July 23, Friday 9:00 PM
Nature’s fireworks! We’ll learn all about lightning beetles and try to catch a few as we walk through the summer woods and fields. Flashlights optional, insect repellent recommended.
Cost: $2.00
Pre-register by: 7/20
Min: 5
Max: 50
To register or more information:
Email: bdispenza@allencountyparks.org
Call: Bob Dispenza @ 449-8619
Summer Day Camp
- WHEN: August 3 - 13
- COST: $100 per camper per week ($90 for Gold Pass holders)
- REGISTER BY: July 20
- TO REGISTER: Contact Natalie Haley @ 449-3246 or by email nhaley@allencountyparks.org
Campers interested in canoeing, fishing, swimming, nature art, slime games, etc. Register for Summer Day Camp at Allen County Parks. Registration forms available here
Trail Trekkers
July 15, 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
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
Basic Camping Skills
July 18, Sunday 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Come learn the basics of primitive camping. Learn about the gear you need, where & how to set up a site, how to leave no trace, & packing and planning. This is a comprehensive workshop for adults/mature youth.
Cost: $ 3.00
Pre-register by: 7/14
Min: 5
Max: 15
To register or more information:
Email: mgobert@allencountyparks.org
Call: Michael Gobert @ 449-3777
Come learn the basics of primitive camping. Learn about the gear you need, where & how to set up a site, how to leave no trace, & packing and planning. This is a comprehensive workshop for adults/mature youth.
Cost: $ 3.00
Pre-register by: 7/14
Min: 5
Max: 15
To register or more information:
Email: mgobert@allencountyparks.org
Call: Michael Gobert @ 449-3777
Caving adventure
July 24, Saturday (pre-class July 16, Friday) 7:30 PM
Go underground with Allen County Parks. We’ll be exploring a wild cave in the Springville area and going off the beaten path, looking for cave wildlife and unusual formations. Learn about geology, cave life, needed equipment and cave formation. This activity is somewhat strenuous, but suitable for beginners in good physical condition.
Mandatory pre-caving class is Friday, July 16, 7:30 PM
Cost: $20.00
Pre-register by: 7/11
Min: 5
Max: 25
Fee covers maps & caving instruction.
To register or more information:
Email: bdispenza@allencountyparks.org
Call: Bob Dispenza @ 449-3777
Go underground with Allen County Parks. We’ll be exploring a wild cave in the Springville area and going off the beaten path, looking for cave wildlife and unusual formations. Learn about geology, cave life, needed equipment and cave formation. This activity is somewhat strenuous, but suitable for beginners in good physical condition.
Mandatory pre-caving class is Friday, July 16, 7:30 PM
Cost: $20.00
Pre-register by: 7/11
Min: 5
Max: 25
Fee covers maps & caving instruction.
To register or more information:
Email: bdispenza@allencountyparks.org
Call: Bob Dispenza @ 449-3777
Identifying Trees Using Leaves, Twigs and Bark
July 8, Thursday 10:00 AM
Join Ron for a walk through the park. During the hike we will learn how to use leaves, twigs and bark to identify several of the park’s trees.
Cost: $2.00
Pre-register by: July 7
Min: 5
Max: 15
To register or more information:
Email: rdivelbiss@allencountyparks.org
Call: Ron Divelbiss @ 449-3778
Join Ron for a walk through the park. During the hike we will learn how to use leaves, twigs and bark to identify several of the park’s trees.
Cost: $2.00
Pre-register by: July 7
Min: 5
Max: 15
To register or more information:
Email: rdivelbiss@allencountyparks.org
Call: Ron Divelbiss @ 449-3778
Evening Hikes with Michael
July 7, 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: 7/5
Min: 1
Max: 15
To register or more information:
Email: mgobert@allencountyparks.org
Call: Michael Gobert @ 449-3777
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: 7/5
Min: 1
Max: 15
To register or more information:
Email: mgobert@allencountyparks.org
Call: Michael Gobert @ 449-3777
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