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Fueling migration for billions of birds and food for a myriad of other animals as well, these little guys have a difficult time growing up - less than 1% see their adult moth or butterfly form. As such these incredible critters have adapted fascinating ways of avoiding predation, everything from scary snake heads and head …
This time of year is perfect for finding big cats, right here in Allen County! Leopards, Tigers, Spinx . . . Caterpillars of course! These little critters have spent the summer fattening up and those that have survived are in peak form, just waiting for you to come check them out! A mothing sheet will …
There’s nothing quite like a walk on a sunny, crisp autumn morning! Please join us for the 12th 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 hikes, participants will receive …
Learn to “flow like water,” quiet your mind and improve your balance as you participate in a 7 week Tai Chi class with instructor Mary Lou Paisley. You will learn a “mini-form” of both Sun and Chen styles of tai chi—a true balance of yin and yang. This class will increase your life energy/vitality and …
Experience the calm and peace that nature provides as you decrease your stress hormones, your blood pressure, and your feelings of anxiety. Register by Sept. 18. Please call 419-221-1232 to register.
Bring the family and unwind as the day draws to a close and summer fades into fall. Come explore and discover the sights and sounds of summer’s end as we stroll around Lima Lake.
There’s nothing quite like a walk on a sunny, crisp autumn morning! Please join us for the 12th 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 hikes, participants will receive …
Join us to visit a rare orchid, October Ladies’ - Tresses, at Oakwoods Nature Preserve in Hancock County. This flower was discovered recently and may be the largest colony (and one of the most northerly) of the species in the country and is a great find! Other natural things abound at this park as well. …
Our parks are always lively but the abundance of nocturnal activities are sometimes forgotten. Come join a naturalist on a night time stroll in the moon light. Compare your experience to our New Moon hike next month. Please dress for the weather. Register by Sept. 21. Please call 419-221-1232 to register.
Learn to “flow like water,” quiet your mind and improve your balance as you participate in a 7 week Tai Chi class with instructor Mary Lou Paisley. You will learn a “mini-form” of both Sun and Chen styles of tai chi—a true balance of yin and yang. This class will increase your life energy/vitality and …
