Join staff and our friend, amateur astronomer, Steve Laymen as we experience our close celestial neighbors as well as deep space objects like galaxies, star clusters, and nebulae with CAS’s high powered EV scope. We will meet at High Country Park off of Blue Ridge Drive (behind Wintergarden Spa). Payment is due at time of […]
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 is due at the time of registration.
Think snakes are scary? Think again! Join Kathie Driscoll at TNFW for a fun, family-friendly deep dive into the slithery, surprisingly lovable world of snakes! Come learn who's hiding in your backyard, discover why snakes are nature’s unsung heroes and even touch a live snake! Payment is due at the time of registration. $4/Member, $8/Non- […]
Join Executive Director Elizabeth Long for a 90 minute birding adventure on the mountain.for a relaxing birding walk on the mountain. Together we’ll look and listen for resident and migratory birds while learning about their habitats, behaviors, and the important role they play in our mountain ecosystem.
Join Executive Director Elizabeth Long for a 90 minute birding adventure in Stoney Creek, Together we’ll look and listen for resident and migratory birds while learning about their habitats, behaviors, and the important role they play in our mountain ecosystem. Meet at Lake Monacan.
Join Mary Jane Epps on an introductory tour into the world of mycology. The goal of this venture is to educate each hiker on the basics of mushroom identification. We will tour various locations around the Wintergreen landscape in search of the many varieties our ecosystem can produce. If the timing is right, we may […]
Join The Nature Foundation staff for a peaceful guided evening walk as the sun sets over the Shenandoah Valley. Enjoy scenic mountain views, learn about local wildlife and nature at dusk, and experience the beauty of the Blue Ridge in the cool evening air. Paid registration in advance.
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 is due at the time of registration.
Are you curious about what species call Wintergreen home? During the month of August, TNFW encourages you to participate in our bioblitz by taking photos of wildlife and uploading them to iNaturalist. On August 1st, you will learn how to take quality images that can be used in real scientific research and receive a sneak […]
Join us for the artist reception to hear the stories behind the art, meet the artists, explore their inspirations, and reconnect with friends old and new. Twelve artists present works across a range of mediums, bringing together local talent to inspire and delight viewers. The Gallery walls feature oil, acrylic, watercolor, and soft pastel paintings, […]
Join TNFW Executive Director Elizabeth Long on a butterfly walk on the mountain. See butterflies up close and learn about the species that call our area home. You may want to bring binoculars if you have them, but they are not essential.
Join TNFW Executive Director Elizabeth Long on a butterfly walk in our Stoney Creek neighborhood. See butterflies up close and learn about the species that call our area home. You may want to bring binoculars if you have them, but they are not essential.