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Night Hike at Foxfield with Dark Skies Presentation
Jan 17, 2025 6:30PM—8:30PM
The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689
RegisterJoin us for a night hike with a twist. We will be adding a dark skies presentation before our night hike. Foxfield is our green burial grounds that have trails that many people can enjoy during the day, but we will hike there at night for this program! You will learn about the importance of…
View MoreCoyote Howl Prowl Night Hike
Feb 21, 2025 7:00PM
The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689
RegisterCoyote mating season is at its peak in mid-February. Join us for a night hike as we explore the trails listening for the yips and howls of the song dog at its most active time of year. Bring your red-light flashlight – white lights are not allowed on the trails at night. Don’t have a…
View MoreNight Hike: Winter Solstice Special
Dec 20, 2024 6:30PM—9:00PM
The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689
Enjoy a night hike at the Wilderness Center during the longest night of the year. Learn about the history of the winter solstice and why it is celebrated. Also enjoy a special holiday planetarium show before the hike. Bring your red-light flashlight – white lights are not allowed on the trails at night. Don’t have…
View MoreOwl Prowl
Nov 15, 2024 7:00PM—8:00PM
The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689
Whooo likes owls? Come to The Wilderness Center for this nighttime program to learn about these intriguing nocturnal birds. Learn how owls thrive in the night, the different owl calls, and signs that owls are around. Out on the trails, channel your inner owl with some activities as we try to spot some owls on…
View MoreNight Hike and Telescopes
Aug 09, 2024 8:00PM—11:30PM
The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689
The night is alive at The Wilderness Center! Observe bats 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. We will learn about bats…
View MoreOwl Prowl
May 23, 2024 8:30PM—9:30PM
The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689
Whooo likes owls? Come to The Wilderness Center for this nighttime program to learn about these intriguing nocturnal birds. Learn how owls thrive in the night, the different owl calls, and signs that owls are around. Out on the trails, channel your inner owl with some activities as we try to spot some owls on…
View MoreNight 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.
View MoreSix More Weeks of Winter: Geocaching Night Hike
Feb 03, 2024 6:00PM—9:00PM
Join the TWC Geocaching Club for an evening of self-led hikes. New geocaches will be available beginning at 6 pm on the trails at the Wilderness Center for you to find and log. Light refreshments will be available in the Buckeye Room to warm up with after your walk. This event will be held ice…
View MoreCoyote Howl & Telescopes
Feb 16, 2024 6:00PM—8:30PM
9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689
Coyote mating season is at its peak in mid-February. Join us for a night hike as we explore the trails listening for the yips and howls of the song dog at its most active time of year. Following the hike, observe the wonders of our dark skies through our telescopes in the TWC…
View MoreNight Hike
Jan 26, 2024 7:00PM—8:00PM
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. Bring your…
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