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The mission of the Wood County Park District is to conserve, enhance, and protect the natural and cultural resources of Wood County, while providing quality outdoor recreational and educational opportunities for Wood County citizens.

Vol. XVII - Issue 4

Wood County Park DistrictProgram

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September, October, and November 2019

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Neil MungerPark Commissioners

Tom Myers • Dennis Parish • Bob Hawker Sandy Wiechman • Bill Cameron

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Peak of the Prairie Walk Tuesday, September 3; 6:00 – 7:30 pmCricket Frog Cove Area14810 Freyman Road, CygnetPrairie wildflowers are the star of this show as we take a gentle stroll to see some impressive blooms and the critters that call the prairie home. Leader: Bill Hoefflin

EcoLit Book Group Meeting Thursday, September 5; 7:00 – 9:30 pmW.W. Knight Nature Preserve: Friends’ Green Room29530 White Road, PerrysburgFor this meeting, please read Power, a novel by Linda Hogan. Group meets monthly. Register for any or all. Discussion leader: Cheryl Lachowski, Senior Lecturer, BGSU English Dept. and Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist (OCVN).

iNaturalist App 101 Thursday, September 5; 4:00 – 6:00 pmW.W. Knight Nature Preserve29530 White Road, PerrysburgLearn 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

The Benefits of Prescribed Fire Thursday, September 5; 7:00 – 8:30 pmW.W. Knight Nature Preserve: Hankison Great Room29530 White Road, PerrysburgLearn about the benefits of prescribed fire and how it is used as a land management tool by the Park District. You will have the opportunity to witness the preparation and execution of a prescribed fire at a later date. Learn how you might be able to assist with a burn at the parks. Leader: Jim Witter

Hiking for Health Series Fridays, September 6 and 27 and October 11 and 25, 10:00 – 11:30 amSeptember 6: W.W. Knight Nature Preserve29530 White Road, PerrysburgSeptember 27: Cedar Creeks Preserve4575 Walbridge Road, NorthwoodOctober 11: Cricket Frog Cove Area14810 Freyman Road, CygnetOctober 25: Bradner Preserve11491 Fostoria Road, BradnerJoin a naturalist for exercise and the wonder of watching seasonal changes. The hikes will offer a true mind-body connection. Sign up for one week or all four. Leaders: Jim Witter, Nicole Sarver and Bill Hoefflin

Parks Bus Tour Saturday, September 7; 9:00 am – noonW.W. Knight Nature Preserve29530 White Road, PerrysburgEnjoy a naturalist-led tour of a few parks, with a brief hike at each. Leader: Jim Witter

Water Quality Tuesday, September 10; 6:00 – 8:00 pmButtonwood Park27174 Hull Prairie Road, PerrysburgLearn about the inhabitants of the Maumee River by using kick seines to determine the health of the river. You must be prepared to go into knee deep water with closed-toe shoes. No experience needed. Leader: Nicole Sarver

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September Programs

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Registration: www.wcparks.org or 419-353-1897 Programs are free, unless noted. Hikes are 1-mile or under. Please register at least 48 hours in advance of the program.Get the free app, ‘wcparks’ for navigation, programs, and information about your 20 Wood County Parks & Preserves.

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Ricotta Making and Tasting Thursday, September 12; 6:00 – 8:00 pmCarter Historic Farm18331 Carter Road, Bowling GreenLearn how to make a basic ricotta cheese, then enjoy the results in some simple recipes. Leader: Corinne Gordon

Open Archery Thursday, September 12; 4:30 – 7:30 pmArrowwood Archery Range11126 Linwood Road, Bowling GreenCome anytime between 4:30 and 7:30pm to give archery a shot! All archery equipment provided, along with brief beginner-friendly instruction from our certified instructors. Children must be at least 7 years of age or older to use our equipment. No registration required. Leader: Craig Spicer

Harvest Full Moon Walk Friday, September 13; 7:45 – 9:15 pmBlack Swamp Preserve1014 S. Maple Street, Bowling GreenBe sure to catch what is usually one of the most beautiful moonrises of the year. Join us on a moonlit stroll hrough the preserve and learn some moon lore. Leader: Bill Hoefflin

