From WOOD COUNTY PARK DISTRICT
Wood County Park District offers a variety of ways to experience nature during April.
Register for free educational programs at wcparks.org, 419-353-1897.
Find and register for volunteering opportunities at wcparks.galaxydigital.com
Photo Exhibit
Through Wednesday, April 6; 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
W.W. Knight Nature Preserve, Friends’ Green Room, 29530 White Road. Perrysburg
See the beauty of Wood County at the photo exhibit. Photos entered into the 2021 Friends of the Parks photo contest are printed and framed on display at the W.W. Knight Nature Preserve in the Friends Green Room. No registration is needed. The Photo Exhibit is free and open to all.
Photo Exhibit Reception
Thursday, April 7; 5-7 p.m.
W.W. Knight Nature Preserve, Hankison Great Room, 29530 White Road. Perrysburg
See the photo exhibit of the impressive photos taken in the parks and entered into the 2021 Friends of the Parks Photo Contest. Light refreshments will be served.
Looking for art? Photos will be available for purchase. Showcase the beauty of Wood County in your home or office.
No registration is needed. The Photo Reception is free and open to all.
Paddling Prep: Logistics & Safety Informational
Friday, April 8; 6:30-8 p.m.
W.W. Knight Preserve, 29530 White Road, Perrysburg
Paddling without planning could make for a serious situation very quickly. Equip yourself with knowledge of environmental conditions, logistics, and personal ability from Wood County Park accredited instructors and trip leaders to ensure your future adventures are safe and enjoyable. Also, get connected with our schedule of kayak and canoe trips and classes to take your paddling to the next level. This is an informational presentation – no paddling.
Register at wcparks.org, 419-353-1897
Baking Build-up
Saturday, April 9; 1- 3:30 p.m.
Carter Historic Farm,18331 Carter Rd, Bowling Green
For those who have a tiny bit of baking experience they’d like to build on, join us to bake an orange layer cake straight from a 1930s cookbook! This program is designed for older kids, tweens and teens. Registration is required.
Register at wcparks.org, 419-353-1897
Eco Explorers: Off-Trail Discovery Series
If you are up for challenging terrain, hostile woodland vegetation and no amenities other than what you bring with you, then join us as we explore the least traveled parts of the Wood County Parks. There is no set agenda on how we will choose to explore. We may wander a half mile or 3 miles. There will be spring wildflowers blooming so feel free to bring a camera. Register at wcparks.org, 419-353-1897
Sunday, April 10; 1- 3:30 p.m.
Baldwin Woods Preserve,14080 Range Line Road
Sunday, April 24; 1- 3:30 p.m.
Cricket Frog Cove Area,14810 Freyman Road, Cygnet
Sunday, May 1; 1- 3:30 p.m.
Slippery Elm Trail: Rudolph Road Access, 10296 Rudolph Road, Rudolph
Invasive Identification and Management
Wednesday, April 13; 6-7:30 pm
Bradner Preserve, 11491 Fostoria Road, Bradner
Learn about the many invasive species of concern in our area, how they can be identified, and different ways to
control them. Weather permitting this program will feature an indoor presentation followed by a practical hands-on session out in the field to help hone your skills..
Vegetable Production
Wednesday, April 13; 6-7:30 pm
Carter Historic Farm, 18331 Carter Road, Bowling Green
Do you have a backyard vegetable garden? Are you thinking about scaling up and selling some of that extra produce? From novice to expert, learn strategies for taking the leap into production agriculture. Learn the basics of vegetable crop planning and rotation, vegetable crop families, cool and warm-season crops, pests and weather management strategies to get you ready for spring. Learn what you need to know before you grow. Registration is required for this program. Register at wcparks.org, 419-353-1897
EcoLit Book Group Meeting
Thursday, April 14; 7-9 p.m.
