PERSEID METEOR SHOWER
2024-08-10 21:00 - 23:00 (America/New_York) | Kendrick Woods, 971 N Defiance Trl, Spencerville, 45887, United States
The Lima Astronomical Society will provide telescopes to watch the annual meteor shower and view other celestial objects in one of the darkest places in our county! Bring bug spray, lawn chairs/ground blanket, and a light jacket. This event is dependent on weather and cloud cover and often continues late into the night, stay as long as you like! Check the Lima Astronomical Society Facebook page in case the event is cancelled due to weather. Register by Aug. 9.

JOGGING WITH JOHNNY
2024-08-12 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Ottawa Metro Park, 2632 Ada Road, Lima, OH, 45801, United States
Turn up the heat on your fitness routine and enjoy some fun in the sun with your Johnny Appleseed accountabili-buddy, Naturalist Lindsey! Join us for a warm-up walk and a few laps around Ottawa Metro Park. All ages and abilities are welcome in their fitness journey, whether you consider yourself a seed, a sapling, or cider! Choose a pace that is comfortable for you. Dress for the weather & come out rain or shine! Meet at the Wyandot Shelter. Register by August 12.

MONTHLY MOTHING
2024-08-12 20:30 - 22:30 (America/New_York) | McElroy Environmental Education Center, 2355 Ada Rd, Lima, OH, 45801
Every second Monday from May to September a Naturalist will set up the equipment to sample what moths are on the wing in the Teddy Bear Park Forest behind the MEEC. Each month should bring a suite of new moths as different species emerge at different times of the year. This event starts at sunset each month. Register by August 9.

BEGINNING ARCHERY PROGRAM
2024-08-14 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-08-14 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Kendrick Woods – Evans Archery Range, 1376 N St. Mary's Rd, Spencerville, Ohio, 45887
Participants age 9 through adult can sign up for one session from 6 to 7 pm or from 7 pm to 8 pm. Certified archery staff will be on hand to assist beginning archers on the fundamentals of archery. Mathews Genesis bows and all other supplies will be provided by the park district. Participants in the program must use bows provided. Wear close toed shoes, remove dangling earrings, and tie back long hair. Registration required by August 12. 20 Participants per 1 hour time block.

DR. INSECTA
2024-08-17 11:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | Ottawa Metro Park, 2632 Ada Road, Lima, OH, 45801, United States
Bug Genius!

JOGGING WITH JOHNNY
2024-08-26 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Heritage Park – West End, 2092 Reed Rd, Lima, Ohio, 45806
Turn up the heat on your fitness routine and enjoy some fun in the sun with a Johnny Appleseed accountabili-buddy! Join a Naturalist for a warm-up walk and a few laps around Heritage Park. All ages and abilities are welcome in their fitness journey, whether you consider yourself a seed, a sapling, or cider! Choose a pace that is comfortable for you. Dress for the weather and come out rain or shine! Meet at the Veterans Shelter to sign in. Register by August 26.

IMAGINATURE PLAYGROUP
2024-08-27 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Hermon Woodlands Metro Park, 485 N. Wapak Road, Lima, OH, 45807
Come play with us at the Herman Woodlands Imaginature Playscape! Join a naturalist at the West Shelter for a mini program, then spend the rest of the time playing and exploring in the Playscape and creek. Feel free to pack a picnic lunch and extra shoes and/or clothes for the ride home! Register by June 24.

IMAGINATURE PLAYGROUP
2024-08-27 13:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Hermon Woodlands Metro Park, 485 N. Wapak Road, Lima, OH, 45807
Come play with us at the Herman Woodlands Imaginature Playscape! Join a naturalist at the West Shelter for a mini program, then spend the rest of the time playing and exploring in the Playscape and creek. Feel free to pack a picnic lunch and extra shoes and/or clothes for the ride home! Register by August 26.

SUMMER’S END STROLL
2024-08-28 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Fort Amanda Memorial Park, 22800 St. Rt. 198, Logan Township, Ohio, 45806
Summer’s end is around the bend just flying” – John Prine. Enjoy the tail end of our summer season with a stroll through beautiful Fort Amanda Park. We’ll admire the oaks, visit the Auglaize River, stop to see the Monument, and take the wooded trail. Dress for the weather and ground conditions, be prepared for a ~ 1mi challenging hike. Register by Aug. 27.

FEEDING DAY
2024-08-29 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | McElroy Environmental Education Center, 2355 Ada Rd, Lima, OH, 45801
The Park District maintains several education animals in the McElroy Environmental Education Center, using them throughout the year for nature presentations and programs. Join the Critter Care volunteers to help (or watch) them clean and feed all our animals at 4 pm on the last Thursday of the month!

SHIFFERLY ROAD BAND
2024-08-31 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Robert K. Antibus Trail
Cover Band for 70-2000’s music

Tri-Moraine: Birding Across Ohio & Beyond
2024-09-03 18:30 - 20:00 UTC | OH
Jeremy Dominguez, the Birding Outreach Coordinator and Ornithologist for the Toledo Zoo and Aquarium will bring a flying start to the Tri-Moraine Audubon Society season. His program will delve into how the Toledo Zoo and Aquarium participates in worldwide bird conservation. Register by Sept. 3.
Location of Program: Visitor Center at OSU Lima; 4240 Campus Drive; Lima, OH 45804

Nature Pals: Fishing Fun
2024-09-05 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-09-05 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-09-06 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-09-06 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-09-07 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-09-07 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | McElroy Environmental Education Center, 2355 Ada Rd, Lima, OH, 45801
Children ages 3-5 along with their adult companion are invited to try their luck at fishing! After our indoor classroom time, we will hike to the pond at Teddy Bear Park. Dress to be outdoors. Register by Sept. 3.

