Transform a simple wine bottle into a stunning decorative piece that will shine with sparkling beauty! In this hands-on workshop, you'll create your own wine bottle sparkler to add a touch of magic to your deck or garden. Ages: 5+ (Parental assistance required for children 12 and under). Payment is due at the time of […]
Join Amelia L. Williams, poet, eco-artist, and mindfulness practitioner for a morning contemplative walk and nature-inspired creativity. Experience the intersection of three awareness practices: mindfulness, walking, and creative expression. The focus of this walk will be to awaken the five senses. We will walk, sit, draw, and write. You can use the prepared writing and […]
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. FREE/Member, $8/Non-Member.
Time to grab your poles because fishing is fun for children ages 6 through 12! Kids will learn basic fishing skills, practice casting and catching fish at Wintergreen’s Black Walnut pond! All equipment is provided. Meet at Trillium House. Grown-ups are welcome to come along (fishing license required). Hats, sunscreen and water recommended. Advanced registration […]
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. FREE/Member, $8/Non-Member.
Who wants to party under a blanket of stars? Come join The Nature Foundation staff and local amateur astronomers as we pull out all the stops to give the whole family an up-close look at constellations, planets and galaxies. You will be bedazzled with the views of the heavenly bodies through their high powered telescopes. […]
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. FREE/Member, $8/Non-Member.
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 Virginia’s 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. Registration […]
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 scour the Wintergreen landscape in search of the many varieties our ecosystem can produce. The hike is rated as moderate. Payment is due at […]
This summer, three outstanding interns have immersed themselves in the wild beauty of Wintergreen—contributing their scientific skills, fresh perspectives, and a whole lot of sweat to support TNFW’s mission. Now it’s time to hear their stories! Join our Education, Propagation, and Forestry interns as they share highlights from their time in the field, from native […]
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. FREE/Member, $8/Non-Member.
Join a Foundation Naturalist, Tony Slotwinski 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.
