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…

More details to come! As summer comes to a close, the cool crisp air, vibrant forests, and breezy prairies of fall are an exciting time to get outside and volunteer! Come join our Land Steward, Zac Justus, as we explore what being a good steward of our natural areas is all about. Through stewardship, we…

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…

Come help restore an old pasture and homesite at our Brewster Wetland preserve! This is an exciting opportunity to see how restoration works firsthand, while planting trees and spreading our previously collected seeds. This is a fun event that the whole family will enjoy! As summer comes to a close, the cool crisp air, vibrant…

More details to come! As summer comes to a close, the cool crisp air, vibrant forests, and breezy prairies of fall are an exciting time to get outside and volunteer! Come join our Land Steward, Zac Justus, as we explore what being a good steward of our natural areas is all about. Through stewardship, we…

More details to come! As summer comes to a close, the cool crisp air, vibrant forests, and breezy prairies of fall are an exciting time to get outside and volunteer! Come join our Land Steward, Zac Justus, as we explore what being a good steward of our natural areas is all about. Through stewardship, we…

Collecting seeds is a great way to help grow native plants with the local genotype and allows us to restore lands with plants adapted to the area. This is a fun event to come and learn about plant ID and see some of the threatened and endangered plants of The Wilderness Center. As summer comes…

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 around The Wilderness Center. As summer comes to a close, the cool crisp air, vibrant forests, and breezy prairies of…

Trash, trash, and more trash. Litter can be ingested by animals, pollute the ground and water, and contribute to microplastics- and not to mention it is just unsightly. So, let’s clean it up! As summer comes to a close, the cool crisp air, vibrant forests, and breezy prairies of fall are an exciting time to…

Trash and debris regularly wash downstream to Fox Creek, degrading the habitat and polluting our drinking water. So, let’s clean it up!  We will walk the length of Fox Creek through TWC and recycle any trash we find. We have limited muck boots and waders to lend, so please bring some if you are able.…