Program Guide

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Program Guide

TROPARKS
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Program Guide
JULY
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AUGUST
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SEPTEMBER
2009
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Contents
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Summer Camps
About Metroparks
Open for the Season
Special Events
Free Sunday Sampler
Metrobarks, page 6
Nature Programs
11 Nature Programs for Kids
14 Nature Photography Programs
17 History Programs
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20 History Programs for Kids
18 Year of the Trail
22 Wildwood Manor House Programs
22 Toledo Botanical Garden Programs
23 Nature’s Nursery Programs
23 Volunteer Programs
page 11
25 Volunteer Opportunities
25 Friends Groups
27 Members Programs
28 Program
Index
NEW!
33 Contacts
34 Directory
Nature For Kids
Helping Hands, page 23
Park Hours
Reservations
Phone reservations: 419-407-9700
Online reservations: MetroparksPrograms.com
Program hotline/Cancellations: 419-407-9771
Facility Rentals, page 28
Reservation Form, page 31
Volunteer Services 419-407-9703
PROGRAMS LISTED BY DATE AT METROPARKSPROGRAMS.COM
Summer Camps
Memories Are Made At Metroparks Summer Camps
Nature Camp (Ages 7 to 12)
Nature Camp is a week of nature discovery
and exploration for kids with fun activities, games, living history and stewardship
projects. Each day has a different focus. It’s
a great educational experience for children
who enjoy nature, history and the outdoors.
Home base is Wildwood Preserve, with two
days of field trips to enjoy swimming, fishing,
boating, wildlife watching, nature hiking
and fossil hunting. Metroparks and program
partners will provide exciting trips to Fossil
Park, The Canal Experience at Providence
Metropark and Olander Park.
Camp will be held rain or shine with plenty
of rainy day options. Equipment, supplies
and field trip transportation provided. Due to limited space, campers may only attend one
session. Participants must be 7 to 12 years
old during the session.
Wildwood Preserve, Metroparks Hall
All sessions Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Fee: $95 | Reservations
Session 3: July 6 - July 10
Session 6: August 3 - August 7
NEW! Kids Nature Photo Camp
Kids will have an excellent adventure in
exploring nature and capturing those wild
moments with cameras. A limited number
of cameras are available to borrow during
camp. Hosted at the National Center for
Nature Photography.
Secor, Secor Room
All sessions Monday - Thursday, 5 to 9 p.m.
July 6 - July 9, Ages 12-16
NEW! Teen Adventure Camp
(Ages 12-16)
Challenge yourself through exciting outdoor
activities, develop leadership skills and
meet great new friends all while exploring
the natural environment of northwest Ohio.
Day themes will include wilderness survival,
Maumee River exploration by canoe, habitat
restoration and more.
All sessions Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
July 13 - July 17
Applications for financial assistance are available
for all summer camps. Call 419-407-9700.
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Welcome
Quality, Low-Cost
Programs For All
M
etroparks is committed to
providing low-cost or free
educational programming
for people of all ages with a wide
variety of interests.
Our new Sunday Sampler programs are
examples of free programs designed
for families and individuals looking to
do something different on a Sunday or
Thursday evening.They include a tour of
the historical Stranahan estate, an “insect
safari,” an autumn color tour and walks
at the Fallen Timbers Monument and
Side Cut canal locks.
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Other programs listed in this guide have
fees attached to them.These fees help
offset the cost of programs. We think our
quality programs are a great value,
especially when compared to fees
charged by other organizations. We have
an accredited, award-winning staff of
program presenters and some of the
best locations you will find to discover
the natural and historical gems here in
northwest Ohio.
It’s important to us to get your feedback
regarding our programs and fees. Please
let us know your suggestions, what you
like and what you don’t. Call us at
419-407-9700, or visit us at MetroparksToledo.com.
About Metroparks
Metroparks of the Toledo Area is a
regional system of premier natural,
historical and cultural parklands. A public
agency serving Lucas County, Metroparks
maintains parks and conservation areas
totaling 10,500 acres. The park district’s
mission is to enhance our quality of life
and inspire preservation efforts in this and
future generations.
Hours of Operation
All Metroparks open daily, 7 a.m. until
dark. Admission: Free. Other hours and
fees apply to specific attractions.
Programs
Metroparks programs and activities encompass a wide variety of interests
related to the park district’s purpose.
Programs are open to everyone. Children must be accompanied by adults
unless noted as a drop-off program.
If you have a disabling condition and would like information and
support for accessibility to programs,
services, facilities or applying for a job at
Metroparks, call 419-407-9700. Trail Partner volunteers or interpreters are available
upon request.
Metroparks Trails
Trails in each of the Metroparks offer a
variety of distances and experiences, from
winding dirt paths through the woods and
prairies, to hard-surface all-purpose trails
suitable for bicycling and skating. Oak
Openings Preserve also has horse trails.
Have a great summer exploring
your beautiful Metroparks.
2009 is the Year of the Trail
See page 18.
Open For The Season
Wildwood Manor House
Built in the1930s in the Georgian Colonial
style, the Manor House and grounds, now
Wildwood Preserve, was the family estate
of Robert A. Stranahan, co-founder of the
Champion Spark Plug Co., and his wife, Page.
Tour Hours: noon to 5 p.m. Saturday and
Sunday. (By reservation during the week.)
Free
(See Wildwood Manor House listing for
programs and special events)
National Center for Nature
Photography
Located inside Secor Metropark, the Photography Center is the only center of
its kind in the country. Exhibits feature the
work of some of the nation’s premier nature
photographers.
Hours: noon to 5 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays (and during special events)
Free
(See Nature Photography listing for
workshops and special exhibits)
Historic Shipman Garden at the Manor House.
Oak Grove School
The Oak Grove School, located at the East
Entrance to Wildwood Preserve, is open
seasonally for visitors to learn what it was
like to attend a one‑room school. (Call for
reservations).
Free
(See History listing for programs)
The Canal Experience
Visit this unique educational attraction
just across the Maumee River from Grand
Rapids. Enjoy a 45-minute cruise aboard The
Volunteer, an authentic canal boat, as you
step back in time to 1876. Stop at the Isaac
Ludwig Mill to see how water power is used
to saw logs and grind grain, and finish your
visit with a stop at the General Store.
Hours: June - August, Wednesday - Friday, 11 a.m. - 4pm; Saturday, Noon - 4 p.m. September - October, Wednesday - Friday, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.; Saturday, Noon - 4 p.m.
Mill Hours: June - August, Wednesday - Friday, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Saturday, Noon - 5 p.m. September - October, Wednesday
- Friday, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.; Saturday, Noon - 5 p.m.
Open July 4, 2009
Prices: Canal boat tickets $6 adults, $5 seniors (60 and over), $4 children (3 to 12);
ages two and under Free. Mill tours Free.
Side Cut Explorer
Board the 12‑passenger, wheelchair accessible tram for a ride along the Maumee
River and canal tow‑path. Every Tuesday,
May through October. Groups can schedule
separate times for a nominal fee.
Side Cut, Riverview parking lot
Tuesdays, July 7, 14, 21, 28, August 4, 11, 18,
25, September 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Departure times: 10 a.m. and 11:15 a.m.
(Group reservations can be scheduled at a
separate time. Call 419-407-9700 for fees
and reservations.)
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Special Events
Arts Gone Wild
Celebrate Toledo’s artistic instincts at Arts
Gone Wild! This two-day summer festival,
August 7-8, explores the many diverse
cultural offerings found in the Toledo Area.
