Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park

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Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park

Providing environmental education and opportunities for outdoor recreation while supporting conservation of ecological systems and natural settings.

Partnering with the landowners; Town of Wilton, NYSDEC, Saratoga County, and The Nature Conservancy. A Preserve for Nature, A Park for People

With over twenty-five miles of hiking trails that are available from dawn to dusk and year-round educational and recreation programs, the Preserve & Park is a local gem. Whether you are a nature lover, outdoors enthusiast, or lifelong learner, the Wilton Wi

ldlife Preserve & Park is a place to enjoy and a cause worthy of your support. Serving the community as a non-profit organization since 1996, we do not own any of 2,400 acres that are known as the Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park. For more than two decades we have worked in partnership with the landowners; the Town of Wilton, Saratoga County, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, and The Nature Conservancy, to conserve ecological systems and natural settings while providing opportunities for environmental education and outdoor recreation. Located in Saratoga County, New York, the Preserve & Park is part of the geologically significant Saratoga Sandplains. This area of ancient sand dunes, small but important wetlands and diverse ecological communities is home to the federally endangered Karner blue butterfly. This one-inch blue beauty is the catalyst behind the effort to conserve this increasingly rare landscape. While working to ensure a future for the Karner blue butterfly and other imperiled species, the Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park invites people of all ages to enjoy the protected lands, appreciate the area’s beauty, and value nature’s importance. Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park's mission is to conserve ecological systems and natural settings while providing opportunities for environmental education and outdoor recreation. We do this in partnership with the landowners, the Town of Wilton, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, Saratoga County, and The Nature Conservancy.

09/01/2026

This American Girl Doll loves visiting wiltonpreserve.org to find out more and sign up for free environmental programs. 🤭

08/31/2026

Fall is right around the corner, which means new seasonal programs! 🍁🌻

From guided nature walks, painting workshops, family programs, campfire chats, and so much more, there's an opportunity for everyone to enjoy here at Wilton wildlife.

View our program flyer online at wiltonpreserve.org or stop in at the Welcome Cabin for a printed copy!

Most programs require registration one business day in advance. To sign-up, visit our Eventbrite through our website. Questions? Email us at [email protected] or call the office at 518-450-0321.

We can't wait to have you join us this fall! 🍁🍂

08/30/2026

Coming up this week for public programs at Wilton Wildlife! For our full list of events, please visit wiltonpreserve.org.

Please note that the Welcome Cabin will be closed for Labor Day Weekend!

08/28/2026

Climb the stairs to the top of the Historic Cornell Fire Tower to experience not only a gorgeous aerial view of Camp Saratoga but also the 13th annual New York State Fire Tower Lightint night. 💡

Visit the tower to experience it's green light shining towards Grant Cottage, in addition to a trail of luminaries leading up the path. Light refreshments will be provided.

No registration necessary! Parking will be available in Parking Lot #3 on Scout Road in Wilton.

Please note children under the age of five are not permitted to climb the fire tower. If there is inclement weather, the tower will close.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to see the historic fire tower lit up at night!

The Historic Cornell Hill Fire Tower is owned and maintained by the Town of Wilton and is staffed by volunteers on behalf of the Town.

We hope to see you there!

08/26/2026

Decorating bandanas with natural dye was a hit! 🎨

Make sure to join us next week for our final Nature Arts Hour of the season, where we will be making bird feeders!

Visit wiltonpreserve.org to find out more!

08/25/2026

We’ve officially transitioned to Eventbrite for all public program registrations, making it easier than ever to reserve your spot!

How it works: Select the program you’d like to attend, choose your tickets, enter your information, and you’re all set!

If you need help or have questions, please call our office at 518-450-0321 or email [email protected], and we’ll be happy to help!

👉 Visit our Eventbrite profile through the link in our bio, the top comment, or our website to browse upcoming programs and register today!

We look forward to seeing you at an upcoming program! 🌿

08/24/2026

Join us tomorrow from 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM to make your very own naturally dyed bandana! 🌿🌷🍂☘

Discover the origins of natural dyes, learn how to create them, and then paint or tie-dye your very own bandana to bring home! The perfect back-to-school craft ready to wear or even tie to your backpack!

We hope to see you there!

This program has a $3 supply fee.

Registration is required at least one business day in advance. To register, please visit our website wiltonpreserve.org, call our office at (518)-450-0321, or email us at [email protected].

08/23/2026

For a full list of our programs, visit our website wiltonpreserve.org!

Summer isn't over yet, so come spend it with us at Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park!

08/20/2026

Two weeks left of Weekly Pond Discovery and Nature Arts Hour!

Summer isn't over yet! Celebrate summer with our last two weeks of kid-friendly fun. Every tuesday we invite young explorers to dive into the diversity of Delegan pond! Equipped with dip nets, kiddos are given the opportunity to safely discover the many insects, amphibians and reptiles hidden in the pond!

After, we encourage kids to join in our Nature Arts program, where we provide a lesson followed by a step-by-step art project. Perfect for families looking to spend a day outdoors and having fun!

Get your spot today before they fill up!

Summer is still in swing, so come spend it at Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park!

08/17/2026

Kinda chic to love local wildlife and free environmental education programs! 💅

Even chicer to check out our website wiltonpreserve.org for our full calendar of free programs, learn about the history of Wilton Wildlife, and find out how you can support a local nonprofit!

Head to our bio for the link!

Address

80 Scout Road
Gansevoort, NY
12831

Website

https://linktr.ee/Wilton_Wildlife

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