On-Site Program Registration
Bring your group to Wesselman Woods to explore, learn, and experience the richness of an urban old-growth forest.
Wesselman Woods is a busy place. Please make your reservation at least three months in advance for the best chance at securing your desired program date.
Filling out the Group Registration Form does not guarantee your program request. Please wait for an email from the Director of Education for confirmation.
At Wesselman Woods, we can accommodate groups of 20 to 90 participants. At Howell Wetlands, we can accommodate groups of 20 to 75 participants. If your group is outside of these parameters, please email the Director of Environmental Education for guidance.
Pricing and Other Information
We offer program on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays.
The cost per participants is $7 (students and adult chaperones).
If your groups plans to eat lunch on-site, there is a $20 Lunch Service Fee.
Title I schools are eligible for a sponsorship. Visit our Classroom Sponsorship page for more information!
Wesselman Woods will invoice your group after the program to ensure accurate billing based on the number of participants present on the day of your visit.
Weather Policy
Due to the outdoor nature of our programming and limited indoor space, Wesselman Woods reserves the right to cancel field trips in the event of inclement weather.
Our staff will assess the forecast from [Weather.com / National Weather Service] and make a decision by 2:00 PM the day before your scheduled trip. Field trips will be canceled if any of the following conditions are forecasted during program hours:
70% or greater chance of rain
Windchill of 32°F or below
Sustained winds over 30 mph
We appreciate your understanding as we prioritize safety and aim to provide the highest quality experience for your students.
Questions? Email Payton Broshears at payton@wesselmanwoods.org.
