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HOMEGROWN GRASS

Ottawa Metro Park Amphitheater 2632 Ada Road, Lima, OH, United States

Bluegrass at its best when these fellers get together and play. They like to have fun and cut loose in their performance. Join us for a toe-tappin’, knee-slappin’ good time.

EARLY BIRDS

Motter Metro Park 10740 Columbus Grove-Bluffton Road, Bluffton, OH, United States

Join us at Motter Metro Park this morning to nab the proverbial worm before you start your Sunday.  We will watch birds, but birds or not, the goal is to enjoy the beauty of nature.  No experience necessary and a limited number of binoculars will be provided.  Dress for the weather and ground conditions.  Registration …

CHRIS ROWLANDS

Ottawa Metro Park Amphitheater 2632 Ada Road, Lima, OH, United States

We’ve saved the best for last as we wrap up the 2019 Amphitheater Series. High-energy professional musician, artist, puppeteer and all-around good guy, Chris Rowlands will perform some of the best nature songs out there. His puppets offer nature tips and educational information. Please don’t miss this performance.

LAUER HISTORICAL FARM OPEN HOUSE

Lauer Historical Farm 800 Roush Road, Lima, United States

Don't miss your chance to visit the Johnny AppleseedMetro park District's newest reservable facility, the Lauer Historical Farm.  Step back in time as you tour the grounds, Event Barn and Historical Farm house.

BEGINNING ARCHERY PROGRAM

Kendrick Woods - Evans Archery Range 1376 N. Saint Marys Road, Spencerville, OH

Participants age 9 through adult can go to the Evans Archery range located at 1376 N. St. Marys Road, Spencerville anytime from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 pm.  Certified archery staff will be on hand to assist beginning archers on the fundamentals of archery.  Mathews Genesis bows and all other supplies will be provided by the …

SHOREBIRD BEHAVIOR

OSU Lima Campus - Visitor/Student Center 3900 Campus Drive, Lima, OH, United States

Award-winning photographer Brian Zwiebel, co-owner and guide at Sabrewing Nature Tours, will help us explore the world of shorebirds! * Co-sponsored with the Tri-moraine Audubon Society.

NATURE PALS: INSECTS ALL AROUND

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

If you look close enough, you will be surprised at the number of insects that can be found. Children ages 3-5 and their adult companion are invited to learn all about insects through stories, songs and crafts. Come dressed to be outdoors as we will be going on an Insect Hunt. (All insects caught will …

NATURE PALS: INSECTS ALL AROUND

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

If you look close enough, you will be surprised at the number of insects that can be found. Children ages 3-5 and their adult companion are invited to learn all about insects through stories, songs and crafts. Come dressed to be outdoors as we will be going on an Insect Hunt. (All insects caught will …

WALKING THRU AUTUMN

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

HIKE 1 OF 8 There’s nothing quite like a walk on a sunny, crisp autumn morning! Please join us for the 13th 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 …

DOG DAY AT THE BEACH

Ottawa Metro Park Beach 2632 Ada Road, Lima, United States

Join us for the 16th Annual Dog Day at the Beach. The cost is $3.00 per dog (humans get in free)! Wading will be permitted for the human visitors, only the dogs get to swim! Current proof of dog license & vaccinations (records for Rabies, Distemper, Parvo and all parasites—worms) are required. If you have …

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