February 2020
Wellness Walkers – Narrows Reserve, Sperling Lane
In partnership with the City of Beavercreek Parks & Recreation, get out and enjoy our local parks, meet new people, all while getting some exercise. Get your heart rate up and get moving on these weekly walks that are guided and self paced. This walk is on a natural path and is rated 2 out of 3 in difficulty*. Register today at https://reservations.gcparkstrails.com/programs/1790/. For more information, call 937-562-6440. *Path difficulty rating 1 (easiest) - 3 (most difficult). Ratings consider terrain,…
Find out more »Beginning Beekeeping (six-week class)
Interested in learning about beekeeping? During this six-week class, participants will learn everything from equipment (what is needed and what is not), setting up hives, bee pests, products of the hive and much more. Interested class participants will have the opportunity to order equipment from a major bee supply company (not required). Placing a group order will result in significant savings. Snow Date: March 12th Register today! For more information, call 937-562-6440. Class Schedule Jan. 30 Feb. 6 Feb. 13…
Find out more »Trail Sentinel Volunteer Recruitment Meeting
We are seeking a few good...Sentinels! Do you have a passion for bike trails? How about hiking trails and water trails? If so, we need/want YOU! The Greene County Parks & Trails Ranger Division is seeking interested individuals to help be the eyes and ears out on our trails...biking, hiking and water trails. The goal is to create a group of ambassadors that not only keep their eyes and ears open but are also representatives of our agency. We want…
Find out more »March 2020
School for Curious Birders
Ever been curious how hummingbirds fly backwards or why birds sing? If so you're not alone. Join other curious bird nerds- from beginners to experienced birders- to uncover the magnificent mechanisms and fantastic motivations of bird life. Over the course of this seven week workshop, GCP&T Naturalist and bird fanatic Jared Merriman will use multimedia presentations and hands-on activities to peel back the curtain on the curious lives of Ohio's birds. Topics will include bird anatomy, flight, nesting, migration, feeding…
Find out more »Beginning Beekeeping (six-week class)
Interested in learning about beekeeping? During this six-week class, participants will learn everything from equipment (what is needed and what is not), setting up hives, bee pests, products of the hive and much more. Interested class participants will have the opportunity to order equipment from a major bee supply company (not required). Placing a group order will result in significant savings. Snow Date: March 12th Register today! For more information, call 937-562-6440. Class Schedule Jan. 30 Feb. 6 Feb. 13…
Find out more »Pancakes in the Park
Kids under 5 are free. There's no better way to spend a Saturday morning in March than to experience the magic of Maple Sugar season. Start your day by enjoying a hearty breakfast of sausage and pancakes with real Narrows Reserve maple syrup, along with coffee, juice or milk. Local maple syrup and candies will also be offered for sale. After breakfast, don't miss the self-guided demonstration stations allowing you to get a close-up look at the maple sugaring process…
Find out more »School for Curious Birders
Ever been curious how hummingbirds fly backwards or why birds sing? If so you're not alone. Join other curious bird nerds- from beginners to experienced birders- to uncover the magnificent mechanisms and fantastic motivations of bird life. Over the course of this seven week workshop, GCP&T Naturalist and bird fanatic Jared Merriman will use multimedia presentations and hands-on activities to peel back the curtain on the curious lives of Ohio's birds. Topics will include bird anatomy, flight, nesting, migration, feeding…
Find out more »NestWatch Training Workshop
