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  • 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

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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Ales for Trails

May 31, 2025 1:00PM—4:00PM

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

Join us for a craft beer tasting adventure at TWC! $35.00 TWC Member $40.00 Nonmember $10.00 Designated Driver *Ticket prices increase the day of the event, so secure your ticket in advance! $45.00 Day of for TWC Member $50.00 Day of for Nonmember $10.00 Day of Designated Driver Not a Member? Join Now! Support nature,…

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Backpackers’ and Dayhikers’ Club Meeting

Feb 21, 2025 7:00PM—8:30PM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave Wilmot, OH 44689

Our program will be   “Biking Across the U.S.” presented by Lon Hudak of East Canton.  Lon didn’t just go Coast to Coast, he logged a whopping 15,000 miles over 404 days through 32 states!  The program will be followed by a snack/refreshment break and then a short business meeting.

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Backpackers’ and Dayhikers’ Club Meeting

Sep 20, 2024 7:00PM—8:30PM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave Wilmot, OH 44689

Our program will be climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro in Africa, presented by Tom Patton from Dover.  Anyone interested in hiking should come to one of our meetings and find out about our club. Those interested can also check out specific hikes on the Backpackers and Dayhikers’ Club webpage.

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Night Hike: Spring Equinox

Mar 19, 2024 7:30PM—8:30PM

9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

  Enjoy a night hike at the Wilderness Center on the first day of spring.  Bring your red-light flashlight – white lights are not allowed on the trails at night. Don’t have a red-light flashlight? Bring your flashlight and we can make it red for you.  Hiking boots and weather appropriate attire are recommended.

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Backpackers’ and Dayhikers’ Club Meeting

May 17, 2024 7:00PM—8:30PM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave Wilmot, OH 44689

All are welcome to join the Backpackers’ and Dayhikers’ Club Friday, May 17th at 7 pm for Coast-to-Coast Hike of Hadrian’s Wall presented by the Hewetts. The FREE program will be followed by a light snack / refreshment break and a short business meeting. Anyone interested in hiking is invited to come to one of…

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Past | Archive

Planetarium Show: Halloween: Celestial Origins

Oct 04, 2025 11:00AM—12:00PM

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

Star Watch with TWC Astronomy Club

Oct 03, 2025 8:30PM—10:00PM

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

Planetarium Show: Halloween: Celestial Origins

Oct 03, 2025 7:30PM—8:30PM

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

Fall Stewardship Challenge Volunteer: Old Field Prairie Restoration

Oct 03, 2025 12:00PM

Murray Preserve, Glenmont, OH 44628

Fall Family Hike

Oct 02, 2025 11:00AM—12:00PM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

Nature Explorers: Wildlife is Everywhere

Oct 02, 2025 10:00AM—11:00AM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689