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Nature pals: Goin’ Batty

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 bats through stories, songs, and crafts.  Come dressed appropriately for a hike in the woods.  Register by Oct. 5.

Walking Thru Autumn – 2021 Hiking Series – 5 of 8

Antibus Trail Access 12335 Zion Church Road, Spencerville, Ohio

There is nothing quite like a brisk walk and a breath of fresh air on a crisp autumn morning! Please join us for our 15th annual Walking Thru Autumn hiking series. Each week 50-80 participants gather for a guided hike, to take in the beauty of fall and explore some of the 30+ miles of …

Health Thru Nature

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

Experience the calm and peace that nature provides as you decrease your stress hormones as we mindfully use our senses during slow-paced activities . (This is not a typical naturalist-led hike.) Register by Oct. 11.  

Crayfish 101

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

Crayfish, crawdads, crawfish, mudbugs – whatever your preference, these are interesting little creatures. You’ve seen them before, but do you know why they build chimneys? That their teeth are in their stomach? That some can live 10 years or more? That they can be “in berry”?? Come learn a little about these familiar yet often …

Walking Thru Autumn – 2021 Hiking Series – 6 of 8

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

There is nothing quite like a brisk walk and a breath of fresh air on a crisp autumn morning! Please join us for our 15th annual Walking Thru Autumn hiking series. Each week 50-80 participants gather for a guided hike, to take in the beauty of fall and explore some of the 30+ miles of …

Lauer Farms 1944

Lauer Historical Farm 800 Roush Road, Lima, United States

Travel back in time to 1944 at the Lauer Historical Farm to                 experience World War II.  Interact with 150-200 living history  re-enactors and watch as the Allied Forces battle the oppositional Axis Powers.  This will be the largest WWII re-enactment in  Northwest Ohio. Lauer Farms 1944 - Schedule 2021 SATURDAY, OCTOBER 16 - 10 am …

International Observe the Moon Night

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

Join observers around the world on this specific day to take a close look at our very own Moon.  Members of the Lima Astronomical Society will have telescopes setup for the public to observe the Moon and other astronomical objects will also be featured.  Event is weather & cloud dependent. Check the Lima Astronomical Society …

Lauer Farms 1944

Travel back in time to 1944 at the Lauer Historical Farm to                 experience World War II.  Interact with 150-200 living history  re-enactors and watch as the Allied Forces battle the oppositional Axis Powers.  This will be the largest WWII re-enactment in  Northwest Ohio. Lauer Farms 1944 - Schedule 2021 SATURDAY, OCTOBER 16 - 10 am …

Family Nature Club

Haver Ridge 8335 Bellefontaine Road, Harrod

Families with children ages 3-12 are welcome to join us as we enjoy a fall hike under the colorful forest leaves.  Register by Oct. 21.  

Johnny Appleseed Metro Park District