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    • Hermon Woodlands Metro Park
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  • Thu 17
    April 17, 2025 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

    Health Through Nature

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

    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 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 Certified Natural Mindfulness […]

  • Mon 21
    April 21, 2025 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

    Parkside Pacers

    Heritage Park – West End 2092 Reed Rd, Lima, Ohio

    Join us on the opposite side of the county to jumpstart your joints and spring into fitness with a Johnny Appleseed accountabili-buddy! Join Naturalist Lindsey for a warm-up walk and a few easy laps. All ages and abilities are welcome, whether you consider yourself a seed, a sapling, or cider! Choose a pace that is […]

  • Thu 24
    April 24, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

    Feeding Day

    McElroy Environmental Education Center 2355 Ada Rd, Lima, OH

    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) them clean and feed all our animals at 4 pm on the last Thursday of the month! Register by April 24.

  • Sat 26
    April 26, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Earth Day Adventure

    Kendrick Woods 971 N Defiance Trl, Spencerville, United States

    Join the naturalists for an Earth Day Adventure in some of our favorite parks! Walk through the wildflowers and soak up the sunshine as we experience springtime on the trails. Choose to explore Kendrick Woods, Heritage Park, Haver Ridge, or McLean Teddy Bear Park. Register by April 25.  

  • Sat 26
    April 26, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Earth Day Adventure

    Heritage Park – West End 2092 Reed Rd, Lima, Ohio

    Join the naturalists for an Earth Day Adventure in some of our favorite parks! Walk through the wildflowers and soak up the sunshine as we experience springtime on the trails. Choose to explore Kendrick Woods, Heritage Park, Haver Ridge, or McLean Teddy Bear Park. Register by April 25.  

  • Sat 26
    April 26, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Earth Day Adventure

    Haver Ridge Metro Park 8335 Bellefontaine Rd, Harrod, Ohio

    Join the naturalists for an Earth Day Adventure in some of our favorite parks! Walk through the wildflowers and soak up the sunshine as we experience springtime on the trails. Choose to explore Kendrick Woods, Heritage Park, Haver Ridge, or McLean Teddy Bear Park. Register by April 25.  

  • Sat 26
    April 26, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Earth Day Adventure

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

    Join the naturalists for an Earth Day Adventure in some of our favorite parks! Walk through the wildflowers and soak up the sunshine as we experience springtime on the trails. Choose to explore Kendrick Woods, Heritage Park, Haver Ridge, or McLean Teddy Bear Park. Register by April 25.  

  • Wed 30
    April 30, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

    Beginning Archery

    Allen County Farm Park 1582 Slabtown Road, Lima, Ohio

    Enjoy the great outdoors while learning a new skill! Participants ages 9 to adult are invited to join us on the range to explore this unique recreational sport and appreciate the role of archery in wildlife management. Certified archery instructors will lead participants in proper shooting technique and highlight important safety considerations. All materials will […]

  • Wed 30
    April 30, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Beginning Archery

    Allen County Farm Park 1582 Slabtown Road, Lima, Ohio

    Enjoy the great outdoors while learning a new skill! Participants ages 9 to adult are invited to join us on the range to explore this unique recreational sport and appreciate the role of archery in wildlife management. Certified archery instructors will lead participants in proper shooting technique and highlight important safety considerations. All materials will […]

  • May 2025

  • Thu 1
    May 1, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

    Nature Pals: Wild About Wildflowers!

    McElroy Environmental Education Center 2355 Ada Rd, Lima, OH

    Children ages 3-5 along with their adult companion are invited to learn more about the fresh green plants popping up all around us this season! Registration required by May 1.  

  • Thu 1
    May 1, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

    Nature Pals: Wild About Wildflowers

    McElroy Environmental Education Center 2355 Ada Rd, Lima, OH

    Children ages 3-5 along with their adult companion are invited to learn more about the fresh green plants popping up all around us this season! Registration required by May 1.  

  • Fri 2
    May 2, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

    Nature Pals: Wild About Wildflowers

    McElroy Environmental Education Center 2355 Ada Rd, Lima, OH

    Children ages 3-5 along with their adult companion are invited to learn more about the fresh green plants popping up all around us this season! Registration required by May 1.  

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