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HEALTH THROUGH NATURE

Heritage Park 2092 Reed Road, 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 naturalist on the …

MARK’S ARK

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

Live Animals.

BIO BLITZ! DAY CAMP (AGES 14 TO 18)

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

2 DAY CAMP - MON., JULY 15 & TUES., JULY 16 A habitat that can support many plants and animals is a healthy and happy habitat! Together a naturalist will walk teens through how to use their smart phone as a tool to identify and measure the biodiversity of the natural world. Then, they will …

KAYAK ADVENTURES

Ottawa Metro Park - Lima Lake 2632 Ada Road, Lima, United States

Join a Naturalist as we enjoy mid-summer with an evening float on beautiful Lima Lake. This program is dependent on the weather conditions. Participants are limited to 10*, all equipment is provided and sponsored by ODNR’s Boating Safety Education Grant. *If you have personal equipment (kayak, jacket, paddle) and are interested in participating, reach out …

PEDAL THE PARKS!

Heritage Park 2092 Reed Road, Lima, OH, United States

Put your pedals through their spin cycle and join park staff to explore the trails on two wheels! Enjoy an interpretive bike tour and “wheel”-derness ride as we travel along the Rotary Riverwalk and Ottawa River Bikeway through Heritage Park to the Collett Street Recreation Area and back again. Total distance traveled will be around …

SOMEONE’S KIDS

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

Cover Band for 60-80’s music.

JOGGING WITH JOHNNY

Heritage Park 2092 Reed Road, Lima, OH, United States

Turn up the heat on your fitness routine and enjoy some fun in the sun with a Johnny Appleseed accountabili-buddy! Join a Naturalist for a warm-up walk and a few laps around Heritage Park. All ages and abilities are welcome in their fitness journey, whether you consider yourself a seed, a sapling, or cider! Choose …

ROCK ON! DAY CAMP (AGES 7 TO 9)

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

3 DAY CAMP - TUES., JULY 23, WED., JULY 24, & THURS., JULY 25 Can you dig it? We bet you can! During this 3-day camp children aged 7 – 9 will explore Ohio’s geology and the processes that have shaped the ground beneath our feet. Take a deep dive into minerals, rocks, fossils and …

BEGINNING ARCHERY PROGRAM

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

Participants age 9 through adult can sign up for one session from 6 pm to 7 pm or from 7 pm to 8 pm. 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 district. Participants …

Johnny Appleseed Metro Park District