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Events
ALL SEASON LONG Daily, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Welded Steel: Shape, Form and Light
This art-in-nature installation by Adirondack artist Barney Bellinger is a collaboration with Tupper Arts. More than a dozen of Bellinger’s industrial metal sculptures can be found on campus. Many of the works can be seen on our Forest Music trail, where you can also listen to “Iron Harvest,” a composition by Eric Sturr inspired by Bellinger’s work.
Hopscotch, a Stickwork sculpture by Patrick Dougherty
Dougherty and a group of volunteers spent weeks bending, weaving, snagging and flexing sustainably sourced local saplings to create a whimsical immersive art piece open to Wild Center vistors.
Climate Solutions
This new exhibit, opening this summer, will show how committed individuals across the North Country and beyond are using their talents and passions to take steps to fighting climate change—and, we hope, inspire you to do the same. Read more about it on p.2.
WEEKLY EVENTS
Guided Canoeing on the Raquette River
Saturdays & Sundays, May 28–June 26; Daily, July 1–September 6, 1 p.m. Explore wetland habitats and catch a glimpse of native wildlife as you paddle. Space is limited. Purchase canoe tickets and reserve daily admission tickets in advance. $
Friday Mornings on Wild Walk for Members
Fridays in July and August, 8–10 a.m. Members and their guests can enjoy Wild Walk before it opens to the public. No charge, but advanced registration required, online or by phone.
SPECIAL EVENTS & PROGRAMS
National Pollinator Week Monday, June 20–Sunday, June 26 Take a closer look at the industrious creatures that help sustain biodiversity on our planet and put food on our tables. Enjoy live demonstrations, virtual programs and workshops throughout the week.
Member Reception and Solutions Walkthrough
Wednesday, July 6, 5:30–7:30 p.m. Members Only
Lake Placid Sinfonietta Thursday, July 14, 6–7 p.m. The Big Wolf Great Hall fills with music performed by the Lake Placid Sinfonietta. Space is limited; RSVP early. $
Monday, July 25–Thursday, July 28, Off-Site A network of educators convene for a hands-on exploration of how to teach climate change science, impacts, justice and solutions hosted at North Country School’s spectacular Rock-E House & Basecamp in Lake Placid. $
Adirondack Water Week Friday, August 5–Sunday, August 14 During this week-plus celebration of Adirondack watersheds, explore the Raquette River and Green Leaf Pond, listen to a guest presenter or take a guided canoe trip.
Sensory Guided Canoe Trip Tuesday, August 9, 8–10:30 a.m. Hosted by Adirondack River Walking, part of Adirondack Water Week. $
Youth Leadership Retreat Tuesday, August 9–Friday, August 12 This intensive, multi-day offsite experience for participants of The Wild Center’s Youth Climate Program develops valuable leadership skills as students spark change in their schools and communities. Apply at wildcenter.org/events. $
Carl Heilman Photography Workshops
Learn nature photography tips and techniques from award-winning photographer Carl Heilman II. Register early at wildcenter.org/events. Saturday, August 13, Summer Landscapes. $ Saturday, October 1, Fall Landscape and Waterway Tour. $
Forest Bathing Walk: Slow Down, Unplug and Immerse Your Senses in Nature
Saturday, May 28, and Saturday, October 8 This unique eco-trip takes you through a series of sensory activities and opens up your senses to the sights, sounds, smells and textures of an Adirondack forest. $
Science and Art Summer Series Dates TBD. $
In anticipation of our new Climate Solutions exhibit, come tinker, dance, expand your mind, and tap into your creative side. Presenters both indoors and out, workshops and activities will fuse the worlds of arts and science.
Energy Festival Saturday, October 1 Get energized this fall at a full-day event.
DIGITAL OFFERINGS
Stay tuned on all our social media channels and look for online-only special events where you’ll get behind-the-scenes tours, animal ambassador updates, talks on regional science and more.
Wild Tales YouTube series
Join our Animal Care department for a behind-the-scenes look at our animal habitats. See fish, otters, birds and other creatures while meeting the people who work 24/7 to create a safe environment for them. More info coming soon!
Science of the Seasons Fall 2022
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Karen K. Thomas Chair Stephanie Ratcliffe Executive Director
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