Join us for an exciting lesson in making pumpkin ravioli. Join Matt from MY Productions CT and learn the art of making ravioli (pasta and filling) from scratch in this hands on event! Appetite required, apron recommended! It's going to be a great time! Don't forget to bring your favorite beverage to enjoy along with the class.

Come hit a ton of balls and burn some calories while keeping up with some tennis tips.
This program is not for anyone who is new to tennis.
Cardio-tennis which combines exercise and tennis in a way that brings benefits to your health and your game.
We cannot have the class if fewer than 3 people sign up, so bring your friends!
All classes on Thursdays, from 9-10:00 AM, WT Tennis Courts.
Call tennis instructor Paul Bernstein for questions about cardio-tennis or private lessons, 959.275.5090.

Join Leslie Mathews, a creative encourager who helps others find joy through art and nature, for a two-hour nature art workshop for families! Make art using natural objects. Explorations will include: creating our own brushes, painting with natural materials, making leaf prints and rubbings, and making impermanent art such as mandalas and sculptures (using leaves, sticks, rocks, pinecones, acorns, and whatever else we find). This is a great way to spend your Sunday morning this fall!

Come enjoy an evening filles with fresh cut flowers and guided instruction from floral designer, Brittany. This workshop is themed for a fall centerpiece, perfect for your Thanksgiving table. All materials will be supplied for this workshop. Must register by November 14th, so we can order supplies.

This program gives participants the opportunity to explore the climbing tower after dark! The excitement grows as nighttime provides a new challenge. Special lights will be installed around the tower. Feel free to bring a headlamp or flashlight to help you when walking around the area and/or climbing. All four sides of the tower and our zip line will be open for this program.

Winding Trails and the Exchange Club of Farmington once again sponsor this popular holiday event! For over 30 years, Santa and Mrs. Claus visit their winter cottage at Winding Trails and give the children a chance to put in their holiday requests. While waiting to see Santa, visit with some of Santa's animals, decorate holiday cookies, and make crafts. There will also be a special holiday magic show every hour. This is a members only program. Please register each adult and child who will be attending. IMPORTANT NOTE: ENTRY FEE IS ONE NONPERISHABLE FOOD ITEM PER PERSON, to be donated to the local food bank.

Join us for our nature-based homeschool education series! Each month join our environmental educators to learn about the wonders of nature. These programs are perfect for ages 5 to 11. Programs are offered once a month from October through May and run from 9:30 - 12:30 with a snack time built in. The themes for each month are as follows:

October - Life Cycle of Trees
November - Food Webs + Energy Transfer
December -Winter Wonders
January - Geology Rocks
February - Animal Homes
March - Maple Syrup
April - Birds, Birds + Birds
May - Metamorphosis Magic

We ask that guardians stay for the duration of the program and take an active role in the learning. Contact Elyse Cahill at elyse@windingtrails.org for more information.

Or should we say 'Parents' Night Out'! Drop your child at Winding Trails and enjoy a night out on your own. Kids will be well supervised and enjoy fun games, crafts, a pizza party, an ice cream sundae bar and a big screen movie. This program has become a very popular one and space fills up quickly. Please bring clothing that is appropriate for outdoor and indoor play as well as a sleeping bag/blanket and pillow for the movie!

Come on out and join Stompin' Boots at Winding Trails for an evening of line dancing. With fun, easy lessons and open dancing with a mix of easy and popular line dances we have something for dancers of all experience levels. Whether you're an absolute beginner or a seasoned line dancer come on out and join us for a stompin' good time!

Participants are welcome to arrive early and stay after class to enjoy additional social time. Please feel free to bring your own appetizers and beverages ---glass containers are not permitted.

Schedule:
Social Time: 5:30--6:00 PM and 8:00--9:00 PM
Line Dancing Lesson: 6:00--8:00 PM

Join Leslie Mathews, a creative encourager who helps others find joy through art and nature, for a two-hour writing workshop for adults! Explore stillness, immerse yourself in the landscape, and enter into dialogue with plants and trees. We will practice mindful walking and sit spot meditation to connect with the beautiful environment of Winding Trails. Return to yourself, the present moment, and connect to Life. Writing invitations will provide opportunities for reflection and inquiry into what calls to us in nature. We will focus on the "heart to hand connection" - the physical act of putting pen to paper - as a way to connect to our emotions and deeper purpose. Sharing is encouraged but not required. This is a great opportunity to work on creative skills while building community.

Soccer Shots Classic utilizes creative and imaginative games to focus on basic soccer skills like dribbling, passing, and shooting. We also highlight a positive character trait each session such as respect, teamwork, and appreciation. Parent/guardian must be present during the entire class.

Soccer Shots Mini is a high-energy program introducing children to fundamental soccer principles, such as using your feet, dribbling and the basic rules of the game. Through fun games, songs and positive reinforcement, children will begin to experience the joy of playing soccer and being active. Parent/guardian must be present during the entire class.

Tom Turkey Hunt is a family scavenger hunt through our trail system. You and your family will register online and have your first clue and directions emailed to you. From there, you will follow the clues around our trail system to find your next clues. Once you complete the hunt, email us the answers to all the clues and you will be registered to win a gift certificate from Highland Park Market! You will have nine days to come to the park and complete your hunt. Come out with your family and enjoy the park in the fall and visit some places you may never have been before. Deadline for submitting your clues is 10am on Monday, December 1st.

Come enjoy a night of crafting with wood florals! Make a winter or holiday themed wreath for your home. We will supply all the materials and instruction for these projects. Feel free to bring your own drinks and snacks to complete the evening.