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KAYAK ADVENTURES
Fort Amanda Park 22800 St. Rt. 198, Wapakoneta, OH, United StatesBring your kayak and join a Naturalist as we spend a midsummer evening on the beautiful Auglaize River. Birds, trees, fish—nothing is off limits as we explore the natural history of this hidden gem. This program is dependent on the weather and water level and is designed for boaters with some experience and the proper …
TAI CHI IN THE PARK
McLean Teddy Bear Park 2004 N. Dixie Hwy., Lima, OH, United StatesLearn to “flow like water,” quiet your mind, and improve your balance as you practice simple Tai Chi movements. You will learn a “short form”, Sun style, which is ideal for those with arthritis and balance issues. We will meet every Thursday evening in June. Join us for just one or as many classes as …
BUTTERFLY TEA PARTY
Allen County Farm Park 1582 Slabtown Road, Lima, OH, United StatesTea party, butterflies and dressy party clothes. Games, crafts, and food. That’s how it goes! Children, ages 4-12, and their adult companions are invited to join us for a fun, formal tea party at the Log Cabin. Fancy party clothes are encouraged. A $10 fee for each child and adult must be paid before the …
MIKE HEMMELGARN
Ottawa Metro Park Amphitheater 2632 Ada Road, Lima, OH, United StatesMike is a high-energy entertainer extraordinaire who will amaze you with his juggling skills, magic tricks, ventriloquism, and comedic timing ALL IN ONE SHOW. mikehemmelgarn.com
FATHER’S DAY HIKE
Motter Metro Park 10740 Columbus Grove-Bluffton Road, Bluffton, OH, United StatesAsk yourself, what does Dad really want today? If the answer is more family time, we’ve got just the program for you! Bring dad out for an afternoon hike and enjoy the outdoors! If the answer is more nap time, we’ve got just the program for you! Leave dad at home to enjoy a well-deserved …
DISCOVERERS: SPIDERS (AGES 7 -9)
McLean Teddy Bear Park 2004 N. Dixie Hwy., Lima, OH, United StatesSpiders aplenty! Spiders galore! Come learn about our eight-legged friends. We’ll try our hand at web building, wrapping and walking. We’ll dress like a spider, act like a spider and eat like a spider. We’ll even have the chance to meet a real spider, Charlie!! Bring a sack lunch and water bottle Registration along with …
STEVE MADEWELL, SINGER SONGWRITER
Ottawa Metro Park Amphitheater 2632 Ada Road, Lima, OH, United StatesNew to the Amphitheater this year. Steve’s original songs are shaped by his passion for the natural world, which guided his career in the park, conservation, and outdoor recreation field, and the amazing places he’s seen on his travels. madewellmusic.com
EXPLORERS: SURVIVAL SKILLS (AGES 10-14)
Hermon Woodlands 485 N. Wapak Road, Lima, OH, United StatesYou’re lost. Stranded on your own. And, oh no, your phone is dead!! Will you survive? Learn how to assess the situation, start a fire, build a shelter, signal for rescue and other skills needed to survive in the wild. Be prepared for the weather and dress to survive in the woods, including wearing closed …
HEALTH THROUGH NATURE
McLean Teddy Bear Park 2004 N. Dixie Hwy., Lima, OH, United StatesAlthough 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 Tuesday …