Self-Care Saturdays September 14, October 19 & November 9; 12:00 – 1:30 pmW.W. Knight Nature Preserve29530 White Road, PerrysburgForest 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

Intro to Nature PhotographyTuesday, September 17; 5:30 – 8:00 pmBradner Interpretive Center11491 Fostoria Road, BradnerInterested in capturing the wonders of the outdoors in photographs, but unsure how to use those camera settings to your advantage? Bring your camera and practice honing your skills at our Nature Interpretation Center. This session will focus on capturing birds and other wildlife. Leader: Zeb Albert

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Hibernate, Hike or HunkerWednesday, September 25; 6:00 – 7:30 pmOtsego Park: Thompson Stone Hall20000 W. River Road, Bowling GreenAs winter approaches, there are a myriad of strategies that our local animals use to deal with our sometimes-harsh Ohio winters. Bring the family to meet some of our animal ambassadors, feel some furs and play a game or two. Leader: Bill Hoefflin

Cycle Werk Basics Wednesday, September 25; 6:00 – 7:45 pmCycleWerks Bicycle & Fitness248 South Main Street, Bowling GreenBike 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. All materials provided. Program facilitator: Craig Spicer

Homeschoolers: The Songs of Nocturnal InsectsThursday, September 26; 7:30 – 9:00 pmW.W. Knight Nature Preserve: Friends’ Green Room29530 White Road, PerrysburgInsects of all kinds fill the humid nighttime air with their songs. Look and listen for these six-legged critters and learn how they make these noises. Maybe we’ll even sneak up on a couple! Leader: Jim Witter

Sharing Nature with Children Tuesday, September 17; 7:00 – 8:30 pmW.W. Knight Nature Preserve: Friends’ Green Room29530 White Road, PerrysburgLearn from authors and from the experience of Eleanor Kemp, Director of Free Forest School group about how we can connect our children (and adults!) with local natural resources. After a presentation, we’ll discuss our own personal experiences with children of different ages. A naturalist will be present to lead a kids’ program during the adult presentation and discussion. Leader: Jim Witter

Spectacular Spider Search Wednesday, September 18; 6:00 – 7:30 pmW.W. Knight Nature Preserve29530 White Road, PerrysburgOur eight-legged friends are plentiful and busy this time of year. Come with an open mind and learn about these web spinning wonders. Leader: Bill Hoefflin

Homeschoolers: Orienteering Friday, September 20; 10:00 – 11:15 amWilliam Henry Harrison Park644 Bierley Road, PembervilleLearn how to use a compass and navigate a simple orienteering course. Leader: Jim Witter

Be Bright Glow Roll Friday, September 20; 7:30 – 9:30 pmBlack Swamp Preserve1014 South Maple Street, Bowling GreenIn partnership with the City of Bowling Green’s Bike Safety Commission, enjoy this nocturnal, family-friendly, bright bike ride! We’ll learn important safety tips for riding at night, including free bike lights for those who need them. Show off your creativity by bringing glow sticks and glow-in-the dark bike decorations to light up the trail! Leader: Craig Spicer

Island Tour Kayaking Saturday, September 21; 8:00 – 11:00 amWeirs Rapids Access21095 Range Line Road, Bowling GreenPaddle through the largest island chain in the Mighty Maumee with a naturalist as you check out ecological features, learn about the history of the islands, and search for wildlife like bald eagles, painted turtles, beaver and more! A kayaking safety and skills session will prelude the trip. Previous kayaking experience highly recommended. Paddling trip is roughly 5 river miles. $13/$8 FWCP Leader: Craig Spicer

Fall Farm Fest Saturday, September 21; 3:00 – 7:00 pmCarter Historic Farm18331 Carter Road, Bowling GreenJoin us for an afternoon celebrating the harvest season on the farm. Enjoy music, 1930s games, hayrides, food, and samples of the food grown on the farm this season! Parking, entrance, and activities are free at this community event filled with family fun.

