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1/27/12 |
Oak Openings Forum: Keynote |
4:30 PM |
Oak Openings Preserve |
Registration Closed |
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This year, welcome keynote, Mr. John O'Meara, Director of Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks, who will highlight the protection of natural areas in Central Ohio. Mr. O'Meara's presentation, "Conserving and Restoring Habitat in Central Ohio," will include his park district's bison reintroduction and rare species and prairie conservation efforts. A twilight savanna walk and dinner at Oak Openings Lodge set the stage for this keynote address for Saturday’s Oak Openings Research Forum. Walk at 4:30 p.m., Dinner at 6 p.m., keynote at 7 p.m. Cost: $25. Scholarships available. If you would like a vegetarian dinner please make a note at the time of registration. For more information, call 419-407-9700. |
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1/28/12 |
Oak Openings Research Forum |
9:00 AM |
Off-Site |
Register |
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Metroparks is proud to partner with the Toledo Lucas County Public Library to present this update on a year's worth of research in the amazing Oak Openings Region of northwest Ohio. Presentations and posters about rare plants, insects, birds, amphibians, ecology and geology. Presentations will begin promptly at 9:30 a.m. Parking Garage opens at 8:45 a.m. Program fee is $25 and includes materials, lunch, courtesy parking at the Main Library garage on Adams Street and refreshments. For more information, call 419-407-9700. If you would like a vegetarian lunch option please make a note at the time of registration. Scholarships available thanks to a generous Metroparks Members Grant. Call 419-407-9706 for details. |
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1/28/12 |
Travel Circle: From the Amazon River Basin to the Galapagos Islands |
1:00 PM |
Wildwood Preserve |
No Registration Required |
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Spend an afternoon with Hostelling International. Hike or ski at 1 p.m., weather permitting. At 2:15 p.m., enjoy a slide show on the Amazon River and the Galapagos Islands presented by Rose and Andy Kandik. |
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1/29/12 |
Historical Tours of Stranleigh |
12:00 PM |
Wildwood Preserve |
No Registration Required |
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The stunning Georgian Colonial style mansion at Wildwood Preserve stands as one of Toledo's architectural icons. Enjoy free guided tours every Sunday at this 32,000 square foot Despression era home and learn about the region's rich history. Be sure to plan some extra time to visit the Frank Stranahan exhibit and walk this estate formerly called Stranleigh. |
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1/31/12 |
Scholars of a Different Note: BGSU Concert Series |
7:30 PM |
Wildwood Preserve |
No Registration Required |
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Talented students again fill Toledo’s favorite home with music. Enjoy a different performer every week. Oboe students of Dr. Jacqueline Leclair. |
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2/1/12 |
Volunteer Trail Patrol Interviews |
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Wildwood Preserve |
Register |
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After completing a volunteer application you may have checked Volunteer Trail Patrol as one of your interests. A volunteer coordinator will have talked with you about the VTP job description, and you might have attended one of the orientations in January to answer all of your questions. Volunteer Trail Patrol is just the right fit. You are ready to schedule your interview! |
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2/1/12 |
Toddler Trails (Ages 18 months to 3 years) |
10:00 AM |
Wildwood Preserve |
Register |
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This outdoor, multi-sensory nature play and exploration program runs the first Wednesday of each month. Parents must accompany their child at the program. Register toddlers only. |
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2/1/12 |
Remember the Ladies |
10:00 AM |
Wildwood Preserve |
Register |
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Members of the AAUW (American Association of University Women), by character portrayal bring to life women past and present who have made a significant difference in the lives of all women and men. This program is free and open to grades three through six. Limited reservations each Wednesday. Please call Susan at 419-277-0107. |
