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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.
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.
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. …
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. …
Join a naturalist for an early summer walk in one of the largest contiguous woodlands in Allen County! Plan on a 1-1.5-hour hike. Pack some bug spray and be prepared for the weather and ground conditions. Register by June 17.
Entomologist, educator and entertainer, Mark Berman will present a fun, dynamic and interactive program on…BUGS! His mantra is, “Re-spect the In-sect!” Live animals will be present.
Join us for this month’s “Go Outside and Play!” program as we spend our afternoon fishing and trying to skim stones. (A perfect activity for Father’s Day!) Dress for the weather conditions. For more information, see the article on page 10. Register by June 17.
Although modern technologies are making our life easier, more and more people are experiencing a sense of unease and anxiety. New scientific research is concluding that our disconnect from nature may be the cause. Scientists are finding that a connection to the natural world is crucial for our health and well-being. Join a naturalist on the fourth Wednesday …
Join us in celebrating the Park District's 50th Anniversary. The day will begin with a free youth fishing derby. There are 3 age groups for the event and prizes for each group. The grand prize is a life-long fishing license. Age groups: Ages 3-6, Ages 7-11, Ages 12-15. Park at the Amphitheater parking lot and …
50th Anniversary Celebration flyer (pdf) Help us celebrate 50 years with a day of events, activities and entertainment! 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM ****YOUTH FISHING DERBY Ottawa Metro Park Swim Lake (enter from south gate) 3 Age Groups * Ages 3-6 * Ages 7-11 * Ages 12-15 …
