Children ages 3-5 and their adult companion are invited to learn about squirrels, who are quite busy this time of year preparing for winter!  Stories, songs and crafts will all be part of the fun.  Come dressed for a hike in the woods. Registration is required by Oct. 31.

Nature journaling is a great way to be present in nature, appreciate and record it. Using works, pictures, and numbers, nature journaling offers an opportunity to try to capture a moment and recall observations that may otherwise be forgotten. And the great thing is, it’s for everyone! We’ll join the Lima Public Library to offer …

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With birds starting to visit you bird feeders and the holidays fast          approaching, join the Lima Area Woodcarvers to carve a small, stylized bird! This is a project that can be enjoyed by all skill levels, beginners included. This program is limited to 10 participants, ages 13 and up (under 18 must be accompanied by …

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See, hear, smell, touch, and taste the forest at nighttime. We’ll practice using all our senses to help guide us as we embrace the dark! You may bring a flashlight, but we will turn it off during portions of the hike. Be prepared for the weather and ground conditions. Register by Nov. 15.  

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) us clean and feed all our animals. Register by Nov. 9.