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  • Carl & Audrey Lavin Speaker Series: Celebrating Native Plant Month

    Apr 02, 2026 6:00PM

    Buckeye Room, Nature Center, The Wilderness Center, 9877 Alabama Ave SW, Wilmot, OH 44689

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    Exploring Plant-Pollinator Relationships Presented by Dr. Jennifer Ison, College of Wooster Spring starts with bees in the breeches! Learn how queen bumblebees pollinate an early spring wildflower and why it matters. In her talk, Jennifer will provide a preview of many of the superb forest wildflowers that will be on display during April, an overview…

  • Backyard Habitat Project: Toad Abodes

    Apr 11, 2026 11:00AM—12:00PM

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

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    Learn more about American toads! From the myth that they cause warts to their long, musical trill on spring evenings, these native amphibians make for great neighbors. We’ll discuss their habitat needs and build toad abodes to shelter them as they eat insects and invertebrates in our backyard ecosystems.   1 toad abode kit per…

  • Carl & Audrey Lavin Speaker Series: Celebrating Native Plant Month

    Apr 11, 2026 1:00PM

    Trillium Room, Nature Center, The Wilderness Center, 9877 Alabama Ave SW, Wilmot, OH 44689

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    Watershed-wise Landscaping Presented by Elaine Bast, Stark County Soil and Water Conservation District Explore how modern-day infrastructure affects our waterways and how you can turn your yard into its own mini watershed to reduce stormwater runoff, improve water quality, reduce potential drainage issues, and invite pollinators.  This program will be offered in-person and virtually. Registration…

  • Carl & Audrey Lavin Speaker Series: Celebrating Native Plant Month: Rain Barrel Workshop

    Apr 11, 2026 2:30PM—3:30PM

    Trillium Room, Nature Center, The Wilderness Center, 9877 Alabama Ave SW, Wilmot, OH 44689

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    Rain Barrel Workshop Presented by TWC staff A rain barrel is a container used to collect and store rainwater that would otherwise contribute to erosion or be lost to runoff, possibly diverted to a storm drain. You can use this collected water to nourish your lawn and garden, conserving resources and supporting a healthier environment.…

  • Carl & Audrey Lavin Speaker Series: Celebrating Native Plant Month

    Apr 16, 2026 6:00PM

    Buckeye Room, Nature Center, The Wilderness Center, 9877 Alabama Ave SW, Wilmot, OH 44689

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    Native Plant Gardening Basics and Challenges Presented by Sarah Cline, TWC Director of Education       A native plant garden requires less time and energy to maintain than traditional landscaping, but there can be a learning curve as you adopt a new approach to managing your landscape. Let’s go back to the basics and break down the…

Current & Upcoming

Hike Our Trails Volunteer Series: Surprise Bonus Trail

May 29, 2026 12:00PM—2:30PM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

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Hike. Restore. Repeat. Spring is here, and that means it’s time for our 3rd Annual Hike Our Trails volunteer series. Over the past two years, this program has helped care for trails, improve preserves, and connect more people to the woods, fields, and hidden corners that make The Wilderness Center so special. This year, we’re…

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Hike Our Trails Volunteer Series: Pond Trail

May 22, 2026 12:00PM—2:30PM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

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Hike. Restore. Repeat. Spring is here, and that means it’s time for our 3rd Annual Hike Our Trails volunteer series. Over the past two years, this program has helped care for trails, improve preserves, and connect more people to the woods, fields, and hidden corners that make The Wilderness Center so special. This year, we’re…

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Hike Our Trails Volunteer Series: Doughty Gorge

May 15, 2026 12:00PM—2:30PM

Doughty Gorge 3729 Township Rd 154 Millersburg, OH 44654

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Hike. Restore. Repeat. Spring is here, and that means it’s time for our 3rd Annual Hike Our Trails volunteer series. Over the past two years, this program has helped care for trails, improve preserves, and connect more people to the woods, fields, and hidden corners that make The Wilderness Center so special. This year, we’re…

