TWC's ANNUAL CAMPAIGN

 

Your generosity will help protect the natural resources of our region while engaging local schools and families via our environmental education programs. Without your support, critical habitats will deteriorate under increased pressure from pollution, invasive species, climate challenges, and more.

 

 

Give today to have your gift doubled up to $50,000, supported by a generous match from the Dale and Loretta Hart Memorial Fund!

 

Thank you for your consideration. You can make your gift here.

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What we do

The Wilderness Center’s mission is to inspire and nurture a connection between people and nature through habitat conservation, environmental education, and community engagement.

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Acres Protected
Acres Under Sustainble Forest Management
Volunteer Naturalists Trained
Trees Planted (since 2021)
Miles of Trail
Preserves open to the Public
Communities Served
Students Impacted (Since 2018)
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Conservation

Restore, preserve and protect your corner of the world.

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Education

Learn more about the natural world around you.

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Community

Protect the planet and serve your community.

Programs, Events & Workshops

Events

Project Feederwatch

Jan 08, 2026 9:30AM—11:30AM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

Project Feederwatch

Jan 09, 2026 9:30AM—11:30AM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

Nurture Yourself with Breath Meditation

Jan 09, 2026 8:00AM—9:00AM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

Haiku Hike

Jan 10, 2026 1:00PM—2:00PM

The Wilderness Center 9877 Alabama Ave SW Wilmot, OH 44689

Wilderness Wanderings

TWC Blog

Wildlife Wednesday 01/08/2025

Happy #WildlifeWednesday!  The Sandhill Crane is a tall elegant bird with a heavy body, soaring 6-foot wingspan, red crown of feathers on ...
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January 2025 Full Wolf Moon

The first full Moon of 2025, January’s Wolf Moon, rises on January 13 at 5:27PM EST.  There are differing opinions on the ...
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Wildlife Wednesday 01/01/2025

Happy #WildlifeWednesday! We are sliding into the new year like a North American river otter! Very social and undisputedly adorable, otters are ...
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Wildlife Wednesday 12/25/2024

Happy #WildlifeWednesday!  ‘Tis the season for the longest running citizen science project  in the world, the Christmas Bird Count (CBC). Up through ...
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Winter Solstice 2024

Winter solstice, which occurs on Saturday, December 21 at exactly 4:21AM EST, is the astronomical beginning of winter in the northern hemisphere.  ...
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Wildlife Wednesday 12/18/2024

Happy #WildlifeWednesday! The Snowy Owl is the heaviest owl in North America and one of the largest owls in the world. It ...
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Wildlife Wednesday 12/11/2024

Happy #WildlifeWednesday! Mrooowwwr. Purr. Hiss. Growl. These are the sounds one could hear from Ohio’s resident wildcat, the bobcat. These small native ...
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Geminid Meteor Shower

The Geminid meteor shower is a favorite among northern hemisphere observers and is well known for being the best meteor shower of ...
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TAKE ACTION

1.

Educate

Whether through our formal education programs, family and adult programs or guest speaker series, we want to help you dive into the wonders of your own backyard.

2.

Advocate

Small changes can make a difference, and we want to be your resource and partner in making these changes in our shared community.

3.

Donate

Whether you are giving monthly support, planting a Tree Of Life in someone's honor, or making an annual contribution, your support will make a tangible difference in our community.

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