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Storytime Sprouts: Snowy Day
Jan 07, 2026 10:00AM—11:00AM
The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689
RegisterWinter is cold, but we’ll warm your heart with stories and songs. We’ll take a short walk to see signs of animals and look for our missing mitten. Make sure to dress for playing in the snow. Storytime Sprouts is an early childhood program for children 2-6 years old. Only register and pay for children…
View MoreLocal Roots: Essential Native Plants for Ohio Landscapes
Feb 27, 2026 10:00AM—4:00PM
The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689
RegisterTransform any landscape into a vibrant habitat with Ohio native plants. This workshop provides a practical toolkit for creating stunning pollinator gardens—from small yards to commercial sites. Learn which Ohio native species support local pollinators, how to select the right species for your site, rain garden design, and other tips for environmentally friendly landscaping. By…
View MorePlanetarium Show: Season of Light
Dec 20, 2025 11:00AM—12:00PM
Planetarium, Astronomy Building, 9877 Alabama Ave SW, Wilmot, OH 44689
RegisterJoin us for this seasonal favorite. Explore the historical, religious, and cultural rituals practiced during the time of the winter solstice — not only Christian and Jewish, but also Celtic, Nordic, Roman, Irish, Mexican, and Hopi. Learn how these ancient rituals changed over time to become many of the world's most endearing Christmas and New…
View MorePlanetarium Show: Season of Light
Dec 06, 2025 11:00AM—12:00PM
Planetarium, Astronomy Building, 9877 Alabama Ave SW, Wilmot, OH 44689
RegisterJoin us for this seasonal favorite. Explore the historical, religious, and cultural rituals practiced during the time of the winter solstice — not only Christian and Jewish, but also Celtic, Nordic, Roman, Irish, Mexican, and Hopi. Learn how these ancient rituals changed over time to become many of the world's most endearing Christmas and New…
View MorePlanetarium Show: Season of Light
Dec 05, 2025 7:00PM—8:00PM
Planetarium, Astronomy Building, 9877 Alabama Ave SW, Wilmot, OH 44689
RegisterJoin us for this seasonal favorite. Explore the historical, religious, and cultural rituals practiced during the time of the winter solstice — not only Christian and Jewish, but also Celtic, Nordic, Roman, Irish, Mexican, and Hopi. Learn how these ancient rituals changed over time to become many of the world's most endearing Christmas and New…
View MoreThe Physics of Pumpkin Chuckin’
Oct 18, 2025 1:00PM—3:00PM
The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689
RegisterJoin TWC naturalists for an afternoon of scientific inquiry and engineering challenge! We’ll be clearing the trails of our Enchanted Forest Jack-O-Lanterns by launching them into the surrounding wilderness to provide a tasty snack for our local wildlife. We’ll make predictions, test multiple launching tools, and learn about the importance of (and difference between) accuracy…
View MoreThe Physics of Pumpkin Chuckin’
Oct 16, 2025 1:00PM—3:00PM
The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689
RegisterJoin TWC naturalists for an afternoon of scientific inquiry and engineering challenge! We’ll be clearing the trails of our Enchanted Forest Jack-O-Lanterns by launching them into the surrounding wilderness to provide a tasty snack for our local wildlife. We’ll make predictions, test multiple launching tools, and learn about the importance of (and difference between) accuracy…
View MoreTWC Homeschool Series: The Nature of Science
Nov 19, 2025 9:30AM—12:00PM
The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689
RegisterCuriosity and observation are core elements of science. TWC is an incredible outdoor classroom where homeschool students can explore their environment, conduct hands-on investigations, and follow their curiosity with support from our naturalists and their peers. This program aims to foster inquiry skills, creativity, and community-building through nature exploration and fun! Bird Exploration By paying…
View MoreTWC Homeschool Series: The Nature of Science
Nov 12, 2025 9:30AM—12:00PM
The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689
RegisterCuriosity and observation are core elements of science. TWC is an incredible outdoor classroom where homeschool students can explore their environment, conduct hands-on investigations, and follow their curiosity with support from our naturalists and their peers. This program aims to foster inquiry skills, creativity, and community-building through nature exploration and fun! Animal Tracks and Signs…
View MoreTWC Homeschool Series: The Nature of Science
Nov 05, 2025 9:30AM—12:00PM
The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689
RegisterCuriosity and observation are core elements of science. TWC is an incredible outdoor classroom where homeschool students can explore their environment, conduct hands-on investigations, and follow their curiosity with support from our naturalists and their peers. This program aims to foster inquiry skills, creativity, and community-building through nature exploration and fun! Lichen Exploration Lichens are…
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