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Minna Anthony Common Nature Center

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The 600 acre preserve is part of Wellesley Island State Park. It contains over 8 miles of hiking and cross-country skiing trails through a variety of habitats and features a 1500 sq-ft butterfly house and over 4000 square feet of exhibits, including live animal displays. During the summer nature programs are offered, including paddling a 36 foot Voyagear Canoe. Open: 8 am - 8 pm, Mon. - Sat.; 8 am - 5 pm, Sun. during summer

Location: I-81, Alexandria Bay New York Telephone 315-782-2479

Other Wildlife Viewing nearby:
(Alexandria Bay) Minna Anthony Common Nature Center
(Rensselaer Falls) Old Stone Fence Hunting Adventures

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