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All hikes leave from the Trillium House unless otherwise noted. All hikes are subject to change due to weather conditions and hikes with low registration are subject to cancellation at the discretion of the Nature Foundation. We strongly recommend you bring water on all hikes, especially during the spring and summer and always wear hiking boots or shoes with good ankle support. Hike at your own risk. Please note that the difficulty of each outing is listed at the end of the description.| July | August | September | ||||
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JULY
July 1
9:00 am Journey on the James
Enjoy a day on Virginia 's own scenic James River . Parent-child teams will learn basic canoeing skills by boating down this gentle stretch of water. Along the way, we'll break for a shoreline picnic and explore some of the plants and animals that call the river home. Bring a bagged lunch, plenty of water, and a change of clothes. $70 member pairs, $80 non-member pairs.
July 3
10 AM Mornings in the Mountains
Join a Foundation naturalist for an interpretive hike in the woods. Explore the many aspects of Wintergreen’s natural environment. First Saturday of the month (July 3) will meet near the front desk of the Mountain Inn and is free of charge.
July 3
10:00 am Summer Jubilee
Welcome the summer season with fun and excitement for all! The Trillium House transforms into a family carnival of nature crafts, snacks, games, hikes, entertainment, and prizes. Create a crafting masterpiece, hit the trails for adventure throughout the day, and take in Barefoot Puppets as they again enlighten the whole family with their always-popular, side-splittingly fun puppet shows. New this year is the 1st Annual Duck Race - sponsor your duck today to support the Robin's Nook children's play area and enjoy the spectacle of rubber ducks swimming over the falls. Perfect for the whole family. Costs vary by activity.
July 4
10:00 AM Mornings in the Mountain Hike
Join a Foundation naturalist for an interpretive hike in the woods. Explore the many aspects of Wintergreen’s natural environment. $3 members, $5 resort guests, $6 non-members. Please register by 9:30am.
July 7
9:00 am Madison Run to Furnace Mountain
This hike with Chip Morgan is moderate to difficult hike but worth every step. Explore the history of iron making and the Mount Vernon Furnace. Throw in a bit of geology and botany and you have a trip worth signing up for. Bring lunch, water and wear hiking boots. $10 members, $12 non-members.
July 10
10:00 AM Mornings in the Mountains
Join a Foundation naturalist for an interpretive hike in the woods. Explore the many aspects of Wintergreen’s natural environment. $3 members, $5 resort guests, $6 non-members. Please register by 9:30am.
July 11
10:00 AM Mornings in the Mountains
Join a Foundation naturalist for an interpretive hike in the woods. Explore the many aspects of Wintergreen’s natural environment. $3 members, $5 resort guests, $6 non-members. Please register by 9:30am.
July 17
10:00 AM Mornings in the Mountains
Join a Foundation naturalist for an interpretive hike. Explore the many aspects of Wintergreen’s natural environment. $3 members, $5 resort guests, $6 non-members.
July 18
10 AM Mornings in the Mountains
Join a Foundation naturalist for an interpretive hike in the woods. Explore the many aspects of Wintergreen’s natural environment. $3 members, $5 resort guests, $6 non-members. Please register by 9:30am.
July 24
10 AM Mornings in the Mountains
Join a Foundation naturalist for an interpretive hike in the woods. Explore the many aspects of Wintergreen’s natural environment. $3 members, $5 resort guests, $6 non-members. Please register by 9:30am.
July 24
1:00 pm Herp, Herp Hooray!
Reptiles and amphibians are some of the neatest animals in the Wintergreen woods. Fun games and real live herps help us see what makes them so cool. Learn about some troubles herps face and simple things you can do to help them. Dress for the outdoors, ages 7-12. $20 members, $25 nonmembers.
July 24
9:00 am Hooray for Herps
Herps are reptiles and amphibians – and they are really neat. Play some fun games, listen to a funny story, and meet some real live animals. Dress for the outdoors, ages 4-6. $15 members, $20 nonmembers.
