Seeds in the winter? Yes! Milkweed, ironweed, brown eyed Susan and more! This will be a hybrid volunteer and learning event. We will clean and sow native seeds in the greenhouse with TWC's Director of Conservation. You will learn about the winter requirements of seeds that allow them to grow in the spring. We will…

Stream bank erosion can lead to stream channelization, disconnecting our water ways from their natural flood plains and wetlands. This, in turn, increases flooding and affects water quality and the surrounding habitat. Join our Land Steward to see how boulders can stabilize a bank and prevent further erosion. As summer comes to a close, the cool…

Help Support Ohio’s Pollinators! Did you know that solitary bees are some of the most efficient pollinators in Ohio? These incredible insects do the vital work of pollinating many of the crops and plants we rely on—but they need our help. Unfortunately, habitat loss, pesticide use, and a lack of suitable nesting sites are causing…

Invasive plants are one of the leading causes of plant and animal extinctions in the world. 1 in every 4 extinctions are related to invasive species. Come join our Land Steward as we remove invasive plants from Zoar Woods. As summer comes to a close, the cool crisp air, vibrant forests, and breezy prairies of…

Come help restore an old pasture and homesite at our Brewster Wetland preserve! This is an exciting opportunity to see how restoration works firsthand, while planting trees and spreading our previously collected seeds. This is a fun event that the whole family will enjoy! As summer comes to a close, the cool crisp air, vibrant…

Our Land Steward, Zac, has uncovered yet another significant dumpsite, and we need your support! For years, illegal dumping has plagued this area, leaving behind an alarming mix of tires, appliances, cars, and general waste. This debris is not just unsightly; it’s leaching harmful chemicals into our waterways, threatening our land, air, and water quality.…

Our Land Steward, Zac, has uncovered yet another significant dumpsite, and we need your support! For years, illegal dumping has plagued this area, leaving behind an alarming mix of tires, appliances, cars, and general waste. This debris is not just unsightly; it’s leaching harmful chemicals into our waterways, threatening our land, air, and water quality.…

Collecting seeds is a great way to help grow native plants with the local genotype and allows us to restore lands with plants adapted to the area. This is a fun event to come and learn about plant ID and see some of the threatened and endangered plants of The Wilderness Center. As summer comes…

Invasive plants are one of the leading causes of plant and animal extinctions in the world. 1 in every 4 extinctions are related to invasive species. Come join our Land Steward as we remove invasive plants around The Wilderness Center. As summer comes to a close, the cool crisp air, vibrant forests, and breezy prairies of…

Trash, trash, and more trash. Litter can be ingested by animals, pollute the ground and water, and contribute to microplastics- and not to mention it is just unsightly. So, let’s clean it up! As summer comes to a close, the cool crisp air, vibrant forests, and breezy prairies of fall are an exciting time to…