Shelter Reservations 419-221-1232 or Register Online

NATURE PALS: EVERY DAY IS EARTH DAY

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

Children ages 3-5 and their adult companion are invited to learn about the importance of caring for our Earth through hands-on activities, crafts and stories. A hike through the woods will be included so make sure to dress appropriately for the weather. Registration required by April 10 at 419-221-1232.  

SAVE THE WILDFLOWERS

Help us save our spring ephemerals from garlic mustard, an invasive weed from Europe. We will begin pulling at Kendrick Woods, then move on to Hermon Woodlands, McLean Teddy Bear Park, Lippincott Bird Sanctuary, and Heritage Park. Pulling will take place every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday morning in April and May from 9 am to …

BUILD A BAT HOUSE

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

Did you know a single bat eats a thousand pesky bugs, like mosquitos, every hour each night? Invite a bat to your yard by building them a house. All ages are welcome, but kids under 10 should bring a handy adult to help them assemble their bat house. Building kits and tools will be provided. …

SAVE THE WILDFLOWERS

Help us save our spring ephemerals from garlic mustard, an invasive weed from Europe. We will begin pulling at Kendrick Woods, then move on to Hermon Woodlands, McLean Teddy Bear Park, Lippincott Bird Sanctuary, and Heritage Park. Pulling will take place every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday morning in April and May from 9 am to …

QUILT WORKSHOP

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

3 PART WORKSHOP - Part 1 of 3 Join Connie Klima & Anne Bowman as they show you how to assemble a star pattern quilt using charm packs or your choice of fabrics. Class size is limited and fee is $30 per person. Call 419-221-1232 to register and receive your fabric and pattern requirements.  

EVENING AT KENDRICK WOODS

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

As the natural world shifts from life during the light to life in the dark, we’ll be there! Join us for a sunset hike on Kendrick Wood’s easily accessible board walk, followed by a meander to the wetlands to listen to the frogs – we may even spot an early roosting bat on the way! …

SAVE THE WILDFLOWERS

Help us save our spring ephemerals from garlic mustard, an invasive weed from Europe. We will begin pulling at Kendrick Woods, then move on to Hermon Woodlands, McLean Teddy Bear Park, Lippincott Bird Sanctuary, and Heritage Park. Pulling will take place every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday morning in April and May from 9 am to …

SAVE THE WILDFLOWERS

Help us save our spring ephemerals from garlic mustard, an invasive weed from Europe. We will begin pulling at Kendrick Woods, then move on to Hermon Woodlands, McLean Teddy Bear Park, Lippincott Bird Sanctuary, and Heritage Park. Pulling will take place every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday morning in April and May from 9 am to …

OLD FASHIONED PLOW DAYS

Allen County Farm Park 1582 Slabtown Road, Lima, OH, United States

Horses and antique tractors will be used to prepare the fields for spring planting.  This event is hosted by The Area Horses in Harness Club.  For more information contact Mark Mohr at 419-302-2707. RAIN DATES: APRIL 29 & 30

NATIONAL ASTRONOMY DAY

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

Not only is it National Astronomy Day but it’s also the Lyrid meteor shower. With any luck we’ll be able to enjoy both! The Lima Astronomical Society will bring their telescopes and lead discussions on astronomy.  

Johnny Appleseed Metro Park District