Tailored to children ages 3 to 5, Little Eco-Scholars (LES) introduces early learners to environmental and ecological principles through exciting and thoughtful games, simple projects, and exploratory play in the Nature Playscape.

Our program, aligned with Indiana’s Early Learning Foundation, is designed to build on imaginative skills through playing in the local ecosystem. Some of our problem-solving activity topics include invention, memory, new experiences, decision-making, empathy, and many more! We encourage parents/guardians to participate with their toddlers during this program.

• Program Age Range: Tailored to 3-5 year old children

• Dates: Select Fridays at 9 AM

• Program Cost: Free with paid admission to the Nature Center, free for members! Pre-registration is requested.

Questions? Contact our Director of Environmental Education, Payton Broshears, at payton@wesselmanwoods.org for further questions.

JFL Maple League is for children ages 9-12, and typically meets the second Saturday of the month from September to April.

Register now to secure your spots!

Members receive a special discount. Email Payton Broshears at payton@wesselmanwoods.org for the members-only link.

Junior Forest League (JFL) is a monthly program designed to encourage youth to engage with their local ecosystem, meet like-minded peers, and become stewards of the environment.

Each Saturday introduces a new environmental topic through activities like Nature Playscape exploration, animal encounters, guided hikes, and nature-based games and projects. All sessions are adapted to align with Indiana Academic Standards and Earth Charter principles.

The program is split into two leagues: Tulip League is for children ages 6-8, and Maple League is for children ages 9-12. Both leagues meet once a month from September to April, 10 AM - 2 PM. Drop-off is from 10-10:15 AM, and pick-up is from 2-2:15 PM. A nut-free snack is provided, but children need to bring their own lunch.

Tailored to children ages 3 to 5, Little Eco-Scholars (LES) introduces early learners to environmental and ecological principles through exciting and thoughtful games, simple projects, and exploratory play in the Nature Playscape.

Our program, aligned with Indiana’s Early Learning Foundation, is designed to build on imaginative skills through playing in the local ecosystem. Some of our problem-solving activity topics include invention, memory, new experiences, decision-making, empathy, and many more! We encourage parents/guardians to participate with their toddlers during this program.

• Program Age Range: Tailored to 3-5 year old children

• Dates: Select Fridays at 9 AM

• Program Cost: Free with paid admission to the Nature Center, free for members! Pre-registration is requested.

Questions? Contact our Director of Environmental Education, Payton Broshears, at payton@wesselmanwoods.org for further questions.

JFL Tulip League is for children ages 6-8, and typically meets the first Saturday of the month from September to April.

Register now to secure your spots!

Members receive a special discount. Email Payton Broshears at payton@wesselmanwoods.org for the members-only link.

Junior Forest League (JFL) is a monthly program designed to encourage youth to engage with their local ecosystem, meet like-minded peers, and become stewards of the environment.

Each Saturday introduces a new environmental topic through activities like Nature Playscape exploration, animal encounters, guided hikes, and nature-based games and projects. All sessions are adapted to align with Indiana Academic Standards and Earth Charter principles.

The program is split into two leagues: Tulip League is for children ages 6-8, and Maple League is for children ages 9-12. Both leagues meet once a month from September to April, 10 AM - 2 PM. Drop-off is from 10-10:15 AM, and pick-up is from 2-2:15 PM. A nut-free snack is provided, but children need to bring their own lunch.

Tailored to children ages 3 to 5, Little Eco-Scholars (LES) introduces early learners to environmental and ecological principles through exciting and thoughtful games, simple projects, and exploratory play in the Nature Playscape.

Our program, aligned with Indiana’s Early Learning Foundation, is designed to build on imaginative skills through playing in the local ecosystem. Some of our problem-solving activity topics include invention, memory, new experiences, decision-making, empathy, and many more! We encourage parents/guardians to participate with their toddlers during this program.

• Program Age Range: Tailored to 3-5 year old children

• Dates: Select Fridays at 9 AM

• Program Cost: Free with paid admission to the Nature Center, free for members! Pre-registration is requested.

Questions? Contact our Director of Environmental Education, Payton Broshears, at payton@wesselmanwoods.org for further questions.

