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
Fall Greetings…
From the Director of Development Hello! I am the new Director of development here at The Wilderness Center. I joined the team ...
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Bottle Caps to Benches Program is a Great Success!
We received a total of 5257 pounds in caps and lids through our Bottle Caps to Benches Program. These will be recycled ...
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New Project: Fox Creek 2.0
For the past 150 plus years, humans have made changes across the landscape. One of the changes has been in the channelization ...
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Sigrist Woods inducted into the Old Growth Forest Network
On April 12, our very own Sigrist Woods at The Wilderness Center was inducted into the Old-Growth Forest Network. Somewhat of a ...
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The Wilderness Center helps to Pass “National Native Plant Month”
The Wilderness Center has signed on as a supporter of a resolution to make April National Native Plant Month. U.S. Senators Rob ...
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The Wilderness Center Awarded Visit Canton Recovery and Destination Development Grant For Nature Playscape
Playing in the "Mud Kitchen" at the Nature Playscape. Many of the popular features will remain and be enhanced. The Wilderness Center ...
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Big Cheers for Volunteers!
The Wilderness Center could not function without the work of volunteers. In 2021, 171 volunteers donated 3,445 hours to Education, Conservation and ...
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Bringing Back a Wetland
Located along the eastern edge of Sigrist Woods, is a tract of land that was at one time farmland. This parcel of ...
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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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