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Submit Photos for Amateur Photography Exhibit

From September 1 through November 16, visitors may submit two entries for our Annual Amateur Photography Exhibit, which will be displayed…
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Submit Entries for Verdant Wonders

Ohio residents are invited to submit their creative works for publication in Verdant Wonders, the park district’s new literary journal that…
Many large kids' picture books.

Self-Guided Story Trail: The Earth & I

Enjoy a late summer walk along the 1.4-mile Old Mill Trail while following a self-guided story trail based on the book “The Earth & I.”…

FR/Brushwood Area
A paved trail winds through a green, wooded area under a clear blue sky.

Fall Spree Hike

Join a naturalist on the 1-mile Prather Trail and cross one trail off your Fall Hiking Spree! Along the way we will discuss the park’s history…

CV/Valley View Area
A camping tent with rolled-up sleeping pads, a lantern and pie iron in front of it.

Tent Camping Workshop

Families are invited to a fun introductory camping experience led by naturalists. We will offer fishing, hiking, upcycled crafting, simple…

SC/Lake House Area
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What’s in the Meadow

Join a naturalist as we investigate what is living in the meadow! Meadows are vibrant ecosystems teeming with life, including bees, beetles,…

LP/Nature Center
A book laying open in a field of grass.

Nature Writing Workshop

Join a writer-turned-naturalist for a session on writing about nature, cultural history and the environment. Bring work to learn how to help…

FASN/Visitors Center

Recreation Open House

Have you ever wanted to try archery, kayaking or fishing? Now’s your chance! Join us for a morning of hands-on recreational opportunities….

MF/Lake Area
Kids drawing fish on large sketch pads.

Nature Drawing for Kids

Join our interpretive artist for this entertaining lesson in nature drawing for kids ages 6 to 12. All materials will be provided. Registration…

FASN/Nature Realm

Pine Tree Spree

What makes a forest more than a group of trees? Hike the 2-mile Piney Woods Trail to earn spree credit and discover the positive impacts of…

GYH/Pioneer Area
A mushroom grows out of the mossy, leaf-covered ground.

Woodland Mushrooms

Join a naturalist on a walk through the woods as we explore the fascinating world of fungi! Discover the diverse shapes, colors and sizes…

FR/Brushwood Area
Kids drawing fish on large sketch pads.

Virtual Nature Drawing for Kids

Join our interpretive artist online for this entertaining virtual lesson in nature drawing for kids ages 6 to12. All you need is a pencil…