Children ages 3-5 along with an adult companion are invited to explore the world of winter animals and the tracks they often leave behind. Register by Dec. 31.  

Children ages 3-5 along with an adult companion are invited to explore the world of winter animals and the tracks they often leave behind. Register by Dec. 31.  

Did you go on any trips in the past year? Do you have photos to share? Maybe you’d like to see other nature lovers’ photos? Come share your photos of places you have been and critters you have seen! Join us for food, friendship, and sharing of your photos showing where you have been in […]

Winter is the perfect time to wander the trails and reflect on the serenity of the season. As woodland critters rest and recharge, we’ll slow down to experience nature at their pace. This interpretive sensory hike for adults and families will be 1 mile or less on easy to moderate terrain. Dress for the weather […]

It’s “snow” much fun to get fit with a Johnny Appleseed accountabili-buddy! Join Naturalist Lindsey for a warm-up walk and a few laps around Ottawa Metro Park. All ages and abilities are welcome in their fitness journey, whether you consider yourself a seed, a sapling, or cider! Choose a pace that is comfortable for you. […]

Take some time to unwind this season by enjoying critters and crafts. Be prepared for fun with winter-themed crafts, and animals to keep you company while you do them. This is a free event open to people of all ages, with stations and materials provided to participate at your own pace. Doors open at 6 […]

What do you think: Winter wonderland or winter wasteland? Find out what happens to our woodland critters when the going gets tough! Children ages 5 and up will learn what spurs the start of winter and the strategies that our local wildlife use to survive. Activities will be scaffolded per age, with a focus on […]

Winter is the perfect time to wander the trails and reflect on the serenity of the season. As woodland critters rest and recharge, we’ll slow down to experience nature at their pace. This interpretive sensory hike for adults and families will be 1 mile or less on easy to moderate terrain. Dress for the weather […]

It’s “snow” much fun to get fit with a Johnny Appleseed accountabili-buddy! Join Naturalist Lindsey for a warm-up walk and a few laps around Ottawa Metro Park. All ages and abilities are welcome in their fitness journey, whether you consider yourself a seed, a sapling, or cider! Choose a pace that is comfortable for you. […]

The Park District maintains several education animals, 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.  

Brendan Shirkey is the Research Coordinator for Winous Point Marsh Conservancy and oversees many research projects involving flora and fauna of the Conservancy. He has been involved in numerous bird surveys on Lake St. Clair and Lake Erie and assists with monitoring shore bird populations. Brendan will share with us what is going on with […]

This year let’s invite nature to be our Valentine! Children ages 3-5 along with their adult companion are invited to make nature valentines and go on a heart hunt! When it comes to nature there is so much to love. Register by Feb. 4.