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Walking Thru Autumn 3 of 8

Deep Cut Historical Park 22900 St. Rt. 66, Spencerville, OH, United States

There is nothing quite like a brisk walk and a breath of fresh air on a crisp autumn morning! Please join us for our 16th annual Walking Thru Autumn hiking series. Each week 60-90 participants gather for a guided hike, to take in the beauty of fall and explore some of the 30+ miles of …

Seek and Identify Nature

Haver Ridge 8335 Bellefontaine Road, Harrod

Become an expert at plant and animal identification with Seek an app by iNaturalist. We will teach you how to use this new tool that instantly identifies the world around us. We’ll explore outdoors seeking new organisms and snapping pictures. Be prepared for the weather and ground conditions and bring a fully charged phone or …

Health Through Nature

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

Although modern technologies are making our life easier, more and more people are experiencing a sense of unease and anxiety. New scientific research is concluding that our disconnect from nature may be the cause. Scientists are finding that a connection to the natural world is crucial for our health and well-being. Join a naturalist on the fourth Wednesday …

EZ & Co

Ottawa Metro Park Amphitheater 2632 Ada Road, Lima, OH, United States

Always a favorite, EZ & Co will finish up our great Summer Series with fantastic harmonies of jazz, gospel and classics from the 60’s and 70’s, these talented musicians and vocalists will delight us with their musical harmonies.  

Go Outside and Play! (Insect Safari)

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

Who’s ready for an Insect Safari? Join us this month as we “make friends with a bug”. Dress for the weather conditions. For more information, see the article on page 10. Register by Aug. 26.  

Nature’s Nursery

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

Jamie Forbush, Education Director at Nature’s Nursery, will bring a live      animal to share with the Tri-Moraine Audubon Society and discuss their mission “to improve the well-being of Northwest Ohio wildlife populations and habitats through public education and rehabilitation with an emphasis on coexistence.”

Nature Pals: Butterfly Kisses

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

Children ages 3-5 and their adult companion are invited to learn about amazing butterflies. Exploration Stations, our weather song, a craft, and a hike will all be part of the fun. Come dressed appropriately to be outdoors. Registration is required by Sept. 6.  

Nature Pals: Butterfly Kisses

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

Children ages 3-5 and their adult companion are invited to learn about amazing butterflies. Exploration Stations, our weather song, a craft, and a hike will all be part of the fun. Come dressed appropriately to be outdoors. Registration is required by Sept. 6.  

Walking Thru Autumn – Hike 1 of 8

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

There is nothing quite like a brisk walk and a breath of fresh air on a crisp autumn morning! Please join us for our 16th annual Walking Thru Autumn hiking series. Each week 60-90 participants gather for a guided hike, to take in the beauty of fall and explore some of the 30+ miles of …

Walking Thru Autumn – Hike 2 of 8

McLean Teddy Bear Park 2004 N. Dixie Hwy., Lima, OH, United States

There is nothing quite like a brisk walk and a breath of fresh air on a crisp autumn morning! Please join us for our 16th annual Walking Thru Autumn hiking series. Each week 60-90 participants gather for a guided hike, to take in the beauty of fall and explore some of the 30+ miles of …

Johnny Appleseed Metro Park District