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 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.
for a relaxing birding walk on the mountain as we explore the sights and sounds of the season. 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 Trillium House.
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.
Escape the summer heat and journey underground with Dr. Angel Garcia of the James Madison University Department of Geology and Environmental Science. We will explore the wonders of Grand Caverns, the oldest continually operating show cave in the United States. Dr. Garcia will delve deep into the history of this captivating grotto, from its magnificent […]
Join TNFW for a special afternoon highlighting the experiences of our summer interns! Forest Management Intern Gabe Nagy will share insights from his summer working in trail stewardship and forest management, while Education Intern Caroline Pickles presents Mountain Weather Matters: How to Stay Safe During Severe Weather, an engaging and informative program perfect for outdoor […]