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2/2/12 |
Good Morning Groundhog! |
10:00 AM |
Wildwood Preserve |
Register |
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Will the ground hog see his shadow? Join us to shake away the winter blues with fun-filled activities, humorous weather lore, and a visit to Wildwood Willie's meadow habitat. |
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2/2/12 |
Volunteer Trail Patrol Interviews |
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Wildwood Preserve |
Register |
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After completing a volunteer application you may have checked Volunteer Trail Patrol as one of your interests. A volunteer coordinator will have talked with you about the VTP job description, and you might have attended one of the orientations in January to answer all of your questions. Volunteer Trail Patrol is just the right fit. You are ready to schedule your interview! |
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2/3/12 |
Volunteer Trail Patrol Interviews |
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Wildwood Preserve |
Register |
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After completing a volunteer application you may have checked Volunteer Trail Patrol as one of your interests. A volunteer coordinator will have talked with you about the VTP job description, and you might have attended one of the orientations in January to answer all of your questions. Volunteer Trail Patrol is just the right fit. You are ready to schedule your interview! |
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2/4/12 |
Volunteer Trail Patrol Interviews |
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Wildwood Preserve |
Register |
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After completing a volunteer application you may have checked Volunteer Trail Patrol as one of your interests. A volunteer coordinator will have talked with you about the VTP job description, and you might have attended one of the orientations in January to answer all of your questions. Volunteer Trail Patrol is just the right fit. You are ready to schedule your interview! |
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2/4/12 |
Travel Circle: Israel and Jordan |
1:00 PM |
Oak Openings Preserve |
No Registration Required |
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Spend an afternoon with Hostelling International. Hike or ski at 1 p.m., weather permitting. At 2:15 p.m., enjoy a slide show on Israel and Jordan presented by Nancy and Tom Verner, Sue Wilson and Ron Toneff. |
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2/4/12 |
Manor House Mystery Dinner: CSI ASAP |
6:00 PM |
Wildwood Preserve |
Register |
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The elegant Manor House makes the perfect backdrop for this mysterious who done it. Relax, enjoy a fine meal and test your detective skills during this event of entertainment. It's murder in the afternoon as soap opera icon, Susan Kane, is strangled in her private dressing room! Examine the evidence with the daytime doctors. Investigate the murder with the Man from Miami.
This program is generously sponsored by the Manor House Volunteers. |
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2/5/12 |
Historical Tours of Stranleigh |
12:00 PM |
Wildwood Preserve |
No Registration Required |
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The stunning Georgian Colonial style mansion at Wildwood Preserve stands as one of Toledo's architectural icons. Enjoy free guided tours every Sunday at this 32,000 square foot Despression era home and learn about the region's rich history. Be sure to plan some extra time to visit the Frank Stranahan exhibit and walk this estate formerly called Stranleigh. |
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2/5/12 |
Winter Wildlife Tracks and Signs |
2:00 PM |
Wildwood Preserve |
Register |
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Discover Wildwood’s winter wildlife as you search for animal tracks and signs during this family friendly program. After a naturalist led walk to Susan’s Meadow, head back to Metroparks Hall to create plaster casts of the tracks you spotted. This walk and take-home plaster tracks are sure to provide lasting memories for you and your family. Call Patty at 419.407.9723 for reservations. |
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2/7/12 |
Fallen Timbers Battlefield Preservation Commission |
7:00 PM |
Side Cut |
No Registration Required |
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THIS MEETING HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Next meeting is scheduled for April 3, 2012.
