Fall Thanksgiving Craft Sat, Nov 19th
1 pm-2 pm; Place: Camp Saratoga North TrailWhat better way to be creative than to make your annual craft in a different way. Join us for a small stroll as we collect things from nature to make our own version of a turkey for Thanksgiving. The stroll will be approximately 20 minutes and the craft will be approximately 40 minutes. This program is for children of all ages. This activity will not take place if there is rain.To Camp Saratoga North and South Trails:From the South: Take the I87 North to Exit 15. Go north on Route 50 for about four miles. Make a left onto Scout Road. Go straight under the railroad bridge until the crosswalk and make a right into Parking Lot #1. For both trails we will meet in the parking lot.From the North: Take the I87 South to Exit 16. Take a left onto Ballard Road, cross the Northway and make the first right on Edie Road. Continue for 0.6 miles and make a turn at your first left onto Scout Road. Drive down Scout Road until you reach Parking Lot #1 on the left side of the street
Pine Oak Walk Sat, Nov 19th
from 10-11 amHave you ever been curious about the pines and oaks in your backyard? No matter where you go at the Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park, you will find lots of pines and oaks due to our pine-oak savannah habitat. During this beautiful mile long walk through rich pine-oak forests, we will discuss the different pine and oak species and how they have adapted to various landscapes. Please dress appropriately for weather and ticks. This program will not take place if there is rain.To the Fox Parcel:From the South: From the Wilton Mall (Exit 15 on I87), go north on Route 50 for about four miles. Make a right across the street from the “U” shaped parking lot marked as “Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park”. The Fox Parcel parking lots is rectangular shaped and across Route 50 from the Old Gick Farm Trail.From the North:Take the I87 South to Exit 16. Take a left onto Ballard Road and drive for 2.1 miles. At the traffic light, make a right onto Route 50 and drive 0.7 miles. Make a left across the street from the “U” shaped parking lot marked as “Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park”. The Fox Parcel parking lots is rectangular shaped and across Route 50 from the Old Gick Farm Trail.
Kid's Craft: Fall Bouquets Sat, Nov 12th
1 pm-2 pm; Place: Camp Saratoga South TrailLooking for a centerpiece that the family will admire during Thanksgiving? Let’s bring the beauty of nature inside for the fall holidays! Come to Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park to collect various things found in nature and create your own masterpieces. The stroll will be approximately 20 minutes and the craft will be approximately 40 minutes. This program is for children of all ages. This activity will not take place if there is rain. Directions: From the Wilton Mall (Exit 15 on I87), go north on Route 50 for about four miles. Make a left onto Scout Road. Go straight under the railroad bridge until the crosswalk and make a right into Parking Lot #1.
Tree Seeds Walk Sat, Nov 12th
10 am-11am; Place: Old Gick Farm Trail Trees adapt extremely well to their climate! You would be surprised to know all of the different adaptations that have occurred over thousands of centuries. Often times, the type of adaptations indicate natural obstacles within the particular ecosystem. During this mile long walk, we will talk about the tree life cycle and its relationship to animals and the ecosystem. Please dress appropriately for weather and ticks. This program will not occur if there is rain. Directions: From the Wilton Mall (Exit 15 on I87), go north on Route 50 for about four miles. Make a left into the “U” shaped parking lot marked as “Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park”.
Kid's Craft: Fall Leaf Prints Fri, Nov 11th
1 pm-2 pm; Place: Camp Saratoga North TrailCome join us for a brief afternoon stroll as we collect leaves for our craft project! We will be using the natural chemicals in leaves to make prints on fabric. These Fall Leaf Prints make great fall décor for your wall or pillowcase covers! The stroll will be approximately 20 minutes and the craft will be approximately 40 minutes. This program is for children 4 years and older. Please call 450-0321 to register by Nov. 9th. This activity will not take place if there is rain.Directions: From the Wilton Mall (Exit 15 on I87), go north on Route 50 for about four miles. Make a left onto Scout Road. Go straight under the railroad bridge until the crosswalk and make a right into Parking Lot #1.
Last Weekend Fire Tower is Open Until Spring! Oct 22 & 23
Nature Self-Portraits, Oct 23rd
Autumn in NY Walk, Oct 22nd
WWPP's 15th Anniversary Party, Oct 16
The Fire Tower is Open! Oct 8-9
Times: 9am-12pm and 1pm-4pmThe Cornell Hill Fire Tower is across from the Camp Saratoga parcel on Scout Road (at parking lot #3).For group reservation involving youth under the age of 18 please call (518-469-0918)
Trail Update on Hunting Season 9/22/2011
Fall is certainly in the air and that means hunting season is almost here. A reminder to all our trail users that hunting is allowed on lands owned by New York State and by Saratoga County. Be aware and dress in bright colors! Please look at the protected lands map http://www.wiltonpreserve.org/the-lands if you want to see which parcels allow hunting. Remember there is never hunting allowed on lands owned by the Town of Wilton or The Nature Conservancy. For more hunting information here is the link to the NYS DEC site: http://www.dec.ny.gov/docs/wildlife_pdf/huntingseasons1112.pdf
Art Exploration! Sun, Oct 2nd
Pine-oak Walk Sat, October 1st (Cancelled)
Parts of a Flower-Art Exploration Sun, Sept 18th
Painting in Nature Fri, Sept. 16th
10 am-12 pm; Place: Delegan Pond(across the street from Camp Saratoga Parking Lot #1)What better way to be inspired for your artwork! Come down to the Preserve & Park to work on your next masterpiece using oil paint. Spend some time outdoors and let nature be your muse. All supplies included or bring your own! This program is designed for painters of all levels. Preregistration by calling 450-0321 is required by Sept. 14th.Directions: From the Wilton Mall (Exit 15 on I87), go north on Route 50 for about four miles. Make a left onto Scout Road. Go straight under the railroad bridge until the crosswalk and make a right into Parking Lot #1.
Monarch Butterfly Walk Sat, Sept. 10th
2 pm-3 pm; Place: Old Gick Farm trailJoin us for a nature walk with the Monarch butterflies. The walk covers about a mile of gently rolling terrain. We will be looking for the butterflies during their peak season just before they start to head to Mexico for the winter. The monarch butterflies love WWPP for its many nectar species and its open pine/oak savannah. The walk will not take place if there is rain. Directions: From the Wilton Mall (Exit 15 on I87), go north on Route 50 for about four miles. Make a left onto Scout Road. Go straight under the railroad bridge until the crosswalk and make a right into Parking Lot #1.
Pond Exploration! Sat, Sept. 10th
Dragonflies and Damselflies11am-12 pm; Place: Delegan Pond(across the street from Camp Saratoga Parking Lot #1) What is the difference between a dragonfly and a damselfly? If you’re not sure, stop by Delegan Pond to learn about the dragonfly and damselfly life cycles as well as the pond ecosystem. After the 20-minute lesson, we will explore for critters in our pond using dip nets. This program is for children 4 years old and older.Directions: From the Wilton Mall (Exit 15 on I87), go north on Route 50 for about four miles. Make a left onto Scout Road. Go straight under the railroad bridge until the crosswalk and make a right into Parking Lot #1.
Art Exploration Series Final Part! Tues, August 30
Art Exploration Series Part 2! Tues, Aug 23rd
Parts of a FlowerDiscover the beauty behind flowers! Join us while we dissect a flower to understand its parts and recreate our own version of a flower using creative crafts. The program will take place at the picnic table pavilion near the dining hall at Camp Saratoga at 10:30 am. to have some creative fun. (You do not have to attend every one of the art series activities to come.)