Each day of Arts Gone Wild will feature free
performances and hands-on activities.
Friday, August 7- Saturday, August 8,
10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Toledo Botanical Garden
Free
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Pearson 75th Anniversary/
Pearson North Dedication
Celebrate the past and future of Pearson at
this 75th anniversary celebration and dedication of Pearson North. Visit the restored Johlin Cabin, an authentic Great Black Swamp
home; enjoy an ice cream social; classic
cars; a model boat exhibition; pedal boats on
the pond; music; food; and more. The event
begins with the formal dedication of Pearson
North at 2 p.m. at the new Seaman Road
entrance. Festivities continue until 6 p.m. at
the Packer-Hammersmith Center.
Sunday, August 30, 2 to 6 p.m.
Pearson
MetroBarks
MetroBarks is the perfect summer event
for you and your canine companion. Come
to Secor Metropark for a tail-waggin’ good
time for the whole family. Enjoy a variety
of pooch-approved vendors and activities.
Dogs will feel like royalty for the day as
they strut around the park or compete in
various contests. You might even find a new
best friend courtesy of the participating dog
rescue organizations. Sponsors include The
Andersons, The Toledo Humane Society,
Toledo Kennel Club, Planned Pethood and
Toledo Blade.
Saturday, August 22, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Secor Metropark
Free
10th Annual Al Wagener Memorial
Golf Classic
This annual fundraiser includes a luncheon and prizes for teams and skill
challenges. Proceeds benefit Audubon
Islands, a State Nature Preserve in the Maumee River that is part of Side Cut Metropark. Shotgun start at 8 a.m. For
reservations, call 419-407-9727.
Saturday, September 5, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Riverby Hills Golf Club
Fee: $75 per person
The Andersons Pack the Parks 2009
Pack the car, pack the kids and “Pack the
Parks” at our 4th Annual Family Celebration packed with competitions, high school
bands and cheerleaders, refreshments and
more!
Swan Creek and Wildwood
Free
Volunteers are needed to help with these
special events. Call 419-407-9703.
NEW!
Free Sunday Sampler
Bring your picnic dinner and spend
Sunday evenings with your family in
one of northwest Ohio’s most scenic settings.
A different experience is offered each week.
Wildwood Preserve, Visitor Center
Free
Estate Tour
Explore the horse stables, pool cabanas,
and limousine garage at the former Stranahan
Estate with this leisurely walking tour. Historical photos and stories from former workers
at the estate bring the grounds to life. See how
Metroparks preserved the estate while adapting it for public use. This is a walking tour.
Sunday, July 5, August 2, September 6;
5 to 6:30 p.m.
Wildwood Preserve, Manor House
Insect Safari
Go buggy! There are at least one million
different species of insects in the world.
Learn how many of them live in Wildwood’s
meadow and why they are so successful.
Sunday, July 19, 5 to 6 p.m.
Butterflies in Your Backyard
Discover how to recognize a few of the captivating creatures that visit our backyards and sometimes call them home. Sunday, August 9, 5 to 6 p.m.
Geocache Adventure
Go on an adventure using GPS to search
for hidden geocaches and solve clues in
the park with the help of a naturalist. Bring
your own GPS or borrow one of ours.
Squirrels and Acorns
Learn about Ohio native squirrels and acorns.
Seeds A-Poppin’
Learn the many ways seeds can travel. Go
on a nature walk to search for different
seeds found in our parks.
Sunday, September 13, 5 to 6 p.m.
Amazing Autumn
As the trees begin to glow with fall color,
take a walk to discover how the park and its
inhabitats prepare for winter.
Sunday, September 20, 5 to 6 p.m.
Tree ID by Leaves, Bark and Nuts
Discover three ways to identify local trees
while enjoying fall color.
Sunday, September 27, 5 p.m. to 6 a.m.
Prairie Flower Power
Walk through Wildwood’s amazing prairies
to discover the colorful array of summer
blooms.
Birds of a Feather
Ever wonder what types of birds you can
attract to your yard? Learn 5 simple steps to
fill your backyard with song.
Sunday, July 26th, 5 to 6 p.m.
Summer Celebration
Enjoy your last summer weekend by hitting
the trail to discover Wildwood’s best places.
Sunday, August 30th, 5 to 6 p.m.
Reservations: 419-407-9700 OR METROPARKSPROGRAMS.COM
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Nature
Programs
Spend time in the field with Metroparks
naturalists. Programs are canceled during
inclement weather. No dogs allowed.
In the Park after Dark
Glimpse nature at night by the light
of the full moon on this naturalist guided exploration. Owl calling, storytelling and night
sky interpretation included. Swan Creek
Preserve, Airport Highway parking lot
Fee: $5 | Children ages 2-16 $2 (Metroparks members $4)
Reservations
Tuesday, July 7, 9:30 to 10:30 p.m.
Wednesday, August 5, 9 to 10 p.m.
Friday, September 4, 8:30 to 9:30 p.m.
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Metroparks Seniors
A monthly program especially for those 60
and older. Refreshments provided. Cosponsored by West Park Place.
Rare and Endangered Animals
Learn about North American and Ohio endangered species and what is being done
to protect them. Optional walk to follow.
Wednesday, July 8, 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Wildwood Preserve, Ward Pavilion
Nature’s Color Palette
All the colors of the rainbow can be seen
in the flora and fauna of the Oak Openings Region. To remember the colors,
just think “Roy G. Biv.” See them on a
slideshow first and we’ll search for those
colors on our walk.
Secor Metropark, Secor Room
Wednesday, August 12, 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Snakes Alive
Many myths and mysteries revolve around
these misunderstood animals.
Wednesday, September 9, 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Citizen Scientist Butterfly Training
Learn to be native butterfly citizen science
volunteers. We will introduce you to butterfly
monitoring protocol through a Powerpoint
presentation and data sheet instruction. We
will put research into practice by walking a
current butterfly transect.
Thursday, July 9, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Oak Openings Preserve, Oak Openings
Lodge
Free
Bird Hike for Adults
Bird lovers will enjoy these monthly outings to explore the avian world. Program
participants develop a keen eye for spotting
the wide variety of birds that live or migrate
through the region. Bring your binoculars
and field guides.
Free
Saturday, July 11, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m.
Oak Openings Preserve, Buehner Center
Porch
Saturday, August 8, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m.
Blue Creek Conservation Area, White Barn
on Schadel Road
Saturday, September 12, 8:30 to
10:30 a.m.
Secor Metropark, National Center for
Nature Photography
Catch the birding bug on monthly bird hikes.
Farnsworth has an accessible fishing platform.
Accent on Accessibility
A monthly easy‑access program that pairs
individuals with disabilities and trained
volunteers for a variety of experiences in the
Metroparks.
Reservations
Garden Tour
Move through the beautiful shade, pioneer, and rose gardens. See how gardens provide wildlife habitat
Wednesday, July 15, 10:30 a.m. to Noon
Toledo Botanical Garden, parking lot
Fee: $2
Canal Boat
Wednesday, August 19, 10:30 a.m. to Noon
Providence, Historic Area parking lot
Fee: $6 adults, $5 seniors(60 and over)
$4 children (3 to 12): ages 2 and under
Free
Fishing
Cast for fish from the accessible dock.
Wednesday, September 16, 10:30 a.m.
to Noon
Pearson, Parking Lot #1
Fee: $2
Maumee River Canoe Float
Explore the scenic Maumee River from a
perspective you may not have experienced
before ‑ by canoe. For adults and children
11 and older. All minors must be in the
same canoe as their legal guardian. Two
people per canoe.
