Ages 18 and up
Tuesdays & Thursdays, December 3 – February 27
(No walk on December 24)
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. Enjoy reduced stress, improved quality of sleep and the many benefits from an improved quality of life.
There is no registration deadline for this program. Join anytime!
Ages 18 and up
Tuesdays & Fridays, December 3 – February 28
(No trekking December 24)
Meet up with other trail trekking enthusiasts to trek through the parks during this self-guided meet-up program! You must bring your own Nordic poles if you sign up for this option. Tuesday Trail Trekking locations will be the same as the A Walk in the Park program.
There is no registration deadline for this program. Join anytime!
Ages 18 and up
Tuesdays & Fridays, December 3 – February 28
(No trekking December 24)
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. Note: Tuesday Trail Trekking locations will be the same as the A Walk in the Park program.
There is no registration deadline for this program. Join anytime!
Ages 18 and up
Wednesdays, December 4 – February 26
(No hike December 25 or January 1)
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!
Luminary Walk
All ages
Enjoy a candlelit stroll through Bill Yeck Park. There will be a half-mile paved route and a one-mile route along the purple trail. Warm up by the Smith House fire circle and enjoy the sounds of the season with carols from Centerville High School’s symphonic choir! Free hot chocolate at the Forest Field shelter while supplies last!
Registration is requested but not required. Registered participants will receive a weather cancellation email in the event of inclement weather. Weather updates will also be posted on cwpd.org
Winter Hiking Club: Hibernation 101
All ages
Participants will join the instructor for a brief nature lesson, game, art, or activity before the group starts the hike to explore the park. This is a Tools to Trek program. Individuals who attend Winter Hiking Club will get a themed sticker! This hike takes place on a natural path.
Participants can register up to the start of the program.
Young Birders Club Gathering: Dec
Ages 12 – 18
Join other Ohio Young Birders for a pizza and friendship before heading out to see what birds we can find in the December woods. Bring a friend who might be interested in trying out this fun hobby.
Program Code: 01-30501-A (registration through Kettering)
Holiday Gift Workshop A
Ages 10 – 14
Join CWPD staff to make creative presents for your loved ones at this station-based craft program. Children will also get to add bags and gift tags to keep the presents a surprise! If weather permits, we will take a few breaks to play games outside while we let the projects dry.
Registration deadline: Thursday, December 12
Crafts with Nature: Where the Wildlife Go
Ages 18 months – 4 years with adult companion
We will complete crafts with nature/sensory themes, read stories, play games and take short hikes in the park. The theme for December is ‘Where the Wildlife Go’. This program is limited to one adult companion per registrant. The Crafts with Nature December programs are identical, please only select one. If the weather is adverse or chilly, we may not go on the hike. Backpacks and front carriers are appropriate if your child is not walking. Strollers are not recommended at parks with natural terrain.
Registration deadline: Wednesday, December 11
Holiday Gift Workshop B
Ages 5 – 9
Join CWPD staff to make creative presents for your loved ones at this station-based craft program. Children will also get to add bags and gift tags to keep the presents a surprise! If weather permits, we will take a few breaks to play games outside while we let the projects dry.
Registration deadline: Thursday, December 12
Owlexander’s Cinema: Conservation
Ages 5 – 10
Owlexander is holding a movie night, and he’s inviting his friends to join him for a fun-filled evening! We will kick off the evening with crafts all about conservation, games and preparing a salty snack. Then, we will settle in for a kid-friendly movie all about nature! Looking for something to do while your kids are out and about? Check out Goat Yoga happening the same night!
Registration deadline: Friday, December 13
National Ugly Sweater Goat Yoga
Ages 18 and up
This will be a one-of-a-kind evening filled with lots of fun and a bit of yoga! Goat Country, LLC. will bring their adorable goats dressed up for National Ugly Sweater Day. Practice some classic poses while interacting with the goats. Additionally, participants are encouraged to wear ugly sweaters to get in the holiday spirit! Time for pictures and cuddles with the mini goats will be included at the end.
Registration deadline: Monday, December 16
Hike with a Naturalist
Ages 18 and up
Join us on a stroll through your park! A naturalist will point out seasonal changes and discuss the wildlife we observe. Hike is on a natural path.
Registration deadline: Tuesday, December 17
Cocoa & Cookies
Ages 6 – 10
Kick off winter break with cocoa and cookies with Katie Blauser from Eat Pretty Darling! Children will bake cookies and make hot cocoa to enjoy during the class. They will also make it as a gift in a jar! Please note: all major food allergens could be present in this class.
Registration deadline: Thursday, December 12
The Ugly Sweater ‘Oh What Fun’ Run
All ages
December 20 is National Ugly Sweater Day! Join us for a fun run inspired by one of the most “fashionable” parts of the holiday season! Wear your ugliest sweater (or make one yourself!) and be ready to learn about some of the ugly “sweaters” we can find in the natural world. Vote on the “ugliest sweater” in nature to enter a raffle!