About us
Come join the Friends of the Pine Bush Community as we explore a globally rare ecosystem right here in the Capital District! This group is for anyone interested in local environmental conservation, outdoor recreation, and learning new things. Our gatherings range from volunteering in the preserve to hikes, bike rides, and more! Meet-up with us to enjoy socializing with others who enjoy the Albany Pine Bush Preserve.
If you’re interested in learning more about the Albany Pine Bush Preserve, visit www.PineBushFriends.org or call 518-690-2764.
Upcoming events
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Saturday on the Six Mile Waterworks
Six Mile Waterworks, 135 Fuller Rd, Albany, NY, USJoin the Friends of the Pine Bush Community for an afternoon hike along the 6 Mile Waterworks!
We’ll meet at Trailhead #3 to hike at Six Mile Waterworks and do the Rapp Barrens loop, around 2.7 miles.
This is a great opportunity for people who are working toward completing the 20 Mile Challenge.
To learn more about the Friends and the 20 Mile Challenge, please visit https://albanypinebush.org/friends-landing, or ask the hike leader.
Hike Guidelines and Rules:
- No pets are allowed.
- Hikers may be split up into two groups, depending upon the number of participants, to abide by Preserve Regulations on group size.
- Please be aware of ticks. For more information please visit https://tinyurl.com/7uh5zd8c
If you’re unable to attend this event, please update your RSVP to “No” to make room for someone else who may be on the waitlist.
This event is hosted by the Friends of the Pine Bush Community. For questions, please contact info@PineBushFriends.org.
10 attendees
250th Celebratory Hike
Madison Avenue Pinelands Trailhead, Madison Ave Ext, Albany, NY, USJoin the Friends of the Pine Bush Community for a morning hike celebrating the United State's 250th Birthday!
We’ll meet at Trailhead #7 off of Madison Ave
This is a great opportunity for people who are working toward completing the 20 Mile Challenge to cross off this trail.
To learn more about the Friends and the 20 Mile Challenge, please visit https://albanypinebush.org/friends-landing, or ask the hike leader.
Hike Guidelines and Rules:
- No pets are allowed.
- Hikers may be split up into two groups, depending upon the number of participants, to abide by Preserve Regulations on group size.
- Please be aware of ticks. For more information please visit https://tinyurl.com/7uh5zd8c
If you’re unable to attend this event, please update your RSVP to “No” to make room for someone else who may be on the waitlist.
This event is hosted by the Friends of the Pine Bush Community. For questions, please contact info@PineBushFriends.org.
11 attendees
Sunday Summer Hike at Truax Barrens
Truax Barrens, 1407 Kings Rd, Schenectady, NY, USJoin the Friends of the Pine Bush Community for a summer morning hike!
We’ll meet at Trailhead #12 to hike in the Truax Barrens
This is a great opportunity for people who are working toward completing the 20 Mile Challenge.
To learn more about the Friends and the 20 Mile Challenge, please visit https://albanypinebush.org/friends-landing, or ask the hike leader.
Hike Guidelines and Rules:
- No pets are allowed.
- Hikers may be split up into two groups, depending upon the number of participants, to abide by Preserve Regulations on group size.
- Please be aware of ticks. For more information please visit https://tinyurl.com/7uh5zd8c
If you’re unable to attend this event, please update your RSVP to “No” to make room for someone else who may be on the waitlist.
This event is hosted by the Friends of the Pine Bush Community. For questions, please contact info@PineBushFriends.org.
1 attendee
Friends Book Club
·OnlineOnlineJoin us for an online Zoom discussion about the book: The Feather Detective: Mystery, Mayhem and the Magnificent Life of Roxie Laybourne by Chris Sweeney*
The Friends of the Pine Bush Community host a quarterly book discussion on Zoom. Titles are selected to be of specific interest to the Pine Bush Community. A Friend moderates each discussion, and all are welcome to attend. Visit www.PineBushFriends.org for details.
When you RSVP you will get access to a Zoom link for the discussion.
*This title can be borrowed at your local library or purchased at your independent book seller. If purchased at the Book House at Stuyvesant Plaza, mention the Friends of the Pine Bush Book Club to get a 20% discount.
12 attendees
Past events
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