Farnsworth, Boat launch
Fee: $10 (Metroparks members $8)
Reservations
Saturday, July 18, 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Saturday, August 15, 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Saturday, September 19, 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Meet Me At Metroparks
Join us for this monthly walk featuring
a blend of nature and history seen
along the trails.
Reservations
Down by the Creek Bank
Experience the plant and animal life
along Swan Creek while learning how
time and people have changed the
park.
Thursday, July 16, 6 to 8 p.m.
Swan Creek, Yager Center
About Face! Forward March!
On the anniversary of the battle which
changed the course of history in Ohio
learn about why Fallen Timbers was
such an important moment in our history. Includes a walk across the
new pedestrian bridge to the actual
battlefield site.
Thursday, August 20, 6 to 8 p.m.
Side Cut, Fallen Timbers Monument
Lock Walk
Walk through nature and history learning how the environment of
Northwest Ohio dictated settlement and
how the once empty locks transported
goods and people to the bustling town
of Maumee.
Thursday, September 17, 7 to 8:30
p.m.
Side Cut, Overlook at Lamb Center
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Incredible Insects: An Introduction
to the Most Successful Group of
Animals on Earth
Are you crazy for insects? Buggy for bugs?
Do your friends look at you strangely when
you become entranced by the crawly critters
and frequent flyers in your garden instead
of the flowers? This is the program for you!
There will be an indoor presentation on recognizing the eight most common orders of
insects. Learn these and you will become the
recognized “bugologist” in your group. We
will also take time to test your new identification skills in the meadow.
Saturday, July 25, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Free | Reservations
Audubon Islands Canoe Excursion
Make the most of a rare opportunity to
visit Ohio’s only river island state nature
preserve. A leisurely evening on the river
should provide some great wildlife viewing
so bring your binoculars. For adults and
children 12 and older. All minors must be
in the same canoe as their legal guardian.
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Two people per canoe. Program canceled if
water is high.
Reservations
Thursday, July 30, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Thursday, August 27, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Adopt‑An‑Acre Tour
Take a tour of some natural areas that have
been adopted by different groups to see their
successes. Visit with volunteers that currently work to restore and maintain healthy
wildlife habitats for the Oak Openings region
in their adopted habitats. Learn what areas
are available and what you can do to as a
volunteer of the Metroparks.
Oak Openings Preserve, Mallard Lake
Free | Reservations
Thursday, August 6, 6 to 8 p.m.
Saturday, August 15, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
NEW! Tallgrass Prairie Tour
“The Wondrous Variety of Our Oak
Openings” Join a Metropark naturalist for a
gallery exhibit program featuring stunning
images and the natural history of the plants
and animals that call our globally rare Oak
Openings home. Then step outside to explore Secor Park’s restored tallgrass prairie
‑ an Oak Openings Region highlight.
Secor Metropark, Nature Photography
Center
Reservations
NEW! Teacher Workshop: Butterfly
Encounters: In the Lab, In the Meadow, In the Classroom
The Toledo Zoo and Metroparks are teaming
up to provide a dynamic day of butterflies
for K‑6 educators. This hands‑on workshop
will include a morning at the Toledo Zoo
touring the butterfly conservation/propagation facility to learn about captive breeding.
A program of butterfly basics ‑ including
each participant receiving a butterfly curriculum, DVD and poster. Then travel to
the Oak Openings Preserve to learn about
transects, habitat restoration, how endangered species are reintroduced to the wild,
and view butterflies in their natural habitats.
Visit MetroparksToledo.com or ToledoZoo.
org for the registration form. Call 419708‑1426 or 419 385‑5721, ext 2044 for
more information.
Thursday, August 13, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Fee: $30
Wade the Rapids
Get your feet wet while investigating the
riverbed to discover the amazing world
of gill‑breathing creatures. Wear old lace
up shoes or water socks and clothing that
can get wet. Change of clothes and a towel
recommended. Program canceled if water
is high.
Saturday, August 29, 10 a.m. to Noon
Reservations
Diversity in Outdoor Recreation:
The Many Faces of Conservation
Expert speakers, community leaders and
park professionals will present practical
ideas on promoting diversity in the outdoors. Among the speakers are biologist and
software designer John C. Robinson, author
of Birding For Everyone: Encouraging People of Color to Become Birdwatchers, and
professional photographer Dudley Edmondson, author of Black and Brown Faces in
America’s Wild Places. This conference will
be valuable to teachers, youth group leaders,
community leaders, or anyone involved with
nature or conservation. Co‑sponsored by
Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge, and Black
Swamp Bird Observatory. For more information or to register for the conference,
contact the Black Swamp Bird Observatory
at [email protected] or (419) 898‑4070.
NEW! Moonlight Mile
Let the serenity of nature surround you and
quotes about the night inspire you on this
quiet walk to observe the sunset, moonrise,
and wildlife activity.
Wednesday, September 30, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Wildwood Preserve, Courtyard ‑ Metz Visitor
Center
Reservations
Nature Programs
for Kids
Toddler Trails
(Ages 18 months to 3 years)
An outdoor, multi‑sensory nature play and
exploration every first Wednesday of each
month, especially for ages 18 months to 3
years and their adult companions. (Register
toddler only).
Reservations
Wednesday, July 1, 10 to 11 a.m.
Wednesday, August 5, 10 to 11 a.m.
Wednesday, September 2, 10 to 11 a.m.
Wee Workshop (Ages 3 to 5)
Children and their adult companions spend
quality time outside in nature learning about
a different topic every month at various
Metroparks. Each program includes a fun
activity, a nature walk and a craft.
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Reservations
Turtle Time
You and your child will learn about our
native turtles by exploring their habitat.
Learn what it’s like to be this slow moving
reptile living in our park.
Saturday, July 11, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Rivers and Rocks
You and your child will explore the rocks
to find the creatures living in the Maumee
river.
Saturday, August 8, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Farnsworth, Roche de Bout parking lot
Bring water shoes
On the Wings of a Monarch
Discover the life cycle of the Monarch
butterfly through fun hands on activities.
Then look for them in their habitat.
Saturday, September 5, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Special programs for toddlers are available monthly.
Monarch butterflies are the subject of the September Park Pals.
Park Pals (Ages 3 to 5)
Children and their adult companions read stories, play games, make a craft
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naturalist.
Oak Openings Preserve, Oak Openings Lodge
Reservations
Yellow Perch
Yellow perch and greenside darters are
common fish found in Ohio. We will have
a swimming good time learning about
them. You can fish in Mallard Lake after
the program.
Tuesday, July 21, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Wednesday, July 22, Noon to 1:30 p.m.
Gray-Headed Coneflowers
It is easy to see where the seeds come
from on a Gray-headed Coneflower. Seeds
are important without them we will not
have very many wildflowers next year.
Tuesday, August 18, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Wednesday, August 19, Noon to 1:30 p.m.
Orange Monarchs
Orange Monarch butterflies will soon
begin their fall migration. Let’s give them a
happy send-off.
Tuesday, September 22, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Wednesday, September 23, Noon to
1:30 p.m.
Eco-hikers have fun while learning about stewardship.
Eco‑Hikers (Ages 6 to 12)
Young nature lovers learn about
the ecological and historical importance of
stewardship through the Metroparks with
games, activities and hands-on exploration.
Free | Reservations
Wildwood Preserve, Corey Road parking lot
Side Cut, Riverview Area
Pearson, Packer‑Hammersmith Center
Nature Programs
for Scouts
Calling All Boy Scouts: Environmental
Science Part I
Boy Scouts will work on requirements for
the Environmental Science merit badge.
