Laying the Groundwork for the Future
This summer, we are prioritizing immediate improvements to the visitor experience at your nature center.
Our community of members has spoken. They’re asking for more accessible facilities, safer infrastructure, and preserved natural charm. These upgrades are not optional but essential for ensuring Reflection Riding remains a welcoming and engaging space for all.
We’re focusing on revitalizing several components of our “front door,” the first point of contact for over 100,000 visitors each year. The Welcome Center represents a physical gateway and a symbolic one into a deeper relationship with nature. However, to continue welcoming our community in a safe, inclusive, and sustainable way, we must make vital upgrades to accommodate our current needs and future growth.
What Your Gift Supports:
We’re focused on urgent improvements that will dramatically enhance safety, accessibility, and comfort for every visitor:
ADA-Compliant Restroom with After-Hours Access: Ensuring that everyone, regardless of mobility, has access to restroom facilities, including a time lock feature for after-hours access.
Welcome Center Accessibility and Infrastructure Improvements: Upgrading pathways to ensure access for all visitors, while completing much-needed exterior repairs that preserve the Welcome Center’s historic charm and modernize its infrastructure for long-term use.
Boardwalk and Canoe Launch Improvements: Supporting safe, accessible outdoor exploration on Lookout Creek.
“Snake Tale Alley” Exhibit Refresh: Updating our popular reptile and amphibian exhibit, allowing for self-guided wildlife encounters, even after hours!
Native Plant Nursery and Garden Cleanup: Showcasing sustainable gardening practices and native plant species.
