Learn about climate change, the science that informs us, the impacts on Minnesota, and what we can do about it during an interactive presentation by Craig Heinen. He will share […]
Elpis Enterprises is proud to offer a DIY Build-A-Birdfeeder workshop at Wood Lake. In this workshop, Elpis Enterprises staff will guide the participants in how to use jigs to place […]
Help restore Wood Lake's prairie and forest, pick up litter, and other site projects at this free event. There will also be an Earth day fair with booths from community […]
Young explorers (age 3-5) accompanied by an adult will have an exciting time exploring a different natural topic each visit. Enjoy stories, puppet shows, crafts, hands-on activities, snack, and outdoor […]
Join other adults to discuss The Seed Keeper by Diane Wilson. A haunting novel spanning several generations, The Seed Keeper follows a Dakhóta family’s struggle to preserve their way of life, and their sacrifices to protect what matters most. Refreshments provided; books are available at local libraries or may be available for loan through the […]
Weekly Nature Play Group for kids ages 4-6 + caregiver, offered by Momma Earth $30/session (per child + caregiver) OR SAVE with bundle $100/4 sessions (per child + caregiver) 1x Drop-In or 4x-Pass Available! If you are open to learning, would like to take yourself outside more often with your family, and are looking for […]
Wood Lake is the layover spot of choice for dozens of migrating bird species and numerous year-round residents as well. As part of a nationwide research project, nature center staff will safely mark these birds with an aluminum band to track their movements over their lifetime. The goal is to re-capture the birds; in 2021, […]
Enjoy a spring hike through Wood Lake as we look for both migrating and resident birds; discover how to identify species from sight and sound. Binoculars and field guides will be available for loan. $5/person, free for members Online registration at woodlakenaturecenter.org is preferred; walk-in registrations are allowed as space permits.
Young explorers (age 3-5) accompanied by an adult will have an exciting time exploring a different natural topic each visit. Enjoy stories, puppet shows, crafts, hands-on activities, snack, and outdoor discovery time. Dress for the weather as most of the class will be outdoors. Online registration required at woodlakenaturecenter.org. $10/child; $5/additional child.
Enjoy a leisurely wildflower hike and learn about the importance of the pollinators that visit them. Then help make homemade honey ice cream using honey produced by Wood Lake’s honeybees. […]