MTB Skills Workshop Sunday, September 22; 11:00 am – 12:30 pmBlack Swamp Preserve1014 South Maple Street, Bowling GreenLearn from the pros of Spoke Life Cycles and The Right Direction as they teach fundamental skills to conquer off-road biking challenges and features. Bring your own bike and helmet. This class is appropriate for riders of all skill levels! Program facilitator: Craig Spicer

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October ProgramsWonderful Woolly Bears! Tuesday, October 1; 6:00 – 7:30 pmSawyer Quarry Nature Preserve26940 Lime City Road, PerrysburgDo these cute fuzzy “bears” have the ability to forecast our winter? We will search out the answer as we look for them on the trail and in the quarry. All winter prognostications are the responsibility of the larvae of the Isabella tiger moth and are not necessarily the viewpoint of the Wood County Parks. Leader: Bill Hoefflin

EcoLit Book Group Meeting Thursday, October 3, 7:00 – 9:30 pmW.W. Knight Nature Preserve: Friends’ Green Room29530 White Road, PerrysburgFor this meeting, please read The Forest Unseen: A Year’s Watch in Nature by David George Haskell. Group meets monthly. Register for any or all. Discussion leader: Cheryl Lachowski, Senior Lecturer, BGSU English Dept. and Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist (OCVN).

Sharing Nature with Children: Nature and Loose Parts Play Saturday, October 5; 10:00 – 11:30 am577 Foundation577 E. Front St, Perrysburg In an extension of September’s program, we’ll visit The 577 Foundation’s Nature Play Area. Learn about loose parts play and the connection with brain development in children from a BGSU early childhood educator while WCPD staff supervise children at the play area. Leader: Jim Witter

Crochet for Kids Saturday, October 5; 10:00 am – 1:00 pmCarter Historic Farm18331 Carter Road, Bowling GreenCrochet is not just for Grandmas! It’s not just for girls either! Learn the basics of crochet and how to make your very own scarf. Through this program, kids can improve hand-eye coordination, gain a sense of accomplishment by making their own clothing, connect with their past and develop a new hobby. Leader: Alyssa Garland

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Rope Rappelling Saturday, October 12; 9:30 am – 12:30 pmSawyer Quarry Nature Preserve26940 Lime City Road, PerrysburgIt’s a day of rope rappelling fun! A brief orientation will cover gear and safety procedures, then it’s over to the 30-foot cliff. Safety equipment, instruction, guidance, and water are provided; bring a water bottle and snacks. Participants must be 12 years of age or older. Closed-toe footwear only; access to the cliff tops requires short hikes on slightly uneven terrain. Leader: Craig Spicer

Hunter Full Moon Walk Sunday, October 13; 7:00 – 8:30 pmW.W. Knight Nature Preserve29530 White Road, PerrysburgNative Americans and early Europeans used to hunt on the nights around this full moon. Today we leave the night hunting to the animals in our parks. Which hunters might we see or hear on this brightly lit night? Join us to find out. Leader: Nicole Sarver

19th Annual Scarecrow Contest & Workshop Tuesday, October 15; 5:00 – 7:30 pmWood County Historical Center: 13660 County Home Road, Bowling GreenJoin in on the fun of the fall tradition of building scarecrows. We provide the straw, string, support pole, and refreshments; you bring scarecrow clothes, decoration, and support for the scarecrow’s back and arms (to attach to the display pole, if needed). You can take your scarecrow home or enter it in our 19th Annual Scarecrow Contest to win cash prizes! Find full contest details at wcparks.org. Contest scarecrows will be left on display for the community Folklore and Funfest event on Oct. 19.

A Kayaking Quest on the Georgian Bay Thursday, October 17; 7:00 – 8:30 pmW.W. Knight Nature Preserve29530 White Road, PerrysburgFamily runs deep in Massasauga Provincial Park for guest speaker Eric Slough, experienced coastal kayaker and instructor. Join us as he tells of his backcountry paddling adventures, showcases his equipment, and recalls his search for something more. Program facilitator: Craig Spicer

29th Annual Halloween Folklore & Funfest Saturday, October 19; 4:00 – 9:00 pm Wood County Historical Center 13660 County Home Road, Bowling GreenYou will have a ghoulishly good time at this family-friendly event full of fall fun.Enjoy carriage rides, apple cider pressing, s’mores, live music, nocturnal nature, spooky trail and more. Fun for all ages. Parking, entrance and activities are free. Food is available for purchase. Costumes are encouraged, but not required.

