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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…

  • Presentation: Dark-Sky Friendly Lighting

    Feb 15, 2025 11:00AM—12:00PM

    The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

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    A dark sky is an important part of our environment and must be preserved through appropriate conservation practices.  Outdoor lighting disrupts wildlife, impacts human health, wastes money and energy, contributes to climate change, and blocks our view of the universe.  In this Presentation/demonstration, learn what the different types of light pollution are, the differences between…

  • 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…

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Winter Brush Blitz at Brewster Bog

Feb 21, 2025 11:00AM

Brewster Bog 40.70594, -81.61311 ,

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Join us for our Winter Brush Blitz, a hands-on volunteer series focused on clearing invasive woody plants and restoring native habitats on off-site, closed preserves not typically open to the public! Bundle up, grab your gloves, and help us tackle brush and brambles that threaten the health of these special ecosystems. Along the way, you'll…

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Winter Brush Blitz at Falcon Flats

Feb 14, 2025 11:00AM

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

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Join us for our Winter Brush Blitz, a hands-on volunteer series focused on clearing invasive woody plants and restoring native habitats on off-site, closed preserves not typically open to the public! Bundle up, grab your gloves, and help us tackle brush and brambles that threaten the health of these special ecosystems. Along the way, you'll…

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Winter Brush Blitz at Brewster Bog

Feb 07, 2025 11:00AM

Brewster Bog 40.70594, -81.61311 ,

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Join us for our Winter Brush Blitz, a hands-on volunteer series focused on clearing invasive woody plants and restoring native habitats on off-site, closed preserves not typically open to the public! Bundle up, grab your gloves, and help us tackle brush and brambles that threaten the health of these special ecosystems. Along the way, you'll…

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Winter Brush Blitz at Zoar Woods

Jan 31, 2025 11:00AM

Zoar Woods 40.57836, -81.44428 ,

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Join us for our Winter Brush Blitz, a hands-on volunteer series focused on clearing invasive woody plants and restoring native habitats on off-site, closed preserves not typically open to the public! Bundle up, grab your gloves, and help us tackle brush and brambles that threaten the health of these special ecosystems. Along the way, you'll…

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Winter Brush Blitz at Falcon Flats

Jan 24, 2025 11:00AM

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

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Join us for our Winter Brush Blitz, a hands-on volunteer series focused on clearing invasive woody plants and restoring native habitats on off-site, closed preserves not typically open to the public! Bundle up, grab your gloves, and help us tackle brush and brambles that threaten the health of these special ecosystems. Along the way, you'll…

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Winter Brush Blitz at Brewster Bog

Jan 17, 2025 11:00AM

Brewster Bog 40.70594, -81.61311 ,

Join us for our Winter Brush Blitz, a hands-on volunteer series focused on clearing invasive woody plants and restoring native habitats on off-site, closed preserves not typically open to the public! Bundle up, grab your gloves, and help us tackle brush and brambles that threaten the health of these special ecosystems. Along the way, you'll…

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Seed Cleaning and Planting

Jan 03, 2025 4:00PM—6:00PM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

Seeds in the winter? Yes! Milkweed, ironweed, brown eyed Susan and more! This will be a hybrid volunteer and learning event. We will clean and sow native seeds in the greenhouse with TWC's Director of Conservation. You will learn about the winter requirements of seeds that allow them to grow in the spring. We will…

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Fall Stewardship Challenge: Stream Bank Stabilization

Nov 22, 2024 11:00AM—1:00PM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

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…

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Fall Stewardship Challenge: Habitat Creation

Nov 15, 2024 10:00AM—1:00PM

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Help Support Ohio’s Pollinators! Did you know that solitary bees are some of the most efficient pollinators in Ohio? These incredible insects do the vital work of pollinating many of the crops and plants we rely on—but they need our help. Unfortunately, habitat loss, pesticide use, and a lack of suitable nesting sites are causing…

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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

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…

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Past | Archive

Storytime Sprouts: Snowflakes

Jan 21, 2025 10:00AM—11:00AM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

Planetarium Show: Tonight’s Sky

Jan 18, 2025 11:00AM—12:00PM

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

Winter Mindfulness

Jan 18, 2025 1:00PM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

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

Backpackers’ and Dayhikers’ Club Meeting

Jan 17, 2025 7:00PM—8:30PM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave Wilmot, OH 44689

Winter Brush Blitz at Brewster Bog

Jan 17, 2025 11:00AM

Brewster Bog 40.70594, -81.61311 ,