Lupine blooms in May and so does its pine bush festival

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 - 19:42

— Photo by Keith Cunningham from albanypinebush.org

Lupine Fest will be celebrated by the Pine Bush Preserve throughout May.

Lupine Fest will be celebrated for a month this year.

Every day in May, the Pine Bush Preserve will offer activities and events celebrating the iconic flower that is essential to the life cycle of the endangered Karner blue butterfly.

Guided walks, interactive Discovery Center exhibits, and live wildlife experiences are among the activities. Special events will feature live music, a StoryWalk, and programs that explore the connection between art and nature.

People interested in conservation can take part in science lectures, a book club reading, and community science initiatives, where they can help collect environmental data.

The Lupine Fest Passport program will continue in 2025. Attendees can collect stamps at different Lupine Fest events or complete tasks for a chance to win prizes. Additionally, the Discovery Center gift shop will offer sales throughout the festival.

To learn more about the festival and to register for events, visit www.AlbanyLupineFest.org.

— Melissa Hale-Spencer

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