Explore the Magic of Nature.
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So far in 2021, we've been spending a lot of time outdoors rediscovering nature up close. While quietly wandering the trails, we've noted a flash here, a spark there, a mysterious footprint too small to be a mouse...a flutter in our ear. ...and then, one chilly winter day, a tiny door appeared at the base of a small oak tree. The Fairy Folk had enchanted our woods. This is our story... |
It was like any other day.
I made a visit to the barn to check the mail and water the plants.
As I turned the key in the lock of the front door, I noticed a brightly colored box on the ground at my feet.
"Who could've left this?", I thought. I looked around but saw no one.
"I wonder who this belongs to", I whispered to myself.
Then, I opened it very carefully.
The box was lined with glimmering gold and inside was a tiny brown scroll tied with mossy green tattered velvet.
I slipped the tie off, unrolled it and discovered there were directions, like steps to a treasure.
I knew I had to follow them!
When I reached the Oak tree, I couldn't believe my eyes - there was a tiny door at the base of it!
It was both peculiar and magical, and I couldn't wait to share it with all of you.
Also in the box was a page called 'Folklore & Nature' which told of the many secrets of how the fairies care for the Oak trees.
Since then, we've discovered another door to the Dandelion Gnomes, and even more nature and folklore stories!
We are quite certain that there are more fairy folk on the reserve waiting to be discovered.
You can find the directions and clues to the doors and the 'Nature & Folklore' stories
in our wayside exhibit, in the photos below, and on our social media pages.
Please help the Fairy Folk spread their magic by using #WPNRFairyFolk on social media.
Have fun and enjoy the adventure!
As I turned the key in the lock of the front door, I noticed a brightly colored box on the ground at my feet.
"Who could've left this?", I thought. I looked around but saw no one.
"I wonder who this belongs to", I whispered to myself.
Then, I opened it very carefully.
The box was lined with glimmering gold and inside was a tiny brown scroll tied with mossy green tattered velvet.
I slipped the tie off, unrolled it and discovered there were directions, like steps to a treasure.
I knew I had to follow them!
When I reached the Oak tree, I couldn't believe my eyes - there was a tiny door at the base of it!
It was both peculiar and magical, and I couldn't wait to share it with all of you.
Also in the box was a page called 'Folklore & Nature' which told of the many secrets of how the fairies care for the Oak trees.
Since then, we've discovered another door to the Dandelion Gnomes, and even more nature and folklore stories!
We are quite certain that there are more fairy folk on the reserve waiting to be discovered.
You can find the directions and clues to the doors and the 'Nature & Folklore' stories
in our wayside exhibit, in the photos below, and on our social media pages.
Please help the Fairy Folk spread their magic by using #WPNRFairyFolk on social media.
Have fun and enjoy the adventure!
Folklore & Nature
WPNR Fairy Folk are not only magical, they're practical.
They have so much to teach us about the nature all around us. Read their stories below!
They have so much to teach us about the nature all around us. Read their stories below!
February 2021: The Oak Fairies
Oak Fairies belong to a group of Fairy Folk called the Winter Wind Fairies. These fairies rule the winter months and are very shy and quiet.
They kiss you on the cheek and whisper in your ear, ever so softly…you can only hear them when you are very still.
Sometimes, they play together, chasing each other in and out of wind chimes.
If you’ve ever heard a chime softly tinkling when there is no wind at all, it may be a wind fairy!
These tiny creatures are dark brown with flecks of gold, their wings are leaf shaped and they have mossy toned skin.
Their physical appearance helps them to blend into the dark winter landscape but their twinkling eyes sometimes give them away!
Oak fairies play an important role in the environment, making sure to keep the cycles of nature running smoothly.
They are busy breaking down the leaves of the previous season to build rich soil for the earthworms and beetles
to live in and provide organic material and nutrients to help flowers and new trees grow.
The acorns produced by the mighty oak trees are food for many mammals,
and Oak Fairies know all the best places to find the most enormous ones.
At night, the deer, squirrels, chipmunks, turkeys, and opossums gather with the fairies while they
sip oak water from acorn cups and tell of their adventures in the forest.
Fairies know that acorns make nutritious flour so they always save a few for themselves to bake Quercus cookies.
Oak trees are members of the Beech or Quercus Family, and there are about 90 different species in North America.
In Pennsylvania we have six species that the Oak Fairies make their homes in.
