Mini Ecosystem: What is it and how to create your own? Saturday, January 27th, 3:00pm. The simplest definition of an ecosystem is a community or group of living organisms that live in and interact with each other in a specific environment. This program will introduce you to how to create a mini ecosystem in your […]

1/15: The adult workshop at 2:30pm is now full. An additional workshop will be scheduled in February.   Workshop: Glass, Beads, and Charms Sunday, January 28th at 1:00pm (14 yrs and under- adults welcome too); and 2:30pm (Adults). Meet at MooseWood. There is a maximum of 10 people for each workshop time. Learn how to […]

Winter Wonderland Saturday, January 20th, drop in between 12:00 pm to 3:30pm. Make your own snowflakes and listen to a fun talk about snowflakes, snow, and how snow benefits the plants and animals around us. Join us for this fun craft. Suggested age range: All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.  To […]

1/12: Due to the predicted snow storm and the 30-50 mph winds forecasted, this evenings In Search of Owls program is being cancelled. This includes the indoor portion as well. If the presenter decides to reschedule we will reach out to participants that were registered. 1/10: Registration is now closed for the outdoor portion of […]

Story Time at MooseWood: Over and Under the Snow Sunday, January 14th, 11:00 am. Discover the wonder and activity that lies beneath winter’s snowy landscape in this magical picture book, “Over and Under the Snow” by Kate Messner. An activity or craft will follow the storybook reading. Guests may also enjoy a visit in the […]

Curious Chickadees Saturday, January 6th, 2:00 pm. Enjoy a fun activity where you’ll sit patiently outside with some birdseed and enjoy the company of local birds, but most adventurously, black capped chickadees! Learn all about these beautiful song birds with this hands-on activity and a small lecture. Suggested age range: All are welcome. Dressing in […]

Paper Bag Reindeer Puppet Craft Sunday, December 17th at 3:00pm. Please join us as we make cute paper bag reindeer puppets. It’s a great way for kids to have a Christmas themed puppet show with their friends. All materials will be supplied. Suggested age range: 6 years and up, but all are welcome. Children must […]

Creature Feature: Snake Appreciation Day Sunday, December 10th at 3:00pm. Meet at MooseWood Nature Center. Guests will have a unique up-close experience with different snake species while learning about their habitat, interesting facts, and why these animals are so cool! If you have questions about these amazing reptiles, then you won’t want to miss this […]

Story Time at MooseWood: Stick Man Sunday, December 3rd, 11:00 am. The book, “Stick Man” by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler will be read. This story encourages children to think about resilience, never giving up and all the things you can do with a stick. A craft or activity will follow. Guests may also enjoy […]

December 1-3, nature center volunteers will be participating in the Christmas Craft Show on Friday, from 5pm to 9pm, Saturday from 10am to 6pm, and Sunday from 11am to 4pm. Select hand-made items will be for sale to benefit the mission of the nature center. Items may include:  photo prints, glazed pottery, an assortment of […]