Greene County Parks & Trails

Night of Romance
2024-10-05 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Caesar Ford Park, 520 South Stringtown Road, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
Back by popular demand…… Join us for a Romantic Night Out at Caesar Ford Park where staff helps to take the guess work out of date night.
Upon arrival, you will find a setting fit for romance with tables for two, and just the right amount of lighting and music for a romantic dinner.
Your night will start with an appetizer along with a bottle of the house “sparkling” cider or juice. Following, you will get a delicious salad, with a main dinner buffet, and a special dessert surprise just for two.
After dinner, join your partner on the dance floor for an evening to remember and/or take a romantic hike through the woods. The evening is yours…
The program is $65 for 2 people. Please only enter one person during the registration process. As much as we would like, we are unable to provide a meal to cater to all dietary restrictions. This event will serve a vegetarian option only with the main course.
This program is $65 per couple, please only register one person.

Morning Milers
2024-10-05 09:00 - 11:00, 2024-09-21 09:00 - 11:00, 2024-09-07 09:00 - 11:00 | Beavercreek Community Park, 801 Factory Rd, Beavercreek, OH, 45434, United States
Join the GCP&T Trail Sentinels for an early morning ride along the region’s bike trails. GCP&T Trail Sentinels are an elite volunteer group who patrol the trails and coordinate several cycling events.
These rides are not for the beginner skill level and may include a short, off-trail portion with an average of 25-35 miles at 14-16 MPH.
Riders are FREE and meet at 8:30 AM with rides starting at 9 AM, finishing around 11 AM.
Rides will be cancelled in the event of a inclement weather.
All night riders must:
Be 18 and older
Wear a helmet
Have bike repair items
Starting Point Addresses:
Beavercreek Community Park
801 Factory Rd., Beavercreek, OH 45434
Xenia Station
150 S. Miami Ave., Xenia, OH 45385
No Registration Required

Wellness Walkers
2024-10-03 09:30 - 10:30, 2024-09-26 09:30 - 10:30
Each week, we will get our heart rate up and get moving while enjoying the outdoors in our beautiful parks. Walks are guided and self-paced. Greene County Parks & Trails, Fairborn Parks and Recreation and the City of Beavercreek Parks Department have teamed up to provide walks all over Greene County.
Walks are on Thursdays, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
All walks are rated for difficulty with a 1 being the easiest and a 3 being the most difficult. Ratings consider terrain, elevation changes, etc.

Toddler & Me Hikes: Russ Nature Reserve
2024-10-03 09:30 - 10:00 | Russ Nature Reserve, 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, 45431, United States

The Great Pumpkin Patch
2024-10-02 17:30 - 19:30 | Russ Nature Reserve, 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, 45431, United States
Did you enjoy growing up with Highlights Seek and Find puzzles? What if you and your kids could be part of a hide and seek game, with the Russ Nature Reserve being your puzzle board?
That is right! Hundreds of pumpkins will be hidden along the trails at the Russ Nature Reserve and your child, age 2-9, will have to search and find pumpkins that match images on the cards we provide. Each child will be given a card with 10 different objects to find, painted on the pumpkins. Once they find them, cross them off and keep looking. When all 10 are found, return to the tent for some fun money that is good to spend at our candy store and in our pumpkin patch (1 candy bag and pumpkin purchase per registered child). Children are encouraged to come in costume!
This is a FREE program, registration is required and opens August 16th. If you register and are unable to attend, please call so your spot does not go unused.
This is a drop-in program, you can come any time between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m.

Stroller Striders: James Ranch Park
2024-10-02 09:00 - 10:00 | James Ranch Park, 177 Fairground Road, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
Moms and Dads, grandparents as well! Grab your sneakers and a coffee, sippy cups too as you join staff for Stroller Striders. This walking program is geared towards those with little ones in strollers.
This one-hour walking program will get you and your little one(s) out in nature while enjoying the company of others. Walks will be cancelled if weather is not suitable.

Night Rides
2024-09-28 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-09-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Xenia Station, 150 Miami Avenue, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
Join the GCP&T Trail Sentinels for a moonlight ride along the region’s bike trails. GCP&T Trail Sentinels are an elite volunteer group who patrol the trails and coordinate several cycling events.
Night Rides are free and leave Xenia Station at 7 PM, finishing around 9 PM. The average speed of the ride is 10 MPH.
All night riders must:
Be 18 and older
Wear a helmet and have lights on their bikes
Have bike repair items
– Rides will be cancelled in the event of a inclement weather.

End of Summer Cruise-In
2024-09-28 16:00 - 19:00 | Caesar Ford Park, 520 South Stringtown Road, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
Whether you are a classic car owner or a classic car enthusiast, this event is for YOU!
Join the Greene County Parks & Trails ranger division for a summer cruise-in, right in your backyard. Bring out the classic cars, trucks, bikes, and all the family, for an evening fun as we fill Caesar Ford Park with oldies music, laughter, food, friendship and more.
It is FREE to attend and each car participants will be eligible for great door prizes.
In the event of inclement weather, the event will be cancelled.

