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  • Fall Stewardship Challenge: Invasive Plant Removal at Zoar Woods

    Nov 08, 2024 10:00AM—1:00PM

    GPS Coordinates: 40.57836, -81.44428

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    Invasive plants are one of the leading causes of plant and animal extinctions in the world. 1 in every 4 extinctions are related to invasive species. Come join our Land Steward as we remove invasive plants from Zoar Woods. As summer comes to a close, the cool crisp air, vibrant forests, and breezy prairies of…

  • Animal Keeper for a Day

    Nov 09, 2024 10:30AM—12:00PM

    The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

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    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…

  • Owl Prowl

    Nov 15, 2024 7:00PM—8:00PM

    The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

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    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…

  • Fall Stewardship Challenge: Stream Bank Stabilization

    Nov 22, 2024 10:00AM—1:00PM

    The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

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    Stream bank erosion can lead to stream channelization, disconnecting our water ways from their natural flood plains and wetlands. This, in turn, increases flooding and affects water quality and the surrounding habitat. Join our Land Steward to see how boulders can stabilize a bank and prevent further erosion. As summer comes to a close, the cool…

  • Doughty Gorge Opening

    Nov 23, 2024 10:00AM

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    You're Invited! Join The Wilderness Center as we unveil Doughty Gorge, a new land preserve exclusively accessible to TWC members. In celebration of this special occasion, we're thrilled to offer a one-day, public sneak peek of this breathtaking preserve! Ribbon Cutting and Guided Tour Experience the beauty of Doughty Gorge firsthand, connect with nature, and be…

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Members Only Hike at Belknap Woods

Feb 14, 2025 10:00AM—12:00PM

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Join TWC’s Director of Conservation on a Valentine’s Day hike at Belknap Woods near Atwood Lake. This preserve will be opened to the public soon, but you will get a sneak peek and private tour of the site before anyone else. We will discuss the process of opening a new trail and preserve, while learning…

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Members’ Only Guided Hike at Falcon Flats

Oct 21, 2024 10:00AM—12:00PM

Fairless Elementary School 12000 Navarre Rd SW Navarre, OH 44662

TWC’s Director of Conservation will lead you through an ongoing restoration site. The hike will be approximately 1-2 miles long and is moderate difficulty because there are no existing trails onsite. Falcon Flats is a closed preserve that consists of 144 acres of wetland and swamp forest. The preserve reverted to natural habitat after being…

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Members’ Only Guided Hike at Doughty Gorge

Jun 29, 2024 10:00AM—12:00PM

3672 TR 154 Millersburg, OH 44654

Doughty Gorge is a 93-acre preserve located near Charm, OH in Holmes County and is one of The Wilderness Center’s most pristine habitats across all our landholdings. The bulk of TWC’s Doughty Gorge preserve was donated to The Wilderness Center in 1972 by Roy Keim and a smaller 13-acre parcel was purchased in 1998. Filled…

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Past | Archive

Storytime Sprouts: Outer Space Adventures

Nov 06, 2024 10:00AM—11:00AM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

TWC Readers Book Chat

Nov 02, 2024 2:00PM—3:30PM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

Planetarium Show: Moons- Worlds of Mystery

Nov 02, 2024 11:00AM—12:00PM

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

Fall Stewardship Challenge: Planting at Brewster

Nov 01, 2024 10:00AM—1:00PM

GPS Coordinates: 40.70541, -81.61441

Star Watch with TWC Astronomy Club

Nov 01, 2024 8:00PM—9:30PM

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

Planetarium Show: Moons- Worlds of Mystery

Nov 01, 2024 7:00PM—8:00PM

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