They are Black, Chestnut, Northern Red, Pin, Scarlet, and White Oak. The bark contains compounds called tannins.
Humans have used tannins to dye leather and other materials throughout history.
We’re pretty sure the Oak fairies use it to paint the inside of their homes and dye their slippers, but no one knows for sure.
The Oak Tree figures prominently in history and in folklore. It is associated with St. Brigid’s Day and Imbolc,
which marks the halfway point between Winter Solstice and Spring Equinox.
Known as All-Father tree, it has sheltered Robinhood, hosts the playful but toxic mistletoe, and was even
regarded as an oracle tree with its marcescent leaves whispering the tales of the future.
The next time you pass an oak tree, take a moment to say hello to the Oak Fairy, and if you are lucky enough to hear one whisper in your ear,
be sure to pay very close attention, she may be telling you a secret!
Clues to find the Oak Fairy:
Turn around and face the butterfly garden.
Walk to the entrance of the path.
Follow the path through the garden.
Walk across the lot to the beginning of the stream with the large rocks in it.
Cross the stream.
Take 64 human steps toward the oak tree.
Crouch down, low to the ground.
If you have magic in your heart, you can see it.
This is the door of the Oak Fairy.
They are very shy and do not like to be seen.
Whistle three times like the wind and listen closely.
You will hear the Oak Fairy whispering back to you.
Her voice sounds like the rustling of leaves.
The Oak Fairy has much to teach us about nature and how to care for it.
A keen eye will see her clues.
Oak Fairies belong to a group of Fairy Folk called the Winter Wind Fairies. These fairies rule the winter months and are very shy and quiet.
They kiss you on the cheek and whisper in your ear, ever so softly…you can only hear them when you are very still.
Sometimes, they play together, chasing each other in and out of wind chimes.
If you’ve ever heard a chime softly tinkling when there is no wind at all, it may be a wind fairy!
These tiny creatures are dark brown with flecks of gold, their wings are leaf shaped and they have mossy toned skin.
Their physical appearance helps them to blend into the dark winter landscape but their twinkling eyes sometimes give them away!
Oak fairies play an important role in the environment, making sure to keep the cycles of nature running smoothly.
They are busy breaking down the leaves of the previous season to build rich soil for the earthworms and beetles
to live in and provide organic material and nutrients to help flowers and new trees grow.
The acorns produced by the mighty oak trees are food for many mammals,
and Oak Fairies know all the best places to find the most enormous ones.
At night, the deer, squirrels, chipmunks, turkeys, and opossums gather with the fairies while they
sip oak water from acorn cups and tell of their adventures in the forest.
Fairies know that acorns make nutritious flour so they always save a few for themselves to bake Quercus cookies.
Oak trees are members of the Beech or Quercus Family, and there are about 90 different species in North America.
In Pennsylvania we have six species that the Oak Fairies make their homes in.
They are Black, Chestnut, Northern Red, Pin, Scarlet, and White Oak. The bark contains compounds called tannins.
Humans have used tannins to dye leather and other materials throughout history.
We’re pretty sure the Oak fairies use it to paint the inside of their homes and dye their slippers, but no one knows for sure.
The Oak Tree figures prominently in history and in folklore. It is associated with St. Brigid’s Day and Imbolc,
which marks the halfway point between Winter Solstice and Spring Equinox.
Known as All-Father tree, it has sheltered Robinhood, hosts the playful but toxic mistletoe, and was even
regarded as an oracle tree with its marcescent leaves whispering the tales of the future.
The next time you pass an oak tree, take a moment to say hello to the Oak Fairy, and if you are lucky enough to hear one whisper in your ear,
be sure to pay very close attention, she may be telling you a secret!
Clues to find the Oak Fairy:
Turn around and face the butterfly garden.
Walk to the entrance of the path.
Follow the path through the garden.
Walk across the lot to the beginning of the stream with the large rocks in it.
Cross the stream.
Take 64 human steps toward the oak tree.
Crouch down, low to the ground.
If you have magic in your heart, you can see it.
This is the door of the Oak Fairy.
They are very shy and do not like to be seen.
Whistle three times like the wind and listen closely.
You will hear the Oak Fairy whispering back to you.
Her voice sounds like the rustling of leaves.
The Oak Fairy has much to teach us about nature and how to care for it.
A keen eye will see her clues.