Backyard Jamboree with Joe Mullins and the Radio Ramblers
2024-09-28 14:00 - 16:00 | Caesar Ford Park, 520 South Stringtown Road, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
Greene County Parks & Trails is excited to be back again with some great bluegrass music at Caesar Ford Park!
This year’s concert will feature Joe Mullins and the Radio Ramblers!
The 2019 IBMA Entertainer of the Year, Joe Mullins and the Radio Ramblers, have 11 #1 songs and albums including the 2018 IBMA Song of the Year, “If I’d Have Wrote That Song.”
Refreshments will be provided; outside food and drink permitted (no alcohol)
This is a FREE event, donations gladly accepted.
No Registration Required

Autumn Wild Foraging
2024-09-28 10:00 - 12:00 | Caesar Ford Park, 520 South Stringtown Road, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
Are you interested in learning what is safe to eat in the woods in autumn?
Follow self-guided trails that provide information next to each edible plant with tidbits about what part is best to eat and how to prepare it.
A naturalist will be on hand to answer your questions.

Warrior Resiliency Top Shot Archery Event
2024-09-28 10:00 - 12:00 | Caesar Ford Park, 520 South Stringtown Road, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
Archery is an activity that has been around for centuries and has been used for various purposes, including hunting and combat. However, in recent years, it has gained popularity as a recreational activity and even as a form of therapy. For military veterans, archery can be an excellent way to promote physical and mental well-being. Whether you were a Special Operations Marine or Personnel Specialist, you can get into the sport and reap the benefits. One of the therapeutic benefits of archery is that it can help to promote physical fitness. Shooting a bow requires some upper body strength and core stability, which can help to improve overall fitness. Archery can provide a low-impact way to work on strength and flexibility without putting excessive stress on the body. In addition to physical benefits, and perhaps more importantly, archery can also promote mental wellness. Shooting a bow requires a great deal of focus and concentration, which can help to clear the mind and reduce stress. This can be especially beneficial for veterans who may be dealing with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or other mental health issues. Archery can provide a way to focus the mind and relax, which can help to reduce anxiety and improve overall well-being. Come join us for a fun and exciting way to enjoy the sport by learning the basics of using a Bow and compete to see how much you learned at the end of instruction. Refreshments, food, prizes, and fun will be provided. Email us at WRT@greenecountyohio.gov to get registered. Must be a veteran.

Bonfire & S'mores
2024-09-27 18:00 - 21:00 | Russ Nature Reserve, 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, 45431, United States
What a better way to say goodbye to Summer and welcome in Fall, than to have a chill evening with friends in front of the fire?!
We will roast hot dogs, make s’mores, play some games and listen to music.
Sometimes all we want as teens is to just relax, so this night can be as fun or as chill as you want.
Due to materials, registration is requested but not required.
Parents are not required to stay for this program.

Toad-ally Together ~ Dino Exploration
2024-09-25 17:00 - 19:00 | Russ Nature Reserve, 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, 45431, United States
Toad-ally Together is a new program partnered by Greene County Parks & Trails and GCBDD to bring kids and families of all abilities together to have fun in our backyard! Geared towards children ages 2 & up and of all abilities.
These are drop in programs, you do not have to stay for the full 2 hours. An adult or guardian is required to stay during the program.
This is a FREE event, registration requested but not required, walk-ins welcome.

World of Imagination
2024-09-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Russ Nature Reserve, 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, 45431, United States
The world around you can be anything you would like for it to be…if you just use your imagination!
Monthly, we will be hosting story time at the Russ Nature Reserve followed by imaginative play in the Lovely Nature Playscape. So, bring along a blanket or some chairs, a snack or two and of course, your imagination.
Kids are encouraged to come dressed in costumes of any type or creative clothing. This program will be cancelled for rain/thunderstorms.
No registration Required

Protect Your Skin
2024-09-25 01:30 - 14:30 | Fairgrounds Recreation Center, 210 Fairground Road, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
There is no such thing as a “safe” or “healthy” tan. By age 70, one in five of us will be affected by skin cancer. In this program, participants will learn about the effects of ultraviolet light on skin and eyes, types of cancer, and sun safety strategies, along with learning more about the effectiveness of sunscreen.
This program includes a free sun damage screening with a DermaScan.
Laura Halladay, NDTR, Family & Consumer Sciences Educator, Ohio State University Extension, Greene County, will present helpful information and answer questions on this topic.
Picnic tables are available. Please bring a chair or cushion for your comfort.
This is a FREE program.
No Registration Required

Art in the Park
2024-09-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Fairgrounds Recreation Center, 210 Fairground Road, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
Create your own art masterpiece while enjoying the park atmosphere at Fairgrounds Recreation Center!
You will receive a blank canvas upon which you may paint/create your masterpiece. Paint will also be provided during the program. Whether you paint or draw your favorite object &/or person, or paint a nature scene in our park, it will be a nice time to enjoy other “artist’s camaraderie” during this program.
Please join us and create your own work of art that you may enjoy for years to come, or that you may want to give as a gift to someone special!
Picnic tables are available. Please bring your own comfortable chair or cushion for your comfort.
This is a free program but registration is required.

