Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be an animal keeper? This program offers the experience of caring for our ambassador reptiles! Participants will learn about our Eastern box turtles and corn snake and will be trained how to safely handle them. Activities will include animal care and husbandry tasks such as diet preparation…

In this session of Nature Explorers, we will learn about trees! Trees are incredibly important to humans and home to many of our favorite forest critters. Learn about different types of trees and make a fun leaf craft to take home. Nature Explorers is a seasonal early childhood program for children 3-7 years old. Only…

Join us as we explore how scholars and scientists throughout the ages used the sky as a calendar and clock to measure the passage of time. Their charts and star catalogs were the beginnings of the modern science of astronomy!  Follow astronomer Johannes Kepler’s theories about planetary movement from his work in the early 1600’s…

The night sky is a place of wonders! Be inspired by constellations, craters on the Moon, stellar nurseries, and more. Our monthly Star Watch, hosted by the Wilderness Center’s Astronomy Club every first Friday, is free and fun for the whole family! Explore our dark skies through our telescopes or bring your own. Knowledgeable club…

Join us as we explore how scholars and scientists throughout the ages used the sky as a calendar and clock to measure the passage of time. Their charts and star catalogs were the beginnings of the modern science of astronomy!  Follow astronomer Johannes Kepler’s theories about planetary movement from his work in the early 1600’s…

We’ll explore our 5 main senses, hear stories about them, and sing senses songs. Then go on a walk to hear, see, smell, and feel interesting things in nature. Make sure to bring your favorite snack along to this Storytime!   Storytime Sprouts is an early childhood program for children 2-6 years old. Only register…

We’ll explore our 5 main senses, hear stories about them, and sing senses songs. Then go on a walk to hear, see, smell, and feel interesting things in nature. Make sure to bring your favorite snack along to this Storytime!   Storytime Sprouts is an early childhood program for children 2-6 years old. Only register…

The Light Eaters: How the Unseen World of Plant Intelligence Offers a New Understanding of Life on Earth  by Zoe Schlanger The author reviews the science surrounding the capabilities of green life and encourages us to think about plants as dynamic and intelligent in their own way. Everyone welcome; no registration required.

The Way of the Hermit: My 40 Years in the Scottish Highlands  by Ken Smith with Will Millard Smith recounts his solitary, back-to-the-land life in the rugged Scottish mountains. He and his co-author give a humorous and life affirming account. Everyone welcome; no registration required.

We are delighted to invite you to our Nature as Inspiration, fundraising event.  Please join us at The Gardens at Homestead for an evening celebrating Nature as Inspiration as we work to generate critical support for TWC’s mission-driven work focused on educating people of all ages to inspire a love of nature and conserving natural…