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Members Only Hike at Belknap Woods
Feb 14, 2025 10:00AM—12:00PM
RegisterJoin TWC’s Director of Conservation on a Valentine’s Day hike at Belknap Woods near Atwood Lake. This preserve will be opened to the public soon, but you will get a sneak peek and private tour of the site before anyone else. We will discuss the process of opening a new trail and preserve, while learning…
View MoreCoyote Howl Prowl Night Hike
Feb 21, 2025 7:00PM
The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689
RegisterCoyote 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. Bring your red-light flashlight – white lights are not allowed on the trails at night. Don’t have a…
View MoreNight Hike: Winter Solstice Special
Dec 20, 2024 6:30PM—9:00PM
The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689
RegisterEnjoy 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 before the hike. Bring your red-light flashlight – white lights are not allowed on the trails at night. Don’t have…
View MoreGuided Hike
Dec 13, 2024 1:00PM
The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689
RegisterJoin us for a free guided hike! Enjoy some fresh air and exercise as we look for wildlife and enjoy the scenery on the trails.
View MoreMembers’ Only Guided Hike at Falcon Flats
Oct 21, 2024 10:00AM—12:00PM
Fairless Elementary School 12000 Navarre Rd SW Navarre, OH 44662
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. Falcon Flats is a closed preserve that consists of 144 acres of wetland and swamp forest. The preserve reverted to natural habitat after being…
View MoreGuided Hike: Fall Colors on Pioneer Path
Oct 24, 2024 3:00PM—4:00PM
The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689
FREE! Join us for a free guided hike as we go along Pioneer Path to experience the fall colors. We will explore the surrounding plants and animals as well as the unique trail. Dress for the weather and be prepared to hike, spots are limited.
View MoreGuided Hike: Sigrist Woods
Oct 17, 2024 1:00PM
The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689
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.
View MoreMembers’ Only Guided Hike at Doughty Gorge
Jun 29, 2024 10:00AM—12:00PM
3672 TR 154 Millersburg, OH 44654
Doughty Gorge is a 93-acre preserve located near Charm, OH in Holmes County and is one of The Wilderness Center’s most pristine habitats across all our landholdings. The bulk of TWC’s Doughty Gorge preserve was donated to The Wilderness Center in 1972 by Roy Keim and a smaller 13-acre parcel was purchased in 1998. Filled…
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