WEHR’s 50 Year legacy

Rooted and Growing

Welcome to Wehr Nature Center, where nature is accessible to all, year-round. Our commitment is to create a welcoming environment for everyone, regardless of age, ability, or background. Explore our accessible park features, including a 1-mile All Abilities loop trail with a hard surface boardwalk, an accessible pier overlooking Mallard Lake, and an observation blind under expansion. Our Visitor Center exhibits and restrooms are universally designed for comfort and convenience.

At Wehr Nature Center, we believe nature is for everyone, and we’re dedicated to making it a reality. Join us and experience the beauty of nature, accessible to all.

50 years rooted & growing

We’re celebrating in style

Save the Dates

Feb
9

February 9 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Women and Girls in Science

What comes to mind when you think of a scientist? .Join us for this open-house-style event aimed to break the stereotype of who can be successful in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math) fields. Recommended for ages 10 and up. This event is free, but please pre-register.

Mar
8

March 8 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Maple Sugar Days

Maple syrup is so much more than a pancake topper. Join us at our 47th Annual Maple Sugar Days Saturday, March 8th and Sunday, March 9th to hear the surprising stories behind your favorite sticky treat. Advanced registration required. Walk-in’s welcome if space allows.

Where will Wehr be in 50 years?

Exploring the sights and sounds of the critters and creatures at Wehr through a child’s eyes! In celebration of Wehr Nature Center’s 50th anniversary, we interviewed kids on where they think Wehr (and the world) will be in another 50 years.

Pre-Registration Required on most events – Click for details

Engage with Wehr

Dec
23

12:00 am – 11:59 pm

Building is Closed

Dec
25

12:00 am – 11:59 pm

Free Parking Thursday

Dec
29

9:00 am – 10:00 am

Wehr Birders

Dec
31

12:30 pm – 2:00 pm

Winter Walk at Wehr

Dec
31

12:00 am – 11:59 pm

Building is Closed

Jan
3

7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Owl Prowl for Adults @ Grant Park

Group watching wildlife

Featured Program

Operation Recon Nature

Veterans from all service branches – Active Duty, Reserve, and Retired personnel are invited to attend monthly walks at Wehr Nature Center. For approximately one to one and a half hours, we will travel on the trails of Wehr Nature Center to share camaraderie and experience seasonal nature happenings.

Wehr the wild things are

Meet the Turkeys

One bird’s mess is another bird’s meal! Wehr’s Wild Turkeys will gladly clean up the stray seed thrown to the ground by busy birds at the feeders. It’s quite a sight to find cardinals, doves, and sparrows eating right alongside these giant turkeys.

January – March 2025 Newsletter

Wehr Words

The close of Wehr’s 50th year marked a special year for the center. Unpack highlights from 2024 and discover the many opportunities to engage with Wehr in 2025. From Brews and Shoes to Maple Sugar Days, winter at Wehr is full of events and programs for people all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. Newsletter Editor and Naturalist, Bev Bryant shares:

“Read our article “Wehr’s Winters Aren’t What They Used to Be” to learn how winter warming impacts plants and animals in this issue of Wehr Words. Look for articles throughout 2025 that explore this critical issue.”

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