Shelter Reservations 419-221-1232 or Register Online

Explore S’More at Teddy Bear Park

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

Families can hike with a naturalist and explore a different park. Interact with other families while playing games, hearing stories, or singing songs and end the night with s’mores around a campfire. Register by Feb. 20 online or by calling 419-221-1232.  

Orienteering

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

Learn how to use a compass and what it means to put red in the shed. Find out if you can navigate through the orienteering course while equipped with a map and compass. Map, compass, and instructions provided. Be prepared for the weather.  For ages 8 & up.  Register by Feb. 24 online or by …

Nature Pals: Wonderful Wacky Weather

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

Children, ages 3-5, and their adult companion are invited to join us as we learn about clouds, wind and rain.  Stories, a craft and a short hike, weather permitting, are all part of the fun.  Dress to be outdoors.  Register by February 28.  

Nature Pals: Wonderful Wacky Weather

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

Children, ages 3-5, and their adult companion are invited to join us as we learn about clouds, wind and rain.  Stories, a craft and a short hike, weather permitting, are all part of the fun.  Dress to be outdoors.  Register by February 28.  

Searching for Signs of Spring

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

Come walk off that cabin fever as we explore Kendrick Woods to discover some of the first signs of spring! One of our favorites is the earliest blooming wildflower, skunk cabbage. This “warm-blooded” plant may not smell great, but it offers some hope that winter may finally be finishing up! Dress for the weather and …

Woodcarving Ducks

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

This time of year abundant waterfowl fly north through our area, some are here to stay but many are just passing through. We’ll learn a little about these amazing birds and then, with assistance from the Lima Area Woodcarvers, try our hand at carving a small duck! This is a project that can be enjoyed …

Tri-Moraine Audubon Society – Herbicide Resistance in Common Weeds

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

Join the Tri-moraine Audubon Society to learn from Dr. Zac Beres from OSU Lima. Dr. Beres studies the development of herbicide resistance in weeds. He has insight into how common weeds become herbicide resistant and the timeframe involved. His research has focused on Roundup-ready crops and the use of Roundup in Ohio and in other …

Vernal Pools 101

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

Vernal pools are perhaps the most interesting and diverse parts of our forests. A rich ecosystem, bursting with life, that serves as a nursery for countless organisms… and a buffet for others. Join a naturalist to learn about these fascinating pools with presentation in the shelter and then we’ll go explore them! We’ll step gently …

Homeschool Enrichment Class – Osteology (Bone) Lab

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

Learn how to identify animal bones through comparative anatomy. Observe key components of bones and categorize common elements in this hands-on exploration.  All materials provided. We will be indoors the majority of the time but will also go on a short hike. Children must be accompanied by a supervising adult. Register by Mar. 9.  

Stories in the Woods

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

Children and their adult companion are invited to join us as we read a short story in the woods, take a hike and make a craft to understand more about the book. Come dressed appropriately to spend as much time outdoors. Register by Mar. 17.  

Johnny Appleseed Metro Park District