Looking for a scenic view without having to climb a mountain? Come visit the Historic Cornell Hill Fire Tower. The fire tower is open weather permitting.

No registration needed!

Looking for a scenic view without having to climb a mountain? Come visit the Historic Cornell Hill Fire Tower. The fire tower is open weather permitting.

No registration needed!

Take a morning stroll through the Saratoga Sand Plains to discover birds that call it home.

This program is made possible by the support of Brookfield Renewable.

To register for this program, click here.

Discover the aquatic wildlife found at Delegan Pond! Using dipnets, you will get to search for a variety of aquatic animals while learning about their life cycles and adaptations.

This is a drop-in program. Come at any time during the hours listed above!

This program is made possible by the support of Brookfield Renewable.

To register for this program, click here.

This workshop focuses on the relationship between humans and the natural environment, as you will observe nature around you on a guided walk and come back together for writing exercises and practice. This is a two-part, 90-minute workshop guiding participants on a short walk to be followed by an indoor discussion of nature writing elements.

Saratoga Arts made this program possible through the Community Arts Regrant Program, funded by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

To register for this program, click here.

Week 2: Nature Weaving

Each week we will dive into different nature-based topics to tie into the take-home craft that will conclude the program.

This program has a $3 supply fee.

To register for this program, click here.

The walk today is cancelled due to the heat advisory. To register for next week’s walk or another program, please follow the link below.

As the second brood of the Karner Blue emerges, the Monarch butterfly starts to make its migration back upstate New York. On a guided walk through the meadows, learn about the Saratoga Sand Plains ecosystem on which the Karner Blue and Monarch butterflies thrive.

To register for this program, click here.

Explore the diverse aquatic ecosystem found at Saratoga PLAN’s Round Lake Preserve! Start with a leisurely stroll down the boardwalk while learning about the organisms that call the Preserve home.

To register for this program, click here.

Come enjoy nature with others looking to get outside. This walk is geared towards gentle exercise and those with basic fitness levels. This program is suitable for ages 16 and up.

To register for this program, click here.

Discover the aquatic wildlife found at Delegan Pond! Using dipnets, you will get to search for a variety of aquatic animals while learning about their life cycles and adaptations.

This is a drop-in program. Come at any time during the hours listed above!

This program is made possible by the support of Brookfield Renewable.

To register for this program, click here.

A great start to the morning for an all-accessible birding program as we observe the waterfowl around Delegan Pond. This program will focus on the birds that might stop by the pond during their day of travel!

This program is made possible by the support of Brookfield Renewable.

To register for this program, click here.

Week 1: Pollinators and Bee hotels

Each week we will dive into different nature-based topics to tie into the take-home craft that will conclude the program.

This program has a $3 supply fee.

To register for this program, click here.

As the second brood of the Karner Blue emerges, the Monarch butterfly starts to make its migration back upstate New York. On a guided walk through the meadows, learn about the Saratoga Sand Plains ecosystem on which the Karner Blue and Monarch butterflies thrive.

To register for this program, click here.

Take a hike with our educators to learn new information about sights and sounds of Saratoga PLAN’s lovely Orra Phelps Preserve!

To register for this program, click here.

As the second brood of the Karner Blue emerges, the Monarch butterfly starts to make its migration back upstate New York. On a guided walk through the meadows, learn about the Saratoga Sand Plains ecosystem on which the Karner Blue and Monarch butterflies thrive.

To register for this program, click here.

Come enjoy nature with others looking to get outside. This walk is geared towards gentle exercise and those with basic fitness levels. This program is suitable for ages 16 and up.

To register for this program, click here.

The endangered Karner blue butterfly has two broods every year. The first brood emerges in late May and the second brood in early July. On a guided walk through the meadows, learn about the Saratoga Sand Plains ecosystem on which this animal thrives, and how it became endangered.

To register for this program, click here.

Looking for a scenic view without having to climb a mountain? Come visit the Historic Cornell Hill Fire Tower. The fire tower is open weather permitting.

No registration needed!

Looking for a scenic view without having to climb a mountain? Come visit the Historic Cornell Hill Fire Tower. The fire tower is open weather permitting.

No registration needed!

This walk is cancelled due to impending weather.

Come learn about the longest day of the year and how it can impact the wildlife of the Saratoga Sand Plains.

To register for this program, click here.

The endangered Karner blue butterfly has two broods every year. The first brood emerges in late May and the second brood in early July. On a guided walk through the meadows, learn about the Saratoga Sand Plains ecosystem on which this animal thrives, and how it became endangered.

To register for this program, click here.

Come enjoy nature with others looking to get outside. This walk is geared towards gentle exercise and those with basic fitness levels. This program is suitable for ages 16 and up.

To register for this program, click here.

Part 1: June 4, 6:30-8:30 PM

Part 2: June 13, 3:00-5:00 PM

Join our educators and the PRISM for a two-part series. Part 1 will be a training on how to use the iMap Invasives application, and Part 2 will be a guided walk to learn how to identify invasive species while using iMap Invasives.

Please note: Part II of the iMap Invasive Species Training has MOVED to Friday, June 13th, due to weather.

Participants who attend Part 1 will have priority registration for the Part 2 guided walk.

To register for this program, click here.

The endangered Karner blue butterfly has two broods every year. The first brood emerges in late May and the second brood in early July. On a guided walk through the meadows, learn about the Saratoga Sand Plains ecosystem on which this animal thrives, and how it became endangered.

To register for this program, click here.

The endangered Karner blue butterfly has two broods every year. The first brood emerges in late May and the second brood in early July. On a guided walk through the meadows, learn about the Saratoga Sand Plains ecosystem on which this animal thrives, and how it became endangered.

To register for this program, click here.

This workshop focuses on the relationship between humans and the natural environment, as you will observe nature around you on a guided walk and come back together for writing exercises and practice. This is a two-part, 90-minute workshop guiding participants on a short walk to be followed by an indoor discussion of nature writing elements.

Saratoga Arts made this program possible through the Community Arts Regrant Program, funded by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

To register for this program, click here.

Made famous by the French impressionists, painting outdoors is growing in popularity. If you want to get outside, learn from an artist, and combine your love of art and nature, this is the workshop for you! This program is appropriate for participants older than 13. All supplies will be provided.

Saratoga Arts made this program possible through the Community Arts Regrant Program, funded by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

To register for this program, click here.

The endangered Karner blue butterfly has two broods every year. The first brood emerges in late May and the second brood in early July. On a guided walk through the meadows, learn about the Saratoga Sand Plains ecosystem on which this animal thrives, and how it became endangered.

To register, call the library at (518) 584-7860 ext. 305.

Made famous by the French impressionists, painting outdoors is growing in popularity. If you want to get outside, learn from an artist, and combine your love of art and nature, this is the workshop for you! This program is appropriate for participants older than 13. All supplies will be provided.

Saratoga Arts made this program possible through the Community Arts Regrant Program, funded by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

To register for this program, click here.