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Nature Pals: A Camping We Will Go!

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

Preschoolers (ages 3-5), get ready for some camping! We will pack everything we need for a hike to our campsite where we will enjoy songs and snacks around our campfire. An adult companion is required to attend the program. Register online by May 3.  

Spring Stroll – Fort Amanda Park

Fort Amanda Park 22800 St. Rt. 198, Wapakoneta, OH, United States

Tackle the topography of Ft Amanda’s short woodland trail and you’ll be rewarded with beautiful spring wildflowers and vistas of the Auglaize River. We’ll also visit the memorial which features some fascinating history, beyond the 50 years of Park District history. Be prepared for the weather and ground conditions. Fort Amanda offers an approximately a …

Spring Wildflower Walk

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

Join us at Kendrick Woods as we enjoy the beautiful wildflowers that bloom for such a brief time each spring. We will hike the All People’s Trail, an east 0.3 mile boardwalk trail. If your Mom can join us, this would be a unique way to celebrate Mother’s Day! Register online by May 6.  

Big Birding Day!

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

Join a naturalist as we partner with the Tri Moraine Audubon Society to visit some of the hottest birding locations in the world! This is peak migration for songbirds, and our birding trip will start with the boardwalk at Magee Marsh and potentially include the Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge driving tour, Howard Marsh, and more! …

Spring Stroll – Allen County Farm Park

Allen County Farm Park 1582 Slabtown Road, Lima, OH, United States

Enjoy the beauty of spring with a walk through the Allen County Farm Park. We’ll head to the back woods to enjoy wildflowers and songbirds and highlight how this park fits into both the 50-year history of the park and our future! Be prepared for the weather and ground conditions. ACF offers an approximately 1.25-mile …

Go Outside And Play! (Pond Exploration)

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

Families, celebrate the park district’s 50th Anniversary this year by trying to complete all 50 activities listed on the UK National Trust’s list of “50 Things To Do Before You Are 11 ¾”. Dress to be outdoors. This month, we will be exploring a pond. Parents might want to bring towels or extra clothes for …

Beginning Archery Program

Kendrick Woods - Evans Archery Range 1376 N. Saint Marys Road, Spencerville, OH

Participants age 9 through adult can go to the Evans Archery Range for a session from 6 p.m.—7 p.m. or from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m..  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 …

Summer Stroll

Hermon Woodlands 485 N. Wapak Road, Lima, OH, United States

Enjoy a pleasant Saturday walk though beautiful Hermon Woodlands. We’ll catch some late spring flowers, appreciate some summer blooms, and watch the birds busy with their families. Plan on a 1-1.5-hour hike, be prepared for the weather and ground conditions. Register by June 3.  

Vernon McIntyres Appalachian Grass

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

Kicking off the Summer Series and back by popular demand is the McIntyres, Vernon & Kitty and friends.  Vernon brings his strong rhythm guitar and Kitty her lively fiddle as they play traditional and modern bluegrass music in their high energy style.  There's sure to be quite a bit of toe-tappin' and hand-clappin' tonight.

Imaginature Playgroup

Hermon Woodlands 485 N. Wapak Road, Lima, OH, United States

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 and creek. Feel free to pack a picnic lunch and extra shoes and/or clothes for the ride home! Register by June 14. …

Johnny Appleseed Metro Park District