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Unwind, recharge, or maybe get a head start on your resolutions as you begin the year on the right foot. Join a naturalist for a brisk hike in the tranquility of an Allen County’s woodland gem, Kendrick Woods. Hot chocolate and tea will be provided. Register by Jan. 3 at 419-221-1232.
HIKE 5 OF 8 There’s nothing quite like a walk on a sunny, crisp autumn morning! Please join us for the 13th consecutive year of the popular Walking Thru Autumn series. Each week, 50-70 participants meet to explore some of the 29 miles of Metro Park trails. Upon completing 6 out of the 8 offered …
HIKE 2 OF 8 There’s nothing quite like a walk on a sunny, crisp autumn morning! Please join us for the 13th consecutive year of the popular Walking Thru Autumn series. Each week, 50-70 participants meet to explore some of the 29 miles of Metro Park trails. Upon completing 6 out of the 8 offered …
Dust off your hiking boots and grab your step counter, we're headed to Kendrick Woods. we'll tackle a bit more than 3 miles of trail (some of it brand new!) on the east side of Defiance Trail first. if you're up for it, we will then hike the 5 or so miles of trails in …
Get out to Kendrick Woods to nab the proverbial worm before you start your Sunday. We will try to watch some birds, but will enjoy the rest of the park as well. No experience necessary and a limited number of binoculars will be provided. Birder or not, this is a good opportunity enjoy the wonder …
How many birds can we see today? Join more than 20,000 birders across the world as we see how many birds can be recorded in a 24 hour period. While we will only spend an hour or two at the park, you are free to continue birding all day long! A limited number of binoculars …
Any day is a good day for a hike but let’s celebrate today with appreciation and awe of the world around us. No registration required
Finally! Spring officially begins at 5:58 p.m. today, so start the new season the right way – with a walk in nature! Join a naturalist for a sunset hike in Kendrick Wood’s, followed by a meander to the edge of the wetlands to look for salamanders and listen for frogs. Dress for the weather and …
Come walk off that cabin fever as we explore Kendrick Woods to discover some of the first signs of spring! One of our favorites is the earliest blooming wildflower, skunk cabbage. This “warm-blooded” plant may not smell great, but it offers some hope that winter may finally be loosening its grip! Dress for the weather. …
Let’s see what nighttime winter activity is going on in our park Come join a naturalist on a nighttime stroll in the moonlight. This is also one of three Supermoons we’ll enjoy this year! Compare your experience to our New Moon earlier in the month. Please dress for the weather.
