Hike the prairie to learn its natural history and see flowers that can be used in your own yards and gardens.   Cost:  $5 for TWC Members; $10 for non-members

Bring your lawn chair or blanket and join The Wilderness Center Astronomy Club for our annual Perseid Meteor Shower watch on August 13th.  No special equipment is needed – just your eyes.  The Perseids are the most popular meteor shower of the year.  You should plan on staying awhile.  The number of Perseids visible will…

Butterflies will flutter by and preschoolers can experience an imaginary transformation as we learn about these amazing and delicate creatures of summer.  Storytime Sprouts is geared for ages 3-5 but siblings are welcome.  Dress for the weather as we will try to be outside.

Come explore the constellation Corona Borealis, the Northern Crown.  Learn where to look for constellation, some of its interesting facts, a myth or two and we’ll explore some of the beautiful deep sky objects in this constellation.

Learn about life cycles of butterflies and how to identify them. We will walk the Prairie trail to view the common butterflies visiting the area. Cancelled if raining.  Appropriate for all ages accompanied by an adult.