Children ages 3-5 along with their adult companion are invited to try their luck at fishing! After our indoor classroom time, we will hike to the pond at Teddy Bear Park. Dress to be outdoors. Register by Sept. 3.  

Children ages 3-5 along with their adult companion are invited to try their luck at fishing! After our indoor classroom time, we will hike to the pond at Teddy Bear Park. Dress to be outdoors. Register by Sept. 3.  

Cover Band for 60-80’s music.

Experience autumn in the parks and “fall” into fitness with a Johnny Appleseed accountabili-buddy! Join Naturalist Lindsey for a warm-up walk and a few laps around Ottawa Metro Park. All ages and abilities are welcome in their fitness journey, whether you consider yourself a seed, a sapling, or cider! Choose a pace that is comfortable […]

Every second Monday from May to September naturalist Marie will set up the equipment to sample what moths are on the wing in the Teddy Bear Park Forest behind the MEEC. Each month should bring a suite of new moths as different species emerge at different times of the year. Event starts at sunset each […]

There is nothing quite like a brisk walk and a breath of fresh air on a crisp autumn morning! Please join us for our 18th 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 […]

Get “bark to basics” while learning more about the unique plants we call trees. In this program for elementary-aged children and their families you’ll explore a variety of interactive STEAM stations and “grow” your knowledge of trees! Children ages 7–10 can be registered as participants and accompanied by their parent or guardian. Register by Sept. […]

Join observers around the world to observe our moon! Members of the Lima Astronomical Society will present a program on the Moon, a naturalist from the Park will have family-friendly activities, astronomy handouts will be available, and telescopes will be set up for observing the Moon and other astronomical objects.  This event is weather and […]

Come and connect with nature as we collaborate with an accredited certified natural mindfulness guide.” Aside from serene peace, this program can also offer stress and anxiety reduction, blood pressure reduction and a boost in concentration and memory. Register by Sept. 12.  

Come and connect with nature as we collaborate with an accredited certified natural mindfulness guide.” Aside from serene peace, this program can also offer stress and anxiety reduction, blood pressure reduction and a boost in concentration and memory. Register by Sept. 12.

There is nothing quite like a brisk walk and a breath of fresh air on a crisp autumn morning! Please join us for our 18th 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 […]

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 7 miles. […]

Experience autumn in the parks and “fall” into fitness with a Johnny Appleseed accountabili-buddy! Join Naturalist Lindsey for a warm-up walk and a few laps around Heritage Park. All ages and abilities are welcome in their fitness journey. Dress for the weather and come out rain or shine! Meet at the Veterans Shelter to sign […]

There is nothing quite like a brisk walk and a breath of fresh air on a crisp autumn morning! Please join us for our 18th 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 […]

Do you love nature? Do you own a camera? Then this class is for you! Join professional wildlife photographer  Jamie Cunningham of Sabrewing Nature Tours for tips and tricks to capturing great images, no matter what type of camera you are using! This class covers the basics from do's and don'ts, when is the best […]

There is nothing quite like a brisk walk and a breath of fresh air on a crisp autumn morning! Please join us for our 18th 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 […]

***************FREE ADMISSION*************** ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE 1 PM Chris Rowlands Talented, singer, songwriter, musician, artist, naturalist, puppeteer and all-around fun loving, Chris Rowlands will bring his “A” game and friends to entertain us with his songs about the natural world and his life experiences. You don’t want to miss this performance!   3:30 PM  Spittin Image Identical […]

***************FREE ADMISSION*************** ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE 1 PM   FJ Boerog Turning melodies into memories. Local, seasoned musicians, led by Jim Boedecker, will be playing the classics from the 70’s. Any “Boomer” will immediately remember the words to all their favorite songs, Join us for a rockin’ good time!   3:30 PM   Shifferly Road Female fronted cover band […]