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Trail Trekking/Nordic Walking (with Poles Rental)

Ages 18 and up
Tuesdays & Fridays, September 2 – November 25

 

Meet up with other trail trekking enthusiasts to trek through the parks through this self-guided meet-up program! Sign up to rent Nordic poles if you want to try trekking before you purchase your own set. You will be contacted to sign a borrower’s permit and pick up your set for the fall. A limited number of rental poles are available.

 

There is no registration deadline for this program. Join anytime!

A Walk in the Park

Ages 18 and up
Tuesdays & Thursdays, September 2 – November 25

 

Get outdoors and enjoy the sunshine and fresh air while meeting other walking enthusiasts. These are self-guided walks around your community parks! Walking helps maintain a healthy weight, increases energy, lifts your spirits, strengthens memory and protects from heart disease and high blood pressure.

 

There is no registration deadline for this program. Join anytime!

Hike For Your Health

Ages 18 and up
Wednesdays, September 3 – November 26

 

Let’s get you moving outdoors this fall! Staff and volunteers will lead groups at different paces. Hike for Your Health is a wonderful opportunity to meet new people and get to know some of your parks better. All hikes are on natural trails. Please wear appropriate shoes for trails that may be muddy or slick.

 

There is no registration deadline for this program. Join anytime!

Trail Running Group

Ages 18 and up
Wednesdays, June 4 – October 29

 

Join Up and Running trail leaders as you enjoy running on natural trails. This running group is for experienced runners and includes meadows, trails and hills. Meet at the Normandy Entrance (501 Normandy Ridge Rd.) of Grant Park or the Smith Entrance (2230 E. Centerville Station Rd.) of Bill Yeck Park. Please check online schedule for locations each week. Sign up once for the entire year!

 

There is no registration deadline for this program. Join anytime!

Fossils Rock Education Trail

Grant Park, Kennard Nature Nook 6588 McEwen Rd., Centerville, OH, United States

All ages
Saturday, September 6 – Saturday, September 20

 

Fossils are fascinating! Girl Scout Troop #3212 is sharing its passion for Ohio fossils with an educational trail. Walk the paved path and read their research signs to learn about common fossils found in the nearby creek bed. When you have found all 12 signs, scan the QR code and take the fossil quiz to be eligible for a handmade paintable fossil prize and to be included in the raffle for a fabulous fossil-themed basket!

Moms Walk and Talk

Forest Field Park 2100 E. Centerville Station Rd., Centerville, OH, United States

Ages 18 and up
Mondays, September 8 – November 17

 

We will meet near the shelter for introductions and a coffee then explore one of the trails. A local mom will lead the group and will have various discussion topics. Feel free to bring your younger children in carriers or strollers. Walks will take place on paved and/or natural trails depending on the participants with strollers. Please wear appropriate shoes for trails that may be muddy or slick.

 

There is no registration deadline for this program. Registration is required, but you can join anytime!

Gentle Yoga A

Grant Park, Kennard Nature Nook 6588 McEwen Rd., Centerville, OH, United States

Ages 18 and up
Tuesdays, September 9 – October 14

 

Join us for a gentler, more adaptable yoga program. This class will feature additional guidance, modifications and props to assist in supporting postures and a slower pace. Taught by certified yoga instructor Kathleen Crosby. This is an eight-week session. Please bring a yoga mat and water.

 

Registration deadline: Friday, September 5

Ohio Young Birders Club Chapter Meeting

Grant Park, Kennard Nature Nook 6588 McEwen Rd., Centerville, OH, United States

Ages 12 – 18

 

Join the OYBC Southwest Chapter! Kettering PRCA and Centerville-Washington Park District are collaborating to bring the joy of bird watching to our youth through the Ohio Young Birders Club. Bird watching and identification is a fun and rewarding hobby and a great place to make friends! Light snacks are provided. Participants must become members of the Ohio Young Birders Club.

 

Registration deadline: Sunday, September 7

Stemily Studios: Out-Of-This-World UFO Terrarium

Grant Park, Kennard Nature Nook 6588 McEwen Rd., Centerville, OH, United States

Ages 8 – 14

 

Young space explorers will create a glowing UFO terrarium and start a real crystal-growing experiment! Kids will decorate their jars with moon rocks, space gems, a UFO and glow-in-the-dark constellation stickers. Then, they’ll add the crystal mixture and learn how crystals grow over time—watching them start to form in as little as 24 hours at home!

 

Registration deadline: Tuesday, September 2

Junior Explorers

Grant Park 501 Normandy Ridge Rd., Centerville, OH, United States

Ages 6 – 8
Wednesdays, September 10 – October 15

 

Outdoor play is vital to child development and well-being. This program, designed to allow children to interact with nature in unique ways, teaches children about nature and the outdoors. Activities include discovery, challenges and games.

 

Registration deadline: Monday, September 1

Creative Crafting

Activity Center Park 221 N. Main St., Centerville, OH, United States

Ages 9 – 13

 

Try new art skills during this fun, nature-themed crafting program. Each session will offer different options for participants to choose from, allowing them to work independently or get creative together!

 

Registration deadline: Thursday, September 4