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August 2018
Get Buggy!
Catch and release Firefly’s, moths and other nightly insects with naturalist Mike! We will use nets and other techniques to see what makes these critters so unique. Please wear closed toed shoes. Registration required!
Find out more »Archery Club
This program is for those who have finished our archery basics program. Registration required.
Find out more »Archery Basics
Archery instructor Cheryl will teach you how to shoot a bow and arrow. This program is for beginners or those that need a refresher. Registration required.
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Family Funday!
This summer event couldn’t get any better – Ice Cream Social, Birding, Mini Train Rides, and more! Sign up for a chance to win some great prizes while you are here. This event is part of a series called Party in the Parks. Find out more about all the parties here.
Find out more »Park P.A.L.S. | Who Who is an Owl?
Can an owl turn it’s head all the way around? Join Miss Melissa to find out! We will read a story, make a craft, and go for a walk! Registration required.
Find out more »Walk It Out | At Quarry Hill Orchards
Enjoy a walk through the orchard for the start of apple season! The store will be open for your shopping pleasure.
Find out more »Get Fit Club | Hartman Fitness Sampler
Each week we will sample a different class from the Hartman Fitness Studio. It could be TurboKick, resistance bands or something else! Please bring a yoga mat. Class size is limited to the first 20 participants.
Find out more »MetroParks Hikers
Enjoy a summer walk through the forested trails at Hoffman Forest MetroPark!
Find out more »Just About Horses & Donkeys
Increase your horse and donkey knowledge and get hands on experience with them. Learn about health, safety, grooming and more. Participants will get to interact with and brush a horse. Ages 8+ (adults too!) Preregistration required 24 hours before the program. Please wear closed toed shoes.
Find out more »Art in the Park | Hearth N Home
Join Brenda Gorsuch from Hearth N Home and make hand-painted wooden home decor signs! Registration required. This community program is made possible in part by a grant from the Wightman-Wieber Foundation.
Find out more »International Bat Night
Come get a little batty with Mike! We will learn all about bats that call Ohio home as well as some from around the world. Enjoy some s’mores around a campfire while we wait for the bats to make an appearance. Registration required. Bring your own camp chair or borrow one of ours!
Find out more »Monarch Mayhem!
Come learn everything you’ve ever wanted to know about monarch butterflies with Melissa! We will go out looking for monarch eggs and tag and release any monarch butterflies in our possession. Registration required.
Find out more »Walk It Out | At Osborn MetroPark
Join us for raffle prizes, drinks and snacks! We will walk through the North Woods to wrap up the summer.
Find out more »Get Fit Club | Hartman Fitness Sampler
Each week we will sample a different class from the Hartman Fitness Studio. It could be TurboKick, resistance bands or something else! Please bring a yoga mat. Class size is limited to the first 20 participants.
Find out more »MetroParks Hikers
Join us for a walk at Eagle Point! We will walk the trails and stop at the observation deck to look for eagles!
Find out more »Wild Things | Praries
Let’s discover plants and animals that call prairies their home. We will go on a walk and explore! Registration required.
Find out more »Art in the Park | Kids Class: Design Your Own Kite
Decorate and build your very own kite. After you’re finished we will fly them outside! Registration required.
Find out more »Enchanted Storytime
Join Mr. Mike for an interactive story time! We will read a story, make a craft, and play some games! Registration required.
Find out more »September 2018
Get Fit Club | PiYo
Instructor, Crystal Michel, will lead you through a workout that combines the muscle-sculpting, core-firming benefits of Pilates with the strength and flexibility advantages of yoga. Please bring a yoga mat. Class size is limited to the first 40 participants.
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