From WOOD COUNTY PARK DISTRICT
Get the most out of June by participating in Wood County Park District programs.
Early Harvest Garden Planting
Monday, June 3; 9–11 a.m.
Carter Historic Farm
18331 Carter Road, Bowling Green
Volunteer Program: Help plant some of the fruits and vegetables that will be used later in the year in Farm programming. Leaders: Arden Pontasch and Corinne Gordon. Please register for volunteer opportunities at https://wcparks.galaxydigital.com
Paddle the Pond
Every Monday, June – August; 4-7:30 p.m.
W.W. Knight Nature Preserve
29530 White Road, Perrysburg
Enjoy a float on the pond at W.W. Knight Nature Preserve; perfect for a family outing, comfort-builder for beginners, or relaxing exercise! An instructor will be available for introductory safety and skills education. All boats, life-jackets, and paddles provided. Boats and gear on a first-come-first-served basis. Enjoy a nature walk while you wait! The last Monday of every month will feature kayaks along with canoes: June 24, July
29, August 26. Program Leader: Craig Spicer
Register for programs at http://www.wcparks.org/, or call Wood County Park District headquarters at 419-353-1897
Conservation Volunteer Day
Tuesday, June 4; 1- 3 p.m.
Cedar Creeks Preserve
4575 Walbridge Road, Northwood
Volunteer Program: Help pull garlic mustard and other early invasive plants, pick up trash and help with other conservation tasks. Volunteers will be provided bags and gloves. No experience necessary. Leader: Stewardship staff. Please register for volunteer opportunities at https://wcparks.galaxydigital.com
Otsego Park Cleanup
Tuesday, June 4; 6-8 p.m.
Otsego Park
20000 West River Road, Bowling Green
Volunteer Program: Join the clean-river experts, Partners for Clean Streams, to help remove debris that would otherwise make it into our scenic Maumee River and local waterways. All cleaning supplies provided. Leader: Program Staff. Please register for volunteer opportunities at https://wcparks.galaxydigital.com
Wild Ride Bike Tour
Wednesday, June 5; 6-8 p.m.
Black Swamp Preserve
1014 South Maple Street, Bowling Green
Bikers and runners aren’t the only creatures that call the S.E.T. home! Join in on this no-drop group road-bike ride and learn about and spot wildlife and habitats that surround the Slippery Elm Trail. Leader: Craig Spicer
Register for programs at http://www.wcparks.org/, or call Wood County Park District headquarters at 419-353-1897
Planting Native Plants
Thursday, June 6; 9-11 a.m.
Rudolph Savanna
10330 Rudolph Road, Rudolph
Volunteer Program: Plant natives from the Wood County Park District’s greenhouse. We only have a few thousand plants to get into the parks and preserves, so everyone is welcome to dig in and help. Tools are provided; no experience required. And remember, green side up! Leader: Stewardship staff Emerge: Please register for volunteer opportunities at https://wcparks.galaxydigital.com
Native Nursery Night
Thursday, June 6; 6-8 p.m.
J.C. Reuthinger Memorial Preserve
30730 Oregon Road, Perrysburg
Volunteer Program: Help add to, maintain, or harvest seed from the Native Plant Nursery. All are welcome! Leader: Stewardship staff. Please register for volunteer opportunities at https://wcparks.galaxydigital.com
EcoLit Book Group Meeting
Thursday, June 6; 7-9:30 p.m.
W.W. Knight Nature Preserve: Friends’ Green Room
29530 White Road, Perrysburg
For this meeting, please read “Desert Solitaire” by Edward Abbey. Group meets once a month. Register for any or all. Discussion leader: Cheryl Lachowski, Senior Lecturer, BGSU English Dept. and Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist (OCVN). Program facilitator: Jim Witter
Register for programs at http://www.wcparks.org/, or call Wood County Park District headquarters at 419-353-1897
Hiking for Health Series
Fridays, June 7 and August 23 10-11:30 a.m.
