Events

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 watch […]

Although modern technologies are making our life easier, more and more people are experiencing a sense of unease and anxiety.  New scientific research concludes our disconnect from nature may be […]

Every last Friday from May to September, a naturalist will set up equipment to go ‘sky fishing’- a way that scientists sample the insects flying through our night sky. From […]

Cover band for 70-2000's music.

Learn how to kayak or refresh your skills on this guided kayak tour of Lima Lake. With the support of the ODNR Boating Safety Education Grant, we’ll learn safe boating […]

Rock, pop & country from the 1980-2000's.

Turn up the heat on your fitness routine and walk for wellness! Join a  Naturalist as we walk a few laps or set your pace to achieve your fitness goals.  […]

(2 day camp - morning session) Dates: July 15 & 16 Youth, ages 10 - 14 years old, are invited to learn to kayak! With the support of the ODNR […]

(2 day camp - afternoon session) Dates: July 15 & 16 Youth, ages 10 - 14 years old, are invited to learn to kayak! With the support of the ODNR […]

(2 day camp - morning session) Dates: July 15 & 16 Youth, ages 10 - 14 years old, are invited to learn to kayak! With the support of the ODNR […]

Do you love spiders or are you trying to? Join us while we discover how amazing spiders can be! Spiders are often seen as creepy crawlers but in reality, they […]

(2 day camp - afternoon session) Dates: July 15 & 16 Youth, ages 10 - 14 years old, are invited to learn to kayak! With the support of the ODNR […]