Sightings

July 15

American Lotus flowers are starting to bloom! Look for them on the lake side of the Towpath and from the end of the North Boardwalk. Each individual bloom typically opens fully in the morning and begins to close by late afternoon or early evening.

February 1

Trails are snow covered throughout most of the Park. Conditions range from packed snow to ice – Use Caution.
The walkway from the Nature Center to the Paxton Creek Bridge is free of ice/snow.

January 27

The Nature Center bird feeders are active with a variety of species.

January 13

Numerous Canada Geese have been consistently seen on the Lake.

December 18

Both the Delta and North Boardwalks are open.

December 15

The Boardwalks are closed due to icy conditions.

December 10

The Boardwalks are open, and remain a bit icy, please walk cautiously.

November 10

A Brant has been seen on the Lake amongst the Canada Geese.

October 30

Green-winged Teal, Gadwall, Northern Shoveler, Wood Duck, American Wigeon, Northern Pintail, Ring-necked Duck, American Black Duck and even a Eurasian Wigeon have been spotted on the lake.

September 27

Celebrate Wildwood Festival is TODAY! Join in on the fun from 10AM-2PM!

September 6

Wood Ducks continue to dazzle park visitors. They can most commonly be found in the Canal along the Towpath Trail.