March 2021: The Dandelion Gnomes
The Dandelion Gnomes are spring water folk, and like spring, they are bringers of great change. As the light returns, they work round the clock. They whistle away, while watering and feeding the long taproots of dandelions and gently moving the earth aside to help them poke their heads up through the newly thawed ground. It is perhaps amongst their most important tasks since dandelions are one of one the first nectar sources available for bees in the spring.
By nature, they are deeply earthy and live with their gnome families in burrows amongst the roots of the plants and trees. They access their homes through crevices found near rocks and water sources. If you’ve ever seen steam rising mysteriously from the ground, it could be from a gnome den. They are robust, industrious little folk and often venture above ground to collect twigs, stones, and berries. Though they are mostly jovial, they can become cranky when their work is interrupted.
Often, the things we take for granted are tremendously important to Dandelion Gnomes. A rock pile may look ordinary to us, but to a gnome, it may be their workshop. A haphazardly stacked wood pile can shift and be extremely dangerous to them. It’s always best to think carefully when moving things around in nature, since you never know who might depend on things being right where they are.
There are over 400 species of bees found in Pennsylvania and many of them live in the ground. While they slumber in their tiny tunnels, the Dandelion Gnomes look out for them by keeping the spring rains diverted to the roots of plants and trees. While the dandelion is not native to North America, Taraxacum officinale has become naturalized and vital to our ecosystem. Their long taproots break up hard soil so the earthworms can tunnel about, and collect minerals from deep in the earth, bringing them to the surface for more shallow rooted plants. The gnomes scurry about making sure the roots don’t tangle and moving rocks so they have a clear path to grow. They are excellent at directing traffic for busy ants and beetles, while gently nudging the snails to keep moving along.
The next time you are exploring outdoors, keep an eye out for signs of the Dandelion Gnome. Check the cracks around rocks, curious holes in the earth, splits in the bottom of trees, and most of all, near sunny patches of dandelions that dot the meadows in spring.
Clues to find the Dandelion Gnomes:
Though trees are the bees knees,
under stones is how we get home.
Listen for snickering, or bickering…
Catch a glimpse of golden petals flickering.
Underground we work and play
Near water and flowers, busy by day.
Never knock on our sunny door
For we will disappear and return no more.
The Dandelion Gnomes are spring water folk, and like spring, they are bringers of great change. As the light returns, they work round the clock. They whistle away, while watering and feeding the long taproots of dandelions and gently moving the earth aside to help them poke their heads up through the newly thawed ground. It is perhaps amongst their most important tasks since dandelions are one of one the first nectar sources available for bees in the spring.
By nature, they are deeply earthy and live with their gnome families in burrows amongst the roots of the plants and trees. They access their homes through crevices found near rocks and water sources. If you’ve ever seen steam rising mysteriously from the ground, it could be from a gnome den. They are robust, industrious little folk and often venture above ground to collect twigs, stones, and berries. Though they are mostly jovial, they can become cranky when their work is interrupted.
Often, the things we take for granted are tremendously important to Dandelion Gnomes. A rock pile may look ordinary to us, but to a gnome, it may be their workshop. A haphazardly stacked wood pile can shift and be extremely dangerous to them. It’s always best to think carefully when moving things around in nature, since you never know who might depend on things being right where they are.
There are over 400 species of bees found in Pennsylvania and many of them live in the ground. While they slumber in their tiny tunnels, the Dandelion Gnomes look out for them by keeping the spring rains diverted to the roots of plants and trees. While the dandelion is not native to North America, Taraxacum officinale has become naturalized and vital to our ecosystem. Their long taproots break up hard soil so the earthworms can tunnel about, and collect minerals from deep in the earth, bringing them to the surface for more shallow rooted plants. The gnomes scurry about making sure the roots don’t tangle and moving rocks so they have a clear path to grow. They are excellent at directing traffic for busy ants and beetles, while gently nudging the snails to keep moving along.
The next time you are exploring outdoors, keep an eye out for signs of the Dandelion Gnome. Check the cracks around rocks, curious holes in the earth, splits in the bottom of trees, and most of all, near sunny patches of dandelions that dot the meadows in spring.
Clues to find the Dandelion Gnomes:
Though trees are the bees knees,
under stones is how we get home.
Listen for snickering, or bickering…
Catch a glimpse of golden petals flickering.
Underground we work and play
Near water and flowers, busy by day.
Never knock on our sunny door
For we will disappear and return no more.
