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5/18/12 |
Coffee with the Birds |
8:00 AM |
Wildwood Preserve |
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What winged jewels decorate the woods and Window on Wildlife? Treat yourself to a weekly sneak peek of migratory songbirds followed by a cup of brew -- a combination guaranteed to start your day right! Thanks to Wild Birds Unlimited for their donation of Shade-grown, bird friendly coffee for these events. |
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5/18/12 |
Blue Weekend |
9:00 AM |
Oak Openings Preserve |
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Visit several sites in the Oak Openings Region and learn more about the rare species that inhabit this unique ecosystem. Cosponsored by The Nature Conservancy, The Olander Park System and the Green Ribbon Initiative. For a list of programs, visit www.oakopenings.org. |
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5/18/12 |
Volunteer Naturalist Training |
1:00 PM |
Side Cut |
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Nature interpretation, seasonal plant and animal cycles, and Northwest Ohio natural history is the focus of this monthly, outdoor field study at various Metroparks locations. Recommended for Metroparks walk leaders, Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalists, and Volunteer Trail Patrol. |
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5/19/12 |
Club Camp: Birds, Birds, Birds |
9:00 AM |
Oak Openings Preserve |
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Nature Camp doesn’t have to end just because summer is over. Every month camp is not in session in 2012, Metroparks is hosting a special time for campers to reunite and extend their great nature experience. There are more birds in Ohio this time of year than any other. Let’s see how many we can find. |
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5/19/12 |
The Oak Openings Blues |
12:00 PM |
Secor Metropark |
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'The Oak Openings Blues" highlights in photos the many plants, animals, insects, amphibians, etc. that are colored blue. Expanded for 2012 with new images from local photographers, this exhibit in celebration of Blue Weekend features amazing plants, animals and scenery that bring the color blue to the Oak Openings. |
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5/19/12 |
Sand to Glass: Metroparks and Toledo Museum of Art |
12:30 PM |
Oak Openings Preserve |
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Fusing nature, history and art sand to glass explores the Toledo glass industry's connection the Oak Openings region's unique resources. Participants meet at one of the nation's most unusual natural areas, the Oak Openings sand dunes to learn about natural glass before travelling on their own to the Toledo Museum of Art for a tour of the Glass Pavilion. The program concludes by creating your own glass flower as a reminder of this unique outing. Registration opens April 23, 2012 and participants must call 419-254-5771 ext. 7432 to register. |
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5/19/12 |
Volunteer Naturalist Training |
1:00 PM |
Side Cut |
Register |
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Nature interpretation, seasonal plant and animal cycles, and Northwest Ohio natural history is the focus of this monthly, outdoor field study at various Metroparks locations. Recommended for Metroparks walk leaders, Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalists, and Volunteer Trail Patrol. |
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5/19/12 |
Vintage Base Ball |
2:00 PM |
Wildwood Preserve |
No Registration Required |
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THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. PLEASE JOIN US ON JULY 4TH FOR THE NEXT VINTAGE BASEBALL GAME. No glove? No problem. Come see how baseball was meant to be played when the Sylvania Great Black Swamp Frogs take on their opponents in an 1860s "base ball match." |
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5/20/12 |
Corridor Exploration With Tim Schetter |
9:00 AM |
Off-Site |
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Be the first to walk the Oak Openings Corridor! This rigorous off trail adventure will journey through 3 miles of newly preserved lands beginning at irwin Prairie SNP and ending at Kitty Todd Preserve. Please bring insect repellant and a water bottle. |
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5/20/12 |
Stranleigh and Me: No Place Like Home (Ages 7 to 10) |
10:00 AM |
Wildwood Preserve |
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Hey kids, are you 7 to 10 years old? If so, have you ever dreamed of living in a mansion? One local family actually did! Come to the Stranleigh Manor, the form Stranahan Estate at Wildwood Preserve to discover what it was like and do a fun activity.The Stranahan’s built their dream home between 1936 and 1938. It took a lot of research and planning. Come to Stranleigh Manor to see what all the hard work accomplished and draw a little inspiration when you design your own dream home. |
