Get “bark to basics” while learning more about the unique plants we call trees. In this program for adults and families you’ll “branch out” to explore a variety of topics and “grow” your knowledge of trees! Why do leaves change color in the fall? How old is the tree in your backyard? Where did that […]
There is nothing quite like a brisk walk and a breath of fresh air on a crisp autumn morning! Please join us for our 19th 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 […]
Although modern technologies are making our life easier, more and more people are experiencing a sense and unease and anxiety. New scientific research concludes our disconnect from nature may be the cause. Scientists are finding that a connection to the natural world is crucial for our health and well-being. Join a Certified Natural Mindfulness Guide […]
Get a head start on your Christmas list by crafting a handmade wooden ornament! With help from the Lima Area Woodcarvers, this is a project that can be enjoyed by all skill levels, beginners included. Registration is limited to 10 participants, ages 13 and up; participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Register […]
Gobble, gobble, gobble! It’s that time of year! Children ages 3-5 and their adult companion are invited to learn about the wild turkeys that live in Ohio. Stories, songs, and crafts will all be a part of the fun. Dress appropriately for a hike in the woods. Register by Nov 5.
Gobble, gobble, gobble! It’s that time of year! Children ages 3-5 and their adult companion are invited to learn about the wild turkeys that live in Ohio. Stories, songs, and crafts will all be a part of the fun. Dress appropriately for a hike in the woods. Register by Nov 5.
Gobble, gobble, gobble! It’s that time of year! Children ages 3-5 and their adult companion are invited to learn about the wild turkeys that live in Ohio. Stories, songs, and crafts will all be a part of the fun. Dress appropriately for a hike in the woods. Register by Nov 5.
Gobble, gobble, gobble! It’s that time of year! Children ages 3-5 and their adult companion are invited to learn about the wild turkeys that live in Ohio. Stories, songs, and crafts will all be a part of the fun. Dress appropriately for a hike in the woods. Register by Nov 5.
Use natural materials to help a naturalist make prairie-themed ornaments for the JAMPD tree featured at the Delphos Canal Commission’s Christmas Tree Festival. Our theme: Merry Prairie Christmas! Register by Nov. 10.
Spend a “crafter-noon” at the McElroy Environmental Education Center making wreaths from natural materials! Learn how to wrap a grapevine wreath and spend some time decorating it with objects found in nature. All ages and skill levels are welcome! Some pre-wrapped wreaths will be available for younger participants. Feel free to bring along any bobs […]
Enjoy the quiet winter mornings while we get in our steps! Sometimes it is hard to find a reason to go outside in the winter months, but together we can get rid of that cabin fever! Join a Naturalist as we walk the trails of Heritage Park. Together we can achieve our fitness goals while […]
Visit the Park District Tree at the 53rd annual Christmas Tree Festival held at the Allen County Museum, a free holiday tradition in Lima! Enjoy the holiday-themed entertainment and Christmas trees decorated by area organizations while in the museum, visit the MacDonnell House and the 1800s log home right next door, and don’t forget to […]
