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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.
Squirrel Appreciation Day Movie and Hike
Wednesday, January 21, 2026 | 1:00 pm
Did you know that January 21st is National Squirrel Appreciation Day? Come join us to view a 53-minute film about the squirrel family and discover the secrets to their success. After the film we will go on a short hike to explore squirrel habitat and investigate the signs they leave behind. This program is suitable for all ages.
Discover the Pine Bush at Karner Barrens
Saturday, January 24, 2026 | 11:00 am
Join us on a journey to the Pine Bush to explore what makes this ecosystem so unique. Suitable for all ages.
Monday, February 2, 2026 | 11:00 am
Whether you call them groundhogs or woodchucks join us for a short talk and walk to learn more about these common mammals. This program is suitable for all ages.
Saturday, February 7, 2026 | 11:00 am
Learn the basics of snowshoeing while exploring the frozen landscape of the Albany Pine Bush Preserve. Suitable for all ages.
Friday, February 13, 2026 | 4:00 pm
You're invited to Night at the Discovery Center to see the exhibits come to life! Suitable for all ages.
Tuesday, February 17, 2026 | 10:00 am
Join us for a morning showing of the 1996 movie Microcosmos - an up close view into the amazing world of insects! Suitable for ages 6+
Tuesday, February 17, 2026 | 2:00 pm
Join us for an afternoon showing of the 1996 movie Microcosmos - an up close view into the amazing world of insects! Suitable for ages 6+
Wednesday, February 18, 2026 | 10:00 am
Join us for a short presentation about the fascinating features of spiders and make your own "Spider Rescue Kit." Suitable for ages under 10 with a caregiver.
Thursday, February 19, 2026 | 2:00 pm
Join us for an approximately one-mile winter afternoon walk over rolling sand dunes as we look, listen, write, and draw, with the magnificent Pine Bush as our subject. Suitable for ages 8-13 with caregiver.
Friday, February 20, 2026 | 11:00 am
Join us as we learn about what animals are active here in the winter and how to identify their tracks, trail patterns, scat and activities. This program is suitable for ages 8+.
Discover the Pine Bush at Karner Barrens
Saturday, February 21, 2026 | 11:00 am
Join us on a journey to the Pine Bush to explore what makes this ecosystem so unique. Suitable for all ages.
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