All photographs from the 2017 Nature Photography contest will be on display. The public is encouraged to attend.  

Enjoy carving Christmas ornaments this month with Dave Betts and the Lima Area Woodcarvers. Beginners are welcome.  Contact Dave Betts at 419-221-0633 for more information and to register.    

Join renowned Ohio naturalist Jim McCormac as he takes us on a pictorial journey through the wilds of Ohio. Fantastic tales of plants and animals from right here in our backyard come to life through captivating storytelling and masterful photos. Fresh off a 31 year career with ODNR, Jim is a fantastic botanist and birder, …

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Autumn provides a forest rich in tree nuts. Children ages 3-5 and their adult companion are invited to learn about the importance of nuts and seeds. Stories, songs and crafts will all be part of the fun. Come dressed for a hike in the woods. Register by Nov. 7 at 419-221-1232.  

Autumn provides a forest rich in tree nuts. Children ages 3-5 and their adult companion are invited to learn about the importance of nuts and seeds. Stories, songs and crafts will all be part of the fun. Come dressed for a hike in the woods. Register by Nov. 7 at 419-221-1232.  

Join us this month to explore one of our society’s greatest fears: SPIDERS! Often a better understanding can lead to appreciation; these little guys are actually pretty cool! Let us prove it to you. See the article on page 2 for more information. Register by Nov. 9 at 419-221-1232.  

A multitude of birds fly through this area during the spring & fall and many more are resident for some portion of the year. Join a Park Naturalist on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month and lend a watchful eye to help create a list of all the different types of birds that …

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How would an Allen County farm family celebrate a successful harvest in the 1860’s? Come join us for a historic harvest dinner. A full meal will be served in traditional family style in our cozy, authentic log cabin. Experience how food was cooked and tasted in the 19th century. Learn about the history behind our …

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We all know what’s coming - a seemingly endless supply of delicious food as we begin the winter holiday season! To make matters worse for our waistlines, all the stress and cold weather makes that couch so much more inviting. Perhaps you can get your mind ready to withstand the scale-tipping, stress-causing storm that is …

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How would an Allen County farm family celebrate a successful harvest in the 1860’s? Come join us for a historic harvest dinner. A full meal will be served in traditional family style in our cozy, authentic log cabin. Experience how food was cooked and tasted in the 19th century. Learn about the history behind our …

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