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  • Coyote Howl Prowl Night Hike

    Feb 21, 2025 7:00PM

    The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

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    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. Bring your red-light flashlight – white lights are not allowed on the trails at night. Don’t have a…

  • Night Hike at Foxfield

    Mar 21, 2025 7:00PM—8:00PM

    The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

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    Join us for a night hike with a twist. We will be adding a dark skies presentation before our night hike. Foxfield is our nature preserve cemetery that has 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…

  • Tree of Life Tree Planting

    Apr 26, 2025 10:00AM—2:30PM

    Wiles Woods 3601 Easton Road West Salem, OH 44287

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    A Tree of Life gift to The Wilderness Center is a meaningful way to honor a loved one, celebrate a special occasion, or commemorate a milestone such as a birthday, anniversary, or retirement. Thanks to generous contributions to TWC’s Tree of Life program, we will be planting over 600 trees at this year’s Tree of Life…

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Citizen Science- Spotted Lanternfly Survey

Oct 14, 2024 10:00AM—12:00PM

2nd St. SW Brewster, OH

Spotted lanternfly (SLF) is an invasive insect that has spread to Ohio over the past few years. We will talk about signs and symptoms of SLF, then survey the surrounding natural areas south of the Wheeling and Lake Erie Railyard. Bring appropriate clothing and footwear for hiking and binoculars if available. No restrooms available. Sponsored…

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An Introduction to Spotted Lanternfly: Ohio’s Next Major Invasive Insect

Aug 21, 2023 5:00PM

Brewster Village Hall, Community Room, 302 Wabash S Brewster, OH 44613

Spotted lanternfly (SLF) is one of many ongoing invasive species issues in Ohio. SLF is quickly spreading across the state in a matter of just a few years. This presentation will be vital to anyone who grows fruit crops, especially grapes. Even if you don’t grow fruit, spotted lanternfly is a major nuisance that can…

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Past | Archive

TWC Bird Club’s Great Backyard Bird Count

Feb 15, 2025 9:00AM—2:00PM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

Nature Explorers: Tracks!

Feb 15, 2025 1:00PM—2:00PM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

Presentation: Dark-Sky Friendly Lighting

Feb 15, 2025 11:00AM—12:00PM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

Winter Brush Blitz at Falcon Flats

Feb 14, 2025 11:00AM

Falcon Flats 40.68774, -81.58983 (follow gravel path) ,

Members Only Hike at Belknap Woods

Feb 14, 2025 10:00AM—12:00PM

Six More Weeks of Winter Geocaching Hike

Feb 08, 2025 1:00PM—4:00PM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689