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Hike through the woods, stroll around the gardens, or rest on a bench under a shade tree at this site on beautiful Sylvan Lake. Or, bring a picnic to enjoy.
There is access to the lake, but no boat ramp is provided. However, you can put your boat in the water just down the road in Rome City.
Don't miss a chance to explore the two-mile-long Pat Bolman Heritage Tree Trail, which is ideal for hikers, walkers and runners (especially cross-country runners). In addition to the well-groomed trail, there are benches for those who may need to rest or just want to enjoy the surroundings.
Special Events
Third Thursday Plant Lecture #3: Natural History of Trees
Sept. 16; 6 – 8 p.m.
$3 per person (does not include cabin tour)
When Gene purchased Wildflower Woods, her first activity was to hire Frank Wallace to care for the mature trees. Lindsey Purcell, Urban Forestry Specialist at Purdue University, will talk about native trees that can be used in landscaping, including historical significance, ornamental value, culture and maintenance.
Upland Wildlife Cookout
Sept. 25; 6 – 9 p.m.
$5 per person
Sample roasted raccoon, smoked squirrel, delicious duck and more on the menu at this one-of-a-kind cookout. Join hunters, conservationists and local wildlife experts for an evening of new tastes and information. What cookout would be complete without s’mores? There will also be activities for the kids.
Gene Stratton-Porter Autumn Tea
Oct. 4; noon – 4 p.m.
$25 per person
The Victorian tea includes an interpretive cabin and garden tour, an elegant afternoon tea with exquisite desserts, musical entertainment and a guest speaker. Reservations are required. Call 260.854.3790 or e-mail genestrattonportershs@dnr.in.gov. This event is hosted by the Gene Stratton Porter State Historic Site & the Gene Stratton-Porter Memorial Society, Inc.
Owl-oween
Oct. 15 and 16; 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Overnights available from 8:30 p.m. – 8:30 a.m.
$3 per person (Overnight is $100 per person)
The "haunted woods" at the Gene Stratton-Porter State Historic Site feature activities for all ages ... not to mention some spooks and scares! Come learn about owls, bats, moths and other creatures of the night. Children are encouraged to attend in costume and learn more about the wildlife in the woods and enjoy treats at various stops along the way.
If you’ve always wanted to spend the night in Gene’s Cabin on Sylvan Lake, here’s your chance. Saturday, Oct. 16 is the first ever Owl-oween Cabin Overnight. Thirteen guests will enjoy special all-access tour, activities and will be allowed to sleep (if you can!) in the Cabin. What will you hear go bump in the night in this nearly 100-year-old Cabin? Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Gene Stratton-Porter Film Festival
Nov. 6; 2 – 10 p.m.
$10 per person
Eight of Gene Stratton-Porter’s novels were made into films. She even founded her own production company to produce movies to her own high standards. Thanks to film collector and historian Eric Grayson, now you can enjoy some of these films. The film festival includes Laddie and A Girl of the Limberlost. Hosted at the Strand Theater in Kendallville.
“A Dream of Beauty” Holiday Walk
Nov. 20; 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
$3 per person or included with the Rome City Holiday Walk ticket
Visit the Gene Stratton-Porter State Historic Site dressed for the holidays. Gene’s cabin will be decorated as she did for her 1917 Christmas which she described as a “Dream of Beauty.” Entertainment, holiday goodies, crafts and activities are sponsored by the Gene Stratton-Porter Memorial Society, Inc. Visitors can ride in a horse-drawn wagon from the parking area to the Cabin at Wildflower Woods courtesy of the Noble County Draft Horse Association.
For more detailed information on special events, call 260.854.3790 or e-mail genestrattonportershs@dnr.in.gov.
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