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NATURE PALS: TERRIFIC TURTLES

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

Children, ages 3-5, and their adult companion are invited to meet the park district’s resident live turtles. Weather permitting, we will also hike through the woods. Please dress appropriately. Register by April 2.  Please call 419-221-1232.

NEW MOON HIKE

Heritage Park 2092 Reed Road, Lima, OH, United States

Let’s see what nighttime spring activity is going on in our park. Come join a naturalist on a nighttime stroll. Register by April 4.  Please call 419-221-1232.

ADULT NATURE JEOPARDY

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

Adults, come test your Nature Knowledge in a fun, interactive trivia game inspired by Jeopardy. Questions will be based on fun and interesting facts about our world and all that live in it. Prizes will be awarded to the top scorers. Register by April 5.  Please call 419-221-1232.

NATURE 101: WILDFLOWERS

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

As I wandered the forest, The green leaves among, I heard a Wild Flower Singing a song. - William Blake Join a naturalist to explore the song of spring wildflowers, their natural history, biology, identification, and lore. An indoor presentation will be followed by a short hike. See Nature 101 article on page 4. *This …

KAYAK ADVENTURES

Fort Amanda Park 22800 St. Rt. 198, Wapakoneta, OH, United States

Bring your kayak and join a Naturalist as we enjoy the beauty of spring 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 & water level and is for boaters with some experience and the proper …

NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB

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

Combine your love of nature and the art of photography – with a little help from your friends! The Nature Photography Club is for ages 12 and up and is open for any skill/equipment level. It is free to join, with nominal fees for some activities. The club will offer workshops, classroom sessions, field trips, …

GLORY BOUND QUILT WORKSHOP

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

PART 3 OF 3 Get your scrap material out and learn how to make this beautiful scrap quilt that is 64"64".  You will make two different sizes of squares and half square triangles.  Class size is limited.  Class fee is $35 per person plus materials.  Call 419-221-1232 for more information.

GOOD FRIDAY HIKE

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

Any day is a good day for a hike but let’s celebrate today with appreciation and awe of the world around us. No registration required

SPRING BIRD WALK

Lippincott Bird Sanctuary 3093 Bellefontaine Road, Lima, United States

We'll venture into the trails of Lippincott Bird Sanctuary through woodland, prairie, and wetland to see what feathered friends are out and about. A limited number of binoculars will be provided and bird-watchers of all skill levels are welcome. Be prepared for the weather and (often wet) ground conditions. Register by April 19.  Please call …

AREA HORSES & HARNESS 19TH ANNUAL SPRING PLOW DAY

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

Horses and antique tractors will be preparing the ground for spring planting, for more information call 419-302-2707.  (Rain Date - May 4)

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