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Park |
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2/3/12 |
Volunteer Trail Patrol Interviews |
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Wildwood Preserve |
Registration Closed |
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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 |
Volunteer Oak Openings Tornado |
10:00 AM |
Oak Openings Preserve |
Register |
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Celebrate with a volunteer tornado debris clean-up effort in Mary’s Savanna. Volunteers will be building the final brush piles in this 25 acre Savanna. Currently, 265 hours of volunteer time have been donated and dozens of brush piles have been built. We will have snacks, warm beverages, smiles and maybe even some whoops and hollers! Please bring gloves, wear sturdy shoes and dress warm. Groups are welcome. |
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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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2/5/12 |
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 |
Waiting List |
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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 |
6:45 PM |
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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2/12/12 |
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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2/15/12 |
VTP Training: CPR/First Aid |
9:00 AM |
Wildwood Preserve |
Register |
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This training for current members of Volunteer Trail Patrol and is required for new and two-year expirees. |
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2/15/12 |
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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2/15/12 |
Bird Study: Behaviors and Habitats |
7:00 PM |
Wildwood Preserve |
Register |
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Are you interested in birds and want to know more about them? Bird Study will meet monthly for an in-depth look at bird structures, behaviors and species. This program is designed to be an in-door discussion, sharing and learning experience that will enhance your outdoor exploration and hone your bird identification skills. Who flocks together and who scratches the ground? Knowledge of behavior and how birds relate to their habitats is helpful in identifying birds. |
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2/16/12 |
Hooray for Homeschoolers: Let it Snow |
10:00 AM |
Secor Metropark |
Register |
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Snow is a beautiful mystery. What is it? How is it made? How do animals use it? Take a close look at snow and how important it is to plants and animals. Once we understand it, we will make snowflakes to take home. |
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2/17/12 |
Volunteer Naturalist Training |
1:00 PM |
Swan Creek Preserve |
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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2/18/12 |
Travel Circle: Brussels, Belgium and Slovakia |
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 Brussels, Belgium and Slovakia presented by Dave Beckwith. |
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2/18/12 |
Volunteer Naturalist Training |
1:00 PM |
Swan Creek Preserve |
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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2/18/12 |
Nature Shoot: Birds Of Prey |
1:00 PM |
Blue Creek Conservation Area |
Waiting List |
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This popular annual program combines tips on taking great wildlife photos with an opportunity to photograph magnificent birds of prey. Meet at Nature's Nursery, in the Blue Creek Conservation Area, for the opportunity to take intimate close-ups of these birds against a natural backdrop. |
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2/18/12 |
Club Camp: Winter Wilderness Survival (Ages 7 to 11) |
3:00 PM |
Oak Openings Preserve |
Register |
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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. Campers learned about Wilderness Survival in the summer. Learn how survival is different in the winter? Perhaps we will track some animals. |
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