Following is a list of programs planned by the Wood County Park District this month:
Perrysburg Bicentennial Celebration Nature Hikes, Saturday, July 2, 2 – 4:30 p.m.
WW Knight Nature Preserve and Sawyer Quarry Nature Preserve
29530 White Road, Perrysburg and 26940 Lime City Road, Perrysburg
Celebrate the Bicentennial by hiking two Wood County parks in Perrysburg. Walk woods, wetlands, and prairie then carpool to our newest park for nature and an exceptional quarry view. Leader: Jim Witter
Stargazing, Saturday, July 2, 9:30 p.m.
Beaver Creek Preserve
23028 Long Judson Road, Grand Rapids
See nebula, planets and stars with the Toledo Astronomical Association and the Wood County Park District.
Slippery Elm Slow Roll, Thursdays, July 7 and July 21, and Aug. 11, 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Black Swamp Preserve
1014 South Maple Street, BG
Get into action with Wood County Parks and Wood County District Public Library on this family-friendly ride down the Slippery Elm Trail. Freshen up on bike safety before the trip, learn about the trail and the unique surroundings during the trip, and connect with your community, parks, and library. Leader: Ranger Department
Evening Bat Hike, Friday, July 8, 8:30 – 10 p.m.
William Henry Harrison Park
644 Bierley Avenue, Pemberville
Discover facts, myths, local species, and conservation challenges of bats. Hike with bat-detecting sonar to search for our only truly flying mammals! Leader: Jim Witter
Focus on Water: Storm Water Management and Effects on Water Quality, Wednesday, July 13, 7 – 8 p.m.
Park District Headquarters
18729 Mercer Road, BG
How is storm water managed and why is it necessary? The County Engineer’s Office presents, answers questions, and identifies ways that Wood County citizens can help maintain this valuable resource. Leader: Jim Witter
Fire by the River, Friday, July 15, 6 – 9 p.m.
Otsego Park
20000 West River Road, BG
Enjoy a night around the fire with yard games, dutch oven cooking, good company and a great view of the mighty Maumee River. Bring a chair and come and go anytime from 6 to 9. Leader: Stewardship Department
