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DIY Nature – Pumpkins

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

It is said that the butterflies returning to Mexico are the souls of the dead returning home in time for the Day of the Dead celebration.  Learn more about butterflies and about the holidays happening this week. We’ll then decorate pumpkins accordingly to take home. This is an indoor program. Register by Oct. 17.  

Walking Thru Autumn Hike 7 of 8

Allen County Farm Park 1582 Slabtown Road, Lima, 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 16th annual Walking Thru Autumn hiking series. Each week 60-90 participants gather for a guided hike, to take in the beauty of fall and explore some of the 30+ miles of …

Go Outside & Play!

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

Join us for this month’s “Go Outside and Play!” program as we spend our evening trying to complete more activities on the UK National Trust’s list of “50 Things To Do Before You Are 11 ¾”.  We will watch the sunset before we take a nature walk at night and, hopefully, see some stars. Dress …

Walking Thru Autumn Hike 8 of 8

Hermon Woodlands 485 N. Wapak Road, Lima, 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 16th annual Walking Thru Autumn hiking series. Each week 60-90 participants gather for a guided hike, to take in the beauty of fall and explore some of the 30+ miles of …

MEET THE WILD

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

Enjoy a Saturday evening with park rangers and friendly creatures of the night-time forest! Our Johnny Appleseed Metropolitan Park District Rangers will be on hand to meet and greet you and then escort you through the forest to meet our Wildlife In Legendary Disguise (costumed nocturnal animals)! The short walk will include take-home treats for …

Photographs are Due!

Turn in your photos for our 45th annual Nature Photography Contest! Follow us on Facebook and Flickr to view the results. See www.jampd.com for official rules and more details.  

Natural Resources

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

Jamie Hampton is a County Extension Educator from the Auglaize County Extension Office. Her specialties include agriculture and natural resources. She is planning a natural resources program for the Tri-moraine Audubon Society.  

Nature Pals: Turkey Time

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

Gobble, Gobble, Gobble! It’s that time of the year! Children ages 3-5 and their adult companion are invited to learn about Ohio’s wild turkeys. Exploration Stations, our weather song, a craft, and a hike will all be part of the fun. Come dressed appropriately for a hike in the woods. Register by Nov. 1.  

Nature Pals: Turkey Time

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

Gobble, Gobble, Gobble! It’s that time of the year! Children ages 3-5 and their adult companion are invited to learn about Ohio’s wild turkeys. Exploration Stations, our weather song, a craft, and a hike will all be part of the fun. Come dressed appropriately for a hike in the woods. Register by Nov. 1.

Night Hike

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

See, hear, smell, touch, and taste the forest at nighttime. We’ll practice using all our senses to help guide us and hunt for nature that glows in the dark. You may bring a flashlight, but we will turn it off during portions of the hike. Be prepared for the weather and ground conditions. Register by …

Johnny Appleseed Metro Park District