Discover the history and age-old tradition of cidering while mashing and pressing apples into cider. Taste a variety of apples and learn how to blend different kinds of apples together into a delicious mix of cider. Enjoy a short fall hike while the cider sweetens through oxidation! $5/person; half-off for members.
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 […]
Take a walk with a naturalist to take in the colors and see what seasonal changes are taking place. Build community with others as we explore the trails. $5/person; half-off for members.
Try your hand at a host of nature-based board games. Themes include birds, plants, animals, insects, and more. Games can take anywhere from 15 minutes to three hours to play, depending on which game you choose. Learn about a variety of nature concepts and topics while having fun with your friends, family, and fellow community […]
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.
Head out on a fall hike seeking the birds that migrate through Wood Lake. We will discuss the challenges that birds face during migration, as well as where they are headed. Binoculars and field guides will be available for loan. Class will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather. Two sessions of the same […]
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. $5/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: Owls of the Eastern […]
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.
Learn the basics of this family-friendly activity that combines shelter-building and fire-starting. Enjoy the seasonal changes while practicing outdoor skills. $5/person; half-off for members.
