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  • Night Hike with Foxfield

    Sep 19, 2025 7:00PM—9:00PM

    The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

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    You may know Foxfield Preserve, our conservation cemetery, because of its beautiful meadow and forest trails many people enjoy during the day! Tonight we’ll explore these trails in a different light. Come learn about the importance of dark skies and how a green cemetery functions as an incredible habitat. Terrain: up to 1.5 miles; on…

  • The Enchanted Forest 2025

    Oct 10, 2025 6:30PM—Oct 11, 2025 8:30PM

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

    REGISTER FOR ENCHANTED FOREST!

    On October 10th and 11th, the trails of The Wilderness Center (TWC) will be transformed into The Enchanted Forest! Friday, October 10th 6:30 – 8:30 pm & Saturday, October 11th 4:00 – 8:30 pm $12 / Person, Children age 2 and under are free. Timeslots begin at 6:30 pm on Friday, and 4:00 pm on…

Current & Upcoming

Night Hike

Aug 15, 2025 8:30PM—9:30PM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

The night is alive at The Wilderness Center! Observe nocturnal wildlife undisturbed as we visit different habitats, experiencing the night with nature-friendly nightlights. Learn the importance of the dark sky to wildlife and humans alike as you reconnect with nature on a roughly 1-mile hike that engages your lesser used senses. Terrain: up to 1.0…

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Guided Hike

Jun 12, 2025 10:00AM—11:00AM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

Join us for a free guided hike! Enjoy some fresh air and exercise as we look for wildlife and enjoy the scenery on the trails. Terrain: up to 2.0 miles; on gravel, grass, and sloped trails; easy pace. Weather appropriate attire and comfortable walking shoes are recommended.

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Hike Our Trails Volunteer Series: Solo Participation

Apr 04, 2025 12:00PM—May 30, 2025 2:30PM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

Hike. Restore. Repeat. Spring is here, and that means it’s time for our Annual Hike Our Trails volunteer series! The Wilderness Center headquarters in Wilmot has miles of beautiful trails to explore, but did you know we have others too? From the newly opened Doughty Gorge to the rugged Zoar Woods, there’s always something to…

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Hike Our Trails Volunteer Series: Pond Trail

May 30, 2025 12:00PM—2:30PM

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

Hike. Restore. Repeat. Spring is here, and that means it’s time for our Annual Hike Our Trails volunteer series! The Wilderness Center headquarters in Wilmot has miles of beautiful trails to explore, but did you know we have others too? From the newly opened Doughty Gorge to the rugged Zoar Woods, there’s always something to discover!…

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Hike Our Trails Volunteer Series: Belknap Woods

May 23, 2025 12:00PM—2:30PM

Belknap Woods

Hike. Restore. Repeat. Spring is here, and that means it’s time for our Annual Hike Our Trails volunteer series! The Wilderness Center headquarters in Wilmot has miles of beautiful trails to explore, but did you know we have others too? From the newly opened Doughty Gorge to the rugged Zoar Woods, there’s always something to discover!…

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Hike Our Trails Volunteer Series: Fox Creek Trail

May 16, 2025 12:00PM—2:30PM

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

Hike. Restore. Repeat. Spring is here, and that means it’s time for our Annual Hike Our Trails volunteer series! The Wilderness Center headquarters in Wilmot has miles of beautiful trails to explore, but did you know we have others too? From the newly opened Doughty Gorge to the rugged Zoar Woods, there’s always something to discover!…

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Hike Our Trails Volunteer Series: Zoar Woods

May 09, 2025 12:00PM—2:30PM

Zoar Woods, 40.578565, -81.443807

Hike. Restore. Repeat. Spring is here, and that means it’s time for our Annual Hike Our Trails volunteer series! The Wilderness Center headquarters in Wilmot has miles of beautiful trails to explore, but did you know we have others too? From the newly opened Doughty Gorge to the rugged Zoar Woods, there’s always something to discover!…

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Past | Archive

Storytime Sprouts: My 5 Senses

Sep 16, 2025 10:00AM—11:00AM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

Wilderness Center Woodcarvers Club Meeting

Sep 13, 2025 9:30AM—12:00PM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

Nature as Inspiration

Sep 13, 2025 5:00PM—8:00PM

The Gardens at Homestead 8226 OH 241 Fredericksburg, OH 44627

Bird Quest Guided Hike

Sep 13, 2025 10:00AM—11:00AM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

Fall Family Hike

Sep 11, 2025 11:00AM—12:00PM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

Nature Explorers: Terrific Trees

Sep 11, 2025 10:00AM—11:00AM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689