Albany Pine Bush Preserve Commission: press-room

December 03, 2024

December 2024 Volunteer of the Month

On several very early Pine Bush mornings, December’s Volunteer of the month was within the preserve doing net runs and banding birds.

December 01, 2024

Support Ticket to Ride 2025

One of the most impactful things that we can all do to ensure a better future is to give kids the opportunity to love and appreciate the natural world around them.

On Sunday, December 1st, 2024, the Albany Pine Bush Preserve Discovery Center Gift Shop is thrilled to participate in Museum Store Sunday, an annual holiday shopping day supporting cultural institutions and their stores.

October 15, 2024

October 2024 Volunteer of the Month

The Albany Pine Bush would like to name our longest-term volunteer Jim Gelston as Volunteer of the Month for October.

Smokey Bear Day 2024

The Albany Pine Bush Preserve will host its annual Smokey Bear Day on Saturday October 5, 2024, 10am – 2pm at the Discovery Center located at 195 New Karner Road in Albany.

2024 Barrens Birding Blitz

The 2024 Barrens Birding Blitz (BBB) is an annual community event at the Albany Pine Bush Preserve.

September 2024 Volunteer of the Month

Treasurer of The Friends of the Pine Bush Community, Bob Keesee, is the September 2024 Volunteer of the Month!

National Prescribed Fire Workshop Comes to Albany

Wildland fire scientists and managers from 20 states visit the Albany Pine Bush Preserve as part of a 3-day Prescribed Fire Science and Management Workshop.

August 07, 2024

August 2024 Volunteer of the Month

Laura Whalen’s passion for the outdoors and the Albany Pine Bush along with her commitment as a volunteer naturalist has earned her the title Volunteer of the Month for August 2024.

July 10, 2024

July 2024 Volunteer of the Month

Meet July 2024 volunteer of the month, Margaret Blohm.

June 20, 2024

June 2024 Volunteer of the Month

Bob Mitchell is Volunteer of the Month for June 2024!

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

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 30, 2023

May 2023 Volunteer of the month

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.

February 14, 2023

February 2023 Volunteer of the Month

The February 2023 Volunteer of the Month is Rosemarie Tobin, a veteran volunteer whose service spans three decades beginning in 1992 with her husband Morey Vrooman.

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.

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.

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.

Lupine Fest 2022

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

Celebrate Earth Day with us!

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

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.

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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.