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

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 …

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

Join us as we celebrate the season of spring. Children ages 3-5 and their adult companion are invited to participate in a spring scavenger hunt. Dress appropriately to be outdoors. Register by April 30.  Please call 419-221-1232.

Join us as we celebrate the season of spring. Children ages 3-5 and their adult companion are invited to participate in a spring scavenger hunt. Dress appropriately to be outdoors. Register by April 30.  Please call 419-221-1232.

How many birds can we see today? Join more than 20,000 birders across the world as we see how many birds can be recorded in a 24 hour period. While we will only spend an hour or two at the park, you are free to continue birding all day long! A limited number of binoculars …

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Join the Lima Area Woodcarvers this month to help with the club chip carving project. Beginners are always welcome. Contact Dave Betts at 419-204-1571 for more information.

A small but challenging group of song birds, warblers are often dismissed (or unknown!) because they can be difficult to see for the casual observer. Dan Hodges, Naturalist for Johnny Appleseed Metro Park District, will help walk you through the natural history of some of these flying gems; their beauty, songs, habits & more! *Co-sponsored …

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Dragonflies and Damselflies make up the insect order Odonata and they are the invertebrate rulers, above and below the water. Join a naturalist to learn about these incredible insects, their natural history, biology, identification, lore, and how you can participate in a state wide survey! An indoor presentation will be followed by a short hike. …

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Join a naturalist for a visit to one of the hottest birding spots in the world, Magee Marsh! Partnering with the Tri-moraine Audubon Society, we will spend the morning on the boardwalk and after lunch visit the nature center before returning. A carpool, including the park van, will depart (rain or shine) at 6:30 a.m. …

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