It’s back! The 3rd annual Owl Prowl at Wesselman Woods takes flight on Sunday, October 26 from 10 AM – 2 PM!

This community-favorite event helps care for the animal ambassadors who call Wesselman Woods home — from our majestic owls and curious reptiles to the furry (and not-so-furry) friends who help us teach thousands of visitors about the wild world around them.

Each year, the University of Evansville’s Chi Omega and FIJI chapters join forces to host this special fundraiser filled with fun activities, forest exploration, and friendly competition — all for a great cause. In 2025, these two Greek organizations are going head-to-head to see who can raise the most for the animals!

Free general admission for all visitors on event day — come enjoy educational booths, meet local organizations, and see how every step (and every dollar) makes a difference. OR…

Want to go the extra mile? Join the walk-a-thon and earn themed prizes while raising funds for the animals of Wesselman Woods! Walk-a-thon participants will receive themed prizes and be entered into a raffle for great prizes.

So grab your friends, bring your curiosity, and help us make this year’s Owl Prowl the biggest and best yet!

Tailored to children ages 3 to 5, Little Eco-Scholars (LES) introduces early learners to environmental and ecological principles through exciting and thoughtful games, simple projects, and exploratory play in the Nature Playscape.

Our program, aligned with Indiana’s Early Learning Foundation, is designed to build on imaginative skills through playing in the local ecosystem. Some of our problem-solving activity topics include invention, memory, new experiences, decision-making, empathy, and many more! We encourage parents/guardians to participate with their toddlers during this program.

• Program Age Range: Tailored to 3-5 year old children

• Dates: Select Fridays at 9 AM

• Program Cost: Free with paid admission to the Nature Center, free for members! Pre-registration is requested.

Questions? Contact our Director of Environmental Education, Payton Broshears, at payton@wesselmanwoods.org for further questions.

JFL Maple League is for children ages 9-12, and typically meets the second Saturday of the month from September to April.

Register now to secure your spots!

Members receive a special discount. Email Payton Broshears at payton@wesselmanwoods.org for the members-only link.

Junior Forest League (JFL) is a monthly program designed to encourage youth to engage with their local ecosystem, meet like-minded peers, and become stewards of the environment.

Each Saturday introduces a new environmental topic through activities like Nature Playscape exploration, animal encounters, guided hikes, and nature-based games and projects. All sessions are adapted to align with Indiana Academic Standards and Earth Charter principles.

The program is split into two leagues: Tulip League is for children ages 6-8, and Maple League is for children ages 9-12. Both leagues meet once a month from September to April, 10 AM - 2 PM. Drop-off is from 10-10:15 AM, and pick-up is from 2-2:15 PM. A nut-free snack is provided, but children need to bring their own lunch.

JFL Tulip League is for children ages 6-8, and typically meets the first Saturday of the month from September to April.

Register now to secure your spots!

Members receive a special discount. Email Payton Broshears at payton@wesselmanwoods.org for the members-only link.

Junior Forest League (JFL) is a monthly program designed to encourage youth to engage with their local ecosystem, meet like-minded peers, and become stewards of the environment.

Each Saturday introduces a new environmental topic through activities like Nature Playscape exploration, animal encounters, guided hikes, and nature-based games and projects. All sessions are adapted to align with Indiana Academic Standards and Earth Charter principles.

The program is split into two leagues: Tulip League is for children ages 6-8, and Maple League is for children ages 9-12. Both leagues meet once a month from September to April, 10 AM - 2 PM. Drop-off is from 10-10:15 AM, and pick-up is from 2-2:15 PM. A nut-free snack is provided, but children need to bring their own lunch.

Tailored to children ages 3 to 5, Little Eco-Scholars (LES) introduces early learners to environmental and ecological principles through exciting and thoughtful games, simple projects, and exploratory play in the Nature Playscape.

Our program, aligned with Indiana’s Early Learning Foundation, is designed to build on imaginative skills through playing in the local ecosystem. Some of our problem-solving activity topics include invention, memory, new experiences, decision-making, empathy, and many more! We encourage parents/guardians to participate with their toddlers during this program.