Rain or shine. A drop-off program. Snacks
provided. Dress for wet walking. Long pants
and bug spray recommended.
Thursday, July 30, 4 to 6:30 p.m.
Calling All Boy Scouts: Environmental
Science Part II
Boy Scouts ranked First Class and above will
work on hands on plot studies and other
requirements for the merit badge. Rain or
shine. A drop-off program. Snacks provided.
Dress for wet walking. Long pants and bug
spray recommended.
Thursday, August 6, 4 to 6:30 p.m.
Programs help scouts earn credit toward advancement.
Calling All Girl Scouts:
Finding Your Way
Junior Girl Scouts will complete 4 of 6 required activities and a service project. Rain or shine. A drop-off program. Dress for wet walking.
Thursday, September 24, 4 to 6:30 p.m.
Oak Openings Preserve, White Oak Shelter
Members Make a Difference
Become a
member. Call
419-407-9700.
Join Today! By becoming a member, you place yourself in
the fields and forests protecting wildlife; help restore natural areas; assist naturalists in classrooms and workshops
to educate children and teachers. Member dollars make a
difference.
As a Metroparks member you will receive two issues a year
of Metroparks Magazine and the Program Guide mailed to
your home, plus discounts on many facility and program
reservation fees.
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Nature
Photography
Programs
The National Center for Nature Photography
located at Secor, holds workshops in the
field at various parks and other locations.
The center’s exhibits are open Saturdays and
Sundays, noon to 5 p.m., free of charge.
America’s National Parks Exhibit
Final Weekend
Come celebrate the 4th of July and our magnificent national parks on the final weekend
of the exhibit “America’s National Parks: A
Monumental Vision” by Clyde Butcher. Bring
your favorite and memorable national park
photos to display and stay for light refreshments and fun.
Saturday, July 4, Noon to 5 p.m.
Secor Metropark, National Center for Nature
Photography
Free
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Monthly programs presented by the club are
open to everyone and typically include a guest
speaker, nature photography instruction and
gallery tours. Light refreshments served.
Friday, July 10, August 14, and September
11 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Photo gallery opens at 6:30 p.m.; program at
7:30 p.m.
Photography
Free
Meet nature photographer David Fitzsimmons July 11th.
Photo by David Fitzsimmons.
New Exhibits Open July 11
Wild Wetlands
Photographs by photographer David
Fitzsimmons, recently named one of five
Sigma Pros in North America, is a close‑up
photographic journey into shallow waters.
A walk through the exhibit will allow
visitors to see wetlands in an exciting new
way. Travel muddy marshes and vital vernal
pools to view wetland wildlife up close.
Nature Photography
Free
Selected Nature Images from the
Greater Cincinnati Photography Clubs
This exhibit will feature a collection of
prints curated by Cincinnati award winning nature photographer Jerry Fritsch.
Nature Photography
Free
The Wondrous Variety of Our
Oak Openings
This exhibit will feature a collection of
prints by NCNP Director Art Weber and
Bob Jacksy, Metroparks naturalist featuring plants and animals that call our globally rare Oak Openings home. The Oak
Openings Region harbors a wide variety of
habitats. Especially rare are the wet sand
prairies, sand barrens, and oak savannas.
Nature Photography
Free
Meet David Fitzsimmons and See His
Presentation on Wild Wetlands
Meet SigmaPro nature photographer Dave
Fitzsimmons. Attend his presentation on
“Wild Wetlands” at 1 p.m. then view his new
gallery exhibit and visit with him from 2 to 3 p.m. Light refreshments served.
Saturday, July 11, 1 to 3 p.m.
Photography
Free
Midwest Oak Savanna
& Woodland Conference
July 29 - August 1 ~ Lourdes College
Presentations on oak savanna
research, stewardship.
Sessions on education and
outreach.
Scott Weidensaul, author, will
discuss his book, “Return to
Wild America.”
Additional presentations by
Roger Anderson, Illinois State
University, and Bill Stanley,
The Nature Conservancy.
Field trips to sites within the
Oak Openings region and
beyond.
Rick Van Noy, author, will
discuss “A Natural Sense of
Wonder: Connecting Kids with
Nature through the Seasons”.
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Details and registration:
MetroparksToledo.com
Be Part of History
75th Anniversary Celebration
Pearson Metropark • August 30, 2009, 2 to 6 p.m.
Celebrate the past and future of Pearson
at this 75th anniversary celebration and
dedication of Pearson North. Visit the
restored Johlin Cabin, an authentic Great
Black Swamp home. Enjoy an ice cream social,
classic cars, a model boat exhibition, pedal
boats on the pond, music, food and more.
The event begins with the formal dedication
of Pearson North at 2 p.m. at the new Seaman
Road entrance. Festivities continue until
6 p.m. at the Packer-Hammersmith Center.
Oak Openings Photo Primer:
Mid‑Summer Prairie
The tallgrass prairie is one of the most
fascinating habitats of the Oak Openings
region. Nature Photo Center Director Art
Weber and naturalist‑photographer Bob
Jacksy will introduce you to the unique and
beautiful plants and animals of the prairie
from mid‑summer through fall in a series of
nature shoots. Along the way will be plenty
of tips for photographing them. Cameras
with close‑up capability recommended.
Thursday, July 16, 6:30 to 9 p.m.
Oak Openings Preserve, Buehner Center Porch
Reservations
Macro Photography Workshop:
Prairie Wildflowers and Incredible
Insects
With the right techniques and inspired creativity you can create vital, vibrant close-up
images of nature just like the pros. Sigma pro
photographer David Fitzsimmons will share
his time-proven macro field techniques on
choosing subjects, selecting equipment, and
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creating great compositions. Includes indoor
sessions, field demonstrations, and outdoor
hands-on instruction. Kohne Camera and
Sigma will have Sigma demo lenses and ring
lights for use. Sigma equipment discounted
for participants. Lunch not provided.
Saturday, July 25, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Oak Openings Preserve, Oaks Lodge
Registration
Nature Shoot: Hummingbirds
Hummingbirds, those colorful flying jewels,
are one of the most fascinating birds to observe at close range. For this program blinds
are erected near active feeders to provide opportunities for both close‑up photos and personal observation of these amazing animals.
A second session will be offered at 5 p.m. Call
419‑407‑9757 to register for that session.
Minimum 200mm lens recommended.
Thursday, July 30, 10 a.m. to Noon
Thursday, August 6, 10 a.m. to Noon
Secor Metropark, Nature Photography Center
Fee:$25 (Metroparks members $20)
Reservations
Learn from a pro how to take great nature photos at an
introduction program.
Oak Openings Photo Primer:
The Tallgrass Prairie
The tallgrass prairie is one of the most fascinating habitats of the Oak Openings region.
In this second prairie shoot of the season,
Nature Photo Center Director Art Weber
and naturalist‑photographer Bob Jacksy will
introduce you to the unique and beautiful
plants and animals of the prairie. Along
the way will be plenty of tips for capturing
them in great photos. Cameras with close‑up
capability recommended.
Monday, August 17, 6:30 to 9 p.m.
Oak Openings Preserve, Buehner Center Porch
Reservations
Introduction to Taking Great Nature
Photos
Start with the basics of photography and, in
four indoor sessions, work through such
topics as making proper exposures, selecting
the right lens, compositions, and developing
your own style. Each Monday class session
is followed by a Thursday field session from
7 to 9 p.m. at various locations to practice
what is discussed. First session concentrates
on basic camera operations and elements
of proper exposure. Second session: more
basics, metering, proper lens selection. Third
session: Composition. Fourth: Summary and
review, critique of field session photos.
