Ephemeral Excitement: The Spring Rush for Sunlight, Nectar, Pollen & Love Presented by Judy Semroc Conservation specialist, field biologist, and naturalist Judy Semroc has 25+ years of experience offering hands-on exploration-based learning programs. As a former Petroleum Geologist and science teacher, Judy loves to learn about and share her passion for the natural world through…

RUN WILD! Fun Run, Trail Races & Earth Day Celebration! Saturday, April 25th, 8 am 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk at 8:30 10K & 5K Run/Walk at 9:00 am Run Wild on the trails at The Wilderness Center!  REGISTER NOW FOR RUN WILD! Join us in celebrating Earth Day with an early morning run/walk/hike and experience the…

A Tree of Life gift to The Wilderness Center is a meaningful way to honor a loved one, celebrate a special occasion, or commemorate a milestone such as a birthday, anniversary, or retirement. Thanks to generous contributions to TWC’s Tree of Life program, we will be planting trees at this year’s Tree of Life Planting! We invite…

Regenerative Healing and Native Medicinal Plants Presented by Leah Wolfe Take a walk with herbalist Leah Wolfe from the Trillium Center to learn about ethnobotany, folklore, and the medicinal uses of native plants, plus learn how herbalists consider regenerative techniques before choosing native or non-native plants. In herbalism, working with native or non-native plants can…

FREE Native Plant Garden Installation Demonstration Jump into some hands-on learning and help create a beautiful garden for TWC visitors to enjoy for years to come. Then stop by the native plant sale to pick up your pre-order or browse our remaining stock before heading home to craft your own native garden oasis! We’re wrapping…

Nature Journalling as a regular practice deepens our awareness of nature and can provide a profound sense of wellbeing! Join TWC Naturalist Sarah each month (or drop in as your schedule allows) for the TWC 2026 Natural Journalling Workshop. This program is offered monthly with a Tuesday evening or Saturday morning option available to accommodate…

Nature Journalling as a regular practice deepens our awareness of nature and can provide a profound sense of wellbeing! Join TWC Naturalist Sarah each month (or drop in as your schedule allows) for the TWC 2026 Natural Journalling Workshop. This program is offered monthly with a Tuesday evening or Saturday morning option available to accommodate…

Come join us for a cup of coffee and thoughtful conversation at Coffee & Ecology, where community members gather at a local café to explore ecology and land stewardship within their own communities in a relaxed setting. Boo Bear’s Brew (140 S Walnut St, Wooster, OH 44691)

Join us for a hike featuring a bounty of spring signs and appreciate the beauty of nature!

Interested in learning more about conservation burial and environmentally friendly options for your final resting place? Join us for a guided tour of Foxfield Preserve, one of the first Conservation Burial Programs in the country.   We'll begin promptly upstairs at The Wilderness Center for a half hour presentation, followed by a half-hour walk to…