Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center

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Address
Geyser Loop Road
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Saratoga/Capital District Region

Latitude 43.050918

Longitude -73.804359

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General Information: (518) 610-6906
Secondary Phone: (518) 584-2535

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The Creekside Classroom is a four-season environmental education center located in the heart of Saratoga Spa State Park. The Classroom sits on the bank of Geyser Creek and provides a central location to explore the park's unique resources, including naturally spouting mineral springs, twelve miles of forested trails, playgrounds and a large picnic area. Park staff offer environmental education programs year-round, including school field trips, hikes, tours and snowshoe walks.

The Classroom features an outdoor fire pit, indoor woodstove, bird feeder viewing area and interpretive signage, as well as a projector and screen for presentations. It is available for use by schools, clubs and non-profits. For more information about the Creekside Classroom or to book an education program, please call Environmental Educator Alli Schweizer at (518) 584-2535 Ext. 111.

Field Trips/Connect Kids

Hours of Operation

Wednesday - Sunday: 10am to 4pm

WEEKEND HOURS:Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10a.m.-4p.m.

Friday
11a.m. and 2p.m.: Mineral Springs Tour

Saturday
11a.m.: Mineral Springs Tour
1p.m.: Mineral Springs Tour
3p.m.: Mineral Springs Tour

Sunday
11a.m.: Mineral Springs Tour
1p.m.: Mineral Springs Tour
3p.m.: Mineral Springs Tour

Mineral Springs TourJoin a docent on a guided mineral springs tour to learn about the history, geology and lore surrounding our special waters! No registration necessary. This is a free event and meets at the Creekside Classroom.

BEGINNING FRIDAY, JUNE 22nd:Mineral Springs Tours will be offered on Friday, Saturday and Sunday at:11a.m, 12p.m, 1p.m, 2p.m, 3p.m.

WEEKEND HOURS:Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10a.m.-4p.m.

Friday
11a.m. and 2p.m.: Mineral Springs Tour

Saturday
11a.m.: Mineral Springs Tour
1p.m.: Mineral Springs Tour
3p.m.: Mineral Springs Tour

Sunday
11a.m.: Mineral Springs Tour
1p.m.: Mineral Springs Tour
3p.m.: Mineral Springs Tour

BEGINNING FRIDAY, JUNE 22nd:Mineral Springs Tours will be offered on Friday, Saturday and Sunday at:11a.m, 12p.m, 1p.m, 2p.m, 3p.m.

Tue 15 Apr

Spring Craft
Tuesday, April 15, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center

Visit the Creekside Classroom between 10AM and 12PM to make a colorful spring butterfly craft!

Wed 16 Apr

Geyser Creek Fish Stocking
Wednesday, April 16, 2025 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center

It's time to stock Geyser Creek with brown trout! Bring your bucket and join us at Geyser Picnic Area to help the NYSDEC Fish Hatchery introduce the trout to their new home. The truck is scheduled to arrive at 11:30AM. Educational activities, crafts and demonstrations will also be offered to participants. This event is free and open to the public. Geyser Picnic Area is located on Geyser Loop Road.

Thu 17 Apr

Signs of Spring Scavenger Hunt
Thursday, April 17, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center

Visit the Creekside Classroom between 10AM and 12PM to pick up a spring-themed scavenger hunt list. Find as many items as you can and return your list for a small prize!

Sat 19 Apr

Mineral Springs Tour
Saturday, April 19, 2025 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center

Join a tour guide at the Creekside Classroom to learn about the mineral springs in the park. Cups will be provided for tasting the springs. Tours meet at Creekside Classroom every Saturday and Sunday at 11a.m. unless otherwise specified.

Sat 19 Apr

Mineral Springs Tour
Saturday, April 19, 2025 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center

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