A WILD WINTER AWAITS All visitors to The Wild Center, including members, must reserve a ticket in advance, either online or by phone. Timed reservations help keep all visitors safe by managing crowd size. Masks are required at all times indoors and when social distancing is not possible outside.
• Wild Lights Fri & Sat, Nov. 26–Feb. 26, all week Dec. 26–Jan. 1 and Feb. 18–26, 5–7 p.m. See Wild Walk after dark, immerse yourself in Forest Music and experience our Stickwork sculpture Hopscotch in winter for the first time, while surrounded by thousands of twinkling lights. Members: Free until Dec. 31, $5 after. Nonmembers: Adult, $10; Youth (5-17), $5; 4-under, free.
• Winter Wild Walk Daily, weather dependent See sweeping mountain vistas and capture the season’s magic on our elevated walk through the treetops. Accessibility is limited and not guaranteed. Please dress for winter weather, as it may be slippery and cold.
• Snowshoeing, Kicksledding & Ice Fishing Snowshoeing & Kicksledding: Snow dependent. Fishing: January & February, ice dependent. Borrow snowshoes or a kicksled and take off on our snowy trails. Or head to Greenleaf Pond and learn about ice fishing techniques and the amazing winter lives of fish. Equipment provided. Free for members and with paid admission.
• Friday Night Lights and Flights December–February, dates TBA Add to your Wild Lights experience by enjoying a local craft beer next to a campfire.
• Sensory Friendly Sundays, Dec. 5, Jan. 2, Feb. 6 and March 6, 2–5 p.m. For individuals and families who prefer a quiet, less stimulating environment. Sounds will be turned down, and sensory-friendly activities and designated quiet spaces will be available. Sensory packs will be available to borrow. Preregistration required. Members, free. Non-members: First adult, free; additional adults, $10; youth, $5.
Give the Gift of Nature
Keep the Wild Center spirit alive even if you’re far away. The Wild Supply Co.’s extensive online store has games, books, gift baskets, food, jewelry, clothes, and more. Take care of all your holiday shopping at the-wild-supply-co.myshopify.com.
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