Monday, August 24 - Monday, September
28, 7 to 9 p.m.
Reservations
Nature Shoot: Butterflies
The Oak Openings summer meadows and
prairies are alive with butterflies. Nature
Photo Center director and naturalist‑photographer Bob Jacksy will lead participants on
a journey into the best of these areas for one
last time while these beautiful insects are
still abundant.
Thursday, September 3, 6 to 8 p.m.
parking lot
Reservations
Reception for Visiting Artist Dudley
Edmondson
Join the Nature Photography Center in welcoming noted nature photographer and author Dudley Edmondson as
we open his digital exhibit, “Images
Celebrating Wilderness, Wild Things and
the Human Spirit.” This is a free public
reception co‑hosted by the Black Swamp
Birding Observatory. Light refreshments
served.
Friday, September 25, 6 to 8 p.m.
Center
Free
History
Programs
Party Like Its 1876
Experience the Centennial celebration like
never before as you and your family celebrate the nation’s birthday. Big wheels will
be turning at the Isaac Ludwig Mill so stop in
and see water power grind the finest flour in
the county. Join in the festivities by banding
together in a three‑legged race or searching
through the straw stack for pennies. For a nominal fee, adventure with your family,
abroad “The Volunteer,” down the Miami
and Erie Canal and listen to tales from life
long ago. The canal boat, “The Volunteer,”
departs the dock every hour between noon
and 4 p.m. and tickets are required to ride.
Providence, Kimble’s Landing
Vintage Base Ball
Enjoy an afternoon of leisure and sport as
you watch the Sylvania Great Black Swamp
Frogs play an 1860s “base ball match” vs.
Woodstock Actives.
Wildwood Preserve, Playground Area
Free
Calm to Conflict
Remember fallen heroes and gain insight
into the lifestyle of an average Civil War
soldier. Enlist with the 14th Ohio Volunteer
Infantry and board their military transport,
the canal boat, the Volunteer. Transporting
troops and supplies from Toledo to Cincinnati, passengers will hear stories of the
soldiers as they prepare to enter the war.
Reservations
Dudley Edmonson is also a featured speaker at the
Diversity in Outdoor Recreation Conference on
September 26 (see page 11).
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TROPARKS
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Year of the Trail
Pick Up Your Passport To Document Your Experiences
Look for the Year of the Trail icon next to programs listed in this issue of the Program Guide. These events are part of this year’s
educational emphasis on trails. Then, pick
up your Year of the Trail Passport to keep
track of the programs you’ve attended.
Bring your passport to any Year of the
Trail program to be stamped. At the end
of the year, turn in a passport with 10
stamps and you will be invited to a special
event with food and entertainment, plus
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t-shirt will be available to others for a fee
depending on the number of stamps they
turn in.)
Get your passport now at any Metropark
or from the program leader at any Year of
the Trail program. You can also sign up at
MetroparksToledo.com to receive periodic
Year of the Trail email newsletters, which
will list related programs and provide
other trail tips.
Full Passports
When your passport is full, call 419-4079727 to make your reservation for our
special event for passport participants.
Trails In Every Park Offer A Variety Of Experiences
From a 0.3 mile trail around a woodland
pond at Secor to the 16-mile hiking trail
at Oak Openings, trails are a common
ingredient in every Metropark. Trails vary
in length and are marked with a color
“blaze” system. Most trails loop back to
where they began and some have short
and long loops to choose from. The starting point for a trail is called a trailhead.
Often in the Metroparks, a trailhead will
lead walkers to multiple trail options.
Find a list of trails and lengths at MetroparksToledo.com. On the front page,
select Park Trails from the Explore menu.
More Online
Visit MetroparksToledo.com for more about
Year of the Trail.
Explore the Black Swamp
Celebrate the 75th anniversary of Pearson
Metropark with a walk through northwest Ohio’s last remaining piece of the
notorious Great Black Swamp. The Wood
Thrush Trail (blue) and Black Swamp
Trail (orange) both begin at the PackerHammersmith Center in the middle of
the park. Each looped trail is 1.3 miles
in length and takes about 30 minutes to
walk. The Black Swamp Trail also has a
0.8 mile loop for a quicker nature break.
Both trails will lead you back in time to
the days when the swamp blanketed much
of the region. Notice the dense hardwoods, including red maples, sycamores,
basswood, cottonwood and oaks, many of
them older than the park itself. Beneath
the towering trees, an under story of
growth includes spicebush, musclewood,
pawpaw, prickly ash, elderberry and dogwood – species that thrive in the moist,
fertile soils.
Keep an eye out for woodpeckers, orioles,
red-eyed vireo, ovenbirds, Acadian flycatchers and other birds – maybe even a
screech owl or sharp-shinned hawk.
Oak Openings Horse Trail
One of the most popular trails for horse
riding in Ohio is located right here in the
Metroparks, at Oak Openings Preserve.
The preserve has 14.5 miles of horse
trails, while the adjacent Maumee State
Forest has 15 additional miles of trail to
explore.
A Horse Riders Center is located on Jeffers Road with ample parking for trailers, restrooms, water, hitching posts
and a picnic shelter with grills.
Horsemen enjoy Oak Openings because
of the unique habitat, which is unlike any
other in the state, with sandy soils and
dunes, oak woodland, prairie and oak
savannas. The uncommon combination
creates a beautiful blend of scenery and
species found only a few places in the
world.
Volunteers patrol the trail on horseback
to provide information and assistance to
trail users. Watch for the yellow shirts of
the Volunteer Trail Patrol.
For more information, visit MetroparksToledo.com.
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Hammer Time
Visit the Isaac Ludwig Mill and watch renowned blacksmith Don Witzler forge silver
into bracelets, pendants and other decorative and useful items. This unique process
involved annealing sterling silver which is
then hammered into its final form.
Providence, Isaac Ludwig Mill
Free
Tinkering with Tin
Join Don Rasmusson as he shows us the
secrets of the forgotten trade, tinsmithing.
Working with historic tin making tools,
Rasmusson makes candleholders and lamps
to inspire us all to craft our own treasures
at home.
Saturday, July 18, July 25, September 19;
1 to 4 p.m.
Free
Kernel of Truth
Try your hand at corn shelling. Want to
know how? Come to Providence Metropark
and see the power of corn in action through
historic baking, crafts and demonstrations.
See how our ancestors harnessed the power
of the mighty Maumee and put the river to
work grinding our corn. Take home some
freshly ground corn meal and test your new
knowledge in your own kitchen.
Saturday, August 15, 1 to 4 p.m.
Free
A Night in a Wigwam
You’ve never camped like this before! After
a night at Siegert Lake your family will never
see camping the same way again. The whole
family will have to pitch in to build your
wigwam, just like the Native Americans once
did here on the banks of the Maumee. Family game night takes a twist as you compete
in Native American games and then bed
down in the wigwam you built together. Four
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the Canal experience
Providence Metropark • Grand Rapids, Ohio
• Living history characters.
• Trips aboard a real canal boat.
• Tours of the historic Ludwig Mill.
• Shopping in The General Store.
Providence Metropark
Grand Rapids, Ohio
• Living history characters.
• Trips aboard a real canal boat.
• Tours of the historic Ludwig Mill.
• Shopping in The General Store.
