August 31, 2024- Living with Nature at Wintergreen Hike
2024-08-31 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States
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. Payment due before event.

September 4, 2024- Nelson County's Legendary Colonial History Tour
2024-09-04 09:00 - 15:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States
Years before the American Revolution, there were at least five renaissance men who played leading roles in the formation of Big Albemarle County (1744). Along with others, these five men’s presence, leadership abilities and ingenuity carved British civilization into what was then mostly wilderness. Join Director Doug Coleman for a road trip tour to learn about these personalities, their accomplishments and their role in Nelson County’s future. Bring money for lunch. Payment is due at time of registration. Meet at Trillium House.

September 5, 2024- Ladies Day Out Hike
2024-09-05 09:00 - 15:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States
Time for another ladies day out, so let’s hit the trails of Blackwater Creek. We’ll hike 5 miles on a trail, once a railroad bed, that transverses 300 acre greenspace along a tributary to the James River. After, enjoy a bit of Lynchburg’s hospitality for lunch at The Farm Basket. Rated easy. Bring water, money for lunch and a snack. Payment is due at time of registration.

September 7, 2024- Living with Nature at Wintergreen Hike
2024-09-07 10:00 - 12:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States

September 14, 2024- Living with Nature at Wintergreen Hike
2024-09-14 10:00 - 12:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States

September 18, 2024- Raptors Galore Watch
2024-09-18 10:00 - 14:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States
Join Josh Palumbo as we search the fall skies for raptors of all kinds Come and learn the particulars about these splendid creatures and improve your identification skills. We will venture to a prominent overlook to catch this avian display at its finest. The annual raptor migration is a must for every naturalist. Bring binoculars (if you have them) along with food and water. Payment is due at time of registration.

September 20, 2024- Sara Ott Memorial Golf Classic
2024-09-20 09:30 - 18:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States
Join us for our 31st Annual Sara Ott Memorial Golf Classic and enjoy camaraderie, beautiful views, great golf, and prizes. There will be hole-in-one contests where players will have the opportunity to win a new car! Look out for the treat cart on the move and enjoy pre-tee off warmup sessions. This annual event raises money to support the TNFW mission or for conservation, education, and research.. This year’s RAIN DATE is Friday, September 27th. Don’t miss it!! Register in advance as last year this event filled up.

September 21, 2024- Living with Nature at Wintergreen Hike
2024-09-21 10:00 - 12:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States

Canceled! September 26, 2024-Journey to High Places Hike
2024-09-26 09:00 - 13:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States
Let’s strap up the boots and hit the trails! Join Kathie Driscoll for a local hike along the AT. We’ll start at Reed’s Gap and hike north to dripping rock for some great views, and cool rock formations! Rated strenuous. Bring water and lunch. Wear hiking boots/shoes. Payment is due at time of registration.

Canceled! September 28, 2024- Living with Nature at Wintergreen Hike
2024-09-28 10:00 - 12:00

Community Walk- October 3, 2024
2024-10-03 13:30 - 15:30
Plants have many things in common with one another but, just like us, there are always a few that do things a little differently. Let’s find those plants along the trail and talk about some of their common and unique characteristics. 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.

Living with Nature at Wintergreen Hikes- October 5, 2024
2024-10-05 10:00 - 12:00

An Introduction to Severe Storms and Hazardous Weather Book Discussion and Signing- October 11
2024-10-11 19:00 - 21:00
UMBC’s Professor Jeffrey Halverson has been a frequent speaker at TNFW, all the while working on this long-awaited, introductory textbook on severe and hazardous weather. While this comprehensive book is geared for university undergraduates, it presumes little or no knowledge of meteorology, and several primer chapters on general concepts are provided up front. The book is lavishly illustrated and delves into big storms such as Nor’easter snowstorms and tropical cyclones, and local storms including thunderstorms, tornadoes and flash floods. Halverson will share highlights of his text at this presentation and be available for a book signing. Meet at Trillium House. Payment due before event. Refreshments provided.

Living with Nature at Wintergreen Hikes- October 12, 2024
2024-10-12 10:00 - 12:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States

Fall Foliage Hike- October 19, 2024
2024-10-19 10:00 - 12:00
Join TNFW’s dynamite volunteer duo, John and Abigail James for an autumn walk through Wintergreen’s golden woods to discover the secrets of fall. Hike is rated moderate to strenuous. Dress for weather. Meet at Trillium House parking lot. Payment due before event.

Canceled!- Hand Painted Pumpkins Workshop- October 19, 2024
2024-10-19 14:00 - 15:30 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States
Halloween is around the corner! So let’s turn your Jack O’Latern into a cool pumpkin with Nancy Donnelly-Walters at this one- of- kind pumpkin painting workshop. Ages 6 and up. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Pumpkin provided. Payment is due at time of registration.

Blue Ridge vs Ridge and Valley: Who has the Best Color?- October 23, 2024
2024-10-23 09:00 - 16:00
Join TNFW staff member Josh Palumbo as we compare the fall colors from overlooks in different physiographic provinces. We will start the competition at a local overlook here in the Blue Ridge and end at High Knob Fire Tower along the West Virginia border. The explorations will cover roughly 5 miles and is rated moderate to difficult. Dress appropriately for any weather conditions and bring sufficient food and water. Payment is due at time of registration.

Canceled! Living with Nature at Wintergreen Hikes- October 26, 2024
2024-10-26 10:00 - 12:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States

Living with Nature at Wintergreen Hikes- November 2, 2024
2024-11-02 10:00 - 12:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States
Join a Foundation Naturalist for an interpretive hike and explore Wintergreen’s natural environment! These hikes are rated moderate. Meet at Trillium House. Payment due before event.

Black Bear 101- November 2, 2024
2024-11-02 13:00 - 14:30 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States
Want to know what to do if you see a bear in your yard? Department of Wildlife Resources’ (DWR) Black Bear Project Leader Carl Tugend will share advice on bear biology, behavior, management, and how to reduce human-bear conflicts. This talk is not to be missed.

Community Walk- November 7, 2024
2024-11-07 13:30 - 15:30
Let the vibrant fall foliage inspire us for a brisk walk under the forest canopy. A wide array of colors should outline the trail ahead of us. Emily Ferguson, a Virginia Master Naturalist and Tree Steward, will lead you out and back while answering any of your natural history questions long the way. We will meet in the parking lot at Stoney Creek Park off of Stoney Creek West. Wear appropriate shoes and gear. This hike is rated moderate. Please register in advance.

Canceled Mineral Museum Tour- Friday, November 8, 2024
2024-11-08 10:30 - 17:00
JMU’s hidden gem, the Mineral Museum tucked away in the Festival Conference and Student Center, houses magnificent mineral specimens from 39 countries and 24 U.S. states. After lunch at JMU’s famed Festival Food Court, Dr. Eric Pyle, Geologist and Museum Curator will lead us on a tour of the history of the museum and its fabulous collection. Bring money for lunch. Payment due before event.

Living with Nature at Wintergreen Hikes- November 9, 2024
2024-11-09 10:00 - 12:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States

Living with Nature at Wintergreen Hikes- November 16, 2024
2024-11-16 10:00 - 12:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States

Salamander Search- November 20, 2024
2024-11-20 09:00 - 12:00
Join TNFW staff member Josh Palumbo on a search for the many salamanders that call Wintergreen home. This easy hike will journey to the wet abodes these elusive creatures reside. The cool, fall season is an ideal time to search for our slippery friends. The hike is rated moderate. Make sure to dress for any weather conditions. Payment is due at time of registration.

Canceled! Living with nature at Wintergreen Hikes- November 23, 2024
2024-11-23 10:00 - 12:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States

Living with Nature at Wintergreen Hikes- November 30, 2024
2024-11-30 10:00 - 12:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States

Community Walk- December 5, 2024
2024-12-05 13:30 - 15:30 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States
As days get shorter and nights are longer, many animals are no longer visible in the landscape. What type of sleep or hibernation are they using, and will we find any of them on our walk? Join Emily Ferguson, a Virginia Master Naturalist and Tree Steward, for a walk around Lake Monacan at the end of Camping Ridge Ct. Wear appropriate shoes and gear. This hike is rated moderate. Please register in advance online.

Living with Nature at Wintergreen Hike- December 7, 2024
2024-12-07 13:00 - 15:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States

Leave No Stone Unturned Book Signing by author Carolyn Velletri
2024-12-07 14:00 - 16:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States
Leave No Stone Unturned, an illustrated compilation of Carolyn Velletri’s column of the same name, is here! Stop by any time on Saturday, December 7th from 2 to 4 pm at the Trillium House to celebrate with the author. Discounted books will be available for purchase as well as personal autographs! Part of the sales will benefit the Nature Foundation. Free registration is requested.
