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Enjoy a visual journey through nature’s seasonal progressions at the Park District. We’ll be amazed at the vitality of spring, the diversity of summer, the beauty of fall, and the majesty of winter. Landscape, plants, animals, it’s all on display! Register by Jan. 11 online or by calling 419-221-1232.
Children ages 3-5 and their adult companion are welcome to join us to explore the wonderful world of snow. We will spend the beginning of our class indoors and then will, hopefully, head outside for a hike through the snow. Please dress appropriately for both indoor and outdoor activities. Register by January 10 online or …
Join us in celebrating a tremendous partnership with Dot’s Pet Center (see article) as we officially reveal new displays for our education animals! Experience the McElroy Environmental Education Center as you have never seen it before – animals, displays, activities, and more! Come anytime between 1 pm and 3 pm, no registration required.
Learn about the constellations in the night sky and the stories that are behind them. We’ll then create a constellation picture that can light up and take it home. No need to dress for the weather, we’ll be indoors for the entire program. Register by Dec 9 online or by calling 419-221-1232.
Children ages 3-5 and their adult companion are welcome to join us as we explore evergreen trees through crafts, hands-on activities, and a hike. Please dress appropriately to be outdoors. Register by Nov. 29 online or by calling 419-221-1232.
Children ages 3-5 and their adult companion are welcome to join us as we explore evergreen trees through crafts, hands-on activities, and a hike. Please dress appropriately to be outdoors. Register by Nov. 29 online or by calling 419-221-1232.
Do centipedes have 1000 legs, does moss grow on the north side of a tree, can groundhogs predict the weather? Dive into these nature myths and discover the truth. We’ll spend our time both indoors with a presentation and outdoors hiking for answers. Register by Nov. 18.
A lot has happened to nature in Allen County over the last few centuries. Join a naturalist for a overview of the history of our area from a natural perspective, with emphasis on the role that the Park District has played over the last 50 years. Register by Nov. 14.
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) them clean and feed all our animals. Register by Nov. 9.
Winter is a great time to do some bird watching – the birds come to you! Join us for an indoor presentation to learn about winter birds and how to attract them to your yard. Stick around and learn about a citizen science monitoring program, that you can participate in! Coffee and tea will be …
