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  • Planetarium Show: Moons- Worlds of Mystery

    Nov 01, 2024 7:00PM—8:00PM

    Astronomy Education Building at TWC 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

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    Join us as we explore the little worlds of our solar system.  Learn how our own Moon was born and the role it has played in making Earth a planet habitable for life.  Explore the diversity of Jupiter’s four Galilean moons, Saturn’s moon Titan and moons orbiting asteroids and Kuiper Belt objects like Pluto.  Speculate…

  • Fall Stewardship Challenge: Invasive Plant Removal at Zoar Woods

    Nov 08, 2024 10:00AM—1:00PM

    GPS Coordinates: 40.57836, -81.44428

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    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…

  • Animal Keeper for a Day

    Nov 09, 2024 10:30AM—12:00PM

    The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

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    Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be an animal keeper? This program offers the experience of caring for our ambassador reptiles! Participants will learn about our Eastern box turtles and corn snake and will be trained how to safely handle them. Activities will include animal care and husbandry tasks such as diet preparation…

  • Owl Prowl

    Nov 15, 2024 7:00PM—8:00PM

    The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

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    Whooo likes owls? Come to The Wilderness Center for this nighttime program to learn about these intriguing nocturnal birds. Learn how owls thrive in the night, the different owl calls, and signs that owls are around. Out on the trails, channel your inner owl with some activities as we try to spot some owls on…

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Bird Walk

May 09, 2024 9:00AM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

All ages. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Join a TWC naturalist for a free morning bird walk on the trails and grounds of The Wilderness Center! We will explore our woodland, prairie, and aquatic habitats looking for warblers and other migratory species. All birding levels are welcome. Binoculars are available to…

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TWC’s Woodcock Walk

Mar 28, 2024 7:30PM—8:30PM

Join The Wilderness Center this Thursday March 28th for a captivating evening stroll to witness the mesmerizing courtship dance of the American Woodcock at The Wilderness Center! Experience nature’s spectacle as these elusive birds perform their intricate display. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with the natural world and marvel at one of its…

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Early Birds: International Migratory Bird Day

May 11, 2024 8:00AM—9:00AM

Join us for an early morning bird walk on the trails and grounds of The Wilderness Center! Celebrate International Migratory Bird Day as we look for interesting birds passing through on their way north. We will explore our woodland, prairie, and lake habitats looking for warblers and other migratory species. All birding levels are welcome.

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TWC Bird Club Fall Sparrows

Oct 05, 2024

For TWC Bird Club Members only. RSVP required to attend. This program will focus on Wake Robin, Mentor Headlands, Conneaut.  Leader: Nicky Rosner, (330) 601-4592.

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TWC Bird Club Annual Shorebird Trip

Sep 07, 2024

For TWC Bird Club Members only. RSVP required to attend. This program will focus on NE to NW Ohio in search of Migrating Shorebirds.  Leader: Ben Morrison, (330) 935-0398.

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TWC Bird Club at Salt Fork

Apr 20, 2024

For TWC Bird Club Members only. RSVP required to attend. This program will focus on Early Spring Migrants.  Leaders: Roni Macko & Shari Jackson, (330) 935-0952.

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TWC Bird Club- Woodcock Walk

Mar 20, 2024 7:30PM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

For TWC Bird Club Members only. RSVP required to attend. This program will focus on the American Woodcock mating display.  Leader: Sue Evanoff, (330) 412-9192.

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Past | Archive

Fall Stewardship Challenge: Zoar Clean Up

Oct 26, 2024 10:00AM—4:00PM

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Wilderness Center Woodcarvers Club Meeting

Oct 26, 2024 9:30AM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave. SW Wilmot, OH 44689

TWC Nature Photo Club Meeting

Oct 26, 2024 9:30AM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave. SW Wilmot, OH 44689

Fall Stewardship Challenge: Zoar Clean Up

Oct 25, 2024 10:00AM—4:00PM

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Nature Explorers: What’s Happening Outside?

Oct 24, 2024 10:00AM—11:00AM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

Guided Hike: Fall Colors on Pioneer Path

Oct 24, 2024 3:00PM—4:00PM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689