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