Meet Wood Lake Nature Center's animal ambassadors up close! Come learn about the reptiles and amphibians native to Minnesota. See them up close, touch their shell, and watch them eat! Make an animal craft to take home. $5 per person; half-off 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 per person; half-off for members. Register here.
Young explorers (age 3-5) accompanied by an adult will have an exciting time exploring a different natural topic each visit based on the season. Together with your child, enjoy stories, crafts, hands-on activities, and outdoor discovery time. Please dress for the weather as we will head outside rain or shine for each session. November 19 […]
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 other happenings in the night sky. $5 per session; free for members. Register here.
Learn the basics of this family-friendly activity that combines high-tech treasure hunts and nature discovery. Then spend the rest of the program exploring around Wood Lake on a course designed for beginners. Geocaching involves looking for a cache using a global positioning system (GPS) unit. All equipment provided. $5/person; half-off for members. Register here; program […]
Meet Wood Lake Nature Center's animal ambassadors up close! Come learn about the reptiles and amphibians native to Minnesota. See them up close, touch their shell, and watch them eat! Make an animal craft to take home. $5 per person; half-off for members.
Join other adults to discuss some wonderful environmental and outdoor recreation-based books. Refreshments will be provided. All books available at local libraries or may be available for loan through the nature center. Note: This event takes place at the Richfield Community Center due to construction at Wood Lake. $5/session; free for members. This month: "Listening Point," […]
Young explorers (age 3-5) accompanied by an adult will have an exciting time exploring a different natural topic each visit based on the season. Together with your child, enjoy stories, crafts, hands-on activities, and outdoor discovery time. Please dress for the weather as we will head outside rain or shine for each session. November 19 […]
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. Perfect for families and nature-lovers eager to uncover the hidden stories of animals in winter! $5/person; half-off for members; meet at the Lyndale Avenue gate. […]
Join Richfield Recreation and Mortenson Construction staff on a site tour of the new Wood Lake building! Walk the site and hear all about the brand-new facility. Tours are free, […]