Nature Journaling Tuesday, October 22; 4:30 – 6:00 pmSawyer Quarry Nature Preserve26940 Lime City Road, PerrysburgWe provide the sketchbook for your outdoor journaling adventure, Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist (OCVN) Sue Frankforther is your guide. She’ll share her passion for nature, writing and illustration and get you started.

Fall Color Tram Tours Thursday, October 24; 11:00 am – 12:30 pm & 1:00 – 2:30 pmBlack Swamp Preserve1014 S. Maple Street, Bowling GreenTake a leisurely ride down the Slippery Elm Trail to Rudolph, Ohio to enjoy the vibrant autumnal foliage colors. Tram is open sided so dress appropriately. Two sessions available. Leader: Bill Hoefflin

Beeswax Wrap Pouches Thursday, October 24; 5:00 – 8:30 pmCarter Historic Farm18331 Carter Road, Bowling GreenLearn to make beeswax wrap, and how to turn it into simple pouches to help cut down on your use of both plastic wrap and plastic bags. Drop in for 30-45 minutes at any point during the program time to make your own piece to take home. Leader: Corinne Gordon

Cooking Basics for Kids Saturday, October 26; 10:00 am – 2:00 pmCarter Historic Farm18331 Carter Road, Bowling GreenLearn to cook at Carter Farm! Kids will learn cooking basics as they prepare a side dish, main course, and dessert that they will eat at the end of the day. From kitchen terms to utensils and measurements, this program will help kids with simple life skills. After all, we all have to eat! Leader: Alyssa Garland

Jack -O’- Lantern Open ArcherySaturday, October 26; 10:00 am – 1:00 pmArrowwood Archery Range11126 Linwood Road, Bowling GreenCome anytime between 10:00 and 1:00 to give this eerie archery program a shot! Carve your own pumpkin-target or use arrows to make a “holey” jack-o’-lantern for a scary-good time! All pumpkins, carving tools, and archery gear provided. Leaders: Bill Hoefflin & Zeb Albert

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Beaver Full Moon Walk Tuesday, November 12; 6:00 – 7:30 pmBeaver Creek Preserve23028 Long Judson Road, Grand RapidsBe sure to catch what is usually one of the most beautiful moonrises of the year. Join us on a moonlit stroll around the pond and learn some moon lore. Leader Bill Hoefflin

Wild Skills: Bow-drill Workshop Thursday, November 14; 6:00 – 8:00 pmW.W. Knight Nature Preserve25930 White Road, PerrysburgBuild and test your own bow-drill fire-starting kit. Learn about the evolution of fire-starting, which materials work best, and how to identify the best wood for the job. Wood provided. Bring your own knife capable of substantial wood carving. Leader: Craig Spicer

Paper Ornament Making & Popcorn StringingSaturday, November 16; 1:00 – 4:00 pmCarter Historic Farm18331 Carter Road, Bowling GreenHelp create paper ornaments and popcorn strings to decorate the house for the holidays, and take home a paper ornament of your own. Drop in for as much of the program time as you like. Leader: Corinne Gordon

Homeschoolers: Native American Lifeways and Games Monday, November 18; 10:00 – 11:30 amOtsego Park: Thompson Stone Hall20000 W. River Road, Bowling GreenTravel back in time to the Great Black Swamp, where the Anishnabe people made a livelihood well before European settlers arrived. Experience the Anishnabe way of life, get hands on with tools, and take part in some fun and games! Leader: Craig Spicer

Turkey Tomfoolery Thursday, November 21; 6:00 – 7:30 pmW.W. Knight Nature Preserve29530 White Road, PerrysburgWild Turkeys are being seen much more frequently here in Wood County. Bring the kids out to learn about one of the largest birds in our parks. We will finish the evening with some games and fun activities. Leader: Bill Hoefflin

