Wesselman Woods
Cause Area
- Animals
- Children & Youth
- Environment
Location
551 N Boeke RdEvansville, IN 47711 United StatesOrganization Information
Mission Statement
The mission of WNS is to create experiences which connect people with nature, motivate them to lead sustainable lives and take action to protect wildlife and wild places.
Description
The Wesselman Nature Society (WNS) is a 501c(3) not-for-profit, environmental organization. We were founded in 1972 for the purpose of protecting the 200 acre tract in Evansville, Indiana now known as Wesselman Woods Nature Preserve. Today, the Society is responsible for the management and daily operations of Wesselman Woods Nature Preserve, as well s our west side property, Howell Wetlands, as well as the Canoe Evansville program. Wesselman Nature Society provides environmental education and outdoor recreation experiences designed to awaken the senses and enrich the lives of area residents and visitors.