Nature is neat.
Go hug a tree or learn something about your local natural habitat today.
Guided Docent Programs
Docent Program Descriptions:
Architecture Tour
Enjoy a walking tour around the mall that highlights the fine arts style of architecture and juxtaposes it against the New Deal history that transformed the park and the Saratoga region.
Beautiful Butterflies:
Walk into one of nature’s unique ecosystems right here in our park and learn why it’s home to the Federally Endangered Karner Blue Butterfly and others.
Bike with a Docent
Learn about the park from a docent on a leisurely ride along our trails. Bring your own bicycle. Helmets are required for children under 14.
History Stroll
Join a docent for a short walking tour to discover the history surrounding the park and how it continues to shape the region today.
Saving the Springs
Learn about the historic struggle to save the mineral springs of Saratoga and how it impacts the park today.
Springs Tour
Enjoy a refreshing springs walk that describes the different springs, how they came to be, and why they taste different from each other.
Streamside Walk
Learn about the unique qualities that make Geyser Creek an important part of the park ecosystem.
Trails of the Park
Take a moderate hike around Saratoga Spa Park with a park docent.
Tree Wander
Identify several key tree species that are historically significant to the park and learn why they grow where they do.
Whose Habitat?
A habitat is a home! Explore three different habitats within the park and understand why each is important to different species.
Amazing Ants
2:00pm – 3:30pm
Albany Pine Bush Discovery Center
195 New Karner Road
Albany NY, 12205
Event Type: Conservation Program; Recreation Program
Cost: $3.00
Ants live on nearly all of Earth’s land masses, where they busily shape our ecosystems, yet they are often outside the reach of our attention. Come join us for a very short hike (approximately one-quarter mile) where we will look for some of the 53 different species of ants that call the Pine Bush home and learn about their peculiar and fascinating habits. Ages 6+.
Pre-registration is required for all events.
Fee: $3.00/person, $5.00/family.
Please plan to arrive at least 5-10 minutes before the start of the program to purchase your ticket.
Tickets can also be purchased in advance of the program at the Discovery Center reception desk.
Groups with 8 or more people, please call us for special accommodations.
Note: Programs begin promptly at times listed. Please notify us if you need to cancel your registration so we can open your spot up to the waiting list.
While leashed pets are permitted on marked trails, we ask that visitors not bring pets to our educational programs.
DIRECTIONS TO APB DISCOVERY CENTER: From I-87 take exit 2W (Rt 5 West, Central Avenue). Follow Rt 5 for about 2 miles then turn left onto Rt 155 (New Karner Rd). Continue on Rt 155 for about 1.2 miles. The Discovery Center is located on the left at 195 New Karner Road. (518)456-0655
Karner Station | Special Exhibit
6/3/2016
12/31/2016
Where:
Albany Pine Bush Discovery Center
195 New Karner Road
Albany NY, 12205
Event Type: Discovery Center Program
All Aboard…Next Stop Karner Station
Gain exclusive access to the world of the Karner blue butterfly in the latest special exhibit at the Albany Pine Bush Discovery Center. This extraordinary exhibit called Karner Station is free and will take wing on June 3rd.
The adventure begins, near the old whistle stop at Karner Train Station, where the remarkable Karner blue butterfly was first documented. Moving along the tracks, visitors explore the important world of this federally-endangered butterfly; including how it was discovered, what makes it unique, where it lives, what the Albany Pine Bush Preserve Commission is doing to protect it, and how you can help.
Don’t miss your opportunity to board the train to Karner Station as this amazing experience will end in December 2016.
DIRECTIONS TO APB DISCOVERY CENTER: From I-87 take exit 2W (Rt 5 West, Central Avenue). Follow Rt 5 for about 2 miles then turn left onto Rt 155 (New Karner Rd). Continue on Rt 155 for about 1.2 miles. The Discovery Center is located on the left at 195 New Karner Road. (518)456-0655