Do you enjoy observing birds? Would you like to help nesting birds and the scientists who study them? Then come to our NestWatch Training Workshop to learn to use Cornell Lab of Ornithology's NestWatch website and app to monitor nests you find in your backyard. You can also sign up to join our group of volunteer nest monitors who keep an eye on nest boxes and nests in our parks. NestWatch training is required for all new monitoring volunteers. No…
Find out more »School for Curious Birders
Ever been curious how hummingbirds fly backwards or why birds sing? If so you're not alone. Join other curious bird nerds- from beginners to experienced birders- to uncover the magnificent mechanisms and fantastic motivations of bird life. Over the course of this seven week workshop, GCP&T Naturalist and bird fanatic Jared Merriman will use multimedia presentations and hands-on activities to peel back the curtain on the curious lives of Ohio's birds. Topics will include bird anatomy, flight, nesting, migration, feeding…
Find out more »Wiggle Worms: Eggstravaganza
We may be early for Easter but we want to celebrate with our Wiggle Worms during our first-ever Wiggle Worms Easter Eggstravagana! The bunny will be hiding eggs all over the Fairgrounds Recreation Center as our 2-5 year old Wiggle Worms hunt them for candy and prizes. Don't worry, we will make sure all kids find eggs at our hunt. No registration is required for this program, all kids participating need to being along a bag or Easter basket. A…
Find out more »School for Curious Birders
Ever been curious how hummingbirds fly backwards or why birds sing? If so you're not alone. Join other curious bird nerds- from beginners to experienced birders- to uncover the magnificent mechanisms and fantastic motivations of bird life. Over the course of this seven week workshop, GCP&T Naturalist and bird fanatic Jared Merriman will use multimedia presentations and hands-on activities to peel back the curtain on the curious lives of Ohio's birds. Topics will include bird anatomy, flight, nesting, migration, feeding…
Find out more »EverWalk
EverWalk is a movement designed to build a nation of walkers and get people off their phones, out in nature and living healthier lifestyles. It was created by Diana Nyad, the first person in history to swim the 111 miles from Cuba to Florida and her Cuba swim expedition leader Bonnie Stoll. These walks are popular all over the United States and we will be hosting them in Greene County every last Saturday from March-November in a different park each…
Find out more »School for Curious Birders
Ever been curious how hummingbirds fly backwards or why birds sing? If so you're not alone. Join other curious bird nerds- from beginners to experienced birders- to uncover the magnificent mechanisms and fantastic motivations of bird life. Over the course of this seven week workshop, GCP&T Naturalist and bird fanatic Jared Merriman will use multimedia presentations and hands-on activities to peel back the curtain on the curious lives of Ohio's birds. Topics will include bird anatomy, flight, nesting, migration, feeding…
Find out more »April 2020
Extreme (Adult) Egg Hunt
The April 3, 2020 EXTREME EGG HUNT is for adults only. Participants must be at least 16 years old and have a flashlight to participate on Friday. This egg hunt is AMPED up and sure to be a wild time! So pull out your fun costumes and/or your best Easter attire and join the fun. Can you find Easter eggs in the dark? What if those eggs are in the woods and along (or in) the creek? If you can,…
Find out more »Night Ride: Xenia Station to Cedarville
Join the GCP&T Trail Sentinels for a 17 mile 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. All night riders must be 18 and older, wear a helmet and have lights on their bikes. Rides will be cancelled in the event of a thunderstorm. No registration required. For more information, call 937-562-6440.
