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KAYAK ADVENTURES

Agerter Road River Access 10410 Agerter Road, Spencerville, United States

Join a Naturalist as we enjoy the beginning of summer on the beautiful Auglaize River. Birds, trees, fish—nothing is off limits as we explore the natural history of this hidden gem. This program is dependent on the weather and water level. Participants are limited to 10*, all equipment is provided and sponsored by ODNR’s Boating …

GORDON THE MAGICIAN

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

Magician. Family Entertainment

COLOR CRAZY DAY CAMP (AGES 5 & 6)

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

2 DAY CAMP - MON., JUNE 17 & TUES., JUNE 18 The natural world is full of animals in every color of the rainbow! From foxes to frogs, and from birds to butterflies, color is utilized for many different purposes throughout the animal kingdom. Come explore the colorful and wonderful world of animals with us! …

EVENING HIKE

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

There is nothing quite like summer in the prairie! 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 1-1½-hour hike, be prepared for the weather and ground conditions. Register by June 17.

COLOR CRAZY DAY CAMP (AGES 5 & 6)

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

2 DAY CAMP - THURS., JUNE 20 & FRI. JUNE 21 The natural world is full of animals in every color of the rainbow! From foxes to frogs, and from birds to butterflies, color is utilized for many different purposes throughout the animal kingdom. Come explore the colorful and wonderful world of animals with us! …

PEDAL THE PARKS!

Ottawa Metro Park 2632 Ada 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 Lauer Historical Farm to Schoonover Park and back again. Total distance traveled will be around 6 miles. …

EZ & COMPANY

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 …

BIRDING IN THE PARK: HAVER

Haver Ridge 8335 Bellefontaine Road, Harrod

Many birds will only nest in specific habitats, often becoming wonderful indicators of the health of the ecosystem where they are living. Come join a naturalist to canvas a portion of the park for breeding birds and see who calls the Park “home”! We’ll identify some by sight, but many by sound. Some binoculars and …

IMAGINATURE PLAYGROUP

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

Come play with us at the Herman 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 and creek. Feel free to pack a picnic lunch and extra shoes and/or clothes for the ride home! Register by June …

Johnny Appleseed Metro Park District