From WOOD COUNTY PARK DISTRICT
Fort to Port: An Adventure
on the Maumee River
Tuesday, March 3; 7:00 – 8:30 pm
W.W. Knight Nature Preserve
29530 White Road, Perrysburg
In 2019, four bold kayakers embarked on thru-paddling the entire 137 miles of the
Maumee River in 4 days. Join us for tales of the water trail from half of the expedition, as Wood County Parks Senior Naturalist, Bill Hoefflin and Aptitude Outdoors owner Paul Fuzinski share some stories and visuals from their adventure. Leader: Bill Hoefflin
Please register at wcparks.org, 419-353-1897
Homeschoolers: Orienteering
Thursday, March 5; 1:00 – 2:30 pm
Slippery Elm Trail: Cricket Frog Cove
14810 Freyman Road, Cygnet
Find out what else the magnetic compass
can do besides show you which way is
north. This tried and true low-tech tool can help you get from point A to point B. We will learn the basics indoors and then take it outside on a short orienteering course. Leader: Bill Hoefflin
Please register at wcparks.org, 419-353-1897
EcoLit Book Group Meeting
Thursday, March 5; 7:00 – 9:30 pm
W.W. Knight Nature Preserve:
Friends’ Green Room
29530 White Road, Perrysburg
For this meeting, please read Anthill
by Edward O. Wilson. Group meets monthly. Discussion leader: Cheryl Lachowski, Teaching Professor, BGSU English Dept. and Ohio Certified
Volunteer Naturalist (OCVN). Please register at wcparks.org, 419-353-1897
Birds and Beer, Avians and Ales
Friday, March 6; 7:00 – 9:00 pm
W.W. Knight Nature Preserve:
Hankison Great Room
29530 White Road, Perrysburg
Test your knowledge with a great pairing of microbrew and bird identification. This friendly competition is in a natural setting. Brewmaster Scot Yarnell from Earnest Brew Works will discuss the different beers offered, including the biology of brewing and beer. Prizes will be awarded to the top three groups in the trivia contest. Cost: $20 per person/$15 FWCP. Leader: Jim Witter
Please register at wcparks.org, 419-353-1897
Kitchen Herbs and Spices
for Home Remedies
Saturday, March 7; 9:00 – 11:00 am
Carter Historic Farm
18331 Carter Road, Bowling Green
Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist, Janis Sankowski, will present tips on how to grow
herbs and spices at home. The efficacy of plants in promoting wellness and how they are sometimes used in remedies will be discussed. Cost: $20/$16 Friends of the Parks
Please register at wcparks.org, 419-353-1897
Spring is in the Air:
Yoga & Nature Therapy
Saturday, March 7; 1:30 – 3:00 pm
W.W. Knight Nature Preserve:
Friends’ Green Room
29530 White Road, Perrysburg
A 1-hour nature therapy wander led by Jewels Daugherty allows you to practice your connection with yourself & the Earth using all your senses. Then, Jenn McCullough will lead the group in a 1-hour yoga practice to energize and relax. This is a rain or shine event. Please bring a yoga mat, water & dress for the weather.
Cost: $30/$25 Friends of the Parks members
Please register at wcparks.org, 419-353-1897
PiPs: What Does the Fox Say?
Friday, March 13; 10:00 – 11:00 am
W.W. Knight Nature Preserve:
Friends’ Green Room
29530 White Road, Perrysburg
Children 3-6 years of age enjoy an activity and craft while learning about
the mysterious, yet musical, fox! Adult companions must remain with children for this program. Leader: Craig Spicer
Please register at wcparks.org, 419-353-1897
Wild Self-Defense: Bear
Friday, March 13; 6:00 – 8:00 pm
W.W. Knight Nature Preserve:
Friends’ Green Room
25930 White Road, Perrysburg
Encountering wildlife is exhilarating, but if you’re not careful, it can turn dangerous quickly! Learn all about this large creature, including how to avoid too-close-encounters, and have a chance at defending yourself from our very own “animal.”
Leader: Craig Spicer
Please register at wcparks.org, 419-353-1897
The Art of Wandering
Saturday, March 14; 1:30 – 3:00 pm
W.W. Knight Nature Preserve
29530 White Road, Perrysburg
Wandering is about allowing yourself to see what is already here, and then letting what you see, guide you on where to go. Our experience begins with a slow 1-hour wander. After wandering, Michelle Pelton will guide us on how to use our curiosity & senses to paint what has inspired us. $30
Wood County Bicentennial:
Basic Breadmaking
Sunday, March 15; 1:00 – 3:30 pm
Carter Historic Farm
18331 Carter Road, Bowling Green
Breadmaking for the total beginner! Learn some of the basics of making and shaping
yeast bread dough. Leader: Corinne Gordon
Lucky Charms Open Geocaching
Monday, March 16; 4:00 – 7:00 pm
Sawyer Quarry Nature Preserve
26940 Lime City Road, Perrysburg
Track down spring at this open geocaching! Stop by anytime between 4:00 and 7:00 pm to borrow one of our GPS units or bring your smartphone with the Google Maps app and search for hidden geocaches in the park. Dress for the weather and be prepared for substantial walking and self-guided exploration. Leader: Craig Spicer
Coffee with the Birds
Wednesdays, 10:00 – 11:30 am
March 18; W.W. Knight Nature Preserve
29530 White Road, Perrysburg
Enjoy coffee and friendly conversation while checking out the feeders. Afterwards we’ll head into the field to look and listen for spring birds. Bring your own travel mug and fill up to fuel your trip on the trail!
Leader: Jim Witter
Please register at wcparks.org, 419-353-1897
iNaturalist App 101
Wednesday, March 18; 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
W.W. Knight Nature Preserve:
Freinds’ Green Room
29530 White Road, Perrysburg
Learn how to use the phone app iNaturalist to identify plants, animals, and more in
your Wood County Parks. Bring your own smartphone. Leader: Nicole Sarver
Please register at wcparks.org, 419-353-1897
