Come explore different phases of the moon, and view the urban night sky. We will keep our eyes and ears open for owls, coyotes, and happenings in the night sky. $5/person; free for members.
Meet Wood Lake Nature Center's animal ambassadors up close! Come learn about the reptiles and amphibians native to Minnesota that call Wood Lake their home. See them up close, touch their shells, and watch them eat! Make an animal craft to take home. $5/person; half-off for members.
Join Chick of the Woods for a day of foraging fun! We will begin with a discussion and hands-on learning about fall mushroom identification. After our discussion, we will walk the trails (up to 1.5 miles) foraging for fungi while learning how to identify trees that are associated with fall mushrooms. This will be a […]
Join other adults to discuss some wonderful environmental and outdoor recreation-based books. Refreshments will be provided. All books are available at local libraries, or may be available for loan through the nature center. $/person; free for members. Pre-registration and payment are required. Register online at www.woodlakenaturecenter.org, or call 612-861-9365. This month's selection: Crossings: How Road Ecology […]
Come learn about our beautiful nocturnal pollinator friends: moths! Discover their importance to the natural world, their biology, how to set up a moth sheet, and more! If you would like to participate in some evening citizen scientist fun, download the iNaturalist app ahead of time and help document the many nocturnal insects that call […]
Kids ages 5 and under, with adult, are invited to a free play date on select Saturdays at the Community Center. Check out the different themes/activities for each date! Kids and adults, bring your friends and your coffee and come hang out! This week: Kids Pumpkin Yoga & Storytime; and Marilyn on Piano. Free for […]
Participants will be taught basic mindfulness practices, then be guided in an immersive experience on a nature walk to practice those skills. These experiences broaden awareness, sharpen focus, engage the senses, and open the heart. Our goal is to cultivate a deeper nature and develop a sense of compassion for other being - including ourselves […]
October is a great time to be out in nature. Join Professional photographer Don Tredinnick at Wood Lake Nature Center for a fun afternoon photographing the fall colors! We will begin in front of Wood Lake's main building with a quick discussion of camera settings prior to heading down the trails. At each stop, there […]
Learn one of the oldest arts still practiced today! Practice archery basics and safety, shoot at stationary targets, and play games. Equipment provided. Every person attending must register. Dress for the weather. Ages 8 and up. $15 per person; half-off for members. Registration required at www.woodlakenaturecenter.org.
Learn one of the oldest arts still practiced today! Practice archery basics and safety, shoot at stationary targets, and play games. Equipment provided. Dress for the weather. Ages 16 and up. $15 per person; half-off for members. Registration required at www.woodlakenaturecenter.org.
