Want to volunteer at Allen County Parks?

We would love to have you!!!!

We need volunteers for all kinds of activities, be it
program help, maintenance help, removal of invasive
species, filling bird feeders, small construction projects, hosts/hostess, anything you’d like to do!!

All potential volunteers for the Allen County Parks
Department must complete a volunteer application
before volunteering. A link to this application can be
found at our website on the Volunteer in the Allen
County Parks page.

What's Happening at Metea County Park?

To view a complete and up-to-date list of activities occurring at Metea Park, please see the Wild Grapevine, available at the Allen County Parks website.

Fall Creek Hike

September 12 , Sunday 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Take a hike with park naturalist, Natalie Haley, and explore scenic Cedar Creek. Pack a lunch (optional) and relax while listening to the tree leaves before they fall. Simple snack provided by naturalist.

Cost $3.00
Pre-register by 9/7
Min. 5
Max. 20

To register or for more information:
Email: nhaley@allencountyparks.org
Call: Natalie Haley @ 449-3246

Little Hike in the Prairie

Sunday, September 5 2:00 PM

See the park prairie in full bloom, and see how we keep it healthy. We’ll learn the names of some prairie plants and the animals that depend on them.

Cost: $2.00
Pre-register by: 9/5
Min: 5
Max: 40

To register or more information:
Email: bdispenza@allencountyparks.org
Call: Bob Dispenza @ 449-8619

Monday Mornings with Michael @ Payton County Park

September 6, Monday 6:00 AM

Greet the day from the beginning and watch the world come alive. A sunrise experiential walk at Metea County Park. Dress weather appropriate, the hiking is easy to moderate, and often wet.

Cost: $2.00
Pre-Register by: 9/2
Min. 1
Max. 15

To register or more information:
Email: mgobert@allencountyparks.org
Call: Michael Gobert @ 449-3777

Monarch Butterfly Family Count

Aug. 31, Tues. 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Come and help us do this scientific investigation by counting eggs and caterpillars.

Cost: $2.00
Please Pre-register
Min: 5
Max: 15

To register or more information:
Email: rdivelbiss@allencountyparks.org
Call Ron Divelbiss @ 449-3778

Fourth Friday Night Hike

August 27, Friday 8:30 PM

Let’s go on a late summer stroll through the evening woods. We’ll be on the lookout (and listenout) for our forest friends. Flashlights optional, insect repellent mandatory.

Cost: $2.00
Pre-register by: 8/24
Min: 5
Max: 50

To register or more information:
Email: bdispenza@allencountyparks.org
Call: Bob Dispenza @ 449-8619

Monarch Butterfly Family Count

Aug 24, Tues., Aug. 31, Tues. 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Come and help us do this scientific investigation by counting eggs and caterpillars.

Cost: $2.00
Please Pre-register
Min: 5
Max: 15

To register or more information:
Email: rdivelbiss@allencountyparks.org
Call Ron Divelbiss @ 449-3778

A Study of Dominance in Field Crickets

August 26, Thursday 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

During this scientific investigation we will learn little known facts about these interesting animals.

Cost: $2.00
Pre-register by: 8/23
Min: 5
Max: 15

To register or more information:
Email: rdivelbiss@allencountyparks.org
Call: Ron Divelbiss @ 449-3778

Monarch Butterfly Family Count

Aug. 19, Thurs., Aug 24, Tues., Aug. 31, Tues. 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Come and help us do this scientific investigation by counting eggs and caterpillars.

Cost: $2.00
Please Pre-register
Min: 5
Max: 15

To register or more information:
Email: rdivelbiss@allencountyparks.org
Call Ron Divelbiss @ 449-3778

Trail Trekkers

August 19 and September 16, Thursdays 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Join park naturalists and volunteer Allen County Park Trail Guides for a guided hike along scenic Cedar Creek. Creek shoes a must!

Cost FREE
Pre-register by: N/A
Min. 5
Max. 20

To register or for more information:
Email: nhaley@allencountyparks.org
Call: Natalie Haley @ 449-3246

Monarch Butterfly Family Count

Aug. 16, Mon., Aug. 19, Thurs., Aug 24, Tues., Aug. 31, Tues. 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Come and help us do this scientific investigation by counting eggs and caterpillars.

Cost: $2.00
Please Pre-register
Min: 5
Max: 15

To register or more information:
Email: rdivelbiss@allencountyparks.org
Call Ron Divelbiss @ 449-3778

Perseids Meteor Shower

August 12, Thursday 10:00 PM – 1:00 AM

This year the Perseid Meteor Shower occurs on a moonless night, so come out for an evening of star gazing & telescope viewing! Bring your roasting sticks & hotdogs or marshmallows for the fire, a blanket or chairs, and bug spray for a great evening under the (shooting) stars!

Cost: $3.00
Pre-register by: 8/10
Min: 5
Max: 100
Cancelled if cloudy - call to be sure.

To register or more information:
Email: bdispenza@allencountyparks.org
Call: Bob Dispenza @ 449-8619

Monarch Butterfly Workshop

August 10, Tuesday 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Spend some time learning about these unbelievable little animals, their amazing lifestyle, and their fantastic migration.

Cost: $2.00
Pre-register by: 8/9
Min: 5
Max: 15

To register or more information:
Email: rdivelbiss@allencountyparks.org
Call: Ron Divelbiss @ 449-3778