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WALKING THRU AUTUMN

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

HIKE 4 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 …

BASKET WORKSHOP

Join Chris Baker and Anne Bowman for this beginner friendly market basket workshop. This basket will be good for fall harvesting. Material fee of $35 per person. Class size is limited. Call 419-221-1232 to register.

DRONES & ROBOTS FOR SCIENCE

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

Dr. Jackie Augustine, associate professor at OSU Lima, will discuss her research and how new robotic tools are used in scientific research. Co-sponsored with the Tri-moraine Audubon Society.

NATURE PALS: SPIDERS

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

Children 3-5 years old and their adult companion are invited to join us as we investigate the lives of spiders through stories, songs and crafts. Come dressed for a hike in the woods. Register by Oct. 1 at 419-221-1232.

NATURE PALS: SPIDERS

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

Children 3-5 years old and their adult companion are invited to join us as we investigate the lives of spiders through stories, songs and crafts. Come dressed for a hike in the woods. Register by Oct. 1 at 419-221-1232.

TAI CHI

Ottawa Metro Park Amphitheater 2632 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 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, photo contests and …

WALKING THRU AUTUMN

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

HIKE 5 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 …

MEET THE W.I.L.D.

McLean Teddy Bear Park 2004 N. Dixie Hwy., Lima, OH, United States

Enjoy a Saturday evening with friendly creatures of the night-time forest! Guides will be on hand to meet and greet you and then escort you through the forest to meet our Wildlife in Legendary Disguise (costumed animals)! The short walk will include take-home treats for the youngsters and will conclude with a bonfire for s’mores. …

NATURE 101: CRAYFISH

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

Crayfish, crawdads, crawfish, mudbugs—whatever your preference, these are interesting little creatures. Come learn a little about these familiar yet often perplexing critters! All are welcome, but we discuss some mature topics. Register by Oct. 8 at 419-221-1232.

TAI CHI

Ottawa Metro Park Amphitheater 2632 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 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, photo contests and …

Johnny Appleseed Metro Park District