Blendon Woods

Learn about our oldest civic science project, then head out to count some birds!

Hike behind Thoreau lake through the waterfowl refuge.

Hike to the blinds and beyond to see what ducks are on the lake.

Learn about Blendon's largest resident bird on a 1.5-mile hike to look for them roosting in the trees.

Why go shopping INside when you can go hiking OUTside? Hike 2 miles on natural and gravel surface trails.

Let your eyes adjust to the dark as we go on a 2-mile walk in the woods.

Enjoy a hot cider as you take a lantern-lit stroll through the night forest.

For Kids: Ew! That's Gross! - Animals can be pretty gross sometimes! Learn about the sticky, slimy, and smelly defenses animals use and make a gross craft to take home.