Hours: June - August, Wednesday - Friday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, noon to 4 p.m.
Hours: May - June, Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.,
September - October, Wednesday - Friday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.,Saturday, noon to 4 p.m.
Saturday, noon to 4 p.m., Closed Sundays.
Prices: Canal boat tickets $6 adults, $5 seniors (60 and over),
Prices: Canal boat tickets $6 adults, $5 seniors (60 and over),
$4 children (3 to 12); ages two and under Free. Mill tours Free.
$4 children (3 to 12); ages two and under Free. Mill tours Free.
Metroparkstoledo.com
wigwams are available for families of six.
To register, please call 419‑407-9849. For
adults and children 5 and older.
Friday, August 21- Saturday, August 22;
7 p.m. to 10 a.m.
Side Cut, Siegert Lake parking lot
Carving and Not Starving
Ever wonder how Americans survived without microwaves and take‑out food? Mark
Segaard will forge colonial cookware all
afternoon with toasters, roasters and other
period cooking equipments on display at the
Isaac Ludwig Mill. As an added bonus, Karen
Segaard demonstrates her woodcarving
prowess creating caricatures and more.
Saturday, August 22, 1 to 4 p.m.
Free
Towpath Trails and Tales
Celebrate the canal era that shaped
the prosperity of Ohio. For a nominal fee, journey along the banks of the restored Miami and Erie Canal in the mule-drawn
canal boat, The Volunteer. Visit the Isaac
Ludwig Mill for some stone‑ground cornmeal, and shop the General Store.
Celebrate the history of the Miami and Erie
Canal by enjoying carious activities, crafts,
demonstrations, and stories.
Saturday, September 12, 1 to 4 p.m.
Free
Open House
Children of all ages, visit Oak Grove School
and delight your senses as you experience
an authentic 1890s one room school. School
marms dressed in period clothing will explain the methods of teaching during the end
of the nineteenth century. You are welcome
to slide into the desks, work on slate boards,
and open a McGuffey reader to practice your
spelling skills. Just remember to behave,
discipline had to be strict when dealing with
eight grades in one building.
Wildwood, Oak Grove School
Free
Your family can spend the night in a real wigwam
August 21.
Underground Railroad Lantern
Tour
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Experience a night of dramatic history and
discover northwest Ohio’s important role
in battling slavery. On this walking tour,
historical figures transport you back in time
to share two very different stories. Both
tales span generations as one follows a slave
family from Africa to Canada, while the other
chronicles an abolitionist family’s difficult
journey from England to Sylvania, Ohio.
These very different stories are fated to collide in northwest Ohio.
Harroun Park
Fee : $5 (Metroparks members $4)
Reservations needed
Slicing through Steel
Be amazed when Don Witzler coaxes the
beauty of steel to the surface as he forges
Damascus knife blades. The process involves
layering and hammering steels of varying
hardness to create amazing patterns.
Free
Volunteer
Programs
Nature’s
Nursery
Nature’s Nursery is a non-profit wildlife
rehabilitation and conservation education organization located at the Blue Creek
Conservation Area, a Metroparks property
in Whitehouse. Found an injured animal?
Call 419-877-0060. Education programs for
adults and youth may be scheduled at your
classroom or assembly, community group,
church or business for meetings, keynotes
and in-service. Many presentations include
slides and wildlife demonstrations. For details, call 419-877-0060 or visit our website
at www.natures-nursery.org
Open Houses
A great opportunity to get to know Nature’s
Nursery and Blue Creek.
Second Sunday of each month, May through
September, 1 to 5 p.m.
Helping Hands
Jump into summer by helping naturalists
and land management staff restore a globally rare Oak Savanna. Program canceled if
weather is stormy. Long pants, work gloves,
and sturdy shoes are recommended. Great
for service hours. Groups welcome.
Free | Reservations
Saturday, July 11, 9 to 11 a.m.
Saturday, August 1, 9 to 11 a.m.
Saturday, September 12, 9 to 11 a.m.
porch
Saturday, July 25, 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Saturday, August 22, 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Saturday, September 26, 10 a.m. to
2:30 p.m.
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Get your hands dirty while making a difference at a Helping Hands workday.
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Friends & Partners
Volunteer Naturalist Training
Nature interpretation, seasonal plant and
animal cycles, and Northwest Ohio natural
history is the focus of this monthly, outdoor
field study at various Metroparks locations.
Recommended for Metroparks walk leaders,
Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalists, and
Volunteer Trail Patrol.
Free | Reservations
Farnsworth, Roche de Bout parking lot
Friends groups support Metroparks in many
ways, from work projects to fundraising to
hosting educational programs and special events. All meetings and programs by
Friends groups are open to everyone.
Volunteers for Seed Collecting
Fall seed collecting is necessary for replenishing our Oak Openings plants in the
prairies and meadows. This is a fun activity
for families, individuals, and groups while
learning about the Oak Openings rare plants
that are necessary to keep habitats native
and healthy.
Free | Reservations
Wednesday, September 9, 6 to 7 p.m.
Center
Center
Noon
porch
Center
Noon
Porch
Center
Friends of Pearson
What would you like to do at a park?
Imagine what you wish you could do. Join
the Friends of Pearson at their monthly
meeting and seize your opportunity to help
direct the future of this unique and popular
Metropark.
Pearson, Packer‑Hammersmith Center
Free
Wednesday, July 1, 7 to 8 p.m.
Wednesday, August 5, 7 to 8 p.m.
Fallen Timbers Preservation
Commission
For 200 years the Fallen Timbers Battlefield
lay hidden in plain site. Now that we’ve
found it, what do we do with it? Let your
voice be heard as this volunteer group
works with Metroparks to shape the battlefields fate for the next hundred years. For
more information, email President Randy
Brown at [email protected] or call
567‑336‑6012.
Side Cut, Lamb Center
Free
Tuesday, July 7, 7 to 8 p.m.
Tuesday, August 4, 7 to 8 p.m.
Tuesday, September 1, 7 to 8 p.m.
The Fallen Timbers Preservation Commission is helping
to plan a national historic site.
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Friends of the Lathrop House
Join the Friends of Lathrop for their
bi‑monthly meeting and learn about the
restoration process of the Lathrop House.
Free
Friends of Side Cut
Everyone is welcome to join Friends of Side
Cut at their meetings and activities.
Free
Gardening
If you have a green thumb, help the
Friends maintain the lovely gardens of the
park.
Saturday, August 1, 9 to 10 a.m.
Free
Adopt A Road
Make a new friend while helping to keep
the park beautiful. Meet on River Road
just west of I‑475 overpass.
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Free
Sandpiper Cruise
Cruise from downtown Toledo on the
Sandpiper to Rossford islands and then
back passing under the new Glass City
Veterans Memorial Bridge. The Blade
Outdoor Editor, Steve Pollick, will provide
his unique outlook on the river. Light
refreshments provided. Meet at the foot
of Jefferson Ave. Call 419-897-8663 for
reservations.
Garden Tour
We will carpool to three unique Friends of
Side Cut members gardens. Call 419-8978663 for reservations.
Side Cut, Silver Lake parking lot
Free | Reservations
W.P.A Buildings of the Metroparks
Presented by Metroparks historian, Janet
Rozick.
Free
Autumnal Equinox Walk
Discover the unique alvar area with a
Metroparks Naturalist. Park and meet on
River Road near Jerome Road
Tuesday, September 22, 7 to 8 p.m.
Free
The Friends of Secor
Everyone is welcome to join Friends of Secor
at their meetings and activities.