Walking Thru Autumn
2024-09-07 09:00 - 11:00 UTC | Heritage Park – West End, 2092 Reed Rd, Lima, Ohio, 45806
There is nothing quite like a brisk walk and a breath of fresh air on a crisp autumn morning! Please join us for our 18th 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 Park District trails. Upon completing 6 out of the 8 offered hikes, participants will receive a 2024 Metro Parks hiking stick medallion. Hand-made wood hiking sticks are available for $10. All hikes start at 9:00 a.m., last approximately 1.5 hours and will be on easy to moderate terrain.
Register online at www.jampd.com. September 7th marks the first hike; however, participants may register as late as September 20th for the final 6 hikes. Registrations and walk-ins after this date are encouraged but will not be eligible for the hiking stick medallion.
Come enjoy the beauty of fall in your Parks!

FJ BOEROG
2024-09-07 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Robert K. Antibus Trail
Cover Band for 60-80’s music.

Jogging With Johnny
2024-09-09 17:00 - 18:00 UTC | Ottawa Metro Park, 2632 Ada Road, Lima, OH, 45801, United States
Experience autumn in the parks and “fall” into fitness with a Johnny Appleseed accountabili-buddy! Join Naturalist Lindsey for a warm-up walk and a few laps around Ottawa Metro Park. All ages and abilities are welcome in their fitness journey, whether you consider yourself a seed, a sapling, or cider! Choose a pace that is comfortable for you. Dress for the weather and come out rain or shine! Meet at the Wyandot Shelter to sign in. Register by Sept. 8.

Monthly Mothing
2024-09-09 20:00 - 22:00 UTC | McElroy Environmental Education Center, 2355 Ada Rd, Lima, OH, 45801
Every second Monday from May to September naturalist Marie will set up the equipment to sample what moths are on the wing in the Teddy Bear Park Forest behind the MEEC. Each month should bring a suite of new moths as different species emerge at different times of the year. Event starts at sunset each month. Register by Sept 6.

Walking Thru Autumn
2024-09-14 09:00 - 11:00 UTC | Haver Ridge Metro Park, 8335 Bellefontaine Rd, Harrod, Ohio, 45850
There is nothing quite like a brisk walk and a breath of fresh air on a crisp autumn morning! Please join us for our 18th 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 Park District trails. Upon completing 6 out of the 8 offered hikes, participants will receive a 2024 Metro Parks hiking stick medallion. Hand-made wood hiking sticks are available for $10. All hikes start at 9:00 a.m., last approximately 1.5 hours and will be on easy to moderate terrain.
Register online at www.jampd.com. September 7th marks the first hike; however, participants may register as late as September 20th for the final 6 hikes. Registrations and walk-ins after this date are encouraged but will not be eligible for the hiking stick medallion.
Come enjoy the beauty of fall in your Parks!

Haver Ridge Metro Park does not have restroom facilities

Tree - Torial
2024-09-14 13:00 - 15:00 UTC | McElroy Environmental Education Center, 2355 Ada Rd, Lima, OH, 45801
Get “bark to basics” while learning more about the unique plants we call trees. In this program for elementary-aged children and their families you’ll explore a variety of interactive STEAM stations and “grow” your knowledge of trees! Children ages 7–10 can be registered as participants and accompanied by their parent or guardian. Register by Sept. 13.

International Observe the Moon Night
2024-09-14 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | Kendrick Woods, 971 N Defiance Trl, Spencerville, 45887, United States
Join observers around the world to observe our moon! Members of the Lima Astronomical Society will present a program on the Moon, a naturalist from the Park will have family-friendly activities, astronomy handouts will be available, and telescopes will be set up for observing the Moon and other astronomical objects. This event is weather and cloud cover dependent. Check the Lima Astronomical Society Facebook page for updates. Register by Sept. 13.

Health Thru Nature
2024-09-15 13:00 - 15:00 UTC | McLean Teddy Bear Park, 2004 N. Dixie Hwy., Lima, OH, 45801, United States
Come and connect with nature as we collaborate with an accredited certified natural mindfulness guide.” Aside from serene peace, this program can also offer stress and anxiety reduction, blood pressure reduction and a boost in concentration and memory. Register by Sept. 12.

Pedal the Parks!
2024-09-18 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | Ottawa Metro Park, 2632 Ada Road, Lima, OH, 45801, United States

Walking Thru Autumn
2024-09-21 09:00 - 11:00 UTC | Deep Cut Historical Park, 22900 SR 66, Spencerville, Ohio, 45887

Kayak Adventures
2024-09-22 14:00 - 17:30 UTC | Kendrick Woods – Cottonwood Trail Access, 10659 Zion Church Road, Spencerville, Ohio, 45887
Put your pedals through their spin cycle and join park staff to explore the trails on two wheels! Enjoy an interpretive bike tour and “wheel”-derness ride as we travel along the Rotary Riverwalk and Ottawa River Bikeway through Lauer Historical Farm to Schoonover Park and back again. Total distance traveled will be around 7 miles. Dress for the weather and bring a water bottle. Helmets are required. Meet at the Wyandot Shelter. Register by Sept. 17.
