Be among the first to walk this brand-new trail as we near the official opening of our Belknap Woods Preserve! This hike will feature a 1.5-mile loop trail that crosses several streams (by bridge) with hilly terrain. This guided hike is open to TWC members only. 

We’ll learn about some of Ohio’s amazing spring wildflowers and create a shadow drawing in the prairie to take home. This program is from 10 – 10:45 am.

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, how to identify species by their calls, and signs that they are living nearby. Then we will try to spot some owls out on the trail. Terrain: up to…

Join us for a night hike that doubles as a community science project! Tonight, we’ll learn how to identify frog vocalizations, then hike around TWC’s wetlands, collecting data on our native toads and frog populations. These amphibians play an important role in wetland ecosystems. Spring monitoring programs use their mating calls to track populations and…

The first day of spring is here at last! Join us for a night hike on the vernal equinox as we celebrate the arrival of the season of new life and warming weather. Terrain: up to 1.5 miles; on gravel, grass, and sloped trails; slow pace with limited visibility (red flashlights provided!). Weather-appropriate attire and…

Start your weekend off right and join us for a free morning guided hike! Enjoy some fresh air and exercise as we look for wildlife and enjoy the scenery on the trails. Terrain: up to 1.5 miles; on gravel, grass, and sloped trails; leisurely pace. Weather appropriate attire and comfortable walking shoes are recommended.

Coyote mating season is at its peak in mid-February. Join us for a night hike as we explore the trails listening for the yips and howls of the song dog at its most active time of year. Terrain: up to 1.5 miles; on gravel, grass, and sloped trails; slow pace with limited visibility (red flashlights…

Enjoy a night hike at the Wilderness Center during the longest night of the year. Learn about the history of the winter solstice and why it is celebrated. Also enjoy a special holiday planetarium show after the hike.  After your show, weather permitting, join the Astronomy Club in TWC’s observatory to enjoy what the winter…

Join TWC Staff and Bird Club volunteers for the annual Christmas Bird Count! The Christmas Bird Count is a national community science project organized by the National Audubon Society. Since Christmas Day in 1900, this event has provided valuable data on bird populations, helping scientists track long-term trends and understand how bird populations are affected…

Join us for a unique opportunity to explore Hall Woods, a TWC-protected natural area in southern Tuscarawas and northern Guernsey Counties. This exclusive guided hike, open only to TWC members, offers a chance to experience one of the Western Allegheny Plateau's significant ecological sites. What You'll Experience: Forest Exploration: Hike through Hall Woods' hilly, forested…