• Program Age Range: Tailored to 3-5 year old children

• Dates: Select Fridays at 9 AM

• Program Cost: Free with paid admission to the Nature Center, free for members! Pre-registration is requested.

Questions? Contact our Director of Environmental Education, Payton Broshears, at payton@wesselmanwoods.org for further questions.

Tailored to children ages 3 to 5, Little Eco-Scholars (LES) introduces early learners to environmental and ecological principles through exciting and thoughtful games, simple projects, and exploratory play in the Nature Playscape.

Our program, aligned with Indiana’s Early Learning Foundation, is designed to build on imaginative skills through playing in the local ecosystem. Some of our problem-solving activity topics include invention, memory, new experiences, decision-making, empathy, and many more! We encourage parents/guardians to participate with their toddlers during this program.

• Program Age Range: Tailored to 3-5 year old children

• Dates: Select Fridays at 9 AM

• Program Cost: Free with paid admission to the Nature Center, free for members! Pre-registration is requested.

Questions? Contact our Director of Environmental Education, Payton Broshears, at payton@wesselmanwoods.org for further questions.

JFL Maple League is for children ages 9-12, and typically meets the second Saturday of the month from September to April.

Register now to secure your spots!

Members receive a special discount. Email Payton Broshears at payton@wesselmanwoods.org for the members-only link.

Junior Forest League (JFL) is a monthly program designed to encourage youth to engage with their local ecosystem, meet like-minded peers, and become stewards of the environment.

Each Saturday introduces a new environmental topic through activities like Nature Playscape exploration, animal encounters, guided hikes, and nature-based games and projects. All sessions are adapted to align with Indiana Academic Standards and Earth Charter principles.

The program is split into two leagues: Tulip League is for children ages 6-8, and Maple League is for children ages 9-12. Both leagues meet once a month from September to April, 10 AM - 2 PM. Drop-off is from 10-10:15 AM, and pick-up is from 2-2:15 PM. A nut-free snack is provided, but children need to bring their own lunch.

Tailored to children ages 3 to 5, Little Eco-Scholars (LES) introduces early learners to environmental and ecological principles through exciting and thoughtful games, simple projects, and exploratory play in the Nature Playscape.

Our program, aligned with Indiana’s Early Learning Foundation, is designed to build on imaginative skills through playing in the local ecosystem. Some of our problem-solving activity topics include invention, memory, new experiences, decision-making, empathy, and many more! We encourage parents/guardians to participate with their toddlers during this program.

• Program Age Range: Tailored to 3-5 year old children

• Dates: Select Fridays at 9 AM

• Program Cost: Free with paid admission to the Nature Center, free for members! Pre-registration is requested.

Questions? Contact our Director of Environmental Education, Payton Broshears, at payton@wesselmanwoods.org for further questions.

Ever wondered what happens in the forest and wetlands at night? Join us as we explore the nocturnal ecology of Wesselman Woods and Howell Wetlands!

These guided night hikes for ages 18 and over will take place in the summer and fall during the nighttime to give you a unique perspective on what the forest is like when the sun goes down.

Attendees will have the special opportunity to walk through the dark trails of Wesselman Woods and Howell Wetlands.

Tickets are limited! Only 15 spots per session to make your nighttime experience safer and more enjoyable.

PRICE: $15 for public | $12 for members
Email info@wesselmanwoods.org for the discount code.

DATES

• Wesselman Woods: June 5

• Howell Wetlands: September 18

Make sure to bring your bug spray and don’t forget those flashlights or head lamps!

PLEASE NOTE: Each guided hike will be different. WW cannot guarantee you will see or hear animals. WW cannot guarantee how wildlife will respond to human presence. Keep in mind that the trails are more difficult to navigate in the dark (under limited or zero light conditions) and this event may not be suitable for everyone.

JFL Tulip League is for children ages 6-8, and typically meets the first Saturday of the month from September to April.

Register now to secure your spots!

Members receive a special discount. Email Payton Broshears at payton@wesselmanwoods.org for the members-only link.

Junior Forest League (JFL) is a monthly program designed to encourage youth to engage with their local ecosystem, meet like-minded peers, and become stewards of the environment.

