October Events at The Wilderness Center
Star Watch & Planetarium Show Fri., Oct. 1, 8 p.m.
Join TWC’s Astronomy Club for a Planetarium Show, then view the real things through telescopes. All ages. Free.
Birding the Killbuck Wildlife Area
Thu., Oct. 7, 7:30 a.m. to about noon.
TWC’s Bird Club will guide you through the Killbuck Wildlife area and help improve your birding skills. Meet at the Bob Evans at Rt. 30 and Madison Ave. in Wooster for breakfast at 7:30–we’ll carpool to the marsh about 8 a.m. Dress for the weather. Limited to 20. $10. Preregistration required. Adult.
The Enchanted Forest Fri., Oct. 8 and Sat., Oct. 9
“Magic” fills The Wilderness Center trails during the Enchanted Forest. Children have a fun—but not scary—experience. Walk through the Enchanted Forest and meet various creatures of the night:
•Owl will tell you what it’s like being the top winged predator of the night.
•Tree Frog show how changing the color of your skin to the color of your surroundings can save you from predators.
•Coyote, also called trickster or prankster of the wild, will dazzle you with tales of survival skills.
•Skunk, usually a peaceful loner, will chat with you about the consequences of startling him.
•Bat, who is our only winged mammal, will tell stories of how bats help mankind with insect control.
•Flying Squirrel, who is nocturnal, seldom seen, glides from tree to tree without humans being aware of his presence.
The Enchanted Forest is a fun, educational experience for children 4 to 10 years old. (They should bring their parents and grandparents along, too.)
Visitors are escorted around the trail by volunteer leaders called Fireflies, who light the way with lanterns. Along the trail, you stop for brief programs by the creatures inhabiting the Enchanted Forest. The walk takes about one hour. After the walk, refreshments are served in the building.
The fee is $6/member; $8/nonmember; free for children 3 & under. Children and adults are encouraged to wear costumes. Preregistration is required by cash, check, or credit card. Sign up early—The Enchanted Forest fills quickly! Members may register before Sep. 14. After that, registration is open to everyone. If you have older children, please consider signing up for the later session so families with small children and early bedtimes may come early. Call 877-359-5235 or register online at Enchanted Forest
Foxfield Preserve Info Session Sat., Oct. 9, 2 p.m.
Foxfield Preserve is a nature preserve cemetery at TWC. Natural burial is an environmentally friendly, economical alternative to modern burial, as fewer resources are used. As a nature preserve, we provide wildlife habitat, a clean watershed, and clean air. Walking trails allow everyone to enjoy the beauty and serenity of the preserve. A natural burial at Foxfield Preserve leaves a permanent legacy for your family, community, and the natural world. Free info session.
Autumn Geofest III 2010 Sat., Oct. 16, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
The Geocaching Club’s third annual fall event will be held on Sat., Oct. 16, 2010, here at the Center. It will run from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Registration will be from 8-1. The club will be placing over 100 temporary caches for the day. There will be door prizes, a 50/50 drawing, and?the raffle of a Garmin 60csx gps unit. Refreshments will be available for a donation. Check geocaching.com for more details.
Bird Walk Sat., Oct. 16, 8 a.m.
Join the Birders Club on a walk to look for birds. All ages. Free.
Fall Story Concert Sat., Oct. 16, 7 p.m.
The Storytellers of TWC explore the delights of a tale well told with a wide range of stories: folk tales that endure time and trends; stories to make you laugh; stories that send a chill down your spine; and tales of other people and places.
Come and revel in the unexpected! We need the most important part of storytelling—you, the listener. $3/adult; $1/child; $6/family.
Story Time: I Like Snakes Wed., Oct. 20, 11 a.m.
Snakes are sensational! Celebrate these creepy crawlies with stories, songs, and a visit with a real, live snake. We’ll hunt for snakes outside in some of their favorite places.
Stories are for 3-4 year olds, but all ages are welcome, if they’d be interested. Free for members; donation requested from nonmembers. Registration is optional.
Wilderness Walk Thu., Oct. 21, 2 p.m.
Join a naturalist on the 3rd Thu. each month for a walk on our trails. See what’s interesting today! All ages. Free.
Family Astronomy: Autumn Skies
Sat., Oct. 23, 2 p.m.
Take a Planetarium tour of what to expect in the night sky this season. Hear stories of some of the major constellations. Includes visible planets and m-objects. Fall is the season for the Birds and Ocean Dwellers Group—the swan, the eagle, the arrow; the dolphin, the water carrier, and the seagoat. Free.
Foxfield Preserve Info Session Sat., Oct. 23, 2 p.m.
Foxfield Preserve is a nature preserve cemetery at TWC. Natural burial is an environmentally friendly, economical alternative to modern burial, as fewer resources are used. As a nature preserve, we provide wildlife habitat, a clean watershed, and clean air. Walking trails allow everyone to enjoy the beauty and serenity of the preserve. A natural burial at Foxfield Preserve leaves a permanent legacy for your family, community, and the natural world. Free info session.
Stockdale Family Band Concert Sat., Oct. 23, 7 p.m.
The Stockdale Family Band performs a combination of Bluegrass and Gospel with a touch of Appalachian music and comedy for good measure. Father, Tim, and brothers Calvin, Charles, Jacob, and James often spend kitchen and farm chore time together singing their favorite songs and honing harmonies. Their 5-piece band includes guitar, fiddle, mandolin, banjo, and bass. Their affection for people and enthusiasm for traditional music are infectious to audiences. $8/member; $10/nonmember. Children 15 and younger half price, if accompanied by an adult.