Intermediate Orienteering Saturday, November 23; 12:30 – 4:30 pmBradner Interpretive Center11491 Fostoria Road, BradnerLooking to build on your compass skills? We will introduce map reading, pacing and route planning indoors, and then try a challenge course spread throughout the park. Leader: Bill Hoefflin

Tweenature: Project Feederwatch Saturday, November 2; 9:00 am – 12:00 pmW.W. Knight Nature Preserve: Friends’ Green Room29530 White Road, PerrysburgLearn about how volunteers help scientists understand bird species and how they change over time. We’ll spend some time counting at the feeders and then head out to hike and count birds in the field. Leader: Jim Witter

Project Feederwatch Saturday, November 2, 1:00 – 2:30 pmW.W. Knight Nature Preserve: Friends’ Green Room29530 White Road, PerrysburgJoin citizen scientists around the world to count wintering birds. A presentation on how to identify and count the birds will be followed by a practice session at the feeders. Leader: Jim Witter

Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist Certification Program Information SessionTuesday, November 5; 7:00 – 9:00 pmOtsego Park: Thompson Stone Hall20000 W. River Road, Bowling GreenThis informational session explains the details of this natural resources education and certification program. Sessions include many topics such as birds, interpretation, ecology, native plants, mammals, insects, geology, and more! Certification co-sponsored by OSU Extension. Leader: Jim Witter

EcoLit Book Group Meeting Thursday, November 7; 7:00 – 9:30 pmW.W. Knight Nature Preserve: Friends’ Green Room29530 White Road, PerrysburgFor this meeting, please read Arctic Dreams: Imagination and Desire in a Northern Landscape by Barry Lopez. Group meets monthly. Register for any or all. Discussion leader: Cheryl Lachowski, Senior Lecturer, BGSU English Dept. and Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist (OCVN).

Feed Bags into Tote Bags Thursday, November 7; 6:00 – 9:00 pmBig Fab Lab, Woodland Mall, 1234 N Main St, Bowling GreenInspired by the Depression Era women who sewed cotton feed bags into dresses, curtains, and other items, join staff from Carter Historic Farm to sew modern feed bags into convenient grocery totes. All materials provided, as well as sewing machine instruction (some experience helpful but not required). Cost: $25 to cover program materials. Leader: Carter Historic Farm Staff

Open Geocache - n’ - Candy! Monday, October 28; 4:00 – 7:00 pmW.W. Knight Nature Preserve25930 White Road, PerrysburgDress in your spookiest costume and embark on this high-tech hunt for tricks and treats! Stop by anytime between 4:00pm and 7:00pm to borrow one of our GPS units or bring your smartphone with QR Code reader and Google Maps app to search for hidden geocaches in the park. Dress for the weather and for walking in rough terrain during brief self-guided exploration. Costumes are encouraged!

Who, Who, Who’s There Owl Walk Tuesday, October 29; 6:30 – 8:00 pmCedar Creeks Preserve4575 Walbridge Road, NorthwoodWe will be on the hunt for owls, especially Ohio’s largest resident owl. We will start indoors for a short talk and then hit the trail for a walk and some owl calling. Leader: Bill Hoefflin

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Straw, string, support pole, and refreshments provided. No fee to enter. Scarecrows will be displayed at theFolklore & Funfest event. Register: wcparks.org

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Wood County Historical Center & Museum13660 County Home Road, Bowling Green

Prizes:1st $1002nd $503rd $25kids: $25

Folklore Funfest29th &Saturday, October 19 4 - 9 pm

Family fun with Nocturnal nature, spooky trail, games, crafts, apple cider, carriage rides, food, s’mores, live music and much more.

Wood County Historical Center & Museum13660 County Home Road, BG

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4” x 8” brick, 3 lines of text = $100

8” x 8” brick, 5 lines of text = $125Engraved

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Commemorative Trail

Celebrate the harvest in 1930s style with music, games, food, hayrides, and more!

Parking, entrance and activities are free.

