Lupine Fest 2024

Now a month-long celebration in May

March 10, 2024

March 2024 Volunteer of the month

Please meet the March 2024 Albany Pine Bush Preserve Volunteer of the Month, Liz Ricci, an individual whose dedication and passion have become woven into the fabric of our community.

February 02, 2024

February 2024 Volunteer of the Month

MaryAnn Kosek is our Volunteer of the Month for February 2024.

February 01, 2024

2024 Discover the Night

The public is invited to a variety of special guided programs and experiences being held by the Albany Pine Bush Preserve during the month of February.

January 08, 2024

January 2024 Volunteer of the Month

Meet our esteemed first 2024 Volunteer of the Month, Don Allard, a dedicated and passionate individual whose commitment to the Pine Bush community has left an indelible mark.

2023 Pine Bush Perspectives Photo Exhibit

View the show both inside & outside at the Albany Pine Bush Preserve.

December 29, 2023

December 2023 Volunteer of the Month

In the heart of Pine Bush, hiking the trails and greeting visitors there's a dedicated volunteer whose passion for nature has made a lasting impact.

November 27, 2023

November 2023 Volunteer of the month

The Volunteer of the Month for November 2023 is Bill Collins, a crucial member of the burn crew since 2019.

Pine Bush Perspectives Photo Exhibit Opening

Browse this years’ show and see some amazing photos all taken in the Albany Pine Bush.

Museum Store Sunday 2023

Come join us on the Sunday after Thanksgiving, November 26th, 10am to 4pm to shop, save and win!

October 08, 2023

October 2023 Volunteer of the Month

The October 2023 Volunteer of the Month for the Albany Pine Bush Preserve is Patricia Jordan.

Smokey Bear Day

Saturday October 14, 2023, 10am – 2pm at the Discovery Center

Snowpack Monitoring

Albany Pine Bush Preserve Seeks Help from Neighbors

September 06, 2023

September 2023 Volunteer of the Month

The September 2023 Volunteer of the Month at the Albany Pine Bush Preserve is Mary Comley.

September 05, 2023

My Summer at the Albany Pine Bush Preserve

By student Evan Lawrence.

August 29, 2023

August 2023 Volunteer of the Month

The August 2023 Volunteer of the Month is Allen Landes.

Barrens Birding Blitz 2023

The 2023 Barrens Birding Blitz is a new special event at the Albany Pine Bush Preserve.

July 02, 2023

July 2023 Volunteer of the Month

The July 2023 Volunteer of the Month is Michael Heneka.

April 12, 2023

Mohawk Hudson Land Conservancy adds more land to the APB

More land is protected in the Albany Pine Bush Preserve in alliance with local municipal and non-profit partners.

April 05, 2023

April 2023 Volunteer of the month

The April 2023 Volunteer of the Month is Kathie Paul.

March 01, 2023

March 2023 Volunteer of the month

The March 2023 Volunteer of the Month is Alison VanKeuren.

Discover the Night 2023

The public is invited to a variety of special events, programs and experiences being held by the Albany Pine Bush Preserve during the February 18-26, 2023 winter school break.

Jam with the Junkman

Here’s a chance to add some unique and fun-tastic spice to your holiday activities. The Junkman will offer two interactive workshops in which music and music-making simultaneously integrate with messages about environmental stewardship.

Volunteer Open House

Come visit us on Wednesday, November 2nd from 7-8 pm at the Discovery Center to learn about the many ways you can become involved.

September 29, 2022

View the routes of migrating birds.

Our research with the New York State Museum reveals that blackpoll warblers, like this adult male captured earlier in the week, are traveling to the Pine Bush from Alaska and the NW Territories.

July 26, 2022

We're hiring!

Join our team!

Nature Night Out 2022

The Albany Pine Bush Preserve presents "Nature Night Out", a series of three summer evening events that invite everyone to drop everything and get into nature.

May 28, 2022

Free Saturday Nature Bus Service Returns to the Capital Region

Service to Run Every Saturday, May 28 through September 24

Lupine Fest 2022

Witness the magic of spring at the Albany Pine Bush Preserve's annual Lupine Fest on May 21, 2022.

Discover the Night 2022

The public is invited to a free hybrid online and in-person event being held by the Albany Pine Bush Preserve. Discover the Night is an opportunity to experience nighttime in the globally-rare Albany Pine Bush.

2021 Pine Bush Perspectives Exhibit

There are several different ways you can enjoy the exhibit this year.

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Lupine Fest 2021

Witness the magic of spring with Lupine Fest!

January 2021 Pine Bush Post Newsletter

Breaking news and upcoming events

December 29, 2020

Karner Kids Film Festival

We're excited to unveil the 2020 Karner Kids Virtual Film Festival!

2020 Pine Bush Perspectives Exhibit

See it along the trail at the Albany Pine Bush Preserve through March 1, 2021!

November 24, 2020

Discover the Night

The public is invited to a free online event being held by the Albany Pine Bush Preserve now through January 15, 2021.

Accepting Submissions for the Karner Kids Film Festival

Calling all junior producers and directors!

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Virtual Lupine Fest 2020

This year we're unable to hold our 16th Annual Lupine Fest in person, so we've decided to get creative and are inviting you to share your creativity, as well.

April 13, 2020

BirdWatching Magazine Highlights the Pine Bush

Read about how our preserve saves a butterfly — and lots of birds, too.

Our Resources Are Here For You

We put together some information about Pine Bush resources that people can utilize during this time of social distancing and remote learning.

Smokey Bear Day 2019

Celebrate Smokey's 75th birthday at the Pine Bush on October 14th!

Meet Up with Friends

Meetup is for folks interested in outdoor recreation, nature conservation, and environmental education.

Citizen Science

Citizen Science programs aspire to instill in our community members knowledge and appreciation of the Pine Bush while also providing us with scientific information that informs our restoration and management efforts.

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2018 Pine Bush Perspectives

Did you capture a great shot of a butterfly, frame a gorgeous sunset or zoom into the gills of a mushroom?