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iNaturalist Training with Ecologist and Entomologist Amanda Dillon. Learn how to submit observations using the iNaturalist app, and how those submissions are used by Albany Pine Bush Preserve staff. Amanda is responsible for implementing preserve research projects and manages the Science Lecture Series and Community Science programs.
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One of the world’s most popular nature apps, iNaturalist helps you identify the plants and animals around you. Get connected with a community of over a million scientists and naturalists who can help you learn more about nature! What’s more, by recording and sharing your observations, you’ll create research quality data for scientists working to better understand and protect nature. iNaturalist is a joint initiative by the California Academy of Sciences and the National Geographic Society.
Our YouTube Teacher Resouces playlist has a variety of videos about the Albany Pine Bush to view and share. The collection includes short clips on inland pine barrens species, read-aloud stories, videos about Pine Bush research and more. We invite you to utilize these videos to enhance learning about the natural world around us!
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For a list of research papers that reference the Albany Pine Bush Preserve, check out this PDF.
Are you a group leader looking for educational activities to do with kids along the trails of the Pine Bush Preserve? Our self-guided activities are here for you to use. Check out this scavenger hunt developed for Tiger Cub Scouts!
Before heading out on the trail, please review the rules and regulations of the Albany Pine Bush Preserve and suggestions for staying safe on the trails.
We hope you enjoy your visit to the Albany Pine Bush Preserve!
Try a crossowrd puzzle with an ecology theme!
Try your hand at a Pine Bush plants and animals crossword puzzle!
Learn how to animate a drawing of the Karner blue butterfly!
Create this Wild turkey caller craft and make turkey sounds!
Find inspiration in the words of Rachel Carson and use your senses to explore the big and the small, the living and non-living and the seasonal surprises around you.
Check out the videos that our staff have posted about the Pine Bush!
Check out this color matching activity!
Explore the outdoors and search for the small!