Preschool Discovery Hour –––– Bird Nests Bird Nests Bird Nests

Metea County Park Nature Center
Wednesday, May 11 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Baby birds need a warm, soft place to grow up. We will look closely at nests, read a nest story, go out to find baby birds, and have a snack. For ages 4-6 with a big person helper.

Cost: $3.00 children $2.00 adults
Pre-register by: 5/6
Min. 5 Max. 15

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

Evening Hikes with Michael

North Metea County Park
May 4, Wednesday 8:00 PM

Close the day by watching the world turn in. A sunset experiential walk at Metea County Park. Dress for weather.

Cost: $2.00
Pre-register by:4/29
Min: 5 Max: 15

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

Monday Mornings with Michael @ North Metea

North Metea County Park
May 2, Monday 7:00 AM

Greet the day from the beginning and watch the world come alive. A sunrise experiential walk at North Metea County Park. Dress weather appropriate.

Cost: $2.00 per person
Pre-Register By: 4/27
Min.: 5 Max.: 15

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

Night Hike at Payton County Park

Payton County Park
April 29, Friday 8:30 PM

A beautiful spring night in the woods – frogs singing, insects serenading, maybe even a few late birds!
Be prepared for wet or muddy trails.

Cost: $2.00
Pre-register by: 4/25
Min. 5 Max. 35

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

Trail Trekkers at Metea

Metea County Park
April 21, May 19, June 16, Thursdays 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Join park naturalists and volunteer Allen County Parks Trail Guides for a guided hike along scenic Cedar Creek. Warm clothes and shoes recommended.

Cost FREE per person.
Pre-register by N/A
Min. 1 Max. 30

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

Wildflowers on Muskrat Trai

Metea County Park Nature Center
April 19, Tuesday 2:00 PM

Let’s explore Muskrat Trail and see what blooms there while we discover how Cedar Creek floods can change our park ecosystems.

Cost: $2.00
Pre-register by: 4/15
Min. 5 Max. 15

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

Backpacking Basics

Metea County Park
April 16, Saturday 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: $ 2.00
Pre-Register by: 4/13
Min: 5 Max: 25

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

Bald Eagles in Cedar Creek Township

Metea County Park Nature Center
April 17, Sunday 2:00 PM

Come to Metea County Park and learn about the eagles in this area. Then we will go to an active nest sight and take a look through the viewing scope. Hopefully we will be able to see some activity on the nest.

Cost: $2.00
Pre-register by: 4/12
Min. 5 Max. 12

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

Evening Hikes with Michael

Metea County Park
April 6, Wednesday 7:00 PM

Close the day by watching the world turn in. A sunset experiential walk at Metea County Park. Dress weather appropriate.

Cost: $2.00
Pre-register by: 4/5
Min: 5 Max: 15

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