April 2021: The Pawpaw Pixies
Pawpaw Pixies are fascinating little creatures. Aside from their playful demeanor and bright green hair, they have the ability to help make one of the most magical fruits in the world, the fragrant sweet pawpaw.
Pawpaw trees are a Pennsylvania native species knows as Asimina triloba, and are the largest native fruiting species in North America. They have large tropical-esque bright green leaves that form a lush canopy, where they live in groves, often near water.
These trees are special because they evolved before modern bees, so honey bees and other native bees and pollinators aren’t attracted to their nectar. Instead, they rely on carrion beetles and flies, which are attracted to the foul smell of their flowers. Since there isn’t an abundance of these insects, the Pawpaw Pixies are eager helpers.
The pawpaw flowers are deep maroon with chartreuse centers that develop before the leaves appear in the spring, and are a striking contrast to the bare tree branches. Like the insects, the pixies flit from male blooms to female blooms, softly blowing puffs of pollen grains onto their stigmas. All summer, clusters of fruit grow to the size of a mango, eventually soften, and are ready to eat by September. Their sweet vanilla-mango-banana-custard-like flavored fruit is a lovely autumn delight!
The Pawpaw Pixies are swift and efficient in their tasks, but love to play hide-and-seek in the dense understory of pawpaw groves. The tree bark sometimes has markings that look like eyes and the fairy folk know that there is much wisdom and mystery in them. Listen carefully, you may hear a snicker as a ripe pawpaw fruit drops from the tree. They are quite proud of their edible handiwork and eager for humans to taste them!
Clues to find the Pawpaw Pixies:
In summer, seek the neon green,
In autumn, blinding gold.
In spring, you’ll see nary a leaf,
but velvety petals unfold.
The mother tree, with all her young
like children gathered round.
The grove, it is her family,
fruit offerings abound.
Follow the path,
peek left and right,
til’ our door you do see.
Don’t touch, or knock, or peer inside,
or once again we’ll flee!
Pawpaw Pixies are fascinating little creatures. Aside from their playful demeanor and bright green hair, they have the ability to help make one of the most magical fruits in the world, the fragrant sweet pawpaw.
Pawpaw trees are a Pennsylvania native species knows as Asimina triloba, and are the largest native fruiting species in North America. They have large tropical-esque bright green leaves that form a lush canopy, where they live in groves, often near water.
These trees are special because they evolved before modern bees, so honey bees and other native bees and pollinators aren’t attracted to their nectar. Instead, they rely on carrion beetles and flies, which are attracted to the foul smell of their flowers. Since there isn’t an abundance of these insects, the Pawpaw Pixies are eager helpers.
The pawpaw flowers are deep maroon with chartreuse centers that develop before the leaves appear in the spring, and are a striking contrast to the bare tree branches. Like the insects, the pixies flit from male blooms to female blooms, softly blowing puffs of pollen grains onto their stigmas. All summer, clusters of fruit grow to the size of a mango, eventually soften, and are ready to eat by September. Their sweet vanilla-mango-banana-custard-like flavored fruit is a lovely autumn delight!
The Pawpaw Pixies are swift and efficient in their tasks, but love to play hide-and-seek in the dense understory of pawpaw groves. The tree bark sometimes has markings that look like eyes and the fairy folk know that there is much wisdom and mystery in them. Listen carefully, you may hear a snicker as a ripe pawpaw fruit drops from the tree. They are quite proud of their edible handiwork and eager for humans to taste them!
Clues to find the Pawpaw Pixies:
In summer, seek the neon green,
In autumn, blinding gold.
In spring, you’ll see nary a leaf,
but velvety petals unfold.
The mother tree, with all her young
like children gathered round.
The grove, it is her family,
fruit offerings abound.
Follow the path,
peek left and right,
til’ our door you do see.
Don’t touch, or knock, or peer inside,
or once again we’ll flee!
May 2021: The Hawthorn Fairies
There is no tree more steeped in folklore than the hawthorn. Native to North America and Europe, it is part of the rose family, which is reflected in its pink and white May blossoms. Considered an emblem of hope, Athenian brides used hawthorn flowers to decorate their true love, while they carried their own bouquet of them to the altar. In ancient Rome, hawthorn wood was used as a charm against witchcraft and sorcery, and the leaves were put into the cradle of newborn babies as protection. Historically, hawthorn trees have always been called ‘Fairy Trees’ because they are believed to be a portal to other worlds.
