Head out on Wood Lake’s frozen marsh to discover the mysterious lives of muskrats. Learn about the many adaptations these elusive creatures need to survive under the...
Live Animal Hour
by Katy Epler | Jan 7, 2023
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...
Family Forest Bathing
by Katy Epler | Dec 31, 2022
Can you see like an owl? Can you hear like a deer? Take a walk on the (wild)life side to open up your senses to nature and each other! We’ll take a relaxed, playful...
Forest Bathing
by Katy Epler | Dec 31, 2022
Awaken your senses and connect deeply to nature, self, and community. Experience a relaxed, gentle walk based on the Japanese practice of shinrin yoku, or “forest...
Adult/Child Preschool Programs: Winter Fun
by Katy Epler | Dec 31, 2022
Young explorers (age 3-5) accompanied by an adult will have an exciting time exploring a different natural topic each visit. Enjoy stories, puppet shows, crafts, hands-on...