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METROPARK DISCOVERERS: NATURE QUEST

Day 2 of 3  Youth, ages 7-9 years old, are welcome to join in the fun as explore the wonders of nature!  Please bring a sack lunch and water bottle. Dress to be outdoors. Registration along with a non-refundable $15 fee is required by July 14.  

METROPARK DISCOVERERS: NATURE QUEST

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

Day 3 of 3 Youth, ages 7-9 years old, are welcome to join in the fun as explore the wonders of nature!  Please bring a sack lunch and water bottle. Dress to be outdoors. Registration along with a non-refundable $15 fee is required by July 14.  

VERNON MCINTYRES APPALACHIAN GRASS

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

What would the summer be without some good ol’ bluegrass? Join Vernon & Kitty and friends  for some down-home fiddlin’ & gee-tar pickin’. Don’t miss this crowd pleasin’ appearance.  fotmc.com  

FAIRY HOUSES

Hermon Woodlands 485 N. Wapak Road, Lima, OH, United States

Legend has it if you build a fairy house, the fairies will watch over you and keep you safe from harm.  The W.F.H. Construction Company needs your help to build their newest Woodland Fairy Housing Development located at Hermon Woodlands.  Each child and adult companion will receive official fairy money so they can buy the …

EVENING HIKE

Motter Metro Park 10740 Columbus Grove-Bluffton Road, Bluffton, OH, United States

There is nothing quite like the prairie in full swing! We’ll join the Bluffton Public Library and enjoy an evening hike along a rainbow of blooms and a bustle of activity as the critters enjoy the flowers and grasses. Plan on a 1-1.5-hour hike, be prepared for the weather and ground conditions. Register by July …

IMAGINATURE PLAYGROUP

Hermon Woodlands 485 N. Wapak Road, Lima, OH, United States

Come play with us at the Hermon Woodlands Imaginature Playscape! Join a naturalist at the West Shelter for a mini-program, then spend the rest of the time playing and exploring in the Playscape. Wear clothes and shoes that are appropriate for playing in the creek. Registration is required by July 24.  

FEEDING DAY

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

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!

MARK “THE BUGMAN” BERGMAN

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

Since 1996 Mark has been entertaining and educating his audiences on the lives of insects.  Join Mark and his mascot P.R. Mantis for a hilarious night.  

NATIONAL NIGHT OUT

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

Come join family and friends at Heritage Park for National Night Out.  There will be food, games for the kids, a 5K fun run and displays from your local Fire and Law Enforcement Departments.  Parking will be at Apollo Career Center.  

NATURE PALS: MORNING AT THE BEACH

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

Children, ages 3-5, and their adult companion and siblings are invited to celebrate summer with a trip to the Ottawa Metro Park Beach.  Enjoy the water, along with games and a scavenger hunt.  Dress for swimming and remember to bring sunscreen.  $3 per child, adults get in free.  Register by August 2.  

Johnny Appleseed Metro Park District