Shelter Reservations 419-221-1232 or Register Online

Go Outside and Play

Kids these days are not enjoying many of the activities that once defined childhood. Families are invited to join us as we complete many of the activities on the UK National Trust’s list of “50 Things To Do Before You are 11 ¾”. Dress to be outside and possibly get muddy! Register by Sept. 28 …

Lima Area Woodcarvers

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

This month, the Lima Area Woodcarvers will be practicing their painting skills! Marilyn Reed, from Marilyn’s Artistry in Ada, will provide step-by-step instructions on how to paint a beautiful nature scene on canvas. All of the necessary supplies will be provided. A $25 program fee will be charged. Space is limited and registration is required. …

Whoooo’s Spooky?

OSU Lima Campus - Visitor/Student Center 3900 Campus Drive, Lima, OH, United States

Come and see a mystery assortment of live animals as Nature’s Nursery brings some of their animal ambassadors! Nature’s Nursery is a Northwest Ohio based wildlife rehabilitation center that strives to provide high quality conservation education to children and adults alike! This program is co-sponsored by the Tri-Moraine Audubon Society. OSU Lima Campus Visitor/Student Center …

Bird Monitoring – Diversity & Population Census Hikes

Kendrick Woods Metro Park 971 N. Defiance Trail, Spencerville, OH, United States

A multitude of birds fly through this area during the spring & fall and many more are resident for some portion of the year. Join a Park Naturalist on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month and lend a watchful eye to help create a list of all the different types of birds that …

Walking Thru Autumn

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

Please join us for the 11th consecutive year of the popular Walking Thru Autumn series. Each week, 50-70 participants meet for camaraderie and to explore some of the 27 miles of Metro Park trails. Upon completing 6 out of the 8 offered hikes, participants will receive a 2017 Metro Parks hiking stick medallion. Hand-made wood …

Build Fairy Houses

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

Construction workers of all ages and trades are welcome to Hermon Woodlands to help Johnny Appleseed Park District construct a fairy village! You will be “hired” to plan, design and build a fairy house in our construction zone. Natural building materials and homey decorations will be available for “purchase” at our “Fairy Home Depot,” Choose …

Nature Pals: Goin’ Batty

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

Children 3-5 years old and their adult companion are invited to join us as we investigate the lives of bats through stories, songs and crafts. Come dressed appropriately for a hike in the woods. Register by Oct. 10 at 419-221-1232.  

Nature Pals: Goin’ Batty

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

Children 3-5 years old and their adult companion are invited to join us as we investigate the lives of bats through stories, songs and crafts. Come dressed appropriately for a hike in the woods. Register by Oct. 10 at 419-221-1232.  

Walking Thru Autumn

Kendrick Woods Metro Park 971 N. Defiance Trail, Spencerville, OH, United States

Please join us for the 11th consecutive year of the popular Walking Thru Autumn series. Each week, 50-70 participants meet for camaraderie and to explore some of the 27 miles of Metro Park trails. Upon completing 6 out of the 8 offered hikes, participants will receive a 2017 Metro Parks hiking stick medallion. Hand-made wood …

Basket Workshop

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

Join Chris Baker and Anne Bowman as they show you how to weave a small waste basket. This will be great inside your car. Class fee is $40 and space is limited. This is a great beginner class. Please register by Oct. 10 at 419-221-1232.  

Johnny Appleseed Metro Park District