These sweet fairies are the epitome of spring. They have rosy-pink cheeks and silky white tresses that reflect their kind, mystical disposition. Agile and quick, their wings are quite delicate and glisten when the light hits them just right. Hawthorn fairies live in the trees year- round, checking in on robin babies in the spring, and flitting between this world, and the mystical realm. They have become quite adept at knowing when they are needed and appear at just the right time to help protect children and animal babies of all sorts.
Hawthorn trees bloom in May as their serrated lobed leaves appear. The branches are covered in 2-inch thorns that can be very dangerous if handled. In autumn, the leaves drop as they reveal red haws that look like rosehips and can be made into jam, or left for the birds, who adore them. Birds often nest in their thorny branches for protection from other animals. Farmers once used hawthorns to line their fields in hedgerows to corral livestock. Today, many of these hedgerows persist long after the farming has ceased since the haws drop and new trees grow. These are the perfect trees to plant for pollinators since they forage heavily on the blossoms in early spring before other flowers bloom. Hawthorn is a common medicinal treatment in Europe used for ailments of the heart such as high or low blood pressure. A tisane made of the leaves is used when a person is feeling heartbroken or sad, thus the reason the hawthorn is known as the heart herb.
You should never remove anything from the hawthorn without leaving a gift for the fairies. Doing so might invite misfortune, so we are sure to leave a little something sparkly when we collect the haws, or leaves. The fairies are most excited by tiny shiny objects and be sure to whisper a little hello as you visit!
Clues to find the Hawthorn Fairies:
In sweet summer, they’ve leaves glossy and green.
In crisp, fiery fall, look for red haws.
In the icy new year, their thorns strike fear!
In renewal of spring, the white blossoms bring
fairies, and babies, and bees galore
persisting, they line history’s garden evermore.
There is no tree more steeped in folklore than the hawthorn. Native to North America and Europe, it is part of the rose family, which is reflected in its pink and white May blossoms. Considered an emblem of hope, Athenian brides used hawthorn flowers to decorate their true love, while they carried their own bouquet of them to the altar. In ancient Rome, hawthorn wood was used as a charm against witchcraft and sorcery, and the leaves were put into the cradle of newborn babies as protection. Historically, hawthorn trees have always been called ‘Fairy Trees’ because they are believed to be a portal to other worlds.
These sweet fairies are the epitome of spring. They have rosy-pink cheeks and silky white tresses that reflect their kind, mystical disposition. Agile and quick, their wings are quite delicate and glisten when the light hits them just right. Hawthorn fairies live in the trees year- round, checking in on robin babies in the spring, and flitting between this world, and the mystical realm. They have become quite adept at knowing when they are needed and appear at just the right time to help protect children and animal babies of all sorts.
Hawthorn trees bloom in May as their serrated lobed leaves appear. The branches are covered in 2-inch thorns that can be very dangerous if handled. In autumn, the leaves drop as they reveal red haws that look like rosehips and can be made into jam, or left for the birds, who adore them. Birds often nest in their thorny branches for protection from other animals. Farmers once used hawthorns to line their fields in hedgerows to corral livestock. Today, many of these hedgerows persist long after the farming has ceased since the haws drop and new trees grow. These are the perfect trees to plant for pollinators since they forage heavily on the blossoms in early spring before other flowers bloom. Hawthorn is a common medicinal treatment in Europe used for ailments of the heart such as high or low blood pressure. A tisane made of the leaves is used when a person is feeling heartbroken or sad, thus the reason the hawthorn is known as the heart herb.
You should never remove anything from the hawthorn without leaving a gift for the fairies. Doing so might invite misfortune, so we are sure to leave a little something sparkly when we collect the haws, or leaves. The fairies are most excited by tiny shiny objects and be sure to whisper a little hello as you visit!
Clues to find the Hawthorn Fairies:
In sweet summer, they’ve leaves glossy and green.
In crisp, fiery fall, look for red haws.
In the icy new year, their thorns strike fear!
In renewal of spring, the white blossoms bring
fairies, and babies, and bees galore
persisting, they line history’s garden evermore.
June 2021: The Flora Fairies
June is the time of year when the landscape bursts into a chorus of magical color, thanks, in part, to the Flora Fairies. They belong to the Earth Fairies group and that means they are deeply connected to the magic of the earth. They want us to see the beauty in everything and know that color affects us in a remarkable way, brightening our moods and lifting our spirits. Their sole purpose is to support the natural beauty of the earth and make sure it brings us joy. The Flora Fairies represent all things beautiful and magical.
