Upcoming Events

All ages

Learn everything about nature’s construction workers! Can we build things as well as a beaver? Come ready to play in the creek! Close-toed shoes are required. This is a Tools to Trek program.

Registration deadline: Thursday, July 31

Ages 12 – 17 plus a family member over 21
Sundays, August 3 – September 7

Join a Park District pickleball league and play pickleball in the parks this summer! This for-fun league is open to any doubles teams (men’s, women’s, or mixed doubles) comprised of a teen and their parent/guardian or other close family member over the age of 21. Please register your teen and list the participating family member in the questions. Both players must have an online account set up on the same household profile. There is no single player will call for this league.

Registration deadline: Sunday, July 20

Ages 12 – 15
Monday – Wednesday, August 4 – 6
(Rain date: Thursday, August 7)

Archery and nature education combined! Campers will learn the basics of archery, play water games, learn about local wildlife, play archery tag and practice with 3D targets.

Registration deadline: Monday, July 28

Ages 9 – 11
Monday – Wednesday, August 4 – 6
(Rain date: Thursday August 7)

Archery and nature education combined! Campers will learn the basics of archery, play water games, learn about local wildlife, play archery tag and practice with 3D targets.

Registration deadline: Monday, July 28

Ages 18 and up
Mondays, August 4 – September 8

Join a Park District pickleball league and play pickleball in the parks this summer! This for-fun league is open to any doubles teams (men’s, women’s or mixed doubles) at the intermediate level. Please note, this is a league designed for players with a strong understanding of pickleball rules, and who are at an intermediate or higher level of competition. No instruction/lessons are included in the league.

Registration deadline: Sunday, July 20

Ages 16 and up

Learn how to use thread, fabric, beads and paint to mimic the beauty of nature in this mixed-media embroidery class. We will cover the basic stitches and techniques required to make your own sparkly scaly friend. No experience is needed. Participants will leave with the knowledge and supplies needed to finish a framed piece of mini art.

Registration deadline: Tuesday, July 29

Ages 0 – 5 years with adult companion

Hit the trail with us! These exploratory hikes foster curiosity and confidence in young children. Your leader will point out seasonal changes and other natural points of interest in the parks. Hike is on a natural path. This is a Tools to Trek program. Backpacks and front carriers are appropriate if your child is not walking.

Registration deadline: Sunday, August 3

Ages 18 and up
Tuesdays, August 5 – September 9

Join a Park District pickleball league and play pickleball in the parks this summer! Please note, this is a league designed for players with a strong understanding of pickleball rules, and who are at an intermediate level of competition. No instruction/lessons are included in the league.

Registration deadline: Sunday, July 20

Ages 18 and up
Tuesdays, August 5 – September 9

Join a Park District pickleball league and play pickleball in the parks this summer! This for-fun league is open to any doubles teams (men’s, women’s, or mixed doubles) at the advanced level. Please note, this is a league designed for players with a strong understanding of pickleball rules, and who are at an advanced level of competition. This is our highest level league at this time. No instruction/lessons are included in the league.

Registration deadline: Sunday, July 20

Ages 18 and up
Wednesdays, August 6 – September 10

Join a Park District pickleball league and play pickleball in the parks this summer! This for-fun league is open to any doubles teams (men’s, women’s, or mixed doubles) at the beginner level. Please note, this is a league designed for players with a basic understanding of pickleball rules, but who are still early in their pickleball skill development. No instruction/lessons are included in the league.

Registration deadline: Sunday, July 20

Ages 18 and up

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.

Registration deadline: Tuesday, August 5

Ages 18 and up
Thursdays, August 7 – September 11

Join a Park District pickleball league and play pickleball in the parks this summer! Please note, this is a league designed for players with a basic understanding of pickleball rules, but who are still early in their pickleball skill development. No instruction/lessons are included in the league.

Registration deadline: Sunday, July 20

All ages

Insects have important jobs in the ecosystem, and some work the night shift! We will hike through the forest and meadow, comparing the insects we find in each place. Don’t forget to bring a flashlight! There will be a limited supply of flashlights to borrow if needed. This is a Tools to Trek Program.

Registration deadline: Wednesday, August 6

Ages 18 and up

In this workshop, we will use basic brush and watercolor techniques to create watercolor paintings of a snowy owl using images taken by a local photographer. Leave the class with your finished painting! All skill levels are welcome! This class is best for beginner to intermediate level participants. All equipment will be provided.

Registration deadline: Friday, August 1

Ages 18 months – 4 years with adult companion

Gather each month in the evenings to make some nature crafts! We will complete crafts with nature/sensory themes, read stories, play games and take short hikes in the park! This program is limited to one adult companion per registrant. If your child is not walking, backpacks and front carriers are appropriate. Strollers are not recommended for parks with natural terrain.

Registration deadline: Wednesday, August 6