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Winter Walk

Lippincott Bird Sanctuary 3093 Bellefontaine Road, Lima, United States

Experience nature in winter with a hike on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of December. Be prepared for the weather and ground conditions. Lippincott Bird Sanctuary offers an approximately 3/4-mile moderate trail.  Register online or by calling 419-221-1232 by Dec. 3.  

Natural Areas and Preserves

OSU Lima Campus - Visitor/Student Center 3900 Campus Drive, Lima, OH, United States

Join the Tri-moraine Audubon Society as we welcome ODNR’s Regional Manager for the Division of Natural Areas and Preserves to share about the preserves and programs in our area! The meeting will be held at the Visitor and Student Services Center on the OSU Lima campus. This in-person program can be attended virtually, see trimoraineaudubon.org …

Twig Carving With Invasives

McElroy Environmental Education Center 2355 Ada Road, Lima, OH, United States

Join members of the Allen County Woodcarvers as we learn about woody invasive plants in our area, and then put them to good use! Your carving could make the perfect gift this holiday season, but your new-found skill is a gift just for you! Carving knives and direction will be provided, any participant under 16 …

Winter Walk

Heritage Park 2092 Reed Road, Lima, OH, United States

Experience nature in winter with a hike on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of December. Be prepared for the weather and ground conditions. Lippincott Bird Sanctuary offers an approximately 3/4-mile moderate trail. Register online or by calling 419-221-1232 by Dec. 3.  

Family Nature Club

Families with children ages 3-12 are welcome to join us as we celebrate the holiday season while we prepare special treats and decorate an outdoor tree for wildlife.  Please dress appropriately to be outside.  Register online or by calling 419-221-1232 by Dec. 17.  

Start It Right Hike

Kendrick Woods Metro Park 971 N. Defiance Trail, Spencerville, OH, United States

Unwind, recharge, and maybe get a head start on your resolutions as you begin the year on the right foot. Join a naturalist for a brisk hike in the tranquility of an Allen County gem, Kendrick Woods. Hot chocolate and tea will be provided. Register online or by calling 419-221-1232 by Jan. 7.  

Nature Pals: Feelin’ Frosty

McElroy Environmental Education Center 2355 Ada Road, Lima, OH, United States

Have you built a snowman yet?  Children ages 3-5 and their adult companion are welcome to join us for activities focusing on snowmen.  Dress appropriately for a hike in the woods that will, hopefully, include making a snowman.  Register online or by calling 419-221-1232 by Jan. 11.  

Nature Pals: Feelin’ Frosty

McElroy Environmental Education Center 2355 Ada Road, Lima, OH, United States

Children ages 3-5 and their adult companion are welcome to join us as we prepare special treats and decorate an outdoor tree for wildlife.  Please dress appropriately to be outside.  Register online or by calling 419-221-1232 by Nov. 30.      

Owls 101

McElroy Environmental Education Center 2355 Ada Road, Lima, OH, United States

Owls are truly masters of the night and are perfectly designed to thrive in the darkness. Come learn about Ohio’s owls, their adaptations, haunts, and habits as we explore these fascinating creatures. An indoor presentation will be followed by a short owl prowl to look for owls in the park. Be prepared for weather and …

Winter Walk – Haver Ridge

Haver Ridge 8335 Bellefontaine Road, Harrod

Experience nature in winter with a hike at beautiful Haver Ridge Metro Park. Be prepared for the weather and ground conditions. Haver Ridge offers an approximately 1-mile moderate trail. Register online or by calling 419-221-1232 by Jan. 20.  

Johnny Appleseed Metro Park District