Find out more »An Egg-cellent Adventure
The April 4, 2020 EXTREME EGG HUNT: EGG-CELLENT ADVENTURE is for all other age groups. Caesar Ford Park will be filled with laughter as we open up our egg hunts to more than just adults. Starting after dark, our egg hunters will be searching for glow-in-the-dark eggs spread throughout the park. Candy inside, yes there is. Prizes, you better believe it. A great time...ABSOLUTELY. An Egg-cellent Adventure – Special Needs 8:00 – 9:00 pm This hunt is for children, ages…
Find out more »School for Curious Birders
Ever been curious how hummingbirds fly backwards or why birds sing? If so you're not alone. Join other curious bird nerds- from beginners to experienced birders- to uncover the magnificent mechanisms and fantastic motivations of bird life. Over the course of this seven week workshop, GCP&T Naturalist and bird fanatic Jared Merriman will use multimedia presentations and hands-on activities to peel back the curtain on the curious lives of Ohio's birds. Topics will include bird anatomy, flight, nesting, migration, feeding…
Find out more »School for Curious Birders
Ever been curious how hummingbirds fly backwards or why birds sing? If so you're not alone. Join other curious bird nerds- from beginners to experienced birders- to uncover the magnificent mechanisms and fantastic motivations of bird life. Over the course of this seven week workshop, GCP&T Naturalist and bird fanatic Jared Merriman will use multimedia presentations and hands-on activities to peel back the curtain on the curious lives of Ohio's birds. Topics will include bird anatomy, flight, nesting, migration, feeding…
Find out more »Wiggle Worms: Touch-A-Truck
Like firetrucks? How about big tractors? This month we are bringing out the big trucks and equipment so your kiddos can get an up close look at the world of working vehicles. Have you ever wanted to hit the sirens on a cop car? We got you covered, so stop by and say hello to the rangers, they might just let you do just that. This program is if ages 2-5, no registration is required. Stay tuned for more details!…
Find out more »Morning Milers – Beavercreek Station
Enjoy the region's bike trails with an early morning ride led by a GCP&T Trail Sentinel. Bikers will begin at Beavercreek Station riding to Jamestown and back, riders can expect to bike between 25 and 35 miles. This ride is not for the beginner skill level and does include a short, off-trail portion. Riders must be 18 and over and wear a helmet to participate. Meeting time at each location is 8:30 a.m. with ride departure at 9 a.m. Ride…
Find out more »May 2020
Wiggle Worms: Princess & Superhero Day
Would your little Wiggle Worm like to be a princess or a superhero for the day? Get dressed up and join us for the "royal" & "heroic" celebration. More details to follow. No registration required. Follow Greene County Parks & Trails on Facebook, or for more information, call 937-562-6440. Upcoming Wiggle Worms Events
Find out more »June 2020
Caesar Ford Summer Fest
Greene County Parks & Trails is proud to host the 3rd Annual Caesar Ford Summer Fest full of family fun. Festivities include a two-day Country Concert Event featuring Craig Morgan! We’ll also have a classic car show, food truck roundup and fabulous FIREWORKS to wrap up the evening. Loads of free and easy onsite parking and comfortable stadium seating help make this the perfect summer event. Make plans now to join us! CONCERT TICKETS ON SALE NOW! Choose your own…
Find out more »Wiggle Worms: Fishing Derby
Calling all WIGGLE WORMS! Grab a fishing buddy and hook some memories during this FREE fishing event at Spring Lakes Park in Bellbrook. This event is for preschoolers, ages 2-5 years old, that are ready to try some fishing. This year, our Wiggle Worms have two options. We will be stocking our kiddie pools with craft fish and children will be trying their hand at catching them with a magnetic fishing pole OR they can bring along their fishing tackle…
Find out more »Canoeing and Creeking
Join the fun! Campers will enjoy spending the morning learning how to canoe; entering and exiting, strokes, emergencies and more. In the afternoon, campers will cool off to explore the creek for crawdads and other critters. The week will end with a downriver canoe float on the Little Miami River on Thursday! Campers need to have swimsuits, a beach towel and water shoes. Register now or for more information, call 937-562-6440.
Find out more »Canoeing and Creeking
Join the fun! Campers will enjoy spending the morning learning how to canoe; entering and exiting, strokes, emergencies and more. In the afternoon, campers will cool off to explore the creek for crawdads and other critters. The week will end with a downriver canoe float on the Little Miami River on Thursday! Campers need to have swimsuits, a beach towel and water shoes. Register now or for more information, call 937-562-6440.
Find out more »July 2020
Canoeing and Creeking
Join the fun! Campers will enjoy spending the morning learning how to canoe; entering and exiting, strokes, emergencies and more. In the afternoon, campers will cool off to explore the creek for crawdads and other critters. The week will end with a downriver canoe float on the Little Miami River on Thursday! Campers need to have swimsuits, a beach towel and water shoes. Register now or for more information, call 937-562-6440.
Find out more »Canoeing and Creeking
Join the fun! Campers will enjoy spending the morning learning how to canoe; entering and exiting, strokes, emergencies and more. In the afternoon, campers will cool off to explore the creek for crawdads and other critters. The week will end with a downriver canoe float on the Little Miami River on Thursday! Campers need to have swimsuits, a beach towel and water shoes. Register now or for more information, call 937-562-6440.