Fall Farm Fest

18331 Carter Road, Bowling Green, OH

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Submit photos taken at WCPD properties Enter by: November 30, 2019. Entry fee: $5 Prospectus online wcparks.org/friends

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November ProgramThe Native American Experience Tuesday, November 26; 7:00 – 8:00 pmOtsego Park: Thompson Stone Hall20000 W. River Road, Bowling GreenWhat was life like for Native Americans as they coped with pressure from European settlers? Join guest speaker Taylor Moyer, Toledo School of the Arts humanities teacher and living historian, as he describes the interaction between the two cultures from a Native American perspective. Details of clothing, tools and other artifacts will be woven into the narrative. Program facilitator: Craig Spicer L

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SeptemberConservation Volunteer Day Tuesday, September 3; 6:00 – 7:30 pmW.W. Knight Nature Preserve, 29530 White Road, PerrysburgHelp eliminate invasive plants, collect native plant seed, and assist with other conservation tasks. Volunteers will be provided tools and gloves. No experience necessary. Leader: Stewardship staff

Native Nursery Night Thursday, September 5; 6:00 – 8:00 pmJ.C. Reuthinger Memorial Preserve, 30730 Oregon Road, PerrysburgHelp plant, maintain, or harvest seed from the Native Plant Nursery. All are welcome! Leader: Stewardship staff

Native Nursery Night Thursday, September 12; 6:00 – 8:00 pmJ.C. Reuthinger Memorial Preserve, 30730 Oregon Road, PerrysburgHelp plant, maintain, or harvest seed from the Native Plant Nursery. All are welcome! Leader: Stewardship staff

Native Nursery Night Thursday, September 19; 6:00 – 8:00 pmJ.C. Reuthinger Memorial Preserve , 30730 Oregon Road, PerrysburgHelp plant, maintain, or harvest seed from the Native Plant Nursery. All are welcome! Leader: Stewardship staff

Conservation Volunteer Day Tuesday, September 24; 1:00 – 3:00 pmCricket Frog Cove Area, 14810 Freyman Road, CygnetHelp eliminate invasive plants, collect native plant seed, and assist with other conservation tasks. Volunteers will be provided tools and gloves. No experience necessary. Leader: Stewardship staff

Native Nursery Night Thursday, September 26; 6:00 – 8:00 pmJ.C. Reuthinger Memorial Preserve, 30730 Oregon Road, PerrysburgHelp plant, maintain, or harvest seed from the Native Plant Nursery. All are welcome! Leader: Stewardship staff

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Native Nursery Night Thursday, October 3; 5:30 – 7:00 pmJ.C. Reuthinger Memorial Preserve, 30730 Oregon Road, PerrysburgHelp plant, maintain, or harvest seed from the Native Plant Nursery. All are welcome! Leader: Stewardship staff

Conservation Volunteer Day Tuesday, October 8; 1:00 – 3:00 pmBlack Swamp Preserve, 1014 S Maple Street, Bowling GreenHelp eliminate invasive plants, collect native plant seed and assist with other conservation tasks. Volunteers will be provided tools and gloves. No experience necessary. Leader: Stewardship staff

Native Nursery Night (wrap-up) Thursday, October 10; 5:30 – 7:00 pmJ.C. Reuthinger Memorial Preserve, 30730 Oregon Road, PerrysburgHelp plant, maintain, or harvest seed from the Native Plant Nursery. All are welcome! Leader: Stewardship staff

Pumpkin Carving Thursday, October 17; 6:00 – 8:00 pmWood County Historical Center: Adam Phillips Shelter13660 County Home Road, BGDecorate for our Folklore and Funfest by carving a pumpkin. We will offer prizes for the best carved pumpkins but the pumpkins stay with us to use them as decoration. We will provide the pumpkins and carving tools. Leader: Program staff

Make-A-Difference Day Saturday, October 26; 10:00 am – 12:00 pmBradner Preserve, 11491 Fostoria RoadJoin us on this national day of volunteering to make a difference within the community. Weather permitting, we will be planting native tree species. All tools provided and everyone is welcome. Leader: Stewardship Staff

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What’s new at wcparks?+ Each year, the Wood County Park District awards $100,000.00 in grants to Wood County municiplaities for Local Park Improvements. + At the J.C. Reuthinger Memorial Preserve, where the Stewardship Department grows thousands of native plants, ground work has begun in restoring a wetland on a portion of the property.+ The new wetland and farm gardens are growing at the Carter Historic Farm. Also new to the Farm are two sheep. + Buttonwood Recreation Area and park facilities are officially closed, but the river access from Hull Prairie is open. Parking is available on the left or west side of the road.+ An interpretive Center at Sawyer Quarry Nature Preserve is being created. Check back for developments on this community resource.

