Come join family and friends at Heritage Park for National Night Out.  There will be food, games for the kids, a 5K fun run and displays from your local Fire and Law Enforcement Departments.  Parking will be at Apollo Career Center.  

Kids, ages 3-5 and their adult companion and siblings are invited to the Beach.  Enjoy the water, along with games and a scavenger hunt.  Dress for swimming. $3 per child, adults are free.  Register by Aug. 2.  

There is nothing quite like the prairie in full swing! We’ll join the Bluffton Public Library and enjoy an evening hike along a rainbow of blooms and a bustle of activity as the critters enjoy the flowers and grasses. Plan on a 1-1.5-hour hike, be prepared for the weather and ground conditions.

Kids, ages 5-12, are invited to explore life in a creek.  We will be searching the creek for clues of who lives there by using dip nets and hand lenses.  Be prepared to get wet and muddy.  Wear old clothing and water shoes, rubber boots or old gym shoes.  Register by Aug. 3.  

Join us for a summer stroll along the Miami-Erie Canal towpath! We’ll meet at the newly built Roebuck Shelter, take a walk through the prairie area, and hit the towpath from there. Plan on a 1-1.5-hour hike, dress for the weather and ground conditions. Register by Aug 5.  

Join us this summer for a quick basket project.  Learn how to make a napkin basket with Chris Baker.  $30 fee. Registration required, class size is limited.  

Kids, ages 5-12, are invited to explore life in a creek.  We will be searching the creek for clues of who lives there by using dip nets and hand lenses.  Be prepared to get wet and muddy.  Wear old clothing and water shoes, rubber boots or old gym shoes.  Register by Aug. 3.  

Participants age 9 through adult will meet with certified archery staff to assist beginning archers on the fundamentals of archery.  Mathews Genesis bows and all other supplies will be provided by the Park District.  Archery supplies are cosponsored by the ODNR Division of Wildlife in cooperation with the US Fish and Wildlife Service and the …

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Participants age 9 through adult will meet with certified archery staff to assist beginning archers on the fundamentals of archery.  Mathews Genesis bows and all other supplies will be provided by the Park District.  Archery supplies are cosponsored by the ODNR Division of Wildlife in cooperation with the US Fish and Wildlife Service and the …

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Wednesday night members of the Lima Astronomical Society will be present with telescopes to help the public watch the annual meteor shower and other nights objects. Bring bug spray, lawn chairs, ground blanket, and a light jacket for comfort. This event is dependent on weather and cloud cover and often continues into the morning hours!  …

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Talented, singer, songwriter, musician, artist, naturalist, puppeteer and all-around crazy guy, 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! CD’s and his art will be available for purchase.  

Nature journaling is a great way to be present in nature, appreciate and record it. Consisting of sketches, paintings, notes, and descriptions, nature journaling offers an opportunity to try to capture a moment (animal, plant, sunset, landscape, etc.) and recall observations that otherwise would be forgotten. And the great thing is, it’s for you! And …

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Come play with us at the Hermon Woodlands. Join a naturalist at the West Shelter for a mini-program, then spend the rest of the time playing and exploring in the Playscape and creek. Feel free to pack a picnic lunch. Pack extra shoes and/or clothes for the ride home! Register by Aug 16.  

Come play with us at the Hermon Woodlands. Join a naturalist at the West Shelter for a mini-program, then spend the rest of the time playing and exploring in the Playscape and creek. Feel free to pack a picnic lunch. Pack extra shoes and/or clothes for the ride home! Register by Aug 16.  

One of the most recent additions to the Park District, Haver Ridge offers a unique look at the history of this region, well beyond the Park District’s 50 years! Plan on a 1-1.5-hour hike, be prepared for the weather and ground conditions. Register by Aug. 19.

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!

There is nothing quite like a brisk walk and a breath of fresh air on a crisp autumn morning! Please join us for our 16th 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 …

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Become an expert at plant and animal identification with Seek an app by iNaturalist. We will teach you how to use this new tool that instantly identifies the world around us. We’ll explore outdoors seeking new organisms and snapping pictures. Be prepared for the weather and ground conditions and bring a fully charged phone or …

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Although modern technologies are making our life easier, more and more people are experiencing a sense of unease and anxiety. New scientific research is concluding that 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 naturalist on the fourth Wednesday …

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Always a favorite, EZ & Co will finish up our great Summer Series with fantastic harmonies of jazz, gospel and classics from the 60’s and 70’s, these talented musicians and vocalists will delight us with their musical harmonies.  

Who’s ready for an Insect Safari? Join us this month as we “make friends with a bug”. Dress for the weather conditions. For more information, see the article on page 10. Register by Aug. 26.