June 7: Black Swamp Preserve
1014 S. Maple St, Bowling Green
August 23: Otsego Park
20000 West River Road, Bowling Green
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 three. Leader: Jim Witter. Register for programs at http://www.wcparks.org/, or call Wood County Park District headquarters at 419-353-1897
Self-Care Saturdays
June 8, July 13, and August 10; 12:00 – 1:30 pm
W.W. Knight Nature Preserve
29530 White Road, Perrysburg
Forest therapy is practicing the connection with yourself and the Earth. By practicing this connection, you reduce stress, depression, anxiety, blood pressure and heart rate, symptoms of OCD and ADHD and increase your sense of well-being, immunity, mental clarity, creativity & concentration. Cost: $15. Program facilitator: Jim Witter. Register for programs at http://www.wcparks.org/, or call Wood County Park District
headquarters at 419-353-1897
Late Harvest Garden Planting
Monday, June 10; 9-11 a.m.
Carter Historic Farm
18331 Carter Road, Bowling Green
Volunteer Program: Help plant some of the fruits and vegetables that will be used later in the year in Farm programming. Leaders: Arden Pontasch and Corinne Gordon. Please register for volunteer opportunities at https://wcparks.galaxydigital.com
Bird Song I.D. Part Two
Tuesday, June 11; 10-11:30 a.m.
Cedar Creeks Preserve
4575 Walbridge Road, Northwood
Get some experience listening for breeding birds as we build upon concepts discussed in March’s intro to bird song program. Participation in the March program is not necessary for registration. Leader: Jim Witter
Register for programs at http://www.wcparks.org/, or call Wood County Park District headquarters at 419-353-1897
Archery Skills: The Complete Archer
Part 1: Tuesday, June 11; 6:30 – 8:30 p.m
Part 2: Thursday, June 13; 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Arrowwood Archery Range
11126 Linwood Road, Bowling Green
Transform into an arrow-slinging archer! This two-session course is designed to equip the novice with the tools to safely navigate the range, become familiar with basic archery equipment and create a solid foundation to work on precision and accuracy. Leader: Bill Hoefflin
Register for programs at http://www.wcparks.org/, or call Wood County Park District headquarters at 419-353-1897
Planting Native Plants
Thursday, June 13; 9-11 a.m.
Beaver Creek Preserve
23028 Long Judson Road, Grand Rapids
Volunteer Program: Plant natives from the Wood County Park District’s greenhouse. We only have a few thousand plants to get into the parks and preserves, so everyone is welcome to dig in and help. Tools are provided; no experience required. And remember, green side up! Leader: Stewardship staff. Please register for volunteer opportunities at https://wcparks.galaxydigital.com
Tweenagers: Explore the Wetlands
Friday, June 14; 9 a.m. – noon
W.W. Knight Nature Preserve
29530 White Road, Perrysburg
Search for macroinvertebrates, frogs, and other creatures in and around the wetland. Learn how this ecosystem impacts our lives and how to contribute to good water quality. Leader: Jim Witter Register for programs at http://www.wcparks.org/, or call Wood County Park District
headquarters at 419-353-1897
Woody Plant Removal
Saturday, June 15; 10 a.m. – noon
Bradner Preserve: Timmons Rd parking lot
11540 Timmons Road, Bradner
Volunteer Program: Join us in the fight to remove invasive plants from our parks. Gloves and tools provided. No experience is needed. Leader: Stewardship staff. Please register for volunteer opportunities at https://wcparks.galaxydigital.com
Kayak Safety & Rescue
Saturday, June 15; 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Three Meadows Pond
700 Three Meadows Drive, Perrysburg
Join American Canoeing Association instructors to advance your touring kayak safety and rescue skills. Be prepared to take a swim through this involved course that will help you keep all boats afloat and prepare you for when they don’t float. See online description for full details and registration requirements. Registration deadline is Monday, June 10. Cost: $35/FWCP $30. Leaders: Craig Spicer and Bill Hoefflin
Register for programs at http://www.wcparks.org/, or call Wood County Park District headquarters at 419-353-1897
Full Moon Walk
Monday, June 17; 8:30-10:00 p.m.
