What we do
The Wilderness Center educates people of all ages to inspire a love of nature, and conserves natural lands for the health and benefit of the community.
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
TWC Conservation Easement
Do you want to protect your land forever but don't know how? Conservation easements might be for you! What is a conservation easement? Conservation easements ...
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Wildlife Wednesday 11/20/24
Happy #WildlifeWednesday! As the freezing autumn and winter weather approaches, an animal that uses hibernation as a survival strategy is the thirteen-lined ...
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November 2024 Full Beaver Moon
November’s full Beaver Moon rises at 4:23PM EST on Friday, November 15. Full Moons rise as the Sun is setting. The Sun ...
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Wildlife Wednesday 11/13/2024
Whooooo’s ready for our upcoming owl prowl? It’s #WildlifeWednesday and we will highlight the 3 species of owls we are most likely ...
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Wildlife Wednesday 11/06/2024
Happy #WildlifeWednesday! It’s that time of the year! That time of year when the cold weather begins to set in and Ohio ...
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Five-spotted Hawk Moth
Known for their rapid flight and ability to hover over a flower while feeding, the five-spotted hawk moth is another important nighttime ...
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Wildlife Wednesday 10/30/2024
Happy #WildlifeWednesday! You may have noticed Eastern chipmunks are particularly active right now. The cheeky rodents are busy with their winter preparations, ...
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Wildlife Wednesday 10/23/2024
Slow down for wildlife! It’s #WildlifeWednesday and the time of year when our state mammal, the white-tailed deer, is most active. As ...
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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.
2.
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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