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Crisp air & colorful foliage.

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

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Grown-up Makers Monday

A Virtual Free Session
Monday, October 26th
Halloween Makers Monday
Watch the video to learn step by step how to make a Halloween Wax Paper Luminary with WPNR Staff on Facebook.
Makers@Home Material List: Wax Paper, Washi or Masking Tape, Pressed Flowers or Leaves, and an Iron.
See you on Facebook and share your creations online with us!
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ENVIRONMENTAL EXPLORERS

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.


 

ENVIRONMENTAL EXPLORERS ZOOM LIVE
​Grades 2-6

Wednesday, October 14th
6:30-7:30 p.m.
 
Join Ms. Madie and Ms. Sarah for an hour-long, live, virtual STEM-based lesson on spiders and their webs. No materials or fee required, but please register below to participate!
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Registration

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.

Virtual Bird Hike

MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON