The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen

Plant Sale - August 30, 2025
2025-08-30 09:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | VA
Last Plant Sale of the Season- October 4, 9am- 1pm
TNFW’s native plant sale will be held at the greenhouse at 725 Beech Grove Rd, Roseland, VA 22967. There will be members of the Plant Propagation committee on hand to answer questions.

Living with Nature at Wintergreen - August 30, 2025
2025-08-30 10:00 - 12:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States
Join our newest volunteer Foundation Naturalist, Julie Gough 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. FREE/Member, $8/Non-Member.

Living with Nature at Wintergreen Hike - September 6, 2025
2025-09-06 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 to strenuous. Meet at Trillium House parking lot. FREE/Member, $8/Non-Member.

Ladies Day Out Hike – September 11, 2025
2025-09-11 09:00 - 15:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States
Time for another ladies day out, this time we’re heading to Albemarle’s newest park, Biscuit Run Park for an easy to moderate hike, then head over Eastwood Winery for lunch. Bring water, money for lunch and a snack. Payment is due at time of registration. $8/Member, $12/Non-Member.

Living with Nature at Wintergreen Hike - September 13, 2025
2025-09-13 10:00 - 12:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States

FULL!! September 19, 2025 - Sara Ott Memorial Golf Classic
2025-09-19 09:30 - 17:30 | Stoney Creek Golf Course at Wintergreen, 1354 Stoney Creek W., Nellysford, VA, 22958, United States
Get ready for a day of fun, friendly competition, and spectacular mountain views at the 32nd Annual Sara Ott Memorial Golf Classic!
Join us for a tournament like no other—packed with camaraderie, great golf, exciting prizes, and a few surprises along the way. Take your shot at winning a brand new car in our hole-in-one contests, grab a treat from the roaming cart, and loosen up with pre-tee off warm-up sessions.
This beloved annual event benefits The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, supporting our mission of conservation, education, and research.
Mark your calendar!📅 Tournament: Friday, September 19, 2025☔ Rain Date: Friday, September 26, 2025
Spots filled fast last year—don’t miss out!Register early and be part of a tradition the whole community looks forward to.

Living with Nature at Wintergreen Hike - September 20, 2025
2025-09-20 10:00 - 12:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States

A Foray up Furnace Mountain- September 24, 2025
2025-09-24 09:00 - 15:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States
Join Josh Palumbo as we climb the rugged Furnace Mountain Trail. This 4.2 mile out and back features steep ascents up exposed ridgelines to a payoff atop Furnace Mountain. See the first flashes of fall in the Shenandoah National Park on this difficult ascent. Be sure to bring plenty of food and water. The hike is rated difficult.

Living with Nature at Wintergreen Hike - September 27, 2025
2025-09-27 10:00 - 12:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States

Last Plant Sale of Season - October 4, 2025
2025-10-04 09:00 - 13:00 | VA

Living with Nature at Wintergreen Hikes- October 4, 2025 CANCELED
2025-10-04 10:00 - 12:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States
Canceled

Ladies Day Hike October 9, 2025
2025-10-09 09:00 - 14:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States
Ladies Day Out Hike- October 9, 9am – 2pm
Take a Stroll & Savor the View! Join us for a relaxed 1.5-mile walk through 42 acres of beautiful hardwood forest—right in the heart of Lynchburg! After our nature walk, we’ll swing by Magnolia Foods to pick up a delicious boxed lunch, then head to scenic Riverside Park for a picnic on the bluff. Payment is due at time of registration. $8/Member, $12/Non-Member.

Living with Nature at Wintergreen Hikes- October 11, 2025
2025-10-11 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 to strenuous. Meet at Trillium House. Payment due before event. FREE/Member, $8/Non-Member.

Fall Foliage Hike - October 18, 2025
2025-10-18 10:00 - 12:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States
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. Free Member. Non-member $15.

The Balds of Cole Mountain - October 22, 2025
2025-10-22 09:00 - 16:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States
Join Josh Palumbo as we climb Cole Mountain to explore its alpine-like grassy balds. The hike to this peak along the Appalachian Trail is like few others in central Virginia. Do not miss the opportunity to see this unique ecosystem while experiencing 360-degree panoramic views. This 5.7-mile circuit hike is rated as moderate. Please bring plenty of food and water. Payment is due at time of registration. $10/Member, $15/Non-Member.

Living with Nature at Wintergreen Hikes- October 25, 2025
2025-10-25 10:00 - 12:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States

Halloween Hike - The Blue Ridge Tunnel - October 31, 2025
2025-10-31 13:00 - 16:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States
Ready for a spooktacular adventure? Join us for a hauntingly fun 3-mile hike through the historic Blue Ridge Tunnel, where echoes of locomotives and coal-fired engines still linger in the shadows. Bring a flashlight and don your best costume—you’ll need it as we wander through the eerie darkness in search of ghostly tales and hidden chills. After our haunted hike, we’ll unwind with a whine tasting at Veritas Winery—because even brave souls need a break. Good walking shoes, and a love for a little fright required! Bring money for wine-tasting. Payment is due at time of registration. $8/Member, $12/Non-Member.

Living With Nature at Wintergreen Hike - November 1, 2025
2025-11-01 10:00 - 12:00 | VA
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. FREE/Member, $8/Non-Member.

Adventures in Deep Time: The Geological Story of Wintergreen & the Blue Ridge Mountains- November 1, 2025
2025-11-01 13:00 - 15:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States
Join geologist Dr. Chuck Bailey for an engaging exploration of the geological history that shaped Wintergreen and the surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains. This program will connect the science of deep time with the natural features and rock formations that define our region’s unique geologic character.

Living With Nature at Wintergreen Hike - November 8, 2025
2025-11-08 10:00 - 12:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States

Canceled! Ladies Day Out Hike - November 13, 2025
2025-11-13 09:00 - 14:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States
Lace up ladies for a scenic stroll around a new location (Ragged Mountain Reservoir is under construction) Mint Springs Valley Park; a 5 mike easy to moderate trail that winds through majestic forests and wildlife-rich areas. Bring a snack, money for lunch, water, and your sense of adventure! Payment is due at time of registration. $8/Member, $12/Non-Member.

Living With Nature Hike - November 15, 2025
2025-11-15 10:00 - 12:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States

A Walk to White Rock Falls - November 19, 2025
2025-11-19 09:00 - 14:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States
Join Josh Palumbo as we explore the White Rock Falls Trail and the Slacks Trail. This 4.5-mile loop features a lovely waterfall, great winter views and lovely rock formations. The hike is rated moderate to difficult. Please bring plenty of food and water. Payment is due at time of registration. $8/Member, $12/Non-Member.

Canceled! Living with Nature Hike Wintergreen Hike - November 22, 2025
2025-11-22 10:00 - 12:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States

Canceled! Living With Nature at Wintergreen Hike - November 29, 2025
2025-11-29 10:00 - 12:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States

Me and My Grownup Holiday Craft Event- November 29, 2025
2025-11-29 13:00 - 15:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States
Create a beautiful holiday gourd decorated with a fall motif. We will provide all supplies for you to make a fun family memory. This project requires a grownup partner; it’s an “on your own craft designed to be created by you and your young person. Appropriate for ages 6-12.Just sign up for child.

Living With Nature at Wintergreen Hike - December 6, 2025
2025-12-06 13:00 - 15:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States

The Lost Appalachian Trail - December 10, 2025
2025-12-10 10:00 - 13:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States
Join Josh Palumbo as we retrace the steps of Appalachian Trail history. This journey will take us on the lost route from Cedar Drive to Reeds Gap. The hike is rated as moderate. Dress for any weather conditions. Bring plenty of food and water. Payment is due at time of registration. $5/Member, $8/Non-Member.

Winter Holiday Open House at Trillium House - December 13, 2025
2025-12-13 12:00 - 15:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States
Celebrate the season with us—enjoy fresh homemade cookies, hot cocoa, and warm cider as you explore the nature center in its winter charm. A special guest (ho ho ho!) will be stopping by, so bring your holiday cheer! Our gift shop will be offering special discounts for all guests—no membership required. Let us take the stress out of shopping — staff will gladly wrap your gifts for you to pick up later in the week! Come sip, shop, and be merry with us!
This event is free. Please register in advance so we don’t run out of sweet treats!

Winter Lecture Series: Seeing Nature From Above- Remote Sensing Technology For Conservation- January 16, 2026
2026-01-16 19:00 - 21:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States
Discover how scientists use satellite imagery and drone technology to better understand and protect
our planet. Dr. Sapana Lohani, a Geospatial Environmental Scientist at William & Mary’s Institute for
Integrative Conservation, will share her research on the Mekong River Basin, where she studied how
rapid deforestation transformed the landscape across four countries.
Learn how remote sensing helps reveal patterns of environmental change and supports global
conservation efforts. Refreshments provided. Payment is due at time of registration. $10/Member, $15/
Non-Member.