Find out more »Minecraft Unplugged
Get outside and live Minecraft for real! Actually dig for minerals, craft your own sword, play survival mode, and use a bow and arrow against creepers, zombies and other mobs! This camp includes a field trip to LEGO-LAND Discovery Center in Columbus. Each camper will also receive an awesome Minecraft mystery gift! Register now or for more information, call 937-562-6440.
Find out more »Minecraft Unplugged
Get outside and live Minecraft for real! Actually dig for minerals, craft your own sword, play survival mode, and use a bow and arrow against creepers, zombies and other mobs! This camp includes a field trip to LEGO-LAND Discovery Center in Columbus. Each camper will also receive an awesome Minecraft mystery gift! Register now or for more information, call 937-562-6440.
Find out more »Minecraft Unplugged
Get outside and live Minecraft for real! Actually dig for minerals, craft your own sword, play survival mode, and use a bow and arrow against creepers, zombies and other mobs! This camp includes a field trip to LEGO-LAND Discovery Center in Columbus. Each camper will also receive an awesome Minecraft mystery gift! Register now or for more information, call 937-562-6440.
Find out more »Minecraft Unplugged
Get outside and live Minecraft for real! Actually dig for minerals, craft your own sword, play survival mode, and use a bow and arrow against creepers, zombies and other mobs! This camp includes a field trip to LEGO-LAND Discovery Center in Columbus. Each camper will also receive an awesome Minecraft mystery gift! Register now or for more information, call 937-562-6440.
Find out more »Wiggle Worms: Water Play
Stay tuned for this months details on Wiggle Worms: Water Play event at Fairgrounds Recreation Center. Parents - Grab the kids and join us in person! This is a free program, so no registration required. Come for a bit or stay the whole time. Children must be at least 2 in age. (Older kids - please be mindful of the little ones.) Clothes that can get wet and dirty are encouraged. Our littlest water players must have swim diapers. Water…
Find out more »Minecraft Unplugged
Get outside and live Minecraft for real! Actually dig for minerals, craft your own sword, play survival mode, and use a bow and arrow against creepers, zombies and other mobs! This camp includes a field trip to LEGO-LAND Discovery Center in Columbus. Each camper will also receive an awesome Minecraft mystery gift! Register now or for more information, call 937-562-6440.
Find out more »Splash Camp – Morning
Hop like a frog and slide like an otter - we are exploring water. Play games about water animals, make cute crafts, learn how water moves through the world, and listen to storybooks about water. The week will end with a splash party at Xenia Station's splash pad! Each camper will receive a splash camp cap. Register now or for more information, call 937-562-6440.
Find out more »Splash Camp – Afternoon
Hop like a frog and slide like an otter - we are exploring water. Play games about water animals, make cute crafts, learn how water moves through the world, and listen to storybooks about water. The week will end with a splash party at Xenia Station's splash pad! Each camper will receive a splash camp cap. Register now or for more information, call 937-562-6440.
Find out more »Splash Camp – Morning
Hop like a frog and slide like an otter - we are exploring water. Play games about water animals, make cute crafts, learn how water moves through the world, and listen to storybooks about water. The week will end with a splash party at Xenia Station's splash pad! Each camper will receive a splash camp cap. Register now or for more information, call 937-562-6440.
Find out more »Splash Camp – Afternoon
Hop like a frog and slide like an otter - we are exploring water. Play games about water animals, make cute crafts, learn how water moves through the world, and listen to storybooks about water. The week will end with a splash party at Xenia Station's splash pad! Each camper will receive a splash camp cap. Register now or for more information, call 937-562-6440.
Find out more »Splash Camp – Morning
Hop like a frog and slide like an otter - we are exploring water. Play games about water animals, make cute crafts, learn how water moves through the world, and listen to storybooks about water. The week will end with a splash party at Xenia Station's splash pad! Each camper will receive a splash camp cap. Register now or for more information, call 937-562-6440.