Each Saturday introduces a new environmental topic through activities like Nature Playscape exploration, animal encounters, guided hikes, and nature-based games and projects. All sessions are adapted to align with Indiana Academic Standards and Earth Charter principles.

The program is split into two leagues: Tulip League is for children ages 6-8, and Maple League is for children ages 9-12. Both leagues meet once a month from September to April, 10 AM - 2 PM. Drop-off is from 10-10:15 AM, and pick-up is from 2-2:15 PM. A nut-free snack is provided, but children need to bring their own lunch.

Tailored to children ages 3 to 5, Little Eco-Scholars (LES) introduces early learners to environmental and ecological principles through exciting and thoughtful games, simple projects, and exploratory play in the Nature Playscape.

Our program, aligned with Indiana’s Early Learning Foundation, is designed to build on imaginative skills through playing in the local ecosystem. Some of our problem-solving activity topics include invention, memory, new experiences, decision-making, empathy, and many more! We encourage parents/guardians to participate with their toddlers during this program.

• Program Age Range: Tailored to 3-5 year old children

• Dates: Select Fridays at 9 AM

• Program Cost: Free with paid admission to the Nature Center, free for members! Pre-registration is requested.

Questions? Contact our Director of Environmental Education, Payton Broshears, at payton@wesselmanwoods.org for further questions.

Ever wondered what happens in the forest and wetlands at night? Join us as we explore the nocturnal ecology of Wesselman Woods and Howell Wetlands!

These guided night hikes for ages 18 and over will take place in the summer and fall during the nighttime to give you a unique perspective on what the forest is like when the sun goes down.

Attendees will have the special opportunity to walk through the dark trails of Wesselman Woods and Howell Wetlands.

Tickets are limited! Only 15 spots per session to make your nighttime experience safer and more enjoyable.

PRICE: $15 for public | $12 for members
Email info@wesselmanwoods.org for the discount code.

DATES

• Wesselman Woods: June 5

• Howell Wetlands: September 18

Make sure to bring your bug spray and don’t forget those flashlights or head lamps!

PLEASE NOTE: Each guided hike will be different. WW cannot guarantee you will see or hear animals. WW cannot guarantee how wildlife will respond to human presence. Keep in mind that the trails are more difficult to navigate in the dark (under limited or zero light conditions) and this event may not be suitable for everyone.

The mission of the Indiana Master Naturalist (IMN) program is to bring together natural resource specialists with adult learners to foster an understanding of Indiana’s plants, water, soils and wildlife and promote natural resource volunteer service within the State of Indiana.

This intensive introductory course offers adults the chance to discover nature and service learning with the support from local researchers, professors, and environmental practitioners.

Let us save this world together – become a certified local steward with us at Wesselman Woods!

At WW, we use a hybrid virtual/in-person system for our courses. The schedule of sessions is available through the ‘Learn More’ button below. We allow participants to miss up to two courses during introductory IMN.

IMN Price: $140 for members, $150 for non-members

** WESSELMAN WOODS MEMBERS RECEIVE A $10 DISCOUNT **
Please email info@wesselmanwoods.org for the discount link.

The mission of the Indiana Master Naturalist (IMN) program is to bring together natural resource specialists with adult learners to foster an understanding of Indiana’s plants, water, soils and wildlife and promote natural resource volunteer service within the State of Indiana.

This intensive introductory course offers adults the chance to discover nature and service learning with the support from local researchers, professors, and environmental practitioners.

Let us save this world together – become a certified local steward with us at Wesselman Woods!

At WW, we use a hybrid virtual/in-person system for our courses. The schedule of sessions is available through the ‘Learn More’ button below. We allow participants to miss up to two courses during introductory IMN.

IMN Price: $140 for members, $150 for non-members

** WESSELMAN WOODS MEMBERS RECEIVE A $10 DISCOUNT. **
Please email info@wesselmanwoods.org for the discount link.

The mission of the Indiana Master Naturalist (IMN) program is to bring together natural resource specialists with adult learners to foster an understanding of Indiana’s plants, water, soils and wildlife and promote natural resource volunteer service within the State of Indiana.

