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Nature Pals: At The Beach

Ottawa Metro Park Beach 2632 Ada Road, Lima, United States

Kids, ages 3-5 and their adult companion and siblings are invited to the Beach.  Enjoy the water, along with games and a scavenger hunt.  Dress for swimming. $3 per child, adults are free.  Register by Aug. 2.  

Evening Hike

Motter Metro Park 10740 Columbus Grove-Bluffton Road, Bluffton, OH, United States

There is nothing quite like the prairie in full swing! We’ll join the Bluffton Public Library and enjoy an evening hike along a rainbow of blooms and a bustle of activity as the critters enjoy the flowers and grasses. Plan on a 1-1.5-hour hike, be prepared for the weather and ground conditions.

Just For Kids: Stream Stroll

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

Kids, ages 5-12, are invited to explore life in a creek.  We will be searching the creek for clues of who lives there by using dip nets and hand lenses.  Be prepared to get wet and muddy.  Wear old clothing and water shoes, rubber boots or old gym shoes.  Register by Aug. 3.  

Summer Stroll

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

Join us for a summer stroll along the Miami-Erie Canal towpath! We’ll meet at the newly built Roebuck Shelter, take a walk through the prairie area, and hit the towpath from there. Plan on a 1-1.5-hour hike, dress for the weather and ground conditions. Register by Aug 5.  

Napkin Basket Workshop

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

Join us this summer for a quick basket project.  Learn how to make a napkin basket with Chris Baker.  $30 fee. Registration required, class size is limited.  

Just for Kids: Stream Stroll

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

Kids, ages 5-12, are invited to explore life in a creek.  We will be searching the creek for clues of who lives there by using dip nets and hand lenses.  Be prepared to get wet and muddy.  Wear old clothing and water shoes, rubber boots or old gym shoes.  Register by Aug. 3.  

Little Hog Creek Dulcimers

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

Always a hit, the ladies with the dulcimers are back and ready to play. A favorite act since the inception of the Amphitheater Summer Series, will these performers finally fill the “Hole in the Bucket” or find Five MORE pounds of ‘possum?  Join us for their sweet sounds under the summer sky.  

Beginning Archery Program

Evans Archery Range 1376 N St Marys Road, Spencerville, OH

Participants age 9 through adult will meet with certified archery staff to assist beginning archers on the fundamentals of archery.  Mathews Genesis bows and all other supplies will be provided by the Park District.  Archery supplies are cosponsored by the ODNR Division of Wildlife in cooperation with the US Fish and Wildlife Service and the …

Beginning Archery Program

Evans Archery Range 1376 N St Marys Road, Spencerville, OH

Participants age 9 through adult will meet with certified archery staff to assist beginning archers on the fundamentals of archery.  Mathews Genesis bows and all other supplies will be provided by the Park District.  Archery supplies are cosponsored by the ODNR Division of Wildlife in cooperation with the US Fish and Wildlife Service and the …

Perseid Meteor Shower

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

Wednesday night members of the Lima Astronomical Society will be present with telescopes to help the public watch the annual meteor shower and other nights objects. Bring bug spray, lawn chairs, ground blanket, and a light jacket for comfort. This event is dependent on weather and cloud cover and often continues into the morning hours!  …

Johnny Appleseed Metro Park District