Join TWC naturalists for an afternoon of scientific inquiry and engineering challenge! We’ll be clearing the trails of our Enchanted Forest Jack-O-Lanterns by launching them into the surrounding wilderness to provide a tasty snack for our local wildlife.  We’ll make predictions, test multiple launching tools, and learn about the importance of (and difference between) accuracy…

Curiosity and observation are core elements of science. TWC is an incredible outdoor classroom where homeschool students can explore their environment, conduct hands-on investigations, and follow their curiosity with support from our naturalists and their peers. This program aims to foster inquiry skills, creativity, and community-building through nature exploration and fun! Animal Tracks and Signs…

During the TWC bird seed sale pick-up, stop by and craft a bird feeder to take home. Let’s celebrate and support the incredible fall migration of our feathered friends!

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…

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…

Join us for a guided hike through Sigrist Woods, part of Ohio’s Old Growth Forest Network. We will look for wildlife and learn about trees and plants as we explore this beautiful habitat. Terrain: up to 2 miles; on gravel, grass, and sloped trails; easy pace. Weather appropriate attire and comfortable walking shoes are recommended.

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…

In this session of Nature Explorers, we will focus on what it means to be wild and where we can find wildlife in the world around us. Learn about adaptations like camouflage while making new observations about the world around you. Nature Explorers is a seasonal early childhood program for children 3-7 years old. Only…

Join us for a guided hike along Pioneer Path to experience the fall colors. We will explore the surrounding plants and animals as well as the unique trail. Terrain: up to 1.5 miles; on gravel, grass, and sloped trails. Weather appropriate attire and comfortable walking shoes are recommended, spots are limited.

In this session of Nature Explorers, we will focus on what it means to be wild and where we can find wildlife in the world around us. Learn about adaptations like camouflage while making new observations about the world around you. Nature Explorers is a seasonal early childhood program for children 3-7 years old. Only…