For 200 years the Fallen Timbers Battlefield laid hidden in plain site. Now that we've found it, what do we do with it? Let your voice be heard as this volunteer group works with Metroparks to shape the battlefield's fate for the next hundred years. For more information email President Dave Westrick at evadwest@buckeye-express.com. |
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2/7/12 |
Scholars of a Different Note: BGSU Concert Series |
7:30 PM |
Wildwood Preserve |
No Registration Required |
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Talented students again fill Toledo’s favorite home with music. Enjoy a different performer every week. Piano students of Dr. Thomas Rosenkrantz. |
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2/8/12 |
Remember the Ladies |
10:00 AM |
Wildwood Preserve |
Register |
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Members of the AAUW (American Association of University Women), by character portrayal bring to life women past and present who have made a significant difference in the lives of all women and men. This program is free and open to grades three through six. Limited reservations each Wednesday. Please call Susan at 419-277-0107. |
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2/8/12 |
Friends of Pearson |
7:00 PM |
Pearson |
No Registration Required |
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What would you like to do at a park? Imagine what you wish you could do and join the Friends of Pearson at their monthly meeting to help direct the future of this unique and popular Metropark. |
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2/9/12 |
Tot Trot (Ages 3 to 6) |
2:00 PM |
Wildwood Preserve |
Register |
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Enjoy healthy outside activity including nature exploration with a special theme each week, designed especially for young children ages 3 and above and their adult companions. Dress for outdoors. Register children only. |
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2/9/12 |
Calling All Boy Scouts: Mammal Study |
4:00 PM |
Oak Openings Preserve |
Register |
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Join us for this engaging outdoor habitat improvement project and lecture. Boy scouts earn all but one requirement (#3) for this merit badge. Mammal Study is a drop-off program for 5-12th grade scouts. Please dress for the weather. |
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2/11/12 |
Birders of a Feather: Urban Birds |
8:00 AM |
Swan Creek Preserve |
Register |
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Just like people, some birds prefer the city life. Find out what birds are spending the winter at Swan Creek. Become a part of our bird watching flock. First-timers and experienced birders love these monthly avian explorations. Bring your binoculars and field guides to test your new knowledge. |
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2/11/12 |
Welcome to Volunteering!: Stewardship |
10:00 AM |
Wildwood Preserve |
Register |
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Interested in becoming a Metroparks Volunteer? Come to our volunteer orientation and explore all the great programs and positions within Metroparks. From pouring tea at the Manor House, to planting trees in the park, our volunteers do it all! Learn about all the opportunities that Metroparks has to offer including a special session on the “hot topic” of the morning: Stewardship. Make a difference by learning how you can help with preservation efforts at Metroparks. Love the outdoors? Stewardship is for you! |
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2/11/12 |
Travel Circle: Bicycling 1,038 miles from Perrysburg to Maine |
1:00 PM |
Secor Metropark |
No Registration Required |
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Spend an afternoon with Hostelling International. Hike or ski at 1 p.m., weather permitting. At 2:15 p.m., enjoy a slide show on Bicycling America from Perrysburg to Maine presented by Larry Lindsay. |
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2/12/12 |
Historical Tours of Stranleigh |
12:00 PM |
Wildwood Preserve |
No Registration Required |
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The stunning Georgian Colonial style mansion at Wildwood Preserve stands as one of Toledo's architectural icons. Enjoy free guided tours every Sunday at this 32,000 square foot Despression era home and learn about the region's rich history. Be sure to plan some extra time to visit the Frank Stranahan exhibit and walk this estate formerly called Stranleigh. |
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2/12/12 |
Naturalists Camera Club of Toledo: Best Nature Photo Sites in our Area |
2:00 PM |
Secor Metropark |
No Registration Required |
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Programs include guest speakers, photo instructions, club information and light refreshments. Please visit the NCNP gallery exhibits before or after the programs. Free and open to the public. |
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2/12/12 |
Valentines Passion: Chocolate and Candlelight |
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Oak Openings Preserve |
Register |
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Rejuvenate your passion for the outdoors and each other on this romantic, self-guided winter walk along a wooded, candle-lit trail. You and your sweetie will be provided with a lantern to help guide your way to the fire at the Lodge, where you will delight in sampling a variety of decadent chocolate desserts. Sip gourmet hot cocoa by the fire while enjoying soft music. Fee per person. |
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2/14/12 |
Valentines Passion: Chocolate and Candlelight |
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Oak Openings Preserve |
Register |
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Rejuvenate your passion for the outdoors and each other on this romantic, self-guided winter walk along a wooded, candle-lit trail. You and your sweetie will be provided with a lantern to help guide your way to the fire at the Lodge, where you will delight in sampling a variety of decadent chocolate desserts. Sip gourmet hot cocoa by the fire while enjoying soft music. Fee per person. |
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2/14/12 |
Scholars of a Different Note: BGSU Concert Series |
7:30 PM |
Wildwood Preserve |
No Registration Required |
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Talented students again fill Toledo’s favorite home with music. Enjoy a different performer every week. Cello students of Alan Smith. |
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