What we do
The Wilderness Center’s mission is to inspire and nurture a connection between people and nature through habitat conservation, environmental education, and community engagement.
Acres Protected
Acres Under Sustainble Forest Management
Volunteer Naturalists Trained
Trees Planted (since 2021)
Miles of Trail
Preserves open to the Public
Communities Served
Students Impacted (Since 2018)
Programs, Events & Workshops
Wilderness Wanderings
TWC Blog
Wildlife Wednesday 08/20/2025
Happy #WildlifeWednesday! Known for its striking yellow and pink coloration, thick wooly body, and fuzzy antennae, the rosy maple moth is a ...
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Wildlife Wednesday 08/13/2025
Happy #WildlifeWednesday from the Isabella tiger moth! Perhaps more well-known in its larval form of the woolly bear, as an adult this ...
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Wildlife Wednesday 08/06/2025
The striking luna moth, also known as the American moon moth, spends about a month of its life cycle as a hungry caterpillar. Found ...
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Perseid Meteor Shower, August 2025
The shooting stars of August, the Perseid meteor shower, is the brightest and most popular meteor shower of the year. And the ...
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August 2025 Full Sturgeon Moon
On August 9, 2025, we will be treated to the full Sturgeon Moon. If you are up early you can see this ...
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Wildlife Wednesday 07/30/2025
Happy #WildlifeWednesday! We are currently in the midst of the hottest part of the season in the Northern Hemisphere, often referred to ...
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Wildlife Wednesday 07/23/2025
Woof-woof, it’s #WildlifeWednesday! The hot and humid time period between July 03 and August 11 is referred to as the “Dog Days ...
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Educate
Whether through our formal education programs, family and adult programs or guest speaker series, we want to help you dive into the wonders of your own backyard.
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Advocate
Small changes can make a difference, and we want to be your resource and partner in making these changes in our shared community.
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Donate
Whether you are giving monthly support, planting a Tree Of Life in someone's honor, or making an annual contribution, your support will make a tangible difference in our community.
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