Upcoming Events
Wild Seasons: Knitting Basics
Get cozy with a warm cup of cider while learning the basics of knitting at the Nature Center!
In this two-hour beginner class, you’ll produce a square of fabric while learning how to:
Tie a slip…
Wolf Howl-O-Ween
Join us for an evening filled with wild fun and adventure! Explore our Red and Gray Wolf habitats on a guided tour as the sun sets, learn about these amazing animals, and enjoy wolf-inspired games,…
Painting With Animals: Violet the Skunk
Kids and caregivers will have a blast painting a skunk in this step-by-step tutorial. We’ll be painting with acrylics on canvas, so dress for the occasion. A visit from an animal ambassador is…
Sip & Craft
Stop and smell the rosé (or Chardonnay or Cabernet) in Craft & Sip! Enjoy a glass of wine in a laid-back setting as we sip, socialize, and get creative with a nature-inspired craft!
This month,…
Wolf Howl Tour
Spend the evening learning about the Red and Gray Wolves of North America by trekking to our wolf habitats after dark!
While this event is intended for an adult audience, it is open to ages 13+.…
Cold Mountain Wolf Howl Experience
New this year, join us for the Cold Mountain Wolf Howl Experience, a special 21+ evening featuring a tasting of Highland Brewing’s seasonal Cold Mountain brew and a guided nighttime tour of the Red…
Past Events
Heart of the Wild
Sunday, March 8, 2026
Join us for a special luncheon honoring the late Tony and Allison Amatangelo, whose generosity made the newly completed Gateway to the Southern Appalachians and pollinator…
EGG-stravaganza!
Bring some-bunny special to the Nature Center on Saturday, April 4!
Kids can hop into our egg scavenger hunt. Once you’ve cracked the clues, bring your completed sheet to the Membership Office for a…