Find out about urban coyote research that is going on right here at Wood Lake. Coyotes are remarkably adapted to living in urban areas, but little is known about why they...
Live Animal Hour
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...
Magical Maple Syrup
Hike into Wood Lake’s sugar bush to help tap trees. Learn how syrup is made while watching sap boil in the evaporator. Discover the cultural significance and natural...
Night Hike
Enjoy a quiet stroll along the trails of Wood Lake. Afterwards, sip hot chocolate and enjoy the warmth of a fire. Please wear snow booths and warm clothing. Ages 15...
Marvelous Muskrats of the Marsh
Head out on Wood Lake’s frozen marsh to discover the mysterious lives of muskrats. Learn about the marvelous ways these creatures adapt to survive under the ice in...
