Swing by Woodcock Nature Center for a visit! Check out the new indoor animal enclosures and say hello to your favorite Woodcock ambassador animal. No reservations are necessary, just come on by! Plan a longer visit by enjoying our grounds, trails and playground which are open from dawn to dusk daily free of charge. Nature […]
Join Woodcock Nature Center for a sunset celebration and toast to the birds! Take a stroll on the picturesque southern portion of the Woodcock preserve with educator Tommy McCarthy. Learn about some of Woodcock's new bird houses and their potential residents. Have a bite and a toast with friends by the fire as the sun […]
A good hike should be savored…. and so should a great beer. Why not do both at the same time? Bring the whole family to Woodcock Nature Center on Saturday, April 29, for a one-of-a-kind hiking and tasting experience. At secret locations along the Woodcock trails, your senses will be delighted by all new craft […]
Looking for ways to spend more time at your favorite nature center in the new year? Is community involvement on your resolution list for 2023? Woodcock Nature Center needs volunteers in many roles. Join us by the fire in the pavilion on Sunday, Jan. 22, at 4 p.m. for a toasty beverage and tasty nibbles […]
Join Mindful Outdoor Guide, Cindy Olsen of Cindy By Nature, for a mindful walk in the autumn forest of Woodcock Nature Center. While the human world seems to get busier in the Fall, the natural world is slowing down and preparing for a Winter’s rest. Let’s align with the rhythm of nature while the sun […]
Woodcock Nature Center welcomes runners, hikers and walkers of all ages at its annual Where the Wild Things Run 5K and Kids Fun Run on Sunday, Oct. 16. For several decades, this event has highlighted Woodcock’s nearly five miles of publicly accessible trails and raised money for the center’s educational programs. The popular 5K, which […]
Join the Woodcock Nature Center for their 50th Anniversary Birthday Bash, a celebration for the whole family of all things Woodcock! Learn about their 50 year history as a nature center, meet our animals, make some nature art, enjoy our playground, set out on a scavenger hunt and so much more. Live music, snacks and […]
A good hike should be savored…. and so should a great beer. Why not do both at the same time? Bring the whole family for a one-of-a-kind hiking and beer tasting experience at Woodcock Nature Center's Frothy Forage. At secret locations along the Woodcock trails, we’ll feature a unique craft brew from Nod Hill Brewery […]
Woodcock Nature Center’s annual Wreath Festival returns from Monday, Nov. 29 through Saturday, Dec. 11. The festival pairs decorating a 24” balsam wreath using unique materials with relaxing by a roaring fire among friends. The festival usually welcomes 1,000 guests and raises over $80,000 for the nature center’s programs in environmental education. All events are […]
Bring the whole family for a one-of-a-kind hiking and beer tasting experience. At secret locations along the Woodcock Nature Center trails, we’ll feature a unique craft brew from our partner Nod Hill Brewery (plus soda tasting with Hosmer Mountain Soda). And, if that isn't enough, we'll delight the senses along your trek with everything from […]
