BINGO in the Park (Ages 55 & Up)

“B-I-N-G-O” – BINGO in the Park for Seniors! Please come join us for a fun game of BINGO at the Greene County Parks & Trails Satellite Building located INSIDE at 623 Dayton-Xenia Road, Xenia, Ohio, to play some BINGO! This is a FREE program for seniors that will have some prizes for winners

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The Great Pancake Pick-Up

What could be better than a nice stack of pancakes, with fresh syrup made right here in your backyard? How about those same pancakes, syrup and sausage delivered right to your car as you drive through our Great Pancake Pickup! That’s right, all you have to do is drive through

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Maple Sugaring Camp Tours – Registration Required

Experience the magic of turning maple sap into syrup as you walk through the winter woods. Guided tours will show you how to identify sugar maple trees, how syrup has been made throughout history, and more. Tours end at our sugar shack and include a tasty sample of our “liquid

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Full Moon Hikes – Worm Moon Glow Hike

Discover the magic of hiking at night when the full moon lights the way. Will you see glowing eyes? Hear the hoot of an owl? Join us to experience nature at night… New in 2026, we will be adding fun themes to our Full Moon Hikes starting in March and

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Greene Labs- Hands on Homeschool Science for Teens – Matter Matters

NEW monthly drop off program for homeschool teens that dives into nature and science through hands on learning. Indoor and Outdoor labs with topics like dissections, plant science, earth science, ecology, geology, zoology, biology, chemistry, meteorology and more! Guest speakers who are experts in their fields will be utilized when

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Beginner Beekeeping Class

Are you looking to start a new hobby or explore a potential new career?  If so, this series of 6 classes will help you determine if beekeeping is a sweet fit for you.  Meet fellow enthusiasts, ask questions and learn what it takes to become a successful beekeeper. Three instructors with

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Winter Tree ID Hike

Have you ever wondered how to identify trees without their leaves? This naturalist-led hike will teach you how to look at things like bark, seeds, buds, habitat, overall shape and more. You may discover that it can actually be EASIER to identify trees without all those leaves in the way!

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Stained Glass

In this class you will learn the basic techniques of working with stained glass and decorative tinning to create this work of art to display in your home. Price includes personal instruction and all the supplies needed to make one sun-catcher. **No refunds will be provided.  Craft supplies cannot be

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A whole new way to register and reserve!

To better support our customers, we are transitioning to a new software system for program registrations and facility reservations. This system will provide a better experience all around and will make it much easier for you to enjoy all that Greene County Parks & Trails has to offer. What does

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We’re Bringing Back History this Christmas!

For generations in Xenia, Christmas didn’t truly begin until Santa moved into his little house on the Greene County Courthouse lawn. Starting in the 1950s, families would bundle up and head downtown just to see Santa, tucked inside his house at the foot of the courthouse. Kids waited their turn

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From the (new!) Director’s Desk

Richard Kharman I’m honored and excited to introduce myself as the new Director for Greene County Parks & Trails. As I write this, it’s a beautiful day to reflect on how we become who we are. I’m sure many of you would like to know a little about me. My

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Wellness Walkers

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

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Greene County Bike Tour Raises $1,800 to Support Local Veterans

All proceeds to benefit the Greene County Suicide Prevention Veteran Subcommittee XENIA, OH — Greene County Parks & Trails (GCP&T) is proud to announce that the 2025 Greene County Bike Tour for Veteran Suicide Prevention raised $1,800 in support of the Greene County Suicide Prevention Veteran Subcommittee (GCSPVS). The check

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Greene County Bike Tour for Veteran Suicide Prevention

This one day ride will showcase the extensive trail system in Greene County with all proceeds benefiting the Greene County Suicide Prevention Veteran Subcommittee. Planned routes of 10, 30, and 60 miles will be supported with rest stops and refreshments. The Greene Country Trail Sentinel volunteers will be out on the

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Backyard Jamboree with Joe Mullins and the Radio Ramblers

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

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Painting with Mrs. Stanley – Registration Required

Greene County Parks & Trails is excited to be partnering with Mrs. Stanley, a local art teacher, on some fun painting classes for adults.  As always, Mrs. Stanley will guide you through the process and help you create a masterpiece to be proud of!   Looking for something fun to

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Painting with Mrs. Stanley – Registration Required

Greene County Parks & Trails is excited to be partnering with Mrs. Stanley, a local art teacher, on some fun painting classes for adults.  As always, Mrs. Stanley will guide you through the process and help you create a masterpiece to be proud of!   Cock A Doodle WHOO wants

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Winter Solstice Hike – No Registration

Follow the soft glow of luminaries in the snow… Enjoy the calmness of the woods in winter on the Winter Solstice, the longest night of the year. Refreshments and holiday treats available for those participating in the hike (while supplies last). This is a self-guided hike along a luminary lit

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Santabilities Workshop – Registration Required

Santa’s Elves will be around to assist with our new program, Santabilities Workshop, as we open the North Pole to those that need a little extra help and attention. Santabilities Workshop is the same great program as Santa’s Workshop, just geared to people that are differently-abled.  This program is for the young

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Santa’s Workshop – Registration Required

The holiday season can be a busy time, Santa needs all the help he can get making gifts for the special people in our lives. Children, ages 4-12, are invited to attend Santa’s Workshop and make gifts for mom, dad, grandma, grandpa and more. All supplies will be provided, this is

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Tinsel Town Tots – Registration Required

NEW for 2025! The workshop in Tinsel Town is open and ready for our littlest gift-makers…tots ages 2 & 3. This program is the same as Santa’s Workshop, just for our little ones.  Registered guests will make hand-made gifts to give to others during the holiday season. Tots will be

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Christmas Decor/Gift Making – Registration Required

Do you have a family member or friend who values personalized handmade gifts over store purchased items? Or are you looking for cute Christmas décor of your own? Join GCP&T as we get you ready for the holiday season with hand-crafted Christmas Decor Each handcrafted wooden snowman is $10 to make.

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Christmas Ornaments – Registration Required

Join GCP&T as we get you ready for the holiday season with hand-crafted ornaments for your tree! Each ornament is $2. You can register to make anywhere from 1-6 ornaments. Supplies will be provided, you are welcome to bring additional supplies to use. Due to space, only registered guests may

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Bleach Splattered Christmas Shirts – Registration Required

Get creative and design your own bleach dyed Christmas style T-Shirt. I know, I know… Halloween hasn’t even passed yet! But Christmas is right around the corner, after Thanksgiving of course. You will not want to miss celebrating in your very own personalized Christmas shirt! Each paid registrant will receive

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Pumpkin Glow at Caesar Ford Park – No Registration

We give a whole new meaning to GLOW with our Pumpkin Glow! No traditional, candlelit pumpkins here…just hand-painted pumpkins in black light-reflective paint! The trails of Caesar Ford Park will be lined with hundreds of hand-painted pumpkins covering everything from cartoons to music to horror shows, animals, and more. Once

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Contact Michelle Jenkins

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Contact Wade Beam

Contact Darrell Hannah

Contact Chuck Frazier

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