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  • September 2024

  • Sat 28
    September 28, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am

    Walking Thru Autumn

    Motter Metro Park 10740 Columbus Grove-Bluffton Road, Bluffton, Ohio

    There is nothing quite like a brisk walk and a breath of fresh air on a crisp autumn morning! Please join us for our 18th annual Walking Thru Autumn hiking series. Each week 60-90 participants gather for a guided hike, to take in the beauty of fall and explore some of the 30+ miles of […]

  • Mon 30
    September 30, 2024 @ 9:00 am - October 4, 2024 @ 4:00 pm

    Nature Pals: Rock Star! Pick-up Kit

    Park Office 1682 Slabtown Road, Lima, United States

    Get ready to rock-n-roll! Nature Pals’ traditional in-person format is postponed this month as we gear up for the Apple Festival. Nature Pals and their families are invited to come to Apple Fest for fall festivities, as well as register online to pick up a Nature Pals take-home kit. The Nature Pals: Rock Star! Pick-Up […]

  • October 2024

  • Tue 1
    October 1, 2024 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

    Tri-Moraine: Nature Photography 101

    OSU Lima - Visitor Center 4240 Campus Drive, Lima, OH 45804, United States

    Do you love nature? Do you own a camera? Then this class is for you! Join professional wildlife photographer  Jamie Cunningham of Sabrewing Nature Tours for tips and tricks to capturing great images, no matter what type of camera you are using! This class covers the basics from do's and don'ts, when is the best […]

  • Sat 5
    October 5, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am

    Walking Thru Autumn

    Allen County Farm Park 1582 Slabtown Road, Lima, Ohio

    There is nothing quite like a brisk walk and a breath of fresh air on a crisp autumn morning! Please join us for our 18th annual Walking Thru Autumn hiking series. Each week 60-90 participants gather for a guided hike, to take in the beauty of fall and explore some of the 30+ miles of […]

  • Sat 5
    October 5, 2024 @ 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm

    Apple Festival

    Lauer Historical Farm 800 Roush Rd., Lima, Ohio

    ***************FREE ADMISSION*************** ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE 1 PM Chris Rowlands Talented, singer, songwriter, musician, artist, naturalist, puppeteer and all-around fun loving, Chris Rowlands will bring his “A” game and friends to entertain us with his songs about the natural world and his life experiences. You don’t want to miss this performance!   3:30 PM  Spittin Image Identical […]

  • Sun 6
    October 6, 2024 @ 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm

    Apple Festival

    Lauer Historical Farm 800 Roush Rd., Lima, Ohio

    ***************FREE ADMISSION*************** ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE 1 PM   FJ Boerog Turning melodies into memories. Local, seasoned musicians, led by Jim Boedecker, will be playing the classics from the 70’s. Any “Boomer” will immediately remember the words to all their favorite songs, Join us for a rockin’ good time!   3:30 PM   Shifferly Road Female fronted cover band […]

  • Mon 7
    October 7, 2024 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

    Jogging With Johnny

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

    Experience autumn in the parks and “fall” into fitness with a Johnny Appleseed accountabili-buddy! Join Naturalist Lindsey for a warm-up walk and a few laps around Heritage Park. All ages and abilities are welcome in their fitness journey. Dress for the weather and come out rain or shine! Meet at the Veterans Shelter to sign […]

  • Mon 7
    October 7, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

    Intro To Woodcarving

    McElroy Environmental Education Center 2355 Ada Rd, Lima, OH

    This program is designed to give a basic overview of wood carving. Experienced members of the Lima Area Woodcarvers will cover topics such as carving styles, projects, tools, wood, sharpening and more. This program is for any skill level, beginners included. This program is limited to ages 13 and up (under 18 must be accompanied […]

  • Sat 12
    October 12, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am

    Walking Thru Autumn

    Kendrick Woods 971 N Defiance Trl, Spencerville, United States

    There is nothing quite like a brisk walk and a breath of fresh air on a crisp autumn morning! Please join us for our 18th annual Walking Thru Autumn hiking series. Each week 60-90 participants gather for a guided hike, to take in the beauty of fall and explore some of the 30+ miles of […]

  • Sat 19
    October 19, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am

    Walking Thru Autumn

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

    There is nothing quite like a brisk walk and a breath of fresh air on a crisp autumn morning! Please join us for our 18th annual Walking Thru Autumn hiking series. Each week 60-90 participants gather for a guided hike, to take in the beauty of fall and explore some of the 30+ miles of […]

  • Sat 19
    October 19, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

    Lauer Farms 1944

    Lauer Historical Farm 800 Roush Rd., Lima, Ohio

    Join us as we travel back in time to 1944 at the Lauer Historical Farm to experience World War II.   Interact with 150-200 living history re-enactors and watch as the Allied Forces battle the oppositional Axis Powers.  This is the largest WWII re-enactment in Northwest Ohio. Battles at 11 am & 4 pm BATTLES  • […]

  • Sat 19
    October 19, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

    Rock On!

    McElroy Environmental Education Center 2355 Ada Rd, Lima, OH

    Can you dig it? We bet you can! In this program for elementary-aged children and their families, you’ll discover the nature of rocks and minerals and explore how these cool compounds are formed. Examine various formations up-close and experience interactive geology stations! Children ages 7–10 can be registered as participants and accompanied by their parent […]

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