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April 2019
Earth Day Extravaganza
In honor of Earth Day, Erie County Solid Waste Management District, Erie MetroParks, Erie County Soil and Water Conservation District, Erie County Health Department, and Friends of Old Woman Creek, etc. are sponsoring an Earth Day Extravaganza. Join us for a fun day of food trucks, informational displays and activities for the whole family!
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 25 participants.
Find out more »May 2019
Drone Pilots Forum
Get hands-on with a drone and see what makes this rapidly growing technology so exciting. After a brief overview of the rules and safety best practices of flying drones, participants will be able to take Erie MetroParks’ drone for a flight around Osborn MetroPark.
Find out more »Spring Morning Bird Walk
Join Naturalist Mike for a casual hike -- with your binoculars of course! These walks are dedicated to spotting our fine-feathered friends. All abilities of birders are welcome. Bring a pair of binoculars if you have them (extra binoculars will be available).
Find out more »Park P.A.L.S. | Animal Chompers
Preschoolers Actively Learning Science is a program designed for your preschooler to engage in science related fun with Miss Melissa! Let’s learn about animal teeth! We will read a story, make a craft and go for a walk (weather dependent). Ages 3-6 with accompanying adult. Registration required. Limit 15.
Find out more »Walk It Out | Summer Kickoff
Let’s kick off the summer at Lions Park! Join staff members from the Health Department for a talk and walk! Water and snacks will be provided.
Find out more »Get Fit Club | Zumba!
Zumba is not only a workout it’s a party! Get ready to dance and have some fun with instructor Patricia Cromer. Please bring a yoga mat.
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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 prior to the program beginning. Limit 8. Please wear closed toed shoes.
Find out more »Birding by Kayak
Join fellow paddlers for a gentle paddle on the Huron River as we search for our feathered friends during the early spring migration. Please call 419-625-7783 x221 if you require (or would like) a tandem kayak. No flip flops please. Those with their own paddle craft welcome. Ages 12+. Registration required. Limit 10. Meet at the kayak launch.
Find out more »Walk It Out | With a Naturalist
A nature walk can boost your energy and increase your focus! Join an Erie MetroParks Naturalist for a walk and talk through the woods. Water and snacks will be provided.
Find out more »Get Fit Club | Zumba!
Zumba is not only a workout it’s a party! Get ready to dance and have some fun with instructor Patricia Cromer. Please bring a yoga mat.
Find out more »Wild Things | Migration Madness
Learn about how birds make it through their long journey north and play a fun game! Ages 6-12 with accompanying adult. Registration required. Limit 15.
Find out more »Lakeside Daisy Walk
Come celebrate Endangered Species Day with us on a walk with Megan Seymour, a Wildlife Biologist, with U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service! Erie MetroParks has worked in conjunction with USFWS to introduce a population of the endangered Lakeside Daisy at Castalia Quarry MetroPark with great success! Learn about these efforts and enjoy a hike to see the blooming flowers. Registration required. Limit 20.
Find out more »Archery Basics
Join certified archery instructors to learn basics skills to help you become a successful archer. All skill levels welcome. Ages 7+. Registration required. Limit 10.
Find out more »Train Rides
Erie Metro Live Steamers will have miniature steam-powered engines available to pull passengers through the park! Fun for all! All rides are weather dependent.
Find out more »Full Moon Glow Stick Hike
Join Naturalist Mike to go on a full moon night hike with glow stick. Walk the trails of Osborn MetroPark and see what things we encounter by the light of the moon. Ages 6+ with accompanying adult. Registration required. Limit 15.
Find out more »Spring Morning Bird Walk
Join Naturalist Mike for a casual hike -- with your binoculars of course! These walks are dedicated to spotting our fine-feathered friends. All abilities of birders are welcome. Bring a pair of binoculars if you have them (extra binoculars will be available and please dress for the weather).
Find out more »Archery Club
Share tips, techniques, and other skills with fellow experienced archers to help improve one’s skills. This program is for those who have finished our archery basics program or experienced archers. Ages 7+. Registration required. Limit 10.
Find out more »Park P.A.L.S. | May Flowers
Preschoolers Actively Learning Science is a program designed for your preschooler to engage in science related fun with Miss Melissa! Let’s learn about flowers! We will read a story, make a craft and go for a walk (weather dependent). Ages 3-6 with accompanying adult. Registration required. Limit 15.
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