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WALKING IN A WINTER WONDERLAND

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

Winter is the perfect time to hit the trails and reflect on the calm serenity of our eastern deciduous forests. As plant life takes a pause, take some time to slow down and experience nature at a different pace. Interpretive hikes will be 1 mile or less in length and will be slowly paced on …

NATURE PALS: OH DEER!

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 white-tailed deer. Stories, songs and crafts will all be part of the fun. Dress for a hike in the woods. Register by Jan 31.  

NATURE PALS: OH DEER!

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 white-tailed deer. Stories, songs and crafts will all be part of the fun. Dress for a hike in the woods. Register by Jan 31.  

WINTER WELLNESS CLUB: JOGGING WITH JOHNNY

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

Make your fitness a priority this winter with a Johnny Appleseed accountabili-buddy! Join Naturalist Lindsey for a warm-up walk and a few easy laps around Evans Arboretum. All ages and abilities are welcome in their fitness journey, whether you consider yourself a seed, a sapling, or cider! Choose a pace that is comfortable for you. …

TRI-MORAINE: THE BIG ECLIPSE

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

Michael Ritchie from the Lima Astronomical Society will be bringing us a presentation about the eclipse that is to occur in April, 2024. What type of eclipse is this? Can it be viewed safely? How often does it happen? Find out answers to these and bring your questions to learn all about the event.

NATURE DIY: LOVE BIRDS

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

Spend a “crafter-noon” at the McElroy Environmental Education Center learning about birds and making treats for them with natural materials. You can even make a Valentine’s Day gift for your own “love bird”! A sampling of projects will be available to choose from including bird seed feeders and Valentine’s Day cards. Feel free to arrive …

WALKING IN A WINTER WONDERLAND

Winter is the perfect time to hit the trails and reflect on the calm serenity of our eastern deciduous forests. As plant life takes a pause, take some time to slow down and experience nature at a different pace. Interpretive hikes will be 1 mile or less in length and will be slowly paced on …

OWL PROWL

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

Get ready to embark on a nighttime adventure to look for these elusive birds of prey. Dress for cold weather and have on sturdy footwear. Register by Feb 20.  

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 loosening its grip! Dress for the weather …

WINTER WELLNESS CLUB: JOGGING WITH JOHNNY

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

Make your fitness a priority this winter with a Johnny Appleseed accountabili-buddy! Join Naturalist Lindsey for a warm-up walk and a few easy laps around Evans Arboretum. All ages and abilities are welcome in their fitness journey, whether you consider yourself a seed, a sapling, or cider! Choose a pace that is comfortable for you. …

Johnny Appleseed Metro Park District