The History of The Wild Center →
What began as a discussion amongst friends in Betsy’s Lowe’s Long Lake cabin over 20 years ago has become a 115-acre home in which people and nature can coexist.
More →Leadership →
The Wild Center is run by a dedicated group of senior staff and governed by an involved and active Board of Trustees supported by an Advisory Board.
More →Careers →
We are seeking people who share with us a passion for helping others make their own discoveries about the natural world, and especially the natural world of the Adirondacks.
More →Summer Internships →
Boundless opportunities await enthusiastic individuals breaking into the field of interpretation, natural history, guiding, animal care and more.
More →“stunning…”
“You’ve never seen a museum like this.”
“a very interactive place..”
“The Wild Center is an opportunity for family fun, mixing educational activities with captivating indoor and outdoor adventures, all in the scenic heart of upstate New York’s Adirondack Mountains.”
“The wonderful Wild Center…”
“Whether you’re canoeing, hiking, or snowshoeing, you can savor your time at The Wild Center with that special someone by your side.”
“linger in this glorious place…”