Free Karner Blue Butterfly Walks at Wilton Wildlife

The wild blue lupine has sprouted across the Saratoga Sand Plains and has turned the meadows into a sea of soft lavender-colored flowers. These native flowers are not only beautiful, but they also play a vital role in the life cycle of the endangered Karner blue butterfly.

Nature enthusiasts will have several opportunities throughout June to join guided nature walks to explore the unique habitat of the Karner blue butterfly. These beautiful butterflies, once widespread in the Northeast, depend entirely on the wild blue lupine for survival.

These guided walks offer a chance to witness the life cycle of one of North America’s at-risk butterflies and to experience the natural beauty of the Saratoga Sand Plains at its peak.

Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park is offering free walks on Wednesdays continuing through June 24. Additional weekend walks will take place on Saturdays, June 13 and 27. These walks will take place at 1:30 p.m. To register for these events, visit: wiltonpreserve.org