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CPR in the Park
Thursday, June 2; 6 – 7 pm
This is a valuable training program for response during emergencies. Ranger staff, in partnership with the Perrysburg area fire departments, will teach, “hands only” technique. This program is divided into three sessions: 6 – 7 pm, 7 – 8 pm and 8 – 9 pm.
W.W. Knight Nature Preserve
29530 White Road, Perrysburg
Register Here
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Yoga and Nature Hike
Fridays, June 3 and 10; 10:00 am – noon
Go on a naturalist-led hike then join a yoga class on the lawn led by certified instructor Jenn McCullough. Cost: $12
Cedar Creeks Preserve
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Stargazing
Saturday, June 4; starting at 9:30 pm
Stargazing at Beaver Creek with the Toledo Astronomical Association.
Beaver Creek Preserve
23028 Long Judson Road, Grand Rapids
No Registration Required.
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Paddle the Pond
Mondays; June 6, 13, 20 and 27; 4:30- 8 pm
Get out on the water for a great family outing, confidence-builder for beginners, or relaxing exercise! An instructor provides an introductory safety and skills session. Watercraft, life-jackets, and paddles are provided first-come-first-served. Enjoy a nature walk while you wait! Last launch is at 7:30 pm. Kayaks are new this year and are funded through a grant by ODNR – Division of Watercraft.
W.W. Knight Nature Preserve
29530 White Road, Perrysburg
No Registration Required
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Intro to Rope Rappelling
Saturday, June 4; 9 – 1:30 pm
Join us for a day of rope rappelling fun! After a gear and safety orientation, we’re off to our 25-35 foot cliffs. All safety equipment, instruction and water are provided. Bring a sack lunch and snacks. Participants must be 12 years, or older. Closed-toe footwear only. Access to the cliff tops requires short hikes on slightly uneven terrain. Cost $15, Friends of the Wood County Parks: $10
Sawyer Quarry Nature Preserve
26940 Lime City Road, Perrysburg
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Laughter Yoga
Mondays, June 6 & July 11; 4:00 – 4:45 pm
Exercise is fun when the group laughs together – without humor, jokes, or comedy. This technique can reduce stress and improve immune function, energy, and mood. Outdoors, weather permitting. Call yoga instructor Cathy Skiver at 419-509-3320 for more information. Cost: $10, or $5 for members of the Friends of the Wood County Parks.
W.W. Knight Nature Preserve: Friends’ Green Room
29530 White Road, Perrysburg
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Homeschoolers: Summer Fun!
Thursday, June 9; 10:00 – 11:00 am
Summer enrichment means hands-on learning with a Story of the Swamp. You’ll be surprised at what you find out about Wood County and the creatures that live here.
W.W. Knight Nature Preserve: Green Room
29530 White Road, Perrysburg
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Heritage Farm Fest
Saturday, June 11; 1 – 4 pm
Enjoy wagon rides, farm animals, live music, BBQ lunch, pie-eating contest, homemade ice cream, floats, fresh-churned butter on hot cornbread, and 1930s candy and popcorn. FREE public event.
Carter Historic Farm
18331 Carter Road, Bowling Green
No Registration Required
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Butterfly I.D. Walk
Sunday, June 12; 1:00 – 3:00 pm
Want to know what was swiftly fluttering by? Discover how to identify our area butterflies as we explore this gem of a park.
Beaver Creek Preserve
23028 Long Judson Road, Grand Rapids
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Focus on Water: Phosphorus and Lake Erie
Tuesday, June 14; 7:00 – 8:30 pm
Dr. Laura Johnson, Director of the National Center for Water Quality Research and Assistant Professor of Biology at Heidelberg University, presents her research on nutrients and their effects on algal blooms in Lake Erie.
W.W. Knight Nature Preserve
29530 White Road, Perrysburg
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Open Archery
Wednesday, June 15; 4:30 – 7:30pm
Give our archery program a shot with this drop in program! Channel your inner marksman as you build your skills with beginner-friendly instruction. All archery gear provided.
William Henry Harrison Park
644 Bierley Avenue, Pemberville
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Passport to the Parks
Pick up a Passport at any of our upcoming programs. Receive a stamp at each program, collect 10 stamps to earn an awesome water bottle! Volunteer programs count too, so get involved and get out into nature.
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