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BIG Backyard Party
Join the fun at the 5th annual BIG Backyard Party! The day will be filled with hands-on activities all ages and abilities can enjoy, as we celebrate clean waterways and wildlife in the Miami Valley. Activities will include fishing, archery, field games, inflatables, food trucks and raffles! This program is made possible by several ongoing community partnerships. All ages.
Hidden Meadows Day Camp: Week 9 (Morning)
Winged Things
Not all winged things have feathers. Winged creatures are all around us — and we will explore them all! Observe them in the wild and see some up close. There is so much to learn about our flying friends! Ages 5 – 12.
Monday, August 2 – Friday, August 6, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Registration deadline: Monday, July 26
Hidden Meadows Day Camp: Week 9 (All Day)
Winged Things
Not all winged things have feathers. Winged creatures are all around us — and we will explore them all! Observe them in the wild and see some up close. There is so much to learn about our flying friends! Ages 5 – 12.
Monday, August 2 – Friday, August 6, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Registration deadline: Monday, July 26
Sugar Valley Day Camp: Week 9 (Morning) 3-5y
Furry Friends
Let’s plant the seeds of wonder while learning all about plants! Learn how to find seeds that bloom into beautiful meadow flowers. Play games, create plant-based crafts and smile as new friendships bloom in the park. Ages 3 – 5.
Monday, August 2 – Friday, August 6, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Registration deadline: Monday, July 26
Recreation Day Camp: Week 9, Yankee
Recreation Day Camp (RDC) offers a variety of recreation activities, sports, games, arts and crafts, guest speakers and more! All RDC sites are led by trained recreation leaders. This fun program keeps children outdoors and active all week! Ages 5 – 11.
Monday, August 2 – Friday, August 9, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Registration deadline: Monday, July 26
Recreation Day Camp: Week 9, Iron Horse
Recreation Day Camp (RDC) offers a variety of recreation activities, sports, games, arts and crafts, guest speakers and more! All RDC sites are led by trained recreation leaders. This fun program keeps children outdoors and active all week! Ages 5 – 11.
Monday, August 2 – Friday, August 6, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Registration deadline: Monday, July 26
End-of-Summer RecKit Shop
Pick up some new fun activities to try with the kids before they go back to school! We have a variety of extra RecKits left over for summer that we are making available to our community! There are a variety of themes and age groups available. The RecKits will be free but we ask you to bring at least one school supply item to be donated to Hannah’s Treasure Chest. RecKits will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis. No holds.
End-of-Summer RecKit Shop
Pick up some new fun activities to try with the kids before they go back to school! We have a variety of extra RecKits left over for summer that we are making available to our community! There are a variety of themes and age groups available. The RecKits will be free but we ask you to bring at least one school supply item to be donated to Hannah’s Treasure Chest. RecKits will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis. No holds.
Early Adventures: Willowbrook
These exploratory hikes foster curiosity and confidence in young children. Groups will be broken up to meet the current gathering guidelines and are led by Park District staff and volunteers. Ages 0 – 4 years with adult companion.
Registration deadline: 48 hours in advance
Young Birders Club: Owling
Bird watching and identification is a fascinating subject. You will walk away with a greater knowledge of birds and their role in the ecosystem. For every three meetings you attend, you will receive a bird-themed pin to add to your collection. A light snack is included. Ages 12 – 17.
Registration deadline: 48 hours in advance
Booked for Lunch
A collaborative program with the Centerville-Washington History and the Washington-Centerville Public Library, Booked for Lunch is a monthly lunchtime discussion on a historical fiction or nonfiction book. Ages 18 and up.
Due to COVID-19, Booked for Lunch will meet virtually this summer.
August Discussion: The Pioneers: The Heroic Story of the Settlers Who Brought the American Ideal West
Pop-Up Ology: August 5
Pop into your parks and learn about different areas of study! Each day will offer a booth with a different theme. Drop-in any time during the designated hours and an instructor will have an activity or hike related to a field of study. This is a Tools to Trek program. All ages.
Registration deadline for the virtual option: Noon the day of the program
Medicinal Plants & Folk Remedies
Participants will learn about our first local physician, Dr. John Hole, and the remedies used to treat the ailments of early Ohio settlers. At the end of the program, the Park District will provide a small number of native prairie seeds for you to plant. This program is offered in partnership with Centerville-Washington History. Ages 14 and up (under 18 must be accompanied by an adult).
Registration deadline: 48 hours in advance
Butterfly Survey
Contribute to citizen science by joining the naturalist on Butterfly Surveys. Identify and count butterflies while observing other seasonal wildlife as we stroll. No experience necessary. Trail is approximately one mile in length on uneven terrain. This is a Tools to Trek program. Best for ages 8 and up.
Registration deadline: 48 hours in advance
Bike Centerville Community Ride G
Take advantage of this opportunity to explore Centerville and Washington Township by bicycle. The ride will be led by trained and experienced bike leaders and will help you learn routes to shopping, parks and more! Rides will be an easy-paced 10 to 15 miles that start and end at a park. Ages 18 and up.
Registration deadline: Thursday, August 5