Dear Friends,

There wil be a Full Moon Snowshoe and Cross Country Ski Trip in the Pine Bus on Saturday January 18, 2003.  Meet at 7:00 pm at Collins Circle SUNYA and travel together for a great evening of skiing or snowshoeing.  Bring your own equipment - or if you need to rent - check out Plaines . 1816 State St. .  Schenectady  . 346-1433 $10.00 ski rental or - Adirondack Paddle n' Pole .  2123 Central Ave .  Albany      346-3180 . $10.00 Snowshoe rental and $16.00 ski rental.

Located within the Capital District Region, the Albany Pine Bush represents one of the best remaining examples of an inland pine barrens ecosystem left in the world. This gently rolling sand plain is home to a unique variety of rare plants and animals, including the endangered Karner blue butterfly. Intense efforts by the Albany Pine Bush Preserve Commission have protected over 2,940 acres of this beautiful ecosystem. Additional acres, in cooperation with willing landowners will be added until the Preserve is complete.