Wilton Hikes and Programs

Here are some upcoming events that Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park is putting on! You can check the rest out at http://www.wiltonpreserve.org/

Wildflower Walk
Saturday, June 2nd, 10am; Camp Saratoga on Scout Road.Late spring is a perfect time to explore the diverse color and form of local wildflowers. From familiar back-yard beauties to curious woodland denizens, let's walk through Camp Saratoga's southern trails to find and identify our wildflowers. We'll discuss interesting attributes of many species, and use guides to identify the unknown.

Insect Night at the Old Gick Farm!
Friday, June 8th, 8pm; Old Gick Farm on Route 50.Join Tim McCabe, New York State's entomologist, to observe and learn about insects that appear in the hours after sunset. An attractant will ensure a great turnout of critters. Will it attract you? Wear comfortable shoes and bring water and a flashlight. Please register by calling Sarah at 518-587-1939 ext. 220.

Karner Blue Butterfly Walk
Saturday, June 9th; 10am; location TBA. Join Preserve & Park Director Sarah Clarkin in the field as she talks about the state and federally endangered Karner blue butterfly and some of the other interesting species that depend upon this geological area, the Saratoga Sandplains. Participants will take a short walk along a trail and spend time in a Karner blue butterfly habitat restoration area looking for this special butterfly. While in the field Sarah will talk about the butterfly's habitat, life cycle, the threats confronting its survival, and the actions underway to save it. Please register by calling Sarah at 518-587-1939 ext. 220.