July 25
10 AM Mornings in the Mountains
Join a Foundation naturalist for an interpretive hike in the woods. Explore the many aspects of Wintergreen’s natural environment. $3 members, $5 resort guests, $6 non-members. Please register by 9:30am.
July 31
10:00 AM Mornings in the Mountains
Join a Foundation naturalist for an interpretive hike in the woods. Explore the many aspects of Wintergreen’s natural environment. $3 members, $5 resort guests, $6 non-members. Please register by 9:30am.
AUGUST
August 1
10:00 AM Mornings in the Mountains
Join a Foundation naturalist for an interpretive hike in the woods. Explore the many aspects of Wintergreen’s natural environment. $3 members, $5 resort guests, $6 non-members. Please register by 9:30am.
August 7
10:00 am Mornings in the Mountains
Join a Foundation naturalist for an interpretive hike in the woods. Explore the many aspects of Wintergreen’s natural environment. First Saturday of the month (August 7) will meet near the front desk of the Mountain Inn and is free of charge.
August 7
8 PM Night Hike
Explore the world of the woods after dark with this non-scary walk for parents and children. Simple activities will help you understand the creatures who are active at night and your own responses to the dark. Bring a flashlight or share one of ours. $10 members, $15 nonmembers
August 8
10 AM Mornings in the Mountains
Join a Foundation naturalist for an interpretive hike in the woods. Explore the many aspects of Wintergreen’s natural environment. $3 members, $5 resort guests, $6 non-members. Please register by 9:30am.
August 14
10 AM Mornings in the Mountains
Join a Foundation naturalist for an interpretive hike in the woods. Explore the many aspects of Wintergreen’s natural environment. $3 members, $5 resort guests, $6 non-members. Please register by 9:30am.
August 14
5:30 pm Wintergreen’s Neighborhood Block Party
Come out for a great evening, a little music, door prizes and a whole lot of fun! Bring the family; there will be something for everyone. We’ll have burgers and dogs on the grill. A great way to learn about your Nature Foundation and meet valley and mountain owners, both full and part-time. We welcome you all! Bring your appetite and your questions about Wintergreen’s nature. FREE. RSVP by August 6.
August 15
10:00 AM Mornings in the Mountains
Join a Foundation naturalist for an interpretive hike in the woods. Explore the many aspects of Wintergreen’s natural environment. $3 members, $5 resort guests, $6 non-members. Please register by 9:30am.
August 18
8:15 am Poplar Forest
Thomas Jefferson liked this area so much that he built his personal retreat. Enjoy a guided tour of the marvelous house itself and see the exhibits in the basement and office wing. After a picnic lunch, meet the Director of Archaeology and Landscapes, Jack Gary, for a tour of the active archaeological sites and the archaeology lab to see how the latest archaeological findings are being used to help restore the buildings and grounds. Bring water and a bagged lunch. $14 members, $16 non-members. Register by August 14 at noon.
August 20
1:00 pm WILD Explorers Summer Campout
Enjoy an overnight backpacking trip at beautiful Crabtree Falls. Hike up the tallest waterfall in the eastern United States and spend the night under the stars in Crabtree Meadows. A cookout dinner, a campfire, a night program, an outdoor breakfast, and more! Register early as space is very limited. Bring a sleeping bag and your personal items. Registration deadline is Saturday, August 14. Ages 7-10. $100 members, $120 nonmembers.
August 21
10 AM Mornings in the Mountains
Join a Foundation naturalist for an interpretive hike in the woods. Explore the many aspects of Wintergreen’s natural environment. $3 members, $5 resort guests, $6 non-members. Please register by 9:30am.
August 22
10:00 AM Mornings in the Mountains
Join a Foundation naturalist for an interpretive hike in the woods. Explore the many aspects of Wintergreen’s natural environment. $3 members, $5 resort guests, $6 non-members. Please register by 9:30am.
August 28
10 AM Mornings in the Mountains
Join a Foundation naturalist for an interpretive hike in the woods. Explore the many aspects of Wintergreen’s natural environment. $3 members, $5 resort guests, $6 non-members. Please register by 9:30am.
