WC Parks

Tuesday, October 1; 6:00 – 7:30 pm

Sawyer Quarry Nature Preserve

 

Do these cute fuzzy “bears” have the ability to forecast our winter? We will search out the answer as we look for them on the trail and in the quarry. All winter prognostications are the responsibility of the larvae of the Isabella tiger moth and are not necessarily the viewpoint of the Wood County Parks. 

 

Thursday, October 3; 7:00 – 9:30 pm

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

29530 White Road, Perrysburg

 

For this meeting, please read The Forest Unseen: A Year’s Watch in Nature by David George Haskell. Group meets once a month. Register for any or all. Discussion leader: Cheryl Lachowski, Senior Lecturer, BGSU English Dept. and Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist (OCVN).

 

Saturday, October 5;

10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Carter Historic Farm:

Loomis Community Room

 

Crochet is not just for Grandmas! It not just for girls either! At this event, boys and girls will be taught the basics of crochet and learn how to make their very own scarf. Through this program, kids can improve their hand-eye coordination, gain a sense of accomplishment in making their own clothing, connect with their past and develop a new hobby. Ages 8 and up – elementary/middle school recommended. Crochet hook and yarn are included. Snacks will also be provided.

 

Saturday, October 5; 10:00 – 11:30 am

Off-site

577 Foundation: 577 E. Front St, Perrysburg

 

In an extension of September’s program, we’ll visit The 577 Foundation’s Nature Play Area. Learn about loose parts play and its connection with brain development in children from a BGSU early childhood educator while WCPD staff supervise children at the play area.

 

 

Sunday, October 6; 1:00 – 3:00 pm

Otsego Park: Thompson Stone Hall

 

General Membership Meeting with lunch (donation requested). Lunch followed by a presentation “The Geologic History of Ohio” by Dale Gnidovec.

 

To Register, please call the Park District Office at 419-353-1897

Saturday, October 12;

9:30 am – 12:30 pm

Sawyer Quarry Nature Preserve

 

It’s a day of rope rappelling fun! A brief orientation will cover gear and safety procedures, then it’s over to the 30-foot cliff. Safety equipment, instruction/guiding, and water are provided; bring a water bottle and snacks. Participants must be 12 years of age or older. Closed-toe footwear only; access to the cliff tops requires short hikes on slightly uneven terrain. Physical or psychological limitations? Call ahead for adaptations.

 

Saturday, October 5; 7:00 – 8:00 pm

Beaver Creek Preserve:

Astronomy Deck

 

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, October 15; 5:00 – 7:00 pm

Wood County Historical Center

 

Join in on the fun of the fall tradition of building scarecrows. We provide the straw, string, support pole, and refreshments; you bring scarecrow clothes, decoration, and support for the scarecrow’s back and arms (to attach to the display pole, if needed). You can take it home or enter it in our 19th Annual Scarecrow Contest to win cash prizes! Contest Rules and Registration forms are available at wcparks.org/whats-new/ or at the workshop. Contest scarecrows will be left on display for our October 19th Folklore and Funfest at the Historical Center. Limited scarecrow clothes available first come first served. Please review Contest Rules thoroughly to avoid point deductions.

 

Sunday, October 13; 7:00 – 8:30 pm

W.W. Knight Nature Preserve

29530 White Road, Perrysburg

 

Native Americans and early Europeans used to hunt on the nights around this full moon. Today we leave the night hunting to the animals in our parks. Which hunters might we see or hear on this brightly lit night? Join us to find out.

 

Saturday 19; 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. Please dress for the weather, all weather event. Questions? Email [email protected]

 

Thursday 17; 7:00 – 8:30 pm

W.W. Knight Nature Preserve:

Hankison Great room

29530 White Road, Perrysburg

 

Family runs deep in Massasauga Provincial Park for guest speaker Eric Slough, experienced coastal kayaker and instructor. Join us as he tells of his backcountry paddling adventures, showcases his equipment, and recalls his search for something more.

 

Thursday, October 24;

11:00 am – 12:30 pm

1:00 – 2:30 pm

Slippery Elm Trail

Black Swamp Preserve:

1014 South Maple Street, Bowling Green

 

Take a leisurely ride down the Slippery Elm Trail to Rudolph, Ohio to enjoy the vibrant autumnal foliage colors. Tram is open sided so dress appropriately. Two sessions available. 

 

Thursday, October 24; 5:00 – 8:30 pm

Carter Historic Farm:

Loomis Community Room

 

Learn to make beeswax wrap, and how to turn it into simple pouches to help cut down on your use of both plastic wrap and plastic bags. Drop in for 30-45 minutes at any point during the program time to make your own piece to take home.

 

Tuesday, October 29;

6:30 – 8:00 pm

Cedar Creeks Preserve

4575 Wallbridge Road, Northwood

 

We will be on the hunt for owls, especially Ohio’s largest resident owl. We will start indoors for a short talk and then hit the trail for some owl calling. Dress for the weather, cancelled for high winds or rain.

 

Say it forever and leave a legacy with a Commemorative Trail Brick.

 

3 lines of text on a 4 x 8″ brick = $100

5 lines of text on an 8 x 8″ brick = $125

 

 

Find an order form here.

Pick up your 2019 Passport to the Parks at the Park District Headquarters, or any of our park kiosks. This self-stamping passport is a fun way to keep track of the great activities you participate in! Once you have collected 10 or 20 stamps you can redeem your passport at the park district headquarters for great prizes!