Upcoming Events

Once again TLNC is participating in the Mt. Dora Community Trust's (MDCT) Giving Week. During the week donations made to MDCT in TLNC's name will help TLNC qualify for matching funds. Donations can be made during this week at the MDCT website or by bringing a cash or check (made out to MDCT) to TLNC's office before 10 on Dec. 5th.

Join expert birder Bob Wexler to discover the birds at TLNC. Bring your camera and binoculars if you wish. TLNC does charge a $5/vehicle entry fee but entry is part of a TLNC Membership.

Schoolchildren will be on site for a field trip this day. TLNC is still open to the public while the school is on-site, however, students may be using the buildings and on the trails. Please call (352) 357-7536 if you need more information.

Join us for Chair Yoga with Nancy. This gentle yoga class is a great way to start the day, stretch your body and improve or maintain your flexibility. Cost is $5/session payable to the instructor. Entry fees are waived for this program. Bring a mat, dress in loose fitting clothes and join us.

Nature has inspired many artists through the centuries and now is no different. As you walk through the woods, cross a meadow or watch a butterfly flutter, you can be inspired. In the coming months, the Trout Lake Nature Center will be offering ways to be inspired and then express yourself creatively.

Watercolor artist Ellen Westerholm will teach a series of four watercolor lessons. Westerholm provides the paint, brushes and paper along with instruction to create stunning paintings. Westerholm has taught painting for many years with great success and loves to share her passion for painting and creating with others
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Painting classes are scheduled throughout the remainder of the year on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Check the event calendar to find when classes are offered and to register. Cost is $50 per class.

With the advent of the time change, TLNC will stay open until 6 PM on Thursdays to allow visitors to take a quiet walk, watch the sunset or have a late afternoon picnic. Typically, TLNC's property closes at 4 PM but we wanted to give everyone a chance to get outdoors and see a sunset over the lake.

Schoolchildren will be on site for a field trip this day. TLNC is still open to the public while the school is on-site, however, students may be using the buildings and on the trails. Please call (352) 357-7536 if you need more information.

Join us for Chair Yoga with Nancy. This gentle yoga class is a great way to start the day, stretch your body and improve or maintain your flexibility. Cost is $5/session payable to the instructor. Entry fees are waived for this program. Bring a mat, dress in loose fitting clothes and join us.

Birders, photographers and just plain folks who want to start their day with good camaraderie and a little bit of nature will enjoy a great start to the day with expert birder—Bob Wexler.
Includes a continental breakfast, coffee, cocoa and tea. Dress for Florida weather. Remember it can be cooler at the lake. Bring your binoculars, spotting scope or camera. The walk to the lake begins at 7 AM.

Join us for a potluck lunch and an afternoon of fun. All TLNC volunteers are invited to attend this fun picnic to celebrate a year of accomplishments with some games, good food and friendship. This is a chance for our volunteers to enjoy TLNC and get to know the other volunteers. The TLNC staff and Board appreciate what our volunteers do each year and want to take time for everyone to enjoy themselves at this event.

Please bring a covered dish to share, TLNC will provide hotdogs and hamburgers. We encourage you to bring your own plates and utensils to reduce waste.

Hope to see you there! Click the green button above to RSVP, please RSVP by December 3.

Have you been inspired by nature to create? Crafters and artists come show off your projects and skills to our visitors at our Nature Craft Fair. Exhibit space is free but limited. It is distributed on a first come, first serve basis. Some locations are outdoors and some are indoors. Call if you need a specific type of location for your artistry or if you need electricity.

The goal of the event is to provide a space for you to exhibit your art, and for visitors to see what kinds of art they could do themselves. As part of each exhibit, we would like to have a demonstration or hands-on activity for participants to create their own simple art projects, so please make a demonstration of some kind part of your plan. TLNC will also have several simple craft stations set up for visitors to do while they are here.

This event itself is free for all to attend but a $5/vehicle entry fee is charged to enter TLNC. TLNC members enter free. Or if you can't afford the entry fee you can obtain a receipt from the Eustis Memorial Library that will provide you entry.

Join us for Chair Yoga with Nancy. This gentle yoga class is a great way to start the day, stretch your body and improve or maintain your flexibility. Cost is $5/session payable to the instructor. Entry fees are waived for this program. Bring a mat, dress in loose fitting clothes and join us.

With the advent of the time change, TLNC will stay open until 6 PM on Thursdays to allow visitors to take a quiet walk, watch the sunset or have a late afternoon picnic. Typically, TLNC's property closes at 4 PM but we wanted to give everyone a chance to get outdoors and see a sunset over the lake.

