Help birds find the food they need during winter, by building a wooden bird feeder. Discover the wonder of watching birds enjoy the feeder through the seasons. Makes a perfect […]
Enjoy making beautiful candles using sheets of pure beeswax that you roll by hand around a wick. Beeswax is a natural product that burns completely and doesn't drip or smoke. […]
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 […]
Embark on a captivating journey along a scenic walking trail illuminated by countless flickering candles, nestled amidst cattails and majestic trees. Keep your eyes peeled for glimpses of graceful deer, […]
Meet Wood Lake Nature Center's animal ambassadors up close! Come learn about some of the reptiles and amphibians native to Minnesota, and make an animal craft to take home. $5/person; […]
Join us for an exciting winter adventure as we explore the tracks and scat left behind by local wildlife. Learn how to identify animal prints and signs in the snow, and create your own plaster cast of tracks to take home as a keepsake. Perfect for families and nature lovers eager to uncover the hidden […]
Head out on Wood Lake's frozen marsh to discover the curious lives of muskrats! Learn about the numerous ways these creatures adapt to survive under the ice in Minnesota. $5/person; half-off for members. Register here.
From forest trails in Korea, to islands in Finland, to eucalyptus groves in California, Florence Williams investigates the science behind nature's positive effects on the brain. Delving into brand-new research, she uncovers the powers of the natural world to improve health, promote reflection and innovation, and strengthen our relationships. As our modern lives shift dramatically […]
Enjoy a quiet stroll along the trails of Wood Lake. Afterwards, sip hot chocolate and enjoy the warmth of a fire. Please wear snow boots and warm clothing. Ages 10 and up. $10/hike; half-off for members. Register here.
Help celebrate Wood Lake and the changes that will take place in the coming years as we replace our current building with a new one that will serve the community for the next 50-plus years. There will be a short program at 2 p.m. Refreshments and memories provided! Free.