Free
Welcome Steve Pollick
Steve Pollick, Outdoor Editor for The Toledo Blade will give an exciting talk about
the outdoors. The talk is from 1‑2 p.m.
Monthly meeting follows from 2‑3 p.m.
Members of Friends groups get personally involved in improving the Metroparks.
Potluck
All are welcome and invited to this delicious potluck. Bring a dish to share and
find out what the Friends have been up to.
Prairie Seed Harvest
Join the massive volunteer effort to harvest
seeds for use in the Metroparks restoration efforts. Monthly meeting begins at 7 p.m.
Tuesday, September 15, 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Oak Openings Region Native Plant
Sale
Stock up on gorgeous native plants! You
will help to preserve our local biodiversity
and help to support the Friends of Secor
volunteer efforts at Secor Metropark.
Sunday, September 20, Noon to 4 p.m.
Volunteers in Parks
The VIPs do many things to support Metroparks. Everyone is welcome at all VIP
meetins and activities. If you’re interested in
getting involved contact the VIPs at [email protected].
Pancake Breakfast
Chase the chill of a September morning
by enjoying a hearty breakfast of pancakes
and sausage along with OJ and coffee or
hot chocolate amid the beautiful Fall colors. Indoor seating is available. Proceeds
used for Metroparks projects.
Fee: $4.95 adults/$2.50 children under 12
TAARS
Join members of the Toledo Area Aboriginal
Research Society for their bi-monthly meeting and activities.
Thursday, September 24, 7 to 9:30 p.m.
Free
Seed harvesting is helpful, fun and something anyone
can do.
Members
Programs
Now Boarding! Journey along the banks of the restored Miami and Erie Canal in the mule-drawn canal
boat, The Volunteer, visit the Isaac Ludwig
Mill for some stone ground cornmeal and
shop the General Store. Metropark
Members may pick up their free ticket
to ride the noon canal boat cruise at the
ticketbooth. Following the canal boat ride,
visit the historical millers during the festival
“Kernel of Truth.”
Saturday, August 15, Noon to 5 p.m.
Fee: Free for Members, Noon boat ride only.
Star Watch
Learn more about astronomy and interesting
facts about constellations through an indoor
presentation, followed by an outdoor sky
watch. A telescope will be available for use.
If the sky is not clear, a night hike will be
offered.
Friday, September 18
Oak Openings Preserve, Lodge
Fee: Free for Members/Non-members: $5
Reservations
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Program Index
DATE
July 1
TITLE
PAGE NO.
Toddler Trails
Friends of Pearson 11 25
July 4 Party Like Its 1876
Vintage Base Ball
Exhibit’s Closing Weekend Special Events 17
17
14
July 5 Sunday Sampler: Estate Tour
7
July 6 Kid’s Nature Photo Camp: Session 2
Nature Camp: Session 3
3 3
July 7
In the Park after Dark Side Cut Explorer
Fallen Timbers Preservation Commission Friends of Lathrop House
8
5
25
26
July 8
Metroparks Seniors: Rare and Endangered Animals 8
July 9
The Citizen Scientist Butterfly Training 8
July 10 Naturalists’ Camera Club of Toledo Public Program Noon Tunes
14
22
Calm to Conflict
Bird Hike for Adults
Wee Workshop: Turtle Time!
Meet Photographer David Fitzsimmons and See His Presentation on Wild Wetlands New Exhibits Opening
Friends of Side Cut: Gardening
Helping Hands
17
8 11 14
July 12
Sunday Sampler: Prairie Flower Power
7
July 13
Teen Adventure Camp: Session 2
3 July 14
Side Cut Explorer
Friends of Side Cut: Sandpiper Cruise
5
26 July 15 Accent on Accessibility: Garden Tour
9 July 16
Oak Openings Photo Primer: Mid-Summer Prairie
Meet Me at Metroparks: Down by the Creek Bank
16
9
July 17 Noon Tunes
22
July 18 Hammer Time
Tinkering with Tin
Maumee River Canoe Float
Friends of Side Cut: Garden Tour
20 20
9 26 25
July 19
Sunday Sampler: Insect Safari
The Friends of Secor: Welcome Steve Pollick
7 26
July 20 Nature Camp: Session 4
3 July 21
Side Cut Explorer
Park Pals: Yellow Perch
5
12 July 22
Park Pals: Yellow Perch
12 July 24 Noon Tunes
22
July 11
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26
23
DATE
July 25 TITLE
PAGE NO.
Friends of Side Cut Adopt A Road Tinkering with Tin
Eco-Hikers Incredible Insects: An Introduction to the Most Successful Group of Animals on Earth
Helping Hands Extreme
Macro Photography Workshop: Prairie Wildflowers and Incredible Insects
26
20
12
10
July 26 Sunday Sampler: Birds of a Feather
7
July 27 Nature Camp: Session 5 3
July 28
Side Cut Explorer
5
July 30
Calling All Boy Scouts: Environmental Science Part I Nature Shoot: Hummingbirds
Audubon Island Canoe Excursion 13 16
10
July 31
Noon Tunes 22 August 1 Friends of Side Cut: Gardening
Helping Hands 26
23
August 2
Sunday Sampler: Estate Tour
7
August 3 Nature Camp: Session 6
3
August 4 Side Cut Explorer
Fallen Timbers Preservation Commission
5
25
August 5 Toddler Trails
In the Park after Dark
Friends of Pearson
11
8 25
August 6
Adopt-An-Acre Tour Calling All Boy Scouts: Environmental Science Part II
Nature Shoot: Hummingbirds 10
13
16
August 7 Tea in the Solarium
Arts Gone Wild
22
6
August 8 Wee Workshop: Rivers and Rocks
Bird Hike for Adults 11
8
August 9
Sunday Sampler: Butterflies in Your Backyard
Tallgrass Prairie Tour
7
10
August 10
Nature Camp: Session 7 3
August 11 Side Cut Explorer
5
August 12 Metroparks Seniors: Nature’s Color Palette 8
August 13 Teacher Workshop: Butterfly Encounters: In the Lab, In the Meadow, In the Classroom
10
August 14
Noon Tunes
Naturalists’ Camera Club of Toledo Public Program: Southwestern Views by Jack Lykes 22 14
August 15 Kernel of Truth
Now Boarding!
Adopt-An-Acre Tour Maumee River Canoe Float 20
27
10
9
August 16 Sunday Sampler: Geocache Adventure
7
23
16
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DATE
August 17 TITLE
PAGE NO.
Nature Camp: Session 8 Oak Openings Photo Primer: The Tallgrass Prairie
3
16
August 18
Side Cut Explorer
Park Pals: Grey-Headed Coneflowers
Friends of Side Cut: W.P.A Buildings of the Metroparks
Friends of Secor: Potluck
5
12
26
27
August 19 Park Pals: Grey-Headed Coneflowers
Accent on Accessibility: Canal Boat
12
9 August 20
Meet Me At Metroparks: About Face! Forward March!
