Public Programs

Please register at register@miamicountyparks.com or by calling (937)667-1286 extension 115 at least one week prior to the program. You will receive confirmation by e-mail or phone. If you do not receive a confirmation within 48 hours (excluding weekends), please contact us again. You are not registered until you receive a confirmation. Programs are subject to change due to weather conditions or minimum participant requirements. Please list a contact number when registering.

 

March 2010

Ramble Quest: A journey with a mission...Hike the trails and earn a Miami County Park District hiking stick medallion for program details click here
March John A. Wannemacher Nature Reserve

My Tree and Me Book Club - Pick-up a seasonal activity card at your local library. Complete 10 of the activities and read 10 of the books, then bring it to a Park District family program of your choice to collect your prize. A new activity card for each season! Complete all 4 seasons and receive a grand prize at the end of 2010! Click here for more details.

March 9 “Rocks to Soil "Mother Nature's Preschool - 10-11 a.m. Charleston Fall Preserve. Please dress for the weather. For ages 3-5.

SOUP-ER WINTER WALK SERIES - 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. Enjoy a warm crackling campfire and guided hikes by a park naturalist, followed by a hot cup of soup. Bring a can of soup for donation to a local food pantry.
March 12 Charleston Falls Preserve

March 13 Musical Afternoon Walk “Sacred Waterfall” 2 - 4 p.m. Charleston Falls Preserve.

March 16 John A. Wannemacher Nature Reserve - Adult Nature Walking Club - 9 a.m. Walk in nature with a Park District naturalist on select Tuesdays during the month.

March 20 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Charleston Falls Preserve. Spring Girl Scout Badge Day (Brownies and Juniors) Learn about nature, explore the parks and earn two badges. Dress for outside. Bring a packed lunch and water bottle!

“Dog Socials” 1 - 3 p.m. Thank You for Baggin’ it.
March 21 “Spring Fling” Lost Creek Reserve (Special Guests from the “Southern Ohio Flying K 9s”)

March 27 2 - 4 p.m. Garbry Big Woods Reserve. VIP Egg Extravaganza Walk our special egg trail and learn about animals that come from eggs! Collect stamps along the way and earn sweet treats. Special snacks will be served.

Family Quest Day 1 - 4 p.m. Charleston Falls Preserve. A Series of fun Sunday activities for families in the park. A roving naturalist is on duty.
March 28 “Bird Binocular Vision” - Binoculars will be provided

April 24 12- 3 p.m. Stillwater Prairie Reserve. 3rd Annual "Kreature Kite Fly". A family event for all ages! For those who are interested in creating kites, there will be a kite-building workshop for kids of all ages throughout the course of the event. Click here for more info.

These programs offer healthy enhancements for your lifestyle.