Shelter Reservations 419-221-1232 or Register Online

PRE-HOLIDAY HIKE

Lippincott Bird Sanctuary 3093 Bellefontaine Road, Lima, United States

We all know what’s coming, a seemingly endless supply of delicious food as we begin the winter holiday season! Perhaps you can get your mind ready to withstand the scale-tipping, stress-causing storm that is coming (or maybe justify a second helping?) with a brisk pre-holiday hike! No registration required!

HARVEST DINNER AT THE CABIN

Allen County Farm Park Cabin 1582 Slabtown Road, Lima, OH, United States

Come join us for a historic 1860’S harvest dinner. A full meal will be served in traditional family style in our cozy, authentic log cabin. Learn about the history behind our Thanksgiving dinners and how they have changed through the past 300 years. Reservations accepted beginning on Sept. 5, limit of 4 guests per reservation. …

NATURE PALS: WINTER EVERGREENS

McElroy Environmental Education Center 2355 Ada Road, Lima, OH, United States

Children ages 3-5 and their adult companion are welcome to join us as we explore evergreen trees through crafts, stories, activities and a hike. Please dress appropriately to be outside. Register by Dec. 4 at 419-221-1232.

NATURE PALS: WINTER EVERGREENS

McElroy Environmental Education Center 2355 Ada Road, Lima, OH, United States

Children ages 3-5 and their adult companion are welcome to join us as we explore evergreen trees through crafts, stories, activities and a hike. Please dress appropriately to be outside. Register by Dec. 4 at 419-221-1232.

TWIG CRAFTING WITH INVASIVES

McElroy Environmental Education Center 2355 Ada Road, Lima, OH, United States

Looking for the perfect, personalized gift for your friend or loved one and want to save the environment at the same time? Look no further. Come out and try your hand at twig crafts (ornament, frame, wreath, and more!) using branches from invasive species, like Japanese Honeysuckle, cut out of the Johnny Appleseed woods. Register …

SUNRISE OVER THE AUGLAIZE

Kendrick Woods Metro Park 971 N. Defiance Trail, Spencerville, OH, United States

Celebrate the (day after the) shortest day of the year with a hike in one of our most beautiful places, Kendrick Woods! While it technically marks the start of winter, the winter solstice means longer days ahead as our part of the earth tilts back toward the warmth of the sun. We’ll take a trail …

HOUND HIKE

Hermon Woodlands 485 N. Wapak Road, Lima, OH, United States

In celebration of the new year, bring your four-legged friend to enjoy a stroll through the park. Dogs must be leashed, up to date on shots and friendly to other dogs. Arrive anytime between 2-4 pm, check in at the B.E.E.T.L.E. for a prize and trail map then walk the trails at your own pace. …

NEW MOON HIKE

Kendrick Woods Metro Park 971 N. Defiance Trail, Spencerville, OH, United States

Let’s see what nighttime winter activity is going on in our park. Come join a naturalist on a nighttime stroll. Compare your experience to our Full Moon hike later in the month. Please dress for the weather.

START IT RIGHT HIKE

Kendrick Woods Metro Park 971 N. Defiance Trail, Spencerville, OH, United States

Unwind, recharge, or maybe get a head start on your resolutions as you begin the year on the right foot. Join a naturalist for a brisk hike in the tranquility of an Allen County Gem, Kendrick Woods. Hot chocolate and tea will be provided. No registration required.

LIMA AREA WOODCARVERS

McElroy Environmental Education Center 2355 Ada Road, Lima, OH, United States

Norm Rex and Ron Weihrauch will teach how to carve parts of the body. Beginner and experienced woodcarvers are welcome. For information contact Dave Betts at 419-204-1571.

Johnny Appleseed Metro Park District