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Hike Our Trails Volunteer Series: Pioneer Path

May 08, 2026 12:00PM—2:30PM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

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Hike. Restore. Repeat. Spring is here, and that means it’s time for our 3rd Annual Hike Our Trails volunteer series. Over the past two years, this program has helped care for trails, improve preserves, and connect more people to the woods, fields, and hidden corners that make The Wilderness Center so special. This year, we’re…

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Hike Our Trails Volunteer Series: Wilderness Walk

May 01, 2026 12:00PM—2:30PM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

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Hike. Restore. Repeat. Spring is here, and that means it’s time for our 3rd Annual Hike Our Trails volunteer series. Over the past two years, this program has helped care for trails, improve preserves, and connect more people to the woods, fields, and hidden corners that make The Wilderness Center so special. This year, we’re…

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Hike Our Trails Volunteer Series: Zoar Woods

Apr 24, 2026 12:00PM—2:30PM

Zoar Woods 7034 Blacksnake Hill Rd. NE Dover, OH 44622

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Hike. Restore. Repeat. Spring is here, and that means it’s time for our 3rd Annual Hike Our Trails volunteer series. Over the past two years, this program has helped care for trails, improve preserves, and connect more people to the woods, fields, and hidden corners that make The Wilderness Center so special. This year, we’re…

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Hike Our Trails Volunteer Series: Sigrist Woods Trail & Foxfield Preserve

Apr 17, 2026 12:00PM—2:30PM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

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Hike. Restore. Repeat. Spring is here, and that means it’s time for our 3rd Annual Hike Our Trails volunteer series. Over the past two years, this program has helped care for trails, improve preserves, and connect more people to the woods, fields, and hidden corners that make The Wilderness Center so special. This year, we’re…

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Hike Our Trails Volunteer Series: Fox Creek Trail

Apr 10, 2026 12:00PM—2:30PM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

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Hike. Restore. Repeat. Spring is here, and that means it’s time for our 3rd Annual Hike Our Trails volunteer series. Over the past two years, this program has helped care for trails, improve preserves, and connect more people to the woods, fields, and hidden corners that make The Wilderness Center so special. This year, we’re…

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Hike Our Trails Volunteer Series: Sugar Creek Trail

Apr 03, 2026 12:00PM—2:30PM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

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Hike. Restore. Repeat. Spring is here, and that means it’s time for our 3rd Annual Hike Our Trails volunteer series. Over the past two years, this program has helped care for trails, improve preserves, and connect more people to the woods, fields, and hidden corners that make The Wilderness Center so special. This year, we’re…

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Run Wild 2026!

Apr 25, 2026 8:00AM—12:00PM

RUN WILD! Fun Run, Trail Races & Earth Day Celebration! Saturday, April 25th, 8 am 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk at 8:30 10K & 5K Run/Walk at 9:00 am Run Wild on the trails at The Wilderness Center!  REGISTER NOW FOR RUN WILD! Join us in celebrating Earth Day with an early morning run/walk/hike and experience the…

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Past | Archive

Astronomy Day

Mar 21, 2026 10:00AM—9:00PM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

Project Feederwatch

Mar 20, 2026 9:30AM—11:30AM

The Wilderness Center, Nature Center, Wildlife Observation Room, 9877 Alabama Ave SW, Wilmot, OH 44689

Spring Equinox Night Hike

Mar 20, 2026 8:00PM—9:00PM

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

Backpackers and Dayhikers Club Meeting

Mar 20, 2026 7:00PM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

Project Feederwatch

Mar 19, 2026 9:30AM—11:30AM

The Wilderness Center, Nature Center, Wildlife Observation Room, 9877 Alabama Ave SW, Wilmot, OH 44689

Nature Explorers: Seasons & Sightings

Mar 19, 2026 10:00AM—11:00AM

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