The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen

Butterfly Walk on the Mountain - August 4, 2026
2026-08-04 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York)
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.

Butterfly Walk in Stoney Creek - August 5, 2026
2026-08-05 10:00 - 11:30
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.

Underground Wonders: Exploring the Science and History of Grand Caverns - August 6, 2026
2026-08-06 09:00
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 geological features to its important role in science discovery. Don’t forget to bring money for lunch in the charming town of Grottoes. Payment is due at the time of registration and deadline is July 8th. $25/Member, $30/Non-Member.

Summer Intern Showcase: Stories from the Field - August 7, 2026
2026-08-07 13:00 - 15:00
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 enthusiasts. Come celebrate the hard work and accomplishments of our interns while learning more about the natural world around us. This is a Free event with refreshments. Registration requested.

First Friday Open House- August 7, 2026
2026-08-07 17:00 - 19:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States
Join us for our monthly “First Fridays at Five” Open House, where we’ll have a fun and light-hearted Trivia Night! The TNFW staff will curate trivia questions about the natural history of Wintergreen, with fun prizes for the winning teams. Start now to put together your sharpest team, we expect a fun night of good-natured competition. All are welcome!

Living with Nature at Wintergreen - August 8, 2026
2026-08-08 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. Payment is due at the time of registration.

Birding on the Mountain - August 11, 2026
2026-08-11 08:00 - 09:30
Join Executive Director Elizabeth Long for a relaxing birding walk on the mountain as we explore the birds of Wintergreen. 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.

Salamander Search- August 12, 2026
2026-08-12 09:00 - 12:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States
Join Josh Palumbo on a search for the many salamanders that call Wintergreen home. This easy hike will journey to the wet abodes where these elusive creatures reside. The goal is to identify as many species of salamanders slithering around the Wintergreen landscape as possible. The hike is rated as moderate. Dress for hiking and the outdoors. Payment is due at the time of registration.

Birding Walk in Stoney Creek - August 13, 2026
2026-08-13 08:00 - 10:30
Join Executive Director Elizabeth Long for a relaxing birding walk in Stoney Creek as we explore the birds of Wintergreen. 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..

Living with Nature at Wintergreen - August 15, 2026
2026-08-15 10:00 - 12:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States

Living with Nature at Wintergreen - August 29, 2026
2026-08-29 10:00 - 12:00 | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen, 3421 Wintergreen Dr, Roseland, VA, 22967, United States

First Friday Open House - September 4, 2026
2026-09-04 17:00 - 19:00
Join us for our monthly “First Fridays at Five” Open House, this month featuring a Book show-and-tell. Bring your favorite nature-themed book, or bring a book to swap! Any genre counts, from fiction to poetry to mystery to field guides, as long as it has something to do with the natural world. All are welcome to this free event.

TNFW Plant Sale - September 5, 2026
2026-09-05 09:00 - 13:00
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.
Contact The Nature Foundation @ Wintergreen (434-325-8169) or email shoppe@tnfw.org
to purchase plants at other times.
No ticket needed. See you there!

Living With Nature at Wintergreen Hike - September 5, 2026
2026-09-05 10:00 - 12:00
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 Special Historical Series - September 10, 2026
2026-09-10 09:00 - 15:00
Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with a special day of history, nature, and exploration led by Kathie Driscoll. This engaging installment of the Ladies Day Out Historical Hike Series takes participants to Highland, the historic Albemarle County estate of America’s 4th President, James Monroe. Four-mile hike rated easy to moderate hike. Bring water and money for lunch. Payment includes general admission ticket and is due at time of registration. $25/Member, $30/Non-Member.

Living With Nature at Wintergreen Hike - September 12, 2026
2026-09-12 10:00 - 12:00
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.

Living With Nature at Wintergreen - September 19, 2026
2026-09-19 10:00 - 12:00
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.

Living With Nature at Wintergreenn Hike - September 26, 2026
2026-09-26 10:00 - 12:00

The Elevations of Elliott Knob - September 30, 2026
2026-09-30 08:00 - 16:00
Join Josh Palumbo as we attack the steep ascent to Augusta County’s high peak Elliott Knob. Elliott Knob is home to an array of wonderful wildflowers, as well as a small stand of naturally occurring red spruce. This 9-mile hike featuring small waterfalls, steep climbs, a fire tower and exquisite views is wisely rated as difficult. Bring plenty of food and water. Payment is due at the time of registration.
