WC Park District Programs

Tuesday, September 3; 6:00 – 7:30 pm

Cricket Frog Cove Area

14810 Freyman Road, Cygnet

 

Prairie wildflowers are the star of this show as we take a gentle stroll to see some impressive blooms and the critters that call the prairie home.

Leader: Bill Hoefflin 

 

Thursday, September 5; 4:00 – 6:00 pm

W.W. Knight Nature Preserve

29530 White Road, Perrysburg

 

Learn how to use the iNaturalist phone app to identify plants, animals, and more in your Wood County Parks. Bring your own smartphone. Leader: Nicole Sarver 

 

Thursday, September 5; 7:00 – 9:30 pm

W.W. Knight Nature Preserve: Friends’ Green Room

29530 White Road, Perrysburg

For this meeting, please read Power, a novel by Linda Hogan. Group meets monthly. Register for any or all. Discussion leader: Cheryl Lachowski, Senior Lecturer, BGSU English Dept. and Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist.

 

Thursday, September 5; 7:00 – 8:30 pm

W.W. Knight Nature Preserve:

Hankison Great Room

29530 White Road, Perrysburg

 

Learn about the benefits of prescribed fire and how it is used as a land management tool by the Park District. You will have the opportunity to witness the preparation and execution of a prescribed fire at a later date, and learn how you can assist with a burn. Leader: Jim Witter 

 

Friday, September 6; 10:00 – 11:30 am

W.W. Knight Nature Preserve

29530 White Road, Perrysburg

 

Join a naturalist for exercise and the wonder of watching seasonal changes. The hikes will offer a true mind-body connection. Sign up for one week or all four. Leaders: Jim Witter, Nicole Sarver and Bill Hoefflin

 

Saturday, September 7; 9:00 am – noon

W.W. Knight Nature Preserve

29530 White Road, Perrysburg

 

Enjoy a naturalist-led tour of a few parks, with a brief hike at each. Leader: Jim Witter 

 

See stars, nebula, and more with the Toledo Astronomical Association. Feel free to bring a chair and blanket. This program is free and open to all. No need to register. For more information contact Frank Merritt at 419-535-8775 or [email protected].

 

No Registration Required

Tuesday, September 10; 6:00 – 8:00 pm

Buttonwood Park

27174 Hull Prairie Road, Perrysburg

 

Learn about the inhabitants of the Maumee River by using kick seines to determine the health of the river! You must be prepared to go into knee deep water with closed-toe shoes. No experience needed. Leader: Nicole Sarver

 

Thursday, September 12; 4:30 – 7:30 pm

Arrowwood Archery Range

11126 Linwood Road, Bowling Green

 

Arrive anytime between 4:30 and 7:30pm to give archery a shot! All archery equipment provided, along with brief beginner-friendly instruction from our certified instructors. Children must be at least 7 years of age or older to use our equipment. No registration required. Leader: Craig Spicer

 

No Registration Required

Fridays, September 27; 10:00 – 11:30 am

Cedar Creeks Preserve

4575 Walbridge Road, Northwood

 

Join a naturalist for exercise and the wonder of watching seasonal changes. The hikes will offer a true mind-body connection. Sign up for one week or all four. Leaders: Jim Witter, Nicole Sarver and Bill Hoefflin

 

Friday, September 13; 7:45 – 9:15 pm

Black Swamp Preserve

1014 S. Maple Street, Bowling Green

 

Be sure to catch what is usually one of the most beautiful moonrises of the year. Join us on a moonlit stroll around the pond and learn some moon lore. Leader: Bill Hoefflin 

 

September 14; 12:00 – 1:30 pm

W.W. Knight Nature Preserve

29530 White Road, Perrysburg

 

Forest therapy is practicing the connection with yourself and the Earth. By practicing this connection, you reduce stress, depression, anxiety, blood pressure and heart rate, symptoms of OCD and ADHD and increase your sense of well-being, immunity, mental clarity, creativity & concentration. Cost: $15. Program facilitator: Jim Witter 

 

Tuesday, September 17; 5:30 – 8:00 pm

Bradner Interpretive Center

11491 Fostoria Road, Bradner

 

Interested in capturing the wonders of the outdoors in photographs, but unsure how to use those camera settings to your advantage? Bring your camera and practice honing your skills at our Nature Interpretation Center. This session will focus on capturing birds and other wildlife.

Leader: Zeb Albert 

 

Tuesday, September 17; 7:00 – 8:30 pm

W.W. Knight Nature Preserve: Friends’ Green Room

29530 White Road, Perrysburg

 

Learn from authors and from the experience of Eleanor Kemp, Director of Free Forest School group about how we can connect our children (and adults!) with local natural resources. After a presentation, we’ll discuss our own personal experiences with children of different ages. A naturalist will be present to lead a kids’ program during the adult presentation and discussion. Leader: Jim Witter

 

 

Wednesday, September 18;

6:00 – 7:30 pm

W.W. Knight Nature Preserve

29530 White Road, Perrysburg

 

Our eight-legged friends are plentiful and busy this time of year. Come with an open mind and learn about these web spinning wonders.

Leader: Bill Hoefflin 

 

Friday, September 20;

10:00 – 11:15 am

William Henry Harrison Park

644 Bierley Road, Pemberville

 

Learn how to use a compass and navigate a simple orienteering course. Leader: Jim Witter 

 

Saturday, September 21; 8:00 – 11:00 am

Weirs Rapids Access

21095 Range Line Road, Bowling Green

 

Paddle through the largest island chain in the Mighty Maumee with a naturalist as you check out ecological features, learn about the history of the islands, and search for wildlife like bald eagles, painted turtles, beaver and more! A kayaking safety and skills session will prelude the trip. Previous kayaking experience highly recommended. Paddling trip is roughly 5 river miles. $13/$8 FWCP Leader: Craig Spicer