Bleach Splattered Shirts - Halloween Edition
2024-09-24 17:30 - 19:30 | Russ Nature Reserve, 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, 45431, United States
Get creative and design your own bleach dyed Halloween style T-Shirt.
Each paid registrant will receive one T-shirt and the use of supplies to create a bleached Halloween designed T-shirt. Sizes, styles and quantities will be limited.
Long wait times are expected, please feel free to attend any time during the scheduled hours.
Registration includes on t-shirt along with bleach supplies. Feel free to bring along additional shirts.

DISCOVERY HIKE: Prairies
2024-09-24 09:00 - 10:00 | Russ Nature Reserve, 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, 45431, United States
DISCOVERY HIKE: Prairies
September is a great time for a walk through a prairie. Look for tall flowers and grasses, butterflies, spiders and praying mantids. Learn what prairies are and the benefits to having them.
Homeschool Science Days DISCOVERY HIKES last one hour and cover seasonal topics such as wildflowers, habitats, animal tracking and more.There is a maximum number of 50 participants per hike time. Groups will then be divided into smaller sizes depending on staff and volunteer availability.

Monarch Tagging
2024-09-21 13:00 - 16:00 | Russ Nature Reserve, 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, 45431, United States
On their way to Mexico! Monarchs are on the move…
Bring the entire family out to participate in an international citizen science program by helping us capture and tag monarch butterflies. Come and see live monarchs and learn about their amazing life cycle and incredible migration to Mexico. Try and survive the monarch challenge and learn how you can help to save the monarchs and other pollinators.
Some nets will be available to borrow for the program.

"Migration" Outdoor Movie & Activity
2024-09-20 18:30 - 21:30 | Russ Nature Reserve, 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, 45431, United States
Migration is a comedy movie that follows a family of mallards who try to convince their overprotective father to go on a vacation of a lifetime and attempt to migrate from New England, through New York City, to Jamaica….Will they make it?
This is a FREE program, popcorn and an activity will be provided.
Guests are encouraged to bring along a blanket or chairs for use during the movie.
Outside food and drinks are permitted, no alcohol.

Wiggle Worms: Fun on the Farm
2024-09-19 10:00 - 12:00 | Fairgrounds Recreation Center, 210 Fairground Road, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
Fun on the Farm
Who doesn’t love learning about all the fun things on the farm?! From all the cute animals to the cool tractors and everything in between. End the day with a fun craft, yummy snack and play time in the corn pit.

Music in the Park: David Mullikin
2024-09-18 14:00 - 15:30 | Fairgrounds Recreation Center, 210 Fairground Road, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
David Mullikin
Local singer from Xenia, in the park. David enjoys performing songs from various eras for your enjoyment.
Music in the Park
It’s that time of year for Music in the Park! Let’s get together and listen to some “oldies but goodies” tunes!
Let’s get out into the Greene County Parks and listen to some good music, sing along, and clap to the beat of the songs! See you there!
Picnic tables are available. Please feel free to bring a chair or blanket if you prefer.
These are FREE programs.
No Registration Required

Greene Grasshoppers: Fall Festival
2024-09-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Fairgrounds Recreation Center, 210 Fairground Road, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
Join us for our Fall Festival! Kids will make a fall craft, play games, enjoy a snack and more.

Greene Grasshoppers
Geared towards our kiddos 6-9 years old, Greene Grasshoppers is a monthly program where they get have nothing but FUN in our parks.
With these station-based programs, kids will experience a different topic each month.
Greene Grasshoppers is FREE to attend and no registration is necessary, they typically run from 6-8 pm until the fall. You can come anytime during the two hours as long as you leave time to complete everything.
No Registration Required

Homeschool Science Days: Insects and Spiders
2024-09-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Russ Nature Reserve, 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, 45431, United States
Insects and Spiders
All things buzzy, fluttery, hairy and (hopefully, not so) scary will be a part of this program. Your homeschoolers will get to try catching insects and spiders, meet some up close, and learn all about them through hands-on games and activities.
Homeschool Science Days are station-based with various fun, educational activities. These are drop in programs that begin at 10 am and go to noon. Please plan to arrive no later than 11:30 in order to have time to enjoy the activities.

Beyond BINGO in the Park
2024-09-11 13:30 - 14:45 | Fairgrounds Recreation Center, 210 Fairground Road, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
“B-I-N-G-O” – BEYOND BINGO IN THE PARK……….
Let’s get together at the Fairgrounds Rec. Center Park and play some Beyond Bingo!
This is a FREE program that will have some prizes for winners and good fun and laughs for all!
Will you be a Winner? Come on out and find out!
What better way to play and enjoy BINGO than in one of our beautiful Greene County Parks!
Picnic tables are available. Please bring a chair or cushion for your comfort.
No Registration Required

Toddler & Me Hikes: Karohl Park
2024-09-05 09:30 - 10:00 | Karohl Park, 2940 Hohl Dr, Beavercreek, OH, 45432, United States
No Registration Required
