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NEW YEAR 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’s woodland gem, Kendrick Woods. Hot chocolate and tea will be provided. Register by Jan. 3 at 419-221-1232.

NATURE PALS: WINTER IS “SNOW” MUCH FUN!

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

There is nothing more fun than playing out in the snow during the winter! Children ages 3-5 and their adult companion will enjoy activities focusing on snow and snowflakes. Dress appropriately for a hike in the woods that will, hopefully, include a walk through the snow. Register by Jan. 7 at 419-221-1232.

NATURE PALS: WINTER IS “SNOW” MUCH FUN!

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

There is nothing more fun than playing out in the snow during the winter! Children ages 3-5 and their adult companion will enjoy activities focusing on snow and snowflakes. Dress appropriately for a hike in the woods that will, hopefully, include a walk through the snow. Register by Jan. 7 at 419-221-1232.

FULL MOON HIKE

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

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

NATURE 101: TREES

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

With 99 documented tree species, Ohio forests are quite diverse. They come in a fantastic variety and they all play a tremendous role in our ecosystem. Come learn how these amazing organisms work. We’ll discuss a little identification, but join us on the 25th for a TREE HUGGING HIKE. This program is open to all …

BUGS GALORE!

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

Come explore all the arthropod artifacts the Park District has to offer! We’ve got live bugs, bug specimens, bugs under microscopes, bug facts, bug games and more! Everything from millipedes to moths, cockroaches to chrysalises, spiders and much more!! This is a family event with stations to participate at your own pace. Doors open at …

NEW MOON HIKE

McLean Teddy Bear Park 2004 N. Dixie Hwy., Lima, 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 earlier in the month. Please dress for the weather and ground conditions.

TREE HIKE

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

Come enjoy a late winter morning in beautiful Hermon Woodlands. While this hike will focus on trees and winter tree ID, no natural history topic will be ignored! Dress for the weather and ground conditions (we may have optional off trail time). Register by Jan. 24 by calling 419-221-1232.

NATURE JEOPARDY

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

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. Participants may work in pairs if they choose. Prizes will be awarded to the top scorers. Please register by Jan. 29 by calling …

HOME SCHOOL ENRICHMENT CLASS

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

Homeschool Enrichment classes will be offered again for the upcoming school year, September 2019 – May 2020. Students, K-6th grade, are invited to join us each month as we explore the animal kingdom. Class will typically include a hike, lesson and animal visitor. Classes will be held in the McElroy Environmental Education Center at the …

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