On February 17, we enjoyed a fun field trip/full day of education at The Wilderness Center in Wilmot, Stark County. We split our group into 2 age groups: 9 years and up and under 9 years old to help make the program appropriate for each age group. Our program was called Winter Extravaganza.
Each group spent time in a classroom working on pine cone bird feeders and viewing birds (and deer) at the feeders outside the viewing room, in the planetarium learning about the winter night sky, and on the trail through the woods learning about and viewing the wildlife in the area. We also had time for lunch together.
We spent about 3 hours there learning together. Although the little ones didn't all like the planetarium, and I think some of the older students may have already created pine cone birdfeeders before, we all learned something and had a wonderful time. The hike was also a bit chilly (expected for February) and difficult with a stroller, but worthwhile. My older daughter especially enjoyed the planetarium show and the fossil wall. She came home pointing out constellations that night. She made some new friends and had a great time. My younger daughter was thrilled to make a birdfeeder and also had a lot of fun.
If you are interested in any of their programs, look at their website for more info. The Wilderness Center
They offer numerous programs open to the public as well as the educational programs for groups.
