WINNIE PALMER NATURE RESERVE
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Explore Fall

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Crisp air & colorful foliage.
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harvest garden

Near our main entrance, the harvest garden has an abundance of fall fruits and vegetables such as pumpkins and sunflowers.   

Fall foliage walk

A walk amongst the vibrant colors of fall foliage is good for the soul.  Our Thicket Trail is a beautiful .33 mile hike with a variety of deciduous goodness.

Top 5 Tips to dress warm on fall hikes

Getting outside for a fall hike amongst the colorful foliage is a wonderful way to get exercise and give you a positive boost. 
As warm summer weather dwindles, the now cooler autumn days and nights require a shift in clothing choices for outdoor activities. Fortunately, staying warm and comfortable playing outside or going on an autumn hike or walk is easy to do.  Simply follow these top five tips that work for both adults and kids. ​Remember, there's no bad weather, only bad clothing choices. If you dress for success with these five tips, your fall hikes will be an absolute pleasure.  
Read the Top 5 Tips

Adult Pop-Up WorkshopS
​Year-round

Colonial Tea Talk
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 5th, 12:00-1:00 PM
Free event, no registration required.

Join us for a short presentation about herbal teas and medicinal blends used on the frontier.
Sample and lean how to make a few Colonial inspired holiday favorites.

Grown-up Makers Monday


Upcycled Sock Gloves
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18TH, 6:00-8:00 PM
$6 per person, register here.
PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN SOCKS!

As part of our slow fashion series, bring a pair of your favorite worn (or new) socks to make into fingerless gloves. We’ll learn a simple edge-finishing stitch and apply repurposed materials for embellishment. Please bring your own socks.
​Any material is fine as long as you like how it looks and feels on your wrist. Please call with any questions!

ENVIRONMENTAL EXPLORERS

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Connecting children in grades kindergarten – grade 6 to the natural world by integrating the foundations of Science, Technology, Engineering,
and Mathematics


What is Environmental Explorers?
**FREE, standards aligned program to discuss topics in environmental science and complete
interactive STEM challenges.

When and where do the Environmental Explorers meet?
**Sessions are held throughout the year at the Environmental Learning Barn.
**Parents are welcome to stay on reserve property while their children are exploring the program.


FOREST ANIMALS
Learn about animals that live in the forests and how they survive
Saturday, November 23, 2019
​
9am-12pm
​FREE 



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FALL ​​BIRDING

FOLIAGE PHOTO WALKS

​FALL PAINTING

Top 10 
Fall facts

Fall can be a gorgeous time of year but do you know the history behind it?
LEARN MORE

explore the seasons

There are so many ways to connect with nature all year-round.
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Owl Prowl

Friday, January 31, 2020
​6 am - 9 pm
MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON

“Let Nature be your teacher.”

​      – William Wordsworth


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Contact Us

(724) 537-5284
744 Walzer Way ​Latrobe, PA 15650
Barn Hours:  Tues. thru Fri. 10 AM – 4 PM
Trail Hours:   Daily Dawn to Dusk

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  • Home
  • ABOUT WPNR
    • The Reserve
    • about Winnie
    • Our People
    • Our Animals
    • Our Upcoming Events
    • News
    • Policies
  • Learn
    • EARLY CHILDHOOD
    • SCHOOL AGE
    • ADULTS
    • Field Trips
    • SUMMER CAMPS
    • Nature Birthday Parties
    • Community Events
  • Explore
    • LEARNING BARN
    • Nature Explore Classroom
    • Gardens & Wild Spaces
    • The Apiary
    • Historic Lochry Blockhouse
    • Trail Map
  • Experience
    • Get Outside
      • Get Outside Giveaway
    • Spring
    • Summer
    • Fall
    • Winter
  • Plan Your Visit
  • Shop