The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen

Water activity
2024-07-20 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | VA
Join Kathie Driscoll for a refreshing, exciting slip and slide down Wintergreen’s natural waterslide along Paul’s Creek. Wear bathing suit and closed toed shoes. Ages 8-12. Payment is due at time of registration. Meet at Trillium House. Cost: $10/Member, $20/Non-Member.

Saturday Hike
2024-07-20 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-07-13 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-07-06 10:00 - 12:00
Join a Foundation Naturalist for an interpretive hike and explore Wintergreen’s natural environment! These hikes are rated moderate to strenuous. Meet at Trillium House parking loat. Paymnt due before even. FREE/Member, $8/Non-Member.

Hike
2024-07-17 09:00 - 12:00
Join Josh Palumbo on a climb into Wintergreen’s past with a trip to the copper mines. This unique spot on the very steep east slope of Crawford’s Knob was an active mine in the late 1890s before beingbquickly abandoned. Not only are the mines unique but its location is also fascinating, located in a lovely depression along a creek bed acting as home to a variety of wildlife including deer, turkey, and, of course, bats. This is a trip every Wintergreen resident must put on their “bucket list”. Difficult. Bring a flashlight and plenty of water. $8/Member, $12/Non-Member.

Young Naturalist Camp
2024-07-13 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-07-12 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-07-11 10:00 - 12:00
Embark on a journey of discovery and delight as we introduce your young explorer to the wonders of nature! Our aim is to foster curiosity, encurage exploration, and deepen understanding of the rich tapestry of living and non-living elements that compose our natural world. Designed for children aged 6 to 9, these programs promise an immersive and engagin experience. All programs at Trillium house. $8/Member, $12/Non Member for each day or $20/Member, $30/Non-Member for all three days.

Nature Crafts
2024-07-06 14:00 - 16:00
Nancy Donnelly- Walters is back! Join Nancy in constructing and painting a colorful bottle hummingbird feeder. Ages 6 and up. Children 12 and under must be accompanies by an adult. Payment is due at time of registration. $20/Member, $25/Non-Member.

Nature Presentation
2024-07-03 09:00 - 11:00
Join Olivia Cunningham on a deep dive into her study on milkweeed at Wintergreen. Olivia is a rising senior at William and Mary who is continuing work at Wintergreen studying the hybridization among common and poke milkweed along with pollination patterns. Come learn about this vital plant and the role it holds in the Wintergreen landscape. Free/Member, $5/Non-Member.

Community Walk-December 7, 2023
2023-12-07 13:30 - 15:30
Meet neighbors and make friends as you search the landscape for the last signs of fall and the beginning signs of winter. Meet Emily Ferguson, a Virginia Master Naturalist and Tree Steward, at the trailhead in the cul-de-sac of Wood Nettle Lane. Wear appropriate shoes and gear. This hike is rated moderate. Please register in advance online
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Living with Nature at Wintergreen Hike- November 25, 2023
2023-11-25 10:00 - 12:00
Join a Foundation Naturalist for an interpretive hike and explore Wintergreen’s natural environment! These hikes are rated moderate to strenuous. Meet at Trillium House parking lot. Payment due before event.
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Living with Nature at Wintergreen Hike- November 18, 2023
2023-11-18 10:00 - 12:00

Meet & Greet Lunch with Friends- November 11, 2023
2023-11-11 13:00 - 15:00
Join us at Trillium House for lunch while enjoying the company of members, potential new members, and staff. Learn more about TNFW’s mission, current happenings and upcoming events. Hear from our Executive Director, Doug Coleman as well as a few others. Free to ALL but MUST register by November 3!!
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Living with Nature Hike at Wintergreen Hike- November 11, 2023
2023-11-11 10:00 - 12:00

Living with Nature Hike at Wintergreen Hike- November 4, 2023
2023-11-04 10:00 - 12:00

Community Walk- November 2, 2023
2023-11-02 13:30 - 15:30
Join neighbors and friends while surrounded by a kaleidoscope of fall color. Emily Ferguson, a Virginia Master Naturalist and Tree Steward, will meet at the Rose Mill entrance of the Virginia Blue Ridge Railway Trail for a trek along this old railway bed through several forest ecosystems. The address is: 1264 Roses Mill Rd, Amherst, VA 24521. Wear appropriate shoes and gear. This hike is rated easy. Please register in advance.

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Living With Nature at Wintergreen Hike 2023-09-14
2023-09-14 08:00 - 17:00
