 pm
The evening will provide an introduction to FrogWatch, a community science program of the Akron Zoo.
Community Science: National Butterfly Count Volunteer Training
Wednesday, June 17, 2026 | 7:00 pm
Join us to learn what butterflies can be found in the Albany Pine Bush Preserve and how you can participate in the 2026 National Butterfly Count.
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