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. No registration required. BATTLES AT 11 AM & 2 PM

Bring your four-legged friend for an adventure in the park! We’ll bob for tennis balls, have an obstacle course and then walk around the park at your leisure. Dogs must be leashed, up to date on shots and friendly to other dogs. Arrive anytime between 2 pm - 4pm, check in at the B.E.E.T.L.E. for …

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Combine your love of nature and the art of photography—with a little help from your friends! The Nature photography Club is for ages 12 and up and open for any skill/equipment level. It is free to join, with nominal fees for some activities. The club will offer workshops, classroom sessions, field trips, photo contests and …

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Homeschool Enrichment classes will be offered again for the upcoming school year, September 2019 – May 2020. Students, K-6th grade, are invited to join us each month as we explore the animal kingdom. Class will typically include a hike, lesson and animal visitor. Classes will be held in the McElroy Environmental Education Center at the …

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HIKE 8 OF 8 There’s nothing quite like a walk on a sunny, crisp autumn morning! Please join us for the 13th consecutive year of the popular Walking Thru Autumn series. Each week, 50-70 participants meet to explore some of the 29 miles of Metro Park trails. Upon completing 6 out of the 8 offered …

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