W.W. Knight Nature Preserve, 29530 White Road, Perrysburg
For this meeting, please read Entangled Life: How Fungi Make Our Worlds, Change Our Minds & Shape Our Futures by Merlin Sheldrake. Group meets once a month. Register for any or all. Discussion leader: Cheryl Lachowski, teaching professor emeritus, BGSU English Dept. and Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist (OCVN). Register at wcparks.org,
419-353-1897
Monthly Mindfulness
Thursday, April 14; 7- 8:30 p.m.
W.W. Knight Nature Preserve, 29530 White Road, Perrysburg
Give yourself permission to get away to reconnect and relax. Join naturalist and meditation teacher Emma Taylor for a monthly nature-based mindfulness session at a local Wood County Park. Classes will consist of a combination of seated and walking mindfulness practices and nature awareness activities. This class is appropriate for teens and adults. Registration required. Register at wcparks.org, 419-353-1897
Full Pink Moon Walk
Friday, April 15; 8- 9:30 pm
Bradner Preserve, 11491 Fostoria Road, Bradner
Enjoy a gentle stroll under the Full Pink moon as we learn moon lore and look and listen for nocturnal wildlife. No dogs permitted. Register at wcparks.org, 419-353-1897
Animals Crafts for Toddlers
Saturday, April 16; 1-4 pm
Carter Historic Farm, 18331 Carter Road, Bowling Green
This program is a history, science and art lesson all rolled into one! A craft project will engage kids in learning about the animals on the farm and why farmers raised them. Parents and kids can come and go as they please throughout the duration of the event. This program is designed for children ages 5 and under. Please wear appropriate clothing for craft and outdoor activities. Registration required for participation. Register at wcparks.org, 419-353-1897
Spring Wildflower Walk
Saturday, April 17; 8-9:30 pm
Sawyer Quarry Nature Preserve, 26940 Lime City Road, Perrysburg
Woodland wildflowers put on a brief, but beautiful show on the forest floor. Join us for a naturalist-led stroll to see who is starring this month. Learn why these flowers are called ephemerals. Register at wcparks.org, 419-353-1897
Hiking for Health
Friday, April 22; 10:30 a.m. to noon.
Cedar Creeks Preserve, 4575 Walbridge Road, Northwood
Join a naturalist for exercise and the wonder of watching the seasonal changes. The hikes will offer a true mind-body
connection. Sign up for one week or all. Register at wcparks.org, 419-353-1897
Nature Journaling
Saturday, April 23; 1-3 p.m.
Sawyer Quarry Nature Preserve, 26940 Lime City Road, Perrysburg
Stop by for a monthly nature journaling gathering. Join local Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalists and build your nature journaling skills. The group will discuss their personal nature journaling, share techniques, and spend time outside. All are welcome. Register at wcparks.org, 419-353-1897
Listening for Frogs and Toads
Tuesday, April 26; 7:30-8:30 p.m.
Cricket Frog Cove Area, 14810 Freyman Road, Cygnet
Learn the sounds that our local amphibians make and then listen for them as the sun sets on a mid-spring evening. If we’re lucky we may even catch a glimpse of one of the singers! Register at wcparks.org, 419-353-1897
Art in Park: Learn How to Make Nature Ink
Friday, April 29; 7-9 p.m.
W.W. Knight Nature Preserve, 29530 White Road, Perrysburg
Have you ever wanted to learn how to make your own art supplies? Join us for this class on nature-based ink making.
Class will include a tutorial on ink making, opportunities to use the ink, and a mini-ink set to take home. Registration required. Program Fee: $10, or $7 for Friends of the Parks Members Register at wcparks.org, 419-353-1897
Wild Ride Bike Tour
Saturday, April 30; 10- 11:30 a.m.
Black Swamp Preserve, 1014 S. Maple St, Bowling Green
Cyclists and runners aren’t the only creatures that call the S.E.T. home! Join in on this no-drop group bike ride and learn about and spot wildlife and habitats that surround the Slippery Elm Trail. Ride pace average 12-15 mph. The program will entail a round trip from the Black Swamp Preserve in Bowling Green to the Rudolph Bike Park in Rudolph, a 10-mile ride. Register at wcparks.org, 419-353-1897.
