Albany Pine Bush Preserve
Upcoming Programs and Events
Check back often! We will be adding more events soon.
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.
Friday, November 28, 2025 | 11:00 am
Join us to get outside for some fresh air and exercise while being reflective on what we are thankful for. This program is suitable for all ages.
Thursday, December 4, 2025 | 6:00 pm
Enjoy the Pine Bush Preserve at night with a hike to watch the moonrise. This program is suitable for adults.
Morning Meander: Karner Barrens
Friday, December 5, 2025 | 10:00 am
Start your day outdoors and join us for a hike in the Karner Barrens region of the Albany Pine Bush Preserve. Suitable for adults.
2025 Pine Bush Perspectives Photo Exhibit Opening Reception
Friday, December 5, 2025 | 6:00 pm
Join us for the unveiling of this year's juried photo exhibit, celebrating the uniqueness and diversity of the Albany Pine Bush Preserve.
Monday, December 8, 2025 | 11:00 am
Our experts will guide you along this 1-mile hike over rolling sand dunes where you will discover Pine Bush natural history and seasonal surprises and transformations. Suitable for ages 6+.
Sunday, December 14, 2025 | 10:00 am
Want to get into birding, but don't know where to start? Come explore the Karner Barrens region of the preserve with us and look for winter birds! We will learn how to use binoculars and identify birds by sight and sound. This program is suitable for ages 10+.
Saturday, December 20, 2025 | 11:00 am
Have you ever heard a coyote howl? Or wondered what they might be doing? Come find answers to these questions and more! We will start indoors with a short talk then head out on the trails for an approximately 1 mile walk. This program is suitable for ages 6+.
Friday, December 26, 2025 | 11:00 am
Looking for a chance to get outdoors for some exercise and enjoy the Albany Pine Bush? Join us for a 2.6 mile hike through the Karner Barrens region of the preserve. Suitable for all ages.
Sunday, December 28, 2025 | 11:00 am
Interested in learning more about white-tailed deer in the Albany Pine Bush? Join us for an indoor-outdoor program and discover something new about one of the largest mammals in the Pine Bush! This program is suitable for ages 6+
Monday, December 29, 2025 | 11:00 am
Stop by the Discovery Center to learn about owls and dissect an owl pellet! Suitable for ages 6+
Monday, December 29, 2025 | 1:00 pm
Stop by the Discovery Center to learn about owls and dissect an owl pellet! Suitable for ages 6+
CSI Pine Bush: Critter Scene Investigation
Tuesday, December 30, 2025 | 11:00 am
How are your detective skills? Join us for a "Critter Scene Investigation" in the Pine Bush and solve natural mysteries using the clues animals leave behind. This program is suitable for ages 6+
Community Science: Great Backyard Bird Count Volunteer Training
Wednesday, February 4, 2026 | 7:00 pm
Join us for an informative training on winter birds! We will discuss how to identify local species, use eBird to share your sightings, and get involved in the 2026 Great Backyard Bird Count.
Community Science: FrogWatch Volunteer Training
Wednesday, March 11, 2026 | 6:30 pm
The evening will provide an introduction to FrogWatch, a community science program of the Akron Zoo.
Community Science: iMap Invasives Volunteer Training
Wednesday, March 25, 2026 | 7:00 pm
Volunteer community scientists can make valuable contributions that help conservation professionals manage invasive species.
Community Science: American Woodcock Survey Volunteer Training
Thursday, April 16, 2026 | 7:00 pm
We will learn about the American woodcock, an enigmatic woodland "shorebird" that has been declining in number since the 1960s, and how you can help us monitor them in the preserve.
Community Science: Eastern Whip-poor-will Survey Volunteer Training
Thursday, May 7, 2026 | 7:00 pm
We will learn about the Eastern whip-poor-will and how you can help us monitor them in the preserve.
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.
Community Science: Karner Blue Butterfly Survey Volunteer Training
Thursday, June 25, 2026 | 7:00 pm
Join us to learn about the endangered Karner blue butterfly to help us survey for them in restored areas of the preserve.
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