Johnny Appleseed Metropolitan Park District

Walking Thru Autumn
2017-09-09 09:00 - 11:00 UTC | Rotary Riverwalk/Ottawa River Bikeway
Please join us for the 11th consecutive year of the popular Walking Thru Autumn series. Each week, 50-70 participants meet for camaraderie and to explore some of the 27 miles of Metro Park trails. Upon completing 6 out of the 8 offered hikes, participants will receive a 2017 Metro Parks hiking stick medallion. Hand-made wood hiking sticks will be available for purchase for $10. All participants are required to pre-register by calling 419-221-1232.
All hikes start at 9:00 a.m., will last approximately 1 ½ to 2 hours and will be on easy to moderate terrain. September 9th marks the first hike; however, participants may register as late as September 23 for the final 6 hikes. After this date, walk-ins are welcome but will not be eligible for the hiking stick medallion.
Come enjoy the amazing beauty of fall as you explore your Metro Parks.

Bird Monitoring - Diversity & Population Census Hikes
2017-09-07 08:00 - 10:00 | 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.

Full Moon
2017-09-06 20:00 - 22:00 | Ottawa Metro Park
Let’s talk about the moon!! It’s our closest celestial neighbor and has an impressive impact on our day to day life. Come to the McElroy Environmental Education Center at sunset (8:00 pm) for an introduction and some trivia before going out to view our gorgeous companion of the night sky. Be prepared for a hike. Register by Sept. 5 at 419-221-1232.

People & Rivers: The Influence of People on Aquatic Life in Dug Run
2017-09-05 19:30 - 21:30 | Motter Metro Park
Join Dr. Zuwerink, the biology professor at the University of Northwestern Ohio, as we explore the effects of people on stream life. Dr. Zuwerink (MS/PhD from The OSU) has spent the last 6 years studying Dug Run, a tributary of the Ottawa river that traverses the campus of UNOH with an urban setting on the East side and more suburban setting on the West side. We’ll discuss the populations of fish and macroinvertebrates, differences between each side of campus, and changes that have been observed. This program is co-sponsored by the Tri-Moraine Audubon Society.
