Are you fascinated by the ability to take a nondescript block of wood and transform it into something useful or a work of art? If so, join TWC's Woodcarvers. The club meets on the second and fourth Saturdays each month. Members share their expertise and a little project each month. These monthly projects give us…

  Join us for an early morning bird walk on the trails and grounds of The Wilderness Center! It is January and time to start your bird list for the year! We will explore our woodland, prairie, and lake habitats looking for songbirds, waterfowl, and raptors. All birding levels are welcome.   Please dress for…

  Winter is cold, but we’ll warm your heart with stories and songs. We’ll take a short walk to see signs of animals and look for our missing mitten.   Storytime Sprouts is an early childhood program for children 2-6 years old. Only register and pay for children actively participating in Sprouts. There is no…

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to fly to Mars?  NASA – and others – have their sights set on the Red Planet. Explore the work being done around the world to help make the dream of getting to Mars a reality. Fly through the International Space Station, where astronauts are already…

We'll be discussing Brave the Wild River: the Untold Story of Two Women Who Mapped the Botany of the Grand Canyon by Melissa L Sevigny.  All are welcome!

Join us for this seasonal favorite. Explore the historical religious and cultural rituals practiced during the time of winter solstice — not only Christian and Jewish, but also Celtic, Nordic, Roman, Irish, Mexican and Hopi. Learn how these ancient rituals changed over time to become many of the world's most endearing Christmas and New Year’s…

Are you fascinated by the ability to take a nondescript block of wood and transform it into something useful or a work of art? If so, join TWC's Woodcarvers. The club meets on the second and fourth Saturdays each month. Members share their expertise and a little project each month. These monthly projects give us…

Come celebrate our adventures throughout the year with the end of the year party. Read some fun nature based books, your favorite songs, and special activities. Some food and drinks will be provided, but those with food allergies are encouraged to bring their special treat.   Storytime Sprouts is an early childhood program for children…

Join us for this seasonal favorite. Explore the historical religious and cultural rituals practiced during the time of winter solstice — not only Christian and Jewish, but also Celtic, Nordic, Roman, Irish, Mexican and Hopi. Learn how these ancient rituals changed over time to become many of the world's most endearing Christmas and New Year’s…

  The night sky is a place of wonders! Be inspired by constellations, craters on the Moon, the rings of Saturn, stellar nurseries, galaxies filled with stars, and more! Come to our monthly, first Friday Star Watch hosted by the Wilderness Center’s Astronomy Club. Star Watch is free and fun for the whole family.  Explore…