Bird Monitoring - Diversity & Population Census Hikes
2023-06-08 08:00 - 10:00, 2023-06-22 08:00 - 10:00, 2023-07-06 08:00 - 10:00, 2023-07-20 08:00 - 10:00, 2023-08-03 08:00 - 10:00, 2023-08-17 08:00 - 10:00, 2023-08-31 08:00 - 10:00, 2023-09-14 08:00 - 10:00 UTC and 9 more dates | Ottawa Metro Park
A multitude of birds fly through this area during the spring & fall and many more are resident for some portion of the year. Join a Park Naturalist on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month and lend a watchful eye to help create a list of all the different types of birds that migrate through and stay in Allen County. All skill levels are welcome; it’s a great way to learn about birds or become a better birder. Participants will count all observable birds. Hiking distances and times will vary. Please be prepared for weather, ground conditions, and at least 1½ – 2½ hours on the trails. Children under the age of 16 should be accompanied by an adult.

METROPARK DISCOVERERS: RHODESOLOGY: OUTDOOR EXPLORERS
2023-06-13 12:00 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | OH
Day 2 of 5
You can be an Outdoor Explorer! We’re teaming up with Rhodes State College to offer this exciting day camp. Together we will enjoy bugs, mud, critters and plants with this hands-on, minds-on experience. We’ll make art, play music, do math, build critter shelters, learn to be safe and respectful, and, most importantly, get outside in nature! Registration and fee required through Rhodes at www.rhodesstate.edu/rhodesology

SPITTIN IMAGE
2023-06-24 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Robert K. Antibus Trail
Identical twin brothers, Blain and Brian of Spittin’ Image intertwines brotherly harmonies with excellent musicianship, and mix it all with comedy, audience participation, and a high-energy show.

IMAGINATURE PLAYGROUP
2023-06-28 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | RKAShelter
Come play with us at the Hermon 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. Wear clothes and shoes that are appropriate for playing in the creek. Registration is required by June 26.

IMAGINATURE PLAYGROUP
2023-07-26 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | RKAShelter
Come play with us at the Hermon 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. Wear clothes and shoes that are appropriate for playing in the creek. Registration is required by July 24.

FEEDING DAY
2023-09-28 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Ottawa Metro Park
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) us clean and feed all our animals. Register by Sept 27.

FEEDING DAY
2023-10-26 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Ottawa Metro Park
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) us clean and feed all our animals. Register by Oct. 25.

PHOTOGRAPH'S DUE!
2023-10-29 23:59 (America/New_York) | OH
Turn in your photos for our 47th annual Nature Photography Contest! Follow us on Facebook and Flickr to view the results. See www.jampd.com for official rules and more details.

NATURE PALS: NUTS ABOUT SQUIRRELS
2023-11-02 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Ottawa Metro Park
Children ages 3-5 and their adult companion are invited to learn about squirrels, who are quite busy this time of year preparing for winter! Stories, songs and crafts will all be part of the fun. Come dressed for a hike in the woods. Registration is required by Oct. 31.

Chunky Blanket Workshop
2023-11-05 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | hello-elementor-child
Learn how to make a chunky blanket with Adelyn Lafferty. You will need to bring 8 skeins of Hobby Lobby Yarn Bee Eternal Bliss yarn. Class size is limited. Class fee is $15 per person. Register by Nov. 2.

TRI-MORAINE: GARDENING FOR MOTHS
2023-11-07 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Motter Metro Park
Join the Tri-Moraine in welcoming long-time favorite speaker, Jim McCormac! Jim has a tremendous bird and wildlife background which includes a long career with ODNR in field botany and wildlife diversity projects, especially birds. He is an award-winning and accomplished author and co-author, writes a column, Nature, for the Columbus Dispatch, authors an excellent blog (Ohio Birds and Biodiversity), and is a recognized and award winning communicator. His latest book focuses on Gardening for Moths and will be available for only $35. Come and hear from Jim, buy a book, and have it signed by the author!

NATURE PALS: WINTER IS "SNOW" MUCH FUN!
2024-01-04 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-01-04 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Ottawa Metro Park
There’s nothing more fun than playing out in the snow during the winter! Children ages 3-5 and their adult companion will enjoy activities focusing on snow and snowflakes. Dress appropriately for a hike in the woods that will, hopefully, include a walk through the snow. Register by Jan 2.

WINTER PARTY
2024-01-17 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Ottawa Metro Park
Take some time to unwind this season by enjoying critters and crafts at the McElroy Environmental Education Center. Be prepared for fun with winter-themed crafts, and animals to keep you company while you do them. This is a free event open to people of all ages, with stations and materials provided to participate at your own pace. Doors open at 6 p.m. and we finish up at 8 p.m. Register by Jan 15.