August 29
10:00 AM Mornings in the Mountains
Join a Foundation naturalist for an interpretive hike in the woods. Explore the many aspects of Wintergreen’s natural environment. $3 members, $5 resort guests, $6 non-members. Please register by 9:30am.
SEPTEMBER
September 4
10 AM Mornings in the Mountains
Join a Foundation naturalist for an interpretive hike in the woods. Explore the many aspects of Wintergreen’s natural environment. First Saturday of the month (September 4) will meet near the front desk of the Mountain Inn and is free of charge.
September 4
1:00 pm Geocache Genius
Participate in the whole process of geocaching, from beginning to end. Seek out nearby geocaches and be part of creating a brand-new geocache at Wintergreen. Bring your GPS unit or use one of ours. Dress for the outdoors, ages 7-12. $20 members, $25 nonmembers.
September 4
9:00 am Geocaching
Celebrate Labor Day with the popular challenge of geocaching. Explore how a GPS works and find an actual geocache. Dress for the outdoors, ages 4-6. $15 members, $20 nonmembers.
September 5
10 AM Mornings in the Mountains
Join a Foundation naturalist for an interpretive hike in the woods. Explore the many aspects of Wintergreen’s natural environment. $3 members, $5 resort guests, $6 non-members. Please register by 9:30am.
September 10
11 AM 17th Annual Sara Ott Memorial Golf Classic
Enjoy camaraderie, beautiful views, great golf, live auction and much, much more. You’ll have chances to win a new car, $1,000,000, 50/50 raffle, and many more prizes. The Ladies Nine Hole tournament at Devil’s Knob is held in conjunction with the Golf Classic. Even if you are not a golfer but would like to support the Nature Foundation, join us for the awards ceremony dinner and live auction.
September 11
10:00 AM Mornings in the Mountains
Join a Foundation naturalist for an interpretive hike in the woods. Explore the many aspects of Wintergreen’s natural environment. $3 members, $5 resort guests, $6 non-members. Please register by 9:30am.
September 12
10:00 AM Mornings in the Mountains
Join a Foundation naturalist for an interpretive hike in the woods. Explore the many aspects of Wintergreen’s natural environment. $3 members, $5 resort guests, $6 non-members. Please register by 9:30am.
September 15
8:00 am Discover the Maury
Join TWNF as we explore the Maury River, one of the most stunning tributaries of the James River. These crystal clear waters, named after a VMI professor from the 1800’s, flows through some of the most attractive spots in the Shenandoah Valley. The 11 mile stretch of river will feature Class I riffles, mountain views and farmland. This long day-float is for canoeists with at least intermediate skill level. $35 members/$45 non-members. Bring plenty of food and water. Please register by Tuesday September 14th at noon.
September 18
10:00 AM Mornings in the Mountains
Join a Foundation naturalist for an interpretive hike in the woods. Explore the many aspects of Wintergreen’s natural environment. $3 members, $5 resort guests, $6 non-members. Please register by 9:30am.
September 19
10:00 AM Mornings in the Mountains
Join a Foundation naturalist for an interpretive hike in the woods. Explore the many aspects of Wintergreen’s natural environment. $3 members, $5 resort guests, $6 non-members. Please register by 9:30am.
September 25
10:00 AM Mornings in the Mountains
Join a Foundation naturalist for an interpretive hike in the woods. Explore the many aspects of Wintergreen’s natural environment. $3 members, $5 resort guests, $6 non-members. Please register by 9:30am.
September 26
10 AM Mornings in the Mountains
Join a Foundation naturalist for an interpretive hike in the woods. Explore the many aspects of Wintergreen’s natural environment. $3 members, $5 resort guests, $6 non-members. Please register by 9:30am.
September 29
9:00 am Spy Rock
Join TWNF as we hike to the top of Spy Rock! Awaiting each hiker is a 360 degree panoramic view of the surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains. This is one of the must see spots in Nelson County. The hike is scheduled to correspond with the raptor migration and foliage changes so don’t forget your binoculars and camera. This 2.6 mile roundtrip hike is rated difficult and the final climb up the actual rock requires nimble climbing. Bring plenty of food and water! $8 members, $10 non-members.
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