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5/20/12 |
Volunteer Work Day |
1:00 PM |
Secor Metropark |
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Spring into Volunteer action and give back to your Metroparks. Lend a hand with the operations crew by tending garden beds, pruning, litter pick up and other projects. Work gloves, a reusable drinking bottle and sturdy shoes or boots are recommended. Community groups and individuals welcome. |
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5/20/12 |
Solar Eclipse |
7:00 PM |
Wildwood Preserve |
Waiting List |
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Celebrate the solar eclipse of 2012 at dark in the park. Toledo is at the extreme edge of the viewing area for this rare sky event. Eclipses have been written about in history and observed for centuries but what is really happening? Participants will receive solar eclipse glasses to view the eclipse safely. |
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5/21/12 |
Friends of Side Cut: A View From The Side Cut Explorer |
7:00 PM |
Side Cut |
No Registration Required |
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A View from the Side Cut Explorer : A PowerPoint presentation of the best of Side Cut sightings from aboard the Explorer. More than deer can be seen on this weekly tram ride through the park. Check out the wildlife photos and learn how you can reserve a place on a Tuesday Explorer run from June through October. |
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5/22/12 |
Collectibles: Miniature Tea Sets From Around The World |
9:30 AM |
Wildwood Preserve |
No Registration Required |
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Join us at the historic Manor House for this special program sponsored by the Manor House Volunteers. Coffee and muffins served at 9:30 a.m. Program begins at 10 a.m. Did you have a tea set as a child? Come see Tish Price’s wonderful international collection. |
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5/22/12 |
Wee Workshop: Flying Flowers |
10:00 AM |
Wildwood Preserve |
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Butterflies give flowers wings when they fly from plant to plant. We learn all about the natural wonder of pollination at this special program. Wee Workshop is a hands-on nature experience designed to cultivate your child’s love for the outdoors and includes a craft, story time and a nature walk. Register child only. Parents accompany their 3 to 5 year old child at program. |
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5/22/12 |
Wee Workshop: Flying Flowers |
1:00 PM |
Wildwood Preserve |
Register |
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Butterflies give flowers wings when they fly from plant to plant. We learn all about the natural wonder of pollination at this special program. Wee Workshop is a hands-on nature experience designed to cultivate your child’s love for the outdoors and includes a craft, story time and a nature walk. Register child only. Parents accompany their 3 to 5 year old child at program. |
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5/24/12 |
TAARS: In Search of Ancient Egyptian Gemstones |
7:00 PM |
Wildwood Preserve |
No Registration Required |
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The answers to histories great mysteries lay buried under our feet. Join TAARS for their monthly meeting to discuss topics related to the field of archeology. This month Jim Herrall, Geologist from the University of Toledo and President of Toledo Archaeological Institute of America presents "In Search of Ancient Egyptian Gemstones". |
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5/25/12 |
Coffee with the Birds |
8:00 AM |
Swan Creek Preserve |
Register |
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What winged jewels decorate the woods and Window on Wildlife? Treat yourself to a weekly sneak peek of migratory songbirds followed by a cup of brew -- a combination guaranteed to start your day right! Thanks to Wild Birds Unlimited for their donation of Shade-grown, bird friendly coffee for these events. |
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5/25/12 |
Audubon Island Canoe Excursion |
5:30 PM |
Side Cut |
Waiting List |
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Make the most of this rare opportunity to visit an island nature preserve. A leisurely evening on the river will provide some great wildlife viewing so bring your binoculars. Participants must be 12 and older. All minors must be in the same canoe as their legal guardian. Program canceled if water is high. Two people per canoe. |
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5/26/12 |
Johlin Cabin Open House |
10:00 AM |
Pearson |
No Registration Required |
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Calling pioneers of all ages, the Johlin Black Swamp Cabin is open to enjoy. See how much home life has changed in the last 145 years when you meet the lady of the house dressed in period clothing, help with daily chores or just explore. |
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5/27/12 |
Volunteer Work Day |
10:00 AM |
Pearson |
Register |