This intensive introductory course offers adults the chance to discover nature and service learning with the support from local researchers, professors, and environmental practitioners.

Let us save this world together – become a certified local steward with us at Wesselman Woods!

At WW, we use a hybrid virtual/in-person system for our courses. The schedule of sessions is available through the ‘Learn More’ button below. We allow participants to miss up to two courses during introductory IMN.

IMN Price: $140 for members, $150 for non-members

** WESSELMAN WOODS MEMBERS RECEIVE A $10 DISCOUNT **
Please email info@wesselmanwoods.org for the discount link.

The mission of the Indiana Master Naturalist (IMN) program is to bring together natural resource specialists with adult learners to foster an understanding of Indiana’s plants, water, soils and wildlife and promote natural resource volunteer service within the State of Indiana.

This intensive introductory course offers adults the chance to discover nature and service learning with the support from local researchers, professors, and environmental practitioners.

Let us save this world together – become a certified local steward with us at Wesselman Woods!

At WW, we use a hybrid virtual/in-person system for our courses. The schedule of sessions is available through the ‘Learn More’ button below. We allow participants to miss up to two courses during introductory IMN.

IMN Price: $140 for members, $150 for non-members

** WESSELMAN WOODS MEMBERS RECEIVE A $10 DISCOUNT. **
Please email info@wesselmanwoods.org for the discount link.

The mission of the Indiana Master Naturalist (IMN) program is to bring together natural resource specialists with adult learners to foster an understanding of Indiana’s plants, water, soils and wildlife and promote natural resource volunteer service within the State of Indiana.

This intensive introductory course offers adults the chance to discover nature and service learning with the support from local researchers, professors, and environmental practitioners.

Let us save this world together – become a certified local steward with us at Wesselman Woods!

At WW, we use a hybrid virtual/in-person system for our courses. The schedule of sessions is available through the ‘Learn More’ button below. We allow participants to miss up to two courses during introductory IMN.

IMN Price: $140 for members, $150 for non-members

** WESSELMAN WOODS MEMBERS RECEIVE A $10 DISCOUNT **
Please email info@wesselmanwoods.org for the discount link.

The mission of the Indiana Master Naturalist (IMN) program is to bring together natural resource specialists with adult learners to foster an understanding of Indiana’s plants, water, soils and wildlife and promote natural resource volunteer service within the State of Indiana.

This intensive introductory course offers adults the chance to discover nature and service learning with the support from local researchers, professors, and environmental practitioners.

Let us save this world together – become a certified local steward with us at Wesselman Woods!

At WW, we use a hybrid virtual/in-person system for our courses. The schedule of sessions is available through the ‘Learn More’ button below. We allow participants to miss up to two courses during introductory IMN.

IMN Price: $140 for members, $150 for non-members

** WESSELMAN WOODS MEMBERS RECEIVE A $10 DISCOUNT. **
Please email info@wesselmanwoods.org for the discount link.

Tailored to children ages 3 to 5, Little Eco-Scholars introduces early learners to environmental and ecological principles through exciting and thoughtful games, simple projects, and exploratory play in the Nature Playscape.

Our program, aligned with Indiana’s Early Learning Foundation, is designed to build on imaginative skills through playing in the local ecosystem. Some of our problem-solving activity topics include invention, memory, new experiences, decision-making, empathy, and many more! We encourage parents/guardians to participate with their toddlers during this program.

• Program Age Range: Tailored to 3-5 year old children

• Dates: Fridays at 9 AM

• Program Cost: Free with paid admission to the Nature Center, free for members! Preregistration is requested.

Questions? Contact our Director of Environmental Education, Payton Broshears, at payton@wesselmanwoods.org for further questions.

The mission of the Indiana Master Naturalist (IMN) program is to bring together natural resource specialists with adult learners to foster an understanding of Indiana’s plants, water, soils and wildlife and promote natural resource volunteer service within the State of Indiana.

This intensive introductory course offers adults the chance to discover nature and service learning with the support from local researchers, professors, and environmental practitioners.

Let us save this world together – become a certified local steward with us at Wesselman Woods!

At WW, we use a hybrid virtual/in-person system for our courses. The schedule of sessions is available through the ‘Learn More’ button below. We allow participants to miss up to two courses during introductory IMN.

