Wesselman Woods Nature Preserve Trail in Evansville, Indiana Above:  Giant Puffball that grows in wesselman park, a very unique fungi that can grow to the size of a basketball. Puffballs range widely in size and appearance--from tiny species that grow in clusters on wood, to large, terrestrial species growing in fairy rings in meadows. A few species, like Calvatia gigantea, are enormous, reaching diameters of 50 cm! Wesselman Woods Nature Preserve on Evansville�s east side features 200 acres of virgin bottomland hardwood forest and is home to more than 300 species of wildflowers, 150 species of birds and numerous mammals. It is designated as a National Natural Landmark and a State Nature Preserve. Features include a shelter, six miles of walking trails and an amphitheater. The interpretive nature center includes displays, hands-on exhibits, a bird viewing room, meeting rooms, gift shop and library. The Wesselman Woods Nature Preserve Society manages the facility, which is adjacent to Wesselman Park and Wesselman Par 3 Golf Course. Directions: Google Maps Trail Map:Wesselman Woods Nature Preserve trail map Location: Located on Evansville's East side. Website:Wesselman Woods Nature Preserve Surface: Dirt, mulch added for mud and drainage. Wooden Bridges and Boardwalks Volunteer Form: volunteer.jpg See Also:Wabash & Erie Canal Trail in Wesselman Park Learn about the Evansville Suburban & Newburgh railway that ran through the park and nature preserve. Photos Trails More Photos Here (Summer 2007) Wesselman Nature Society Photos Copyrighted� names are used in an editorial manner only, and to the benefit of their owners, with no intention of infringement of their Trademark� and/or Copyright�.