Slippery Elm Trail: Cricket Frog Cove
14810 Freyman Road, Cygnet
Enjoy a gentle stroll under the Full Strawberry moon as we learn moon lore and look and listen for nocturnal wildlife. Bug spray, repellent technology or clothing recommended. Any flashlights must have red lenses, no dogs permitted. Leader: Bill Hoefflin Register for programs at http://www.wcparks.org/, or call Wood County Park District headquarters at 419-353-1897
Conservation Volunteer Day
Tuesday, June 18; 1-3 p.m.
Rudolph Savanna
10330 Rudolph Road, Rudolph
Volunteer Program: Help with invasive plant and trash removal and other conservation tasks. Volunteers will be provided bags and gloves. No experience necessary. Leader: Stewardship staff Please register for volunteer opportunities at https://wcparks.galaxydigital.com
Water Quality
Tuesday, June 18; 6-8 p.m.
William Henry Harrison
644 Bierley Ave, Pemberville
Learn about water quality of the Portage River by finding and identifying
macroinvertebrates from the water. You must be prepared to go into knee deep water with close-toed shoes. No experience needed. Leader: Nicole Sarver Register for programs at http://www.wcparks.org/, or call Wood County Park District headquarters at 419-353-1897
Native Nursery Night
Thursday, June 20; 6-8 p.m.
J.C. Reuthinger Memorial Preserve
30730 Oregon Road, Perrysburg
Volunteer Program: Help add to, maintain, or harvest seed from the Native Plant Nursery. All are welcome! Leader: Stewardship staff. Please register for volunteer opportunities at https://wcparks.galaxydigital.com
Teenature
Thursday, June 20; 6:30 – 9:30 p.m.
W.W. Knight Nature Preserve: Friends’ Green Room
29530 White Road, Perrysburg
Teen participants will assist with a stewardship project and learn about our iNaturalist program at Wood County Parks. Bring your phone to take photos and add them to our WC Parks or iNaturalist apps. Enjoy snacks and conversation after our return to the nature center. Leader: Jim Witter
Register for programs at http://www.wcparks.org/, or call Wood County Park District headquarters at 419-353-189
Scenic River Canoeing
Friday, June 21; 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Orleans Boat Launch
E. Harrison Ave, Perrysburg
Enjoy a scenic paddle on the Maumee River around the Audubon Islands State Nature Preserve with naturalists and ODNR stream scientists, who will point out interesting river features. Experience how experts evaluate the health of the river by investigatingthe critters that call it home. Cost: $10/$7 FWCP. Leader: Craig Spicer Register for programs at http://www.wcparks.org/, or call Wood County Park District headquarters at 419-353-1897
Wilderness First Aid Course
Saturday – Sunday, June 22 – 23; 8:30 am – 7 p.m.
W.W. Knight Nature Preserve
29530 White Road, Perrysburg
Learn how to save life and limb when mired in an area far from the hospital or in a natural area miles from an access point in this class provided by MEDIC SOLO. Classroom instruction and hands-on problem-solving are blended into this rescue scenario training. Gain care-giving confidence and the SOLO 2-year certification. Cost: $195 (N/A). Program facilitator: Craig Spicer Register for programs at http://www.wcparks.org/, or call Wood County Park District headquarters at 419-353-1897.
Cycle Werk Basics
Wednesday, June 26; 6:00 – 7:45 p.m.
CycleWerks Bicycle & Fitness
248 South Main Street, Bowling Green
Bike upkeep is crucial to ensuring your rides are smooth and safe. Let the experts from CycleWerks tune-up your skills in maintenance fundamentals in this hands-on workshop. Program facilitator: Craig Spicer
Register for programs at http://www.wcparks.org/, or call Wood County Park District headquarters at 419-353-1897
Coastal Kayaking: Skills, Rescues, Safety
June 27 & 28; 6-9 p.m.
June 30; 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Three Meadows Pond
700 Three Meadows Drive, Perrysburg
Join American Canoe Association instructors to advance your kayak safety and rescue skills in an open water/coastal environment. Kayakers with novice to intermediate ability are encouraged to participate in this three-session class. See online description for full details and registration requirements. Registration deadline Sunday, June 23. Cost: $75/FWCP $65. Leaders: Eric Slough and Craig Spicer Register for programs at http://www.wcparks.org/, or call Wood County Park District headquarters at 419-353-1897