Artist and teacher Ellen Westerholm will hold a "Sip and Paint" at the Trout Lake Nature Center on December 14 from 6:30 to 8:30 PM for adults. Westerholm will be guiding you through painting holiday cards. You can paint 1, 2 or 3 cards while you sip whatever beverage you would like to bring. Adult beverages are allowed at this event but hot chocolate and tea will be available with some snacks.

Cost is $50 and includes entry fee and painting supplies. You must register to attend.

Join us for Chair Yoga with Nancy. This gentle yoga class is a great way to start the day, stretch your body and improve or maintain your flexibility. Cost is $5/session payable to the instructor. Entry fees are waived for this program. Bring a mat, dress in loose fitting clothes and join us.

Each month TLNC invites various scientists, nature lovers, storytellers and environmentalist to speak on a wide variety of topics. Although some topics appeal more to adults, children are always welcome. TLNC does charge a $5/vehicle entry fee to all non-TLNC members.

Birders, photographers and just plain folks who want to start their day with good camaraderie and a little bit of nature will enjoy a great start to the day with expert birder—Bob Wexler.
Includes a continental breakfast, coffee, cocoa and tea. Dress for Florida weather. Remember it can be cooler at the lake. Bring your binoculars, spotting scope or camera. The walk to the lake begins at 7 AM.

Folk Music Third Saturdays Concert. $7 at the door. The potluck will begin at 7 PM with music at 7:45. Bring a covered dish for the potluck.

This group of volunteers works on our financial affairs. New volunteers are encouraged to attend or inquire at (352) 357-7536.

Join us for Chair Yoga with Nancy. This gentle yoga class is a great way to start the day, stretch your body and improve or maintain your flexibility. Cost is $5/session payable to the instructor. Entry fees are waived for this program. Bring a mat, dress in loose fitting clothes and join us.

With the advent of the time change, TLNC will stay open until 6 PM on Thursdays to allow visitors to take a quiet walk, watch the sunset or have a late afternoon picnic. Typically, TLNC's property closes at 4 PM but we wanted to give everyone a chance to get outdoors and see a sunset over the lake.

Join us for Chair Yoga with Nancy. This gentle yoga class is a great way to start the day, stretch your body and improve or maintain your flexibility. Cost is $5/session payable to the instructor. Entry fees are waived for this program. Bring a mat, dress in loose fitting clothes and join us.

Birders, photographers and just plain folks who want to start their day with good camaraderie and a little bit of nature will enjoy a great start to the day with expert birder—Bob Wexler.
Includes a continental breakfast, coffee, cocoa and tea. Dress for Florida weather. Remember it can be cooler at the lake. Bring your binoculars, spotting scope or camera. The walk to the lake begins at 7 AM.

There will be no Nature Sprouts this day. Nature Sprouts will resume in January on the 4th Wednesday of each month at 10:30 AM.

Join us for Chair Yoga with Nancy. This gentle yoga class is a great way to start the day, stretch your body and improve or maintain your flexibility. Cost is $5/session payable to the instructor. Entry fees are waived for this program. Bring a mat, dress in loose fitting clothes and join us.

With the advent of the time change, TLNC will stay open until 6 PM on Thursdays to allow visitors to take a quiet walk, watch the sunset or have a late afternoon picnic. Typically, TLNC's property closes at 4 PM but we wanted to give everyone a chance to get outdoors and see a sunset over the lake.

Join us for Chair Yoga with Nancy. This gentle yoga class is a great way to start the day, stretch your body and improve or maintain your flexibility. Cost is $5/session payable to the instructor. Entry fees are waived for this program. Bring a mat, dress in loose fitting clothes and join us.

Birders, photographers and just plain folks who want to start their day with good camaraderie and a little bit of nature will enjoy a great start to the day with expert birder—Bob Wexler.
Includes a continental breakfast, coffee, cocoa and tea. Dress for Florida weather. Remember it can be cooler at the lake. Bring your binoculars, spotting scope or camera. The walk to the lake begins at 7 AM.

Night can be a special time in the woods as the light fades and owls call to each other. At a special after-hours event, you will walk to our dock to watch the sun set, then take a gentle hike on our trails back to a campfire and music. You may bring your beverage of choice and any food you prefer. Don't forget a lawn chair or a musical instrument if you play and be prepared to take part in a special time at TLNC.
All activity takes place outdoors.

Cost: $5/vehicle.

Bring your well-mannered dog and join the TLNC pack for a quiet walk on our trails where we end up at the Education Dock. This is an opportunity for you to socialize and your dog to socialize. No reservations are required. All dogs must be kept on a 6 foot lead and owners must pick up after their dogs. Entry fee to TLNC is $5/vehicle. All TLNC members (both dogs and humans) have free entry to our facilities.