NEAT Bicycle Tour

October 2, Saturday 9:00 AM start time

Enjoy an early fall ride through scenic northern Allen County. A 20-mile route tours Allen County, while 40-mile and 62-mile routes wind through Allen and DeKalb Counties. Visit three of the four Allen County Parks on all routes. Snacks, drinks, a light lunch and emergency transportation service will be provided. Helmets required! Sponsored by Allen County Parks, Summit City Bicycles & Fitness and Friends of Metea.

Cost: $15.00 prior registration, $18.00 after 9/22
Pre-register by: 9/22
Walk ins permitted
Min: 5
Max: 70
Registration starts at 8:30
See website & local bike shops for registration forms

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

Fourth Friday Night Hike @ Payton County Park

September 24, Friday 8:00 PM

Fall has just begun, but our night animals are already preparing for winter. Let’s go find them and see what they’re up to. Flashlights optional, insect repellent needed.

Cost: $2.00
Pre-register by: 9/21
Min: 5
Max: 50

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

Trail Trekkers

September 16, Thursday 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

Fall Picnic September 15

You are invited to participate in the Friends of Metea Annual Fall Picnic to be held on Wednesday, September 15, 2010 at 6:00 p.m.

We will be roasting wieners over an open fire near the park pavilion. Hot dogs, buns, condiments, chili, soft drinks, and bottled water will be furnished. You are asked to bring a dish to share and your own table service. You will need to also bring your own lawn chairs to sit around the fire. If you have roasting forks, we could also use them.

We would enjoy having you come and meet the Friends Board and each other.

Special Event: Native American Day

September 12, Sunday 2:00 PM

Indiana was named after the Native people who lived here. Most of us are familiar with the past of Native Americans, but they still live and work among us today. Learn about the past and present of our area Native Americans through presentations by representatives of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomies and other local tribes.

Cost: $3.00
Pre-register by: 9/10
Min: 5
Max: 70
Walk-ons welcome if we meet our minimum

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

Cedar Creek Canoe Trip

September 11, Saturday 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Join us for an early fall paddle upon the Cedar Creek. We’ll meet at Metea & shuttle to our put in site. We could see heron, beaver, ducks, songbirds and more. Must have taken prerequisite class.

Cost: $ 5.00
Pre-register by: 9/8
Min: 1
Max: 22

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

Backpacking Basics

September 12, Sunday 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

We will cover packs, packing, trip planning & explore local & statewide areas to backpack. Each participant will pack their own pack and carry it on the hike. A list of what to bring will be provided upon registering. This is for adults and mature youth.

Cost: $ 5.00
Pre-register by: 9/8
Min: 5
Max: 10

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

Evening Hikes with Michael

September 8, Wednesday 7:00 PM

Close the day by watching the world turn in. A sunset experiential walk at Metea County Park. Dress weather appropriate, the hiking is easy to moderate, and often wet.

Cost: $ 2.00
Pre-register by: 9/5
Min: 1
Max: 15

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