Seed Cleaning: Luau Tuesday, November 5; 6:00 – 8:00 pmPark District Headquarters, 18729 Mercer Road, Bowling GreenHelp clean native plant seeds that have been harvested from Park District properties this year. This is an indoor, sit-down activity. All instruction and materials provided. Feel free to dress in Luau fashion for added fun! Leader: Zeb Albert

Habitat Heroes Saturday, November 9; 9:00 am – 12:00 pmW.W. Knight Nature Preserve, 29530 White Road, PerrysburgJoin us at our 2nd annual Habitat Heroes volunteer project! Become a hero for the environment by working with our stewardship department to create more sustainable and high-quality habitat for the benefit of nature and man alike. We will be continuing to remove the invasive tree buckthorn this year. Snacks, tools and training will be provided. Leader: Stewardship Staff

Seed Cleaning: Superheroes Tuesday, November 12; 6:00 – 8:00 pmJ.C. Reuthinger Memorial Preserve, 30730 Oregon Road, PerrysburgHelp clean native plant seeds that have been harvested from Park District properties this year. This is an indoor, sit-down activity. All instruction and materials provided. Feel free to dress as your favorite superhero for added fun! Leader: Zeb Albert

Monitoring Thank You Dinner Tuesday, November 19; 6:00 – 8:00 pmW.W. Knight Nature Preserve: Hankison Great Room29530 White Road, PerrysburgEnjoy food, stories and camaraderie with park staff and wildlife monitoring volunteers to wrap up the monitoring season and look ahead to next year! Leader: Program and Stewardship Staff

Thank you, Volunteers!Together, we are restoring natural areas and wildlife habitats with native trees and plants. Volunteer at our Native Nursery, or out at the parks with our Conservation Volunteer Days. There are so many rewarding ways to get involved. Please regsister for Volunteer Programs on the Volunteer Website wcparks.galaxydigital.com

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8. Cedar Creeks Preserve4575 Walbridge Road Northwood, OH 436199. Cricket Frog Cove Area14810 Freyman RoadCygnet, OH 4341310. Fuller Preserve12153 Cross Creek Road Bowling Green, OH 4340211. Otsego Park20000 West River Road Bowling Green, OH 43402

12. Park District Headquarters18729 Mercer Road Bowling Green, OH 4340213. J.C. Reuthinger Memorial Preserve30730 Oregon RoadPerrysburg, OH 43551

14. Rudolph Savanna 10330 Rudolph RoadRudolph, OH 4346215. Sawyer Quarry Nature Preserve26940 Lime City RoadPerrysburg, OH 4355116. Slippery Elm Trail13-mile asphalt trail between B.G. and North Baltimore17. W.W. KnightNature Preserve29530 White RoadPerrysburg, OH 4355118. William HenryHarrison Park644 Bierley Avenue Pemberville, OH 4345019. Wood County Historical Center & Museum13660 County Home Road Bowling Green, OH 43402

1. Adam Phillips PondGypsy Lane Road (behind WC Community Corrections Center.)2. Arrowwood Archery Range11126 Linwood RoadBowling Green, OH 43402 3. Baldwin Woods Preserve14080 Range Line Road Weston, OH 435694. Beaver Creek Preserve23028 Long Judson Road Grand Rapids, OH 435225. Black Swamp Preserve1014 S. Maple StreetBowling Green, OH 434026. Bradner Preserve11491 Fostoria Road/ State Route 23Bradner, OH 434067. Carter Historic Farm18331 Carter Road Bowling Green, OH 43402

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