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.

Mon 20 Jan

Mineral Springs Tour
Monday, January 20, 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.

Mon 20 Jan

Nature Hike
Monday, January 20, 2025 01:00 PM - 01:45 PM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center

Take an easy, 45 minute hike through several wildlife habitats in the park. We will look for signs of local animals and learn about their winter adaptations. All ages are welcome. Hikes start at the Creekside Classroom.

Wed 22 Jan

Winter Wellness Walk
Wednesday, January 22, 2025 11:00 AM - 11:45 PM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center

(518) 584-2000

Join an educator on a brisk 45 minute walk in the park. Geared towards adults, winter wellness walks are designed to safely foster our connection to nature during the quieter winter months. Registration is required, please email Allison.Schweizer@parks.ny.gov to register. Icy conditions may postpone or cancel this event.

Registration: Required

Fri 24 Jan

Let’s Bird Together!
Friday, January 24, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center

Visit the Creekside Classroom and help us count the birds we see at our feeders! Participants can also make a pinecone birdfeeder to take home to their feathered friends. A warm fire and hot cocoa will help to enhance your birding experience! All ages and abilities are welcome. Binocu-lars and bird books will be provided.

Sat 25 Jan

Mineral Springs Tour
Saturday, January 25, 2025 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center

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