Find out more »Splash Camp – Afternoon
Hop like a frog and slide like an otter - we are exploring water. Play games about water animals, make cute crafts, learn how water moves through the world, and listen to storybooks about water. The week will end with a splash party at Xenia Station's splash pad! Each camper will receive a splash camp cap. Register now or for more information, call 937-562-6440.
Find out more »Splash Camp – Morning
Hop like a frog and slide like an otter - we are exploring water. Play games about water animals, make cute crafts, learn how water moves through the world, and listen to storybooks about water. The week will end with a splash party at Xenia Station's splash pad! Each camper will receive a splash camp cap. Register now or for more information, call 937-562-6440.
Find out more »Splash Camp – Afternoon
Hop like a frog and slide like an otter - we are exploring water. Play games about water animals, make cute crafts, learn how water moves through the world, and listen to storybooks about water. The week will end with a splash party at Xenia Station's splash pad! Each camper will receive a splash camp cap. Register now or for more information, call 937-562-6440.
Find out more »Splash Camp – Morning
Hop like a frog and slide like an otter - we are exploring water. Play games about water animals, make cute crafts, learn how water moves through the world, and listen to storybooks about water. The week will end with a splash party at Xenia Station's splash pad! Each camper will receive a splash camp cap. Register now or for more information, call 937-562-6440.
Find out more »Splash Camp – Afternoon
Hop like a frog and slide like an otter - we are exploring water. Play games about water animals, make cute crafts, learn how water moves through the world, and listen to storybooks about water. The week will end with a splash party at Xenia Station's splash pad! Each camper will receive a splash camp cap. Register now or for more information, call 937-562-6440.
Find out more »August 2020
Wiggle Worms: Bubble Fun
Have you seen our super-dooper bubble making machine? This will be just one feature at our Wiggle Worm: Bubble Fun program on the 20th at the Fairgrounds Recreation Center in Xenia! The fun starts at 10 am, bring along a towel and some swim goggles if your child wishes. Wear clothes that can get dirty. This is a free program for children ages 2-5. No registration required. Follow Greene County Parks & Trails on Facebook, or for more information, call…
Find out more »September 2020
Wiggle Worms: Carnival Fun
Wiggles Worms: Carnival Fun is coming to town Live at the Fairgrounds Recreation Center. Preschoolers ages 2-5, will enjoy all things carnival from 10 am - noon. Can toss! Ring toss! Skeeball! Popcorn! Photo Booth! Cotton Candy! Train Rides and more! That's right, we will have a trackless train for kids to enjoy - all free. ALL kids win at our carnival! Great prizes too...See you all soon! No registration required. Follow Greene County Parks & Trails on Facebook, or…
Find out more »October 2020
Wiggle Worms: Fall Festival
Could the Wiggle Worms preschool programs get any better? We sure think they can... Join us for our FALL FESTIVAL specifically designed for our cute 2-5 year olds. Kids can try their hand at making fresh apple cider, make a pumpkin craft, play games, enjoy a snack and more. Mark your calendar now! Follow us on Facebook as details are updated and finalized! This is a free event! Register Now! Follow Greene County Parks & Trails on Facebook, or for…
Find out more »November 2020
Wiggle Worms: Thanksgiving Give Back
Our Wiggle Worms programs are not always about receiving, they are about giving as well. Stay tuned for details as we teach our little 2-5 year olds how to give back to their community during the season of giving. Please note that this program may be held outdoors. No registration required. Follow Greene County Parks & Trails on Facebook, or for more information, call 937-562-6440. Upcoming Wiggle Worms Events
Find out more »December 2020
Wiggle Worms: Morning with Santa
We are ending our Wiggle Worms season with a holiday celebration for our 2-5 year old worms! Join staff from Greene County Parks & Trails, Santa and Mrs. Claus as we celebrate the holiday season with this famous family! Stay tuned for more details. No registration required. Follow Greene County Parks & Trails on Facebook, or for more information, call 937-562-6440. Upcoming Wiggle Worms Events
Find out more »