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Sign up for Winter programs through  Wood County Park District online registration.

January Programs
 
 
 
EcoLit Book Group Meeting
 
Thursday, January 9; 7:00 – 9:30 pm
W.W. Knight Nature Preserve:
Hankison Great Room
29530 White Road, Perrysburg
 
For this meeting, please read My First Summer in the Sierra by John Muir. Group meets once a month. Register for any or all. Discussion leader: Cheryl Lachowski, Teaching Professor, BGSU English Dept. and Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist. 
 
 
 
PiPs – Preschoolers in the Parks: Winter Edition
 
Friday, January 10; 10:00 – 11:00 am
W.W. Knight Nature Preserve:
Friends’ Green Room
29530 White Road, Perrysburg
 
Children 3-6 years of age enjoy a short activity and craft while learning about the winter season. Adult companions must remain with children for this program. Leader: Nicole Sarver
 
 
 
Knitting for Kids
 
Saturday, January 11;
10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Carter Historic Farm
18331 Carter Road, Bowling Green
 
Knitting is not just for Grandmas! It’s not just for girls either! Participants will be taught the basics of knitting and learn how to make a pot holder. Through this program, kids can improve their hand-eye coordination, gain a sense of accomplishment through their craft, connect to their past and develop a new hobby! Leader: Alyssa Garland 
 
 
 
Teenature: Nature at Night
 
Saturday, January 11; 7:00 – 10:00 pm
W.W. Knight Nature Preserve:
Friends’ Green Room
29530 White Road, Perrysburg
 
Visit with and learn how to handle the program animals and experience the park after dark. We’ll enjoy snacks and warm beverages after our nighttime adventure: Leader: Jim Witter 
 
 
 
Introduction to Orienteering
 
Sunday, January 12; 1:00 – 3:00 pm
Bradner Interpretive Center
11491 North Fostoria Road, Bradner
 
Find out what else the magnetic compass can do besides show you which way is north. This reliable low-tech tool can help you get from point A to point B. We will learn the basics indoors and then take it outside on a short orienteering course. Leader: Bill Hoefflin 
 
 
 
The Art of Wandering
 
Saturday, January 12; 1:30 – 3:00 pm
W.W. Knight Nature Preserve
29530 White Road, Perrysburg
 
Adventure, exploration, discovery, and peace are everywhere around us, if only we open ourselves to them. Wandering is about allowing yourself to see what is already here, and then letting what you see, guide you on where to go. Our experience begins with a slow 1 hr. wander. After wandering, Michelle Pelton will guide us on how to use our curiosity & senses to paint what has inspired us. Please dress VERY warmly for the slow wander.
 
 
 
Superb Owls
 
Thursday, January 16; 7:00 – 9:00 pm
W.W. Knight Nature Preserve:
Hankison Great Room
29530 White Road, Perrysburg
 
Get ready for the big game with this program! An educational program with live owls will be presented by Nature’s Nursery. A night hike to look and listen for these elusive creatures with follow.
Leader: Jim Witter
 
 
 
Wild Self-Defense: Cougar
 
Friday, January 17; 6:00 – 8:00 pm
W.W. Knight Nature Preserve:
Friends’ Green Room
29530 White Road, Perrysburg
 
Encountering wildlife is exhilarating, but if you’re not careful it can turn dangerous quickly! Learn all about this large creature, including how to avoid too-close encounters and have a chance at defending yourself from our very own “animal.” Leader: Craig Spicer 
 
 
 
Butternut Squash Pickling
 
Saturday, January 18; 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Carter Historic Farm
18331 Carter Road, Bowling Green
 
Learn to make this Carter Farm favorite and take home a jar of your own! Leader: Corinne Gordon
 
 
 
Winter Bird Count for Kids
 
Winter Bird Count For Kids
Saturday, January 18; 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
W.W. Knight Nature Preserve:
Friends’ Green Room
29530 White Road, Perrysburg
 
We will search out and count as many birds as possible, and then feast on pizza while we make our countdown list.
Leader: Jim Witter
 
 
 
 
Informational Session: Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist Certification Program
 
Tuesday, January 21; 7:00 – 9:00 pm
W.W. Knight Nature Preserve:
Hankison Great Room
29530 White Road, Perrysburg
 
This natural resources education program is coupled with community-based volunteer service. Sessions take place inside and out and include many topics: interpretation, ecology, birds, native plants, mammals, insects, geology, and more!
Co-sponsored by OSU Extension.
Leader: Jim Witter
 
 
 
 
A Stitch in Time Saves Nine
 
Tuesday, January 21; 7:00 – 8:30 pm
Carter Historic Farm
18331 Carter Road, Bowling Green
 
Explore the lost art of mending, a time-honored skill of the Depression Era homemaker. Bring an item to mend, thread, needle and a willingness to learn! Leader: Virginia Dean 
 
 
 
Escape the Nature Center
 
Wednesday, January 22; 6:30 – 8:00 pm
W.W. Knight Nature Preserve:
Hankison Great Room
29530 White Road, Perrysburg
 
Ready for a challenge? Use your wits, nature knowledge, and teamwork skills to solve the puzzles and escape the nature center. Cost: $10/person. Leaders: Bill Hoefflin and Nicole Sarver 
 
 
 
 
Tweeenature: Winter Survival
 
Thursday, January 23; 4:00 – 6:00 pm
W.W. Knight Nature Preserve:
Hankison Great Room
29530 White Road, Perrysburg
 
Learn how animals survive winter and consider how humans might survive winter conditions. We’ll call for owls, excellent winter survivors, at twilight before the program concludes.
Leader: Jim Witter 
 
 
 
 
Wild Skills: Fire-Building
 
Friday, January 24; 6:30 – 8:00 pm
Bradner Nature Preserve:
Shelter house
11491 North Fostoria Road, Bradner
 
Fire is one of the best tools to have on your adventures, providing clean water, heat for cooking and a positive attitude. Learn hands-on how to start and maintain one safely and successfully in a variety of different situations. Leader: Craig Spicer 
 
 
 
 
Arctic Open Archery
 
Saturday, January 25; 12:00 – 3:00 pm 
Arrowwood Archery Range
11126 Linwood Road, Bowling Green
 
Arrows fly in the crisp winter air! Come anytime between 12:00 (noon) and 3:00 pm to give this cool archery a shot. All archery equipment provided, along with brief beginner-friendly instruction from our certified instructors. Leader: Craig Spicer
 
No Registration Needed.
 

 

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