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  • Volunteer at Enchanted Forest!

    Oct 09, 2024 12:00PM—Oct 12, 2024 10:00PM

    The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave Wilmot, OH 44689

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    Be a part of the Enchanted Forest! Click the REGISTER button to select your preferred volunteer role and time. On October 11 & 12, 2024, the trails of The Wilderness Center will be transformed into The Enchanted Forest! Creating this one-of-a-kind, educational, and entertaining event is possible thanks to the time and talents of dozens…

  • The Enchanted Forest 2024

    Oct 11, 2024 6:30PM—Oct 12, 2024 8:30PM

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

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    On October 11th and 12th, 2024, the trails of The Wilderness Center (TWC) will be transformed into The Enchanted Forest. This signature educational event has been happening for over 30 years and is a fall tradition for families throughout the region. Create lasting memories together while learning about conservation and connecting with nature in a…

  • Citizen Science- Spotted Lanternfly Survey

    Oct 14, 2024 10:00AM—12:00PM

    2nd St. SW Brewster, OH

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    Spotted lanternfly (SLF) is an invasive insect that has spread to Ohio over the past few years. We will talk about signs and symptoms of SLF, then survey the surrounding natural areas south of the Wheeling and Lake Erie Railyard. Bring appropriate clothing and footwear for hiking and binoculars if available. No restrooms available. Sponsored…

  • Guided Hike: Sigrist Woods

    Oct 17, 2024 1:00PM

    The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

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    Join us for a guided hike through Sigrist Woods, part of Ohio’s Old Growth Forest Network. We will look for wildlife and learn about trees and plants as we explore this beautiful habitat.

  • Members’ Only Guided Hike at Falcon Flats

    Oct 21, 2024 10:00AM—12:00PM

    Fairless Elementary School 12000 Navarre Rd SW Navarre, OH 44662

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    TWC’s Director of Conservation will lead you through an ongoing restoration site. The hike will be approximately 1-2 miles long and is moderate difficulty because there are no existing trails onsite. For more information on what you might encounter, see TWC’s Fall Newsletter article on our Preserve Spotlight. Bring appropriate clothing and footwear for hiking.…

Current & Upcoming

Planting For Pollinators

May 13, 2023 10:30AM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave Wilmot, OH 44689

A part of our free Come Grow with Us Series. Join us for a talk about planting for pollinators.  Presentation by Jill Halligan, Portage County OSU Extension. Jill is passionate about native gardening, wildlife and protecting our pollinators. Long before joining the educational team at OSU Extension, she has been serving as a Master Gardener…

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Past | Archive

Planetarium Show: Starlight

Oct 05, 2024 11:00AM—12:00PM

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

Nature Explorers: What’s Happening Outside?

Oct 05, 2024 1:00PM—2:00PM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

Star Watch with TWC Astronomy Club

Oct 04, 2024 8:30PM—10:00PM

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

Planetarium Show: Starlight

Oct 04, 2024 7:30PM—8:30PM

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

Animal Keeper for a Day

Oct 03, 2024 10:30AM—12:00PM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689