As so many species of flowers bloom at once, the fairies busily flit from petal to petal, fluffing, arranging, and misting to make sure that every blossom looks their best.
In the fairy realm, this is the most celebratory time of all. There are many late nights spent in the meadows with all manner of fairies gathering with the fire, dragon, and butterflies, and other creatures to partake in the sweet nectar of the abundant flora.
There are so many species of flowers blooming and soon-to-bloom on the reserve at this time of the year. One week, the meadows will be awash in the golden hue of the Golden Alexanders, and the next, the white sprays of Beardtongue, False Blue Indigo, and sweet pink Bee Balm will seem to be spilling across the gently rolling meadows. The show continues throughout the summer like a virtual kaleidoscope of flora emerging and fading as the days pass.
As you visit the reserve this June, look for sparkles and dewdrops on the petals of newly opened flowers and you’ll know you’ve witnessed the work of the Flora Fairies. Be sure to share any serendipitous moments with us as you search for their door on the picturesque landscape. There are many places to look for them, so keep a keen eye out for a spectacularly colored door!
Clues to find the Flora Fairies:
Colors of the rainbow you will find,
if you keep an open mind.
The sweetest nectar is often found
both in the trees and on the ground
The Flora Folk are never home,
but in the meadows where you roam.
If you find them, leave a note
A poem, a riddle, or a song you wrote.
They’ll very much appreciate
Your gift to help them celebrate!
June is the time of year when the landscape bursts into a chorus of magical color, thanks, in part, to the Flora Fairies. They belong to the Earth Fairies group and that means they are deeply connected to the magic of the earth. They want us to see the beauty in everything and know that color affects us in a remarkable way, brightening our moods and lifting our spirits. Their sole purpose is to support the natural beauty of the earth and make sure it brings us joy. The Flora Fairies represent all things beautiful and magical.
As so many species of flowers bloom at once, the fairies busily flit from petal to petal, fluffing, arranging, and misting to make sure that every blossom looks their best.
In the fairy realm, this is the most celebratory time of all. There are many late nights spent in the meadows with all manner of fairies gathering with the fire, dragon, and butterflies, and other creatures to partake in the sweet nectar of the abundant flora.
There are so many species of flowers blooming and soon-to-bloom on the reserve at this time of the year. One week, the meadows will be awash in the golden hue of the Golden Alexanders, and the next, the white sprays of Beardtongue, False Blue Indigo, and sweet pink Bee Balm will seem to be spilling across the gently rolling meadows. The show continues throughout the summer like a virtual kaleidoscope of flora emerging and fading as the days pass.
As you visit the reserve this June, look for sparkles and dewdrops on the petals of newly opened flowers and you’ll know you’ve witnessed the work of the Flora Fairies. Be sure to share any serendipitous moments with us as you search for their door on the picturesque landscape. There are many places to look for them, so keep a keen eye out for a spectacularly colored door!
Clues to find the Flora Fairies:
Colors of the rainbow you will find,
if you keep an open mind.
The sweetest nectar is often found
both in the trees and on the ground
The Flora Folk are never home,
but in the meadows where you roam.
If you find them, leave a note
A poem, a riddle, or a song you wrote.
They’ll very much appreciate
Your gift to help them celebrate!
July 2021: Coming Soon!
#WPNR Fairy Folk
Everyone could use a little magic right now.
We hope when you visit our trails and discover our fairy doors you experience a little magic.
Throughout the year, the WPNR Fairy Folk teach us about the
lesser-known miracles of nature, history and folklore.
Bookmark this page and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok to stay in the loop.
Each month, we'll feature new stories, project ideas, and other fun tidbits to keep you inspired to #getoutside and explore nature.
Don't forget to use our hashtag, #WPNRFairyFolk to share your photos and creations with us.
See you on the trails!
We hope when you visit our trails and discover our fairy doors you experience a little magic.
Throughout the year, the WPNR Fairy Folk teach us about the
lesser-known miracles of nature, history and folklore.
Bookmark this page and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok to stay in the loop.
Each month, we'll feature new stories, project ideas, and other fun tidbits to keep you inspired to #getoutside and explore nature.
Don't forget to use our hashtag, #WPNRFairyFolk to share your photos and creations with us.
See you on the trails!