9 August 21
A Night in a Wigwam
Noon Tunes
21
22
August 22 Carving and Not Starving
Helping Hands
21
25
23
August 23
Sunday Sampler: Squirrels and Acorns 7
August 24 Introduction to Taking Great Nature Photos
16
August 25
Side Cut Explorer
5
August 27
Audubon Island Canoe Excursion
10
August 28
Noon Tunes
22
August 29
Eco-Hikers Wade the Rapids
12
10
75th Anniversary of Pearson Park
Sunday Sampler: Summer Celebration
6
7
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September 1 Side Cut Explorer
Fallen Timbers Preservation Commission 5
25 September 2 Toddler Trails
Friends of Pearson 11
25
September 3 Nature Shoot: Butterflies
17 September 4 Tea in the Solarium In the Park after Dark
22
8 September 5 Al Wagener Memorial Golf Classic
Wee Workshop: On the Wings of a Monarch Friends of Side Cut: Gardening
6
11
26 September 6 Sunday Sampler: Estate Tour
7
5
September 9 Metroparks Seniors: Snakes Alive! Volunteers for Seed Collecting 8
25 September 11 Naturalists’ Camera Club of Toledo Public Program: 14
Astrophotography of the Solar System and Beyond by Larry Low September 12 Open House
Towpath Trails and Tales
Bird Hike for Adults Friends of Side Cut: Adopt A Road Helping Hands Pancake Breakfast
21
21
8
26
23
27
DATE
TITLE
September 13 Sunday Sampler: Seeds A Poppin’ PAGE NO.
7
The Friends of Secor Prairie Seed Harvest
5
27 September 16 Accent on Accessibility: Fishing Volunteers for Seed Collecting 9
25
September 17 Meet Me At Metroparks: Lock Walk
9
September 18 Star Watch
27
September 19
6
9
25
25
20
Pack the Parks
Maumee River Canoe Float Volunteer Naturalist Training Volunteers for Seed Collecting
Tinkering with Tin
September 20 Sunday Sampler: Amazing Autumn
The Friends of Secor: Oak Openings Region Native Plant Sale
7
27
September 22
22
5
12 26 Collectibles: Back to School
Side Cut Explorer
Park Pals: Orange Monarchs
Friends of Side Cut: Autumn Equinox Walk
September 23 Park Pals: Orange Monarchs
Volunteers for Seed Collecting 12 25
September 24 T.A.A.R.S.
Calling All Girl Scouts: Finding Your Way
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September 25 Reception for Visiting Artist Dudley Edmondson
17 September 26 21
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Lantern Tour: Underground Railroad
Slicing through Steel
Eco-Hikers Diversity in Outdoor Recreation: The Many Faces of Conservation
Helping Hands Volunteers for Seed Collecting September 27 Sunday Sampler: Tree ID by Leaves, Bark and Nuts
7 September 29 Side Cut Explorer
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September 30 Moonlight Mile Volunteers for Seed Collecting 11
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Roche de Bout shelter
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Facility Rentals
Whether you’re planning a board meeting or a baby shower, a team banquet or a family reunion, Metroparks offers a variety of meeting rooms and open shelters to suit your needs.
Metroparks members receive a 20 percent discount on the cost of all facility rentals, any day
of the week. Other discounts may be available on weekdays only for non-profit and senior
citizens organizations, and other government agencies.
*Only one discount per rental may be applied.
Manor House
Reserve all or part of the Wildwood Manor House for your wedding or other special occasion.
Rooms can accommodate as few as 8 to as many as 80 people. The Manor House has several
unique wedding packages to choose from.
Outdoor Weddings
Weddings are welcome in Metroparks public areas by reservation.
For reservations, availability and complete terms and regulations, call the Metroparks reservations
number: 419-407-9700 or visit MetroparksToledo.com. Reservations can be made online.
Board of Park Commissioners
Scott J. Savage, president
Lera Doneghy, Fritz Byers, vice-presidents
Interim Director
Don Rettig
Associate Directors
Denise Johnson, marketing and educational services Cathy Marinelli, human resources and customer service | Carla Westbrook, finance/treasurer
Staff:
Scott Carpenter, public relations director
Editor, Dawn Dickerson, 419-407-9769
Art direction by Jesse Mireles
Production/mailing by Valerie Juhasz
Graphic design by Tamie Spears
Nature photography by Art Weber
Additional photography by Mary Pencheff, Bob Jacksy, Mark Plessner and Howard Camp.
How To Get The Guide
Metroparks publishes this quarterly Program Guide which is distributed directly by mail to members and frequent users, and by request. Programs and news are also sent by email. Sign up here. It’s free.
Name:
Street address:
Your age:
City/State/Zip:
Email address:
Phone Number (optional):
Please:
Put me on your Program Guide mailing list.
Contact me about Volunteer opportunities.
Add me to your “This Week At Metroparks” email list (sent weekly)
I am interested in more information about the following park or topic:
Return to: Metroparks Marketing 5100 W. Central Ave.
Toledo, OH 43615
Or email: [email protected]
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Directory
Metroparks of the Toledo Area
Headquarters
Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday
5100 W. Central Avenue, Toledo, Ohio 43615
Headquarters, Facility and Program Reservations, Weddings and Group Permits:
419-407-9700
Metz Visitors Center: 419-407-9701
Online Program and Facility
Reservations:
Special group and educational programs
can be arranged by calling the program
departments directly:
Nature programs: 419-407-9701
History programs: 419-407-9849
Special Events: 419-407-9727
Nature Photography Center: 419-407-9757
Manor House: 419-407-9849
Canal Experience: 419-407-9741
Your Metroparks:
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Bend View
Blue Creek Conservation Area
Fallen Timbers
Farnsworth
Middlegrounds
Oak Openings Preserve
Pearson
Providence
Secor
Side Cut
Swan Creek Preserve
Toledo Botanical Garden
Wildwood Preserve
Greenways:
University/Parks Trail
Wabash Cannonball Trail
Towpath Trail
Windows On Wildlife:
Oak Openings Preserve, Pearson, Secor, Side
Cut, Wildwood Preserve, Swan Creek Preserve
Attractions:
Buehner Center for the Oak Openings
The Canal Experience at Providence
Lathrop House, Sylvania
National Center for Nature Photography at Secor
Oak Grove School at Wildwood Preserve
Pearson Pedal Boats
Wildwood Manor House
Retail:
General Store, Providence
Rental Facilities:
Picnic shelters and indoor facilities available by reservation
Volunteer Services:
419-407-9703
Visit MetroparksToledo.com for hours,
prices, maps, directions, and to make
program and facility reservations.
Ways To Sign Up For Programs
Many programs require no advance reservations. For those programs
where reservations are needed, there are five ways to sign up.
Online: Register and pay by credit card online at MetroparksToledo.com
By Phone: Call 419-407-9700. An operator or voicemail system will connect you with
the appropriate program department.
In Person: Come to the Visitor Center at Wildwood Preserve, 5100 W. Central Avenue,
weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 3 to 5 p.m., weekends 1 to 5 p.m.
By Mail: Use form below.
* Reservations are made in the order they are received;
By Fax: Use form below.
some programs have limited openings.
Program Reservation Form
Name
Group Name
# Attending
Mailing Address
Phone Number
Email address (to be added to our email list)
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Metroparks Membership:
Family $40 Individual $30 Senior $25 MetroBarks Family $45 MetroBarks Individual $35
Program
Date
Total amount enclosed
Age of attendee Cost (if any)
Please add me to the Program Guide mailing list.
Contact me about Volunteer opportunities.
Mail to: Metroparks Visitor Center, 5100 W. Central Ave., Toledo, OH 43616
Or, fax to: 419-407-9785
Friday, August 7 and Saturday, August 8, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Join local cultural organizations as we celebrate Toledo’s artistic instincts with live performances, demonstrations, hands-on activities
and much more. For more information, visit www.artsgonewild.org.
Free admission and parking.
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Metroparks of the Toledo Area
5100 West Central Avenue
Toledo, OH 43615-2106

Program Guide

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