IMN Price: $140 for members, $150 for non-members

** WESSELMAN WOODS MEMBERS RECEIVE A $10 DISCOUNT **
Please email info@wesselmanwoods.org for the discount link.

The mission of the Indiana Master Naturalist (IMN) program is to bring together natural resource specialists with adult learners to foster an understanding of Indiana’s plants, water, soils and wildlife and promote natural resource volunteer service within the State of Indiana.

This intensive introductory course offers adults the chance to discover nature and service learning with the support from local researchers, professors, and environmental practitioners.

Let us save this world together – become a certified local steward with us at Wesselman Woods!

At WW, we use a hybrid virtual/in-person system for our courses. The schedule of sessions is available through the ‘Learn More’ button below. We allow participants to miss up to two courses during introductory IMN.

IMN Price: $140 for members, $150 for non-members

** WESSELMAN WOODS MEMBERS RECEIVE A $10 DISCOUNT. **
Please email info@wesselmanwoods.org for the discount link.

Tailored to children ages 3 to 5, Little Eco-Scholars introduces early learners to environmental and ecological principles through exciting and thoughtful games, simple projects, and exploratory play in the Nature Playscape.

Our program, aligned with Indiana’s Early Learning Foundation, is designed to build on imaginative skills through playing in the local ecosystem. Some of our problem-solving activity topics include invention, memory, new experiences, decision-making, empathy, and many more! We encourage parents/guardians to participate with their toddlers during this program.

• Program Age Range: Tailored to 3-5 year old children

• Dates: Fridays at 9 AM

• Program Cost: Free with paid admission to the Nature Center, free for members! Preregistration is requested.

Questions? Contact our Director of Environmental Education, Payton Broshears, at payton@wesselmanwoods.org for further questions.

The mission of the Indiana Master Naturalist (IMN) program is to bring together natural resource specialists with adult learners to foster an understanding of Indiana’s plants, water, soils and wildlife and promote natural resource volunteer service within the State of Indiana.

This intensive introductory course offers adults the chance to discover nature and service learning with the support from local researchers, professors, and environmental practitioners.

Let us save this world together – become a certified local steward with us at Wesselman Woods!

At WW, we use a hybrid virtual/in-person system for our courses. The schedule of sessions is available through the ‘Learn More’ button below. We allow participants to miss up to two courses during introductory IMN.

IMN Price: $140 for members, $150 for non-members

** WESSELMAN WOODS MEMBERS RECEIVE A $10 DISCOUNT **
Please email info@wesselmanwoods.org for the discount link.

The mission of the Indiana Master Naturalist (IMN) program is to bring together natural resource specialists with adult learners to foster an understanding of Indiana’s plants, water, soils and wildlife and promote natural resource volunteer service within the State of Indiana.

This intensive introductory course offers adults the chance to discover nature and service learning with the support from local researchers, professors, and environmental practitioners.

Let us save this world together – become a certified local steward with us at Wesselman Woods!

At WW, we use a hybrid virtual/in-person system for our courses. The schedule of sessions is available through the ‘Learn More’ button below. We allow participants to miss up to two courses during introductory IMN.

IMN Price: $140 for members, $150 for non-members

** WESSELMAN WOODS MEMBERS RECEIVE A $10 DISCOUNT. **
Please email info@wesselmanwoods.org for the discount link.

JFL Maple League is for children ages 9-12, and meets the second Saturday of the month from September to April.

Register now to secure your spots!

Members receive a special discount. Email Payton Broshears at payton@wesselmanwoods.org for the members-only link.

Junior Forest League (JFL) is a monthly program that focuses on various environmental topics specific to Southern Indiana. League members will have the chance to engage with their local ecosystem, collaborate with like-minded Evansville peers, and (most importantly) participate in fun team building activities and games.

The goal of the Junior Forest League is to ignite a mindset of environmental stewardship and community engagement. Each Saturday, we will focus on a new topic, incorporating animal encounters, guided hikes, citizen-science projects, and science projects/activities. We make specific adjustments to each session to match Indiana Academic Standards and Earth Charter principles.