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Spring into Volunteer action and give back to your Metroparks. Lend a hand with the operations crew by tending garden beds, pruning, litter pick up and other projects. Work gloves, a reusable drinking bottle and sturdy shoes or boots are recommended. Community groups and individuals welcome. |
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5/31/12 |
Nature Shoot:: Oak Savanna |
6:00 PM |
Off-Site |
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Oak savannas, or Oak Openings, are a key and rare habitat of our Oak Openings Region. Lupine should be at its peak along with a host of other spring species in one of our area's best oak savannas located in The Nature Conservancy's Kitty Todd Preserve. |
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6/1/12 |
Tea at Stranleigh |
12:00 PM |
Wildwood Preserve |
No Registration Required |
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What better way to welcome spring than by sipping our specially made tea and sampling delicious sandwiches and desserts while overlooking the Shipman garden in full bloom. Reservations welcome but not required. For limited reservations, call 419 344 4765. Sponsored and presented by the Manor House Volunteers. |
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6/2/12 |
Volunteers for Metrobarks |
7:30 AM |
Secor Metropark |
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MetroBarks is the perfect event for the whole family including your favorite canine companion. It is filled with vendors and pooch-approved activities. Join in as a volunteer this year and help with registration, children’s activities/games, theatre assistants, costume characters, dog contests, bus monitors and traffic/information spots. It will be a tail-waggin good time! Contact Alice Jacobs for more information 419-205-7851 alice.jacobs@metroparkstoledo.com |
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6/3/12 |
Metropark Mutts: Snoutful of Spring |
3:30 PM |
Wildwood Preserve |
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What's better than spending a Sunday in the spring sniffing about the park prairies with your pup? Plan to explore the purple and orange trail loops to see what's popping in the park. Dogs must have shots, get along with other dogs and be on standard 6 ft. lead. Program cancelled if raining. |
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6/3/12 |
Full Moon Walk |
8:30 PM |
Oak Openings Preserve |
Waiting List |
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The full moon sheds all the light we need on this special, naturalist-led night hike. Track nocturnal wildlife, call owls and gaze at a sky full of stars. No dogs permitted. |
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6/4/12 |
Wee Workshop Preschool Summer Camp: Session 1 (Ages 3 to 5) |
10:00 AM |
Wildwood Preserve |
Waiting List |
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Explore favorite Ohio animals through songs, puppets and games. Enjoy multi-sensory, hands-on activities, crafts and outdoor exploration. Adults will play alongside their child. Register child only.
Home base is Wildwood Preserve. Camp will be held rain or shine with plenty of rainy day options.
Participants MUST be 3 to 5 years old during the session.
Applications for financial assistance are available for all summer camps, call 419-407-9701. To better serve your child, please share any information about his/her allergies, behavioral, physical or emotional health about which we should be aware by typing in the Special Request field below.
Campers may attend a maximum of two weeks of Nature Camp. |
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6/4/12 |
Wee Workshop Preschool Summer Camp: Session 2 (Ages 3 to 5) |
2:00 PM |
Wildwood Preserve |
Register |
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Explore favorite Ohio animals through songs, puppets and games. Enjoy multi-sensory, hands-on activities, crafts and outdoor exploration. Adults will play alongside their child. Register child only.
Home base is Wildwood Preserve. Camp will be held rain or shine with plenty of rainy day options.
Participants MUST be 3 to 5 years old during the session.
Applications for financial assistance are available for all summer camps, call 419-407-9701. To better serve your child, please share any information about his/her allergies, behavioral, physical or emotional health about which we should be aware by typing in the Special Request field below.
Campers may attend a maximum of two weeks of Nature Camp. |
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6/4/12 |
Volunteer Trail Patrol Recognition: By Invitiation Only |
6:00 PM |
Wildwood Preserve |
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6/5/12 |
Side Cut Explorer |
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Side Cut |
Register |
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All Aboard! Cruise along the banks of the Maumee River and down the canal tow path in Metroparks open air trolley. A naturalist will highlight the scenery, as you relax in the 12 passenger, wheelchair accessible tram. Every Tuesday, June through October. |
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