Russ Nature Reserve
World of Imagination
Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OHThe 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, […]
Babbling Bunnies: Water Play
Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH***Swim diapers are required to participate.*** Parks are full of baby bunnies...but do they have babbling bunnies? Well we hope! Back for 2024, we are offering programming for babies/tots from the ages of 6 months to 23 months. Each session will be one hour long and will include projects that the kids can do with assistance of […]
Under the Sea
Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OHI want to be where the creatures are...I wanna see, wanna see them swimming! That's right, our very popular "build-a-bear" program is going deep into the ocean as we take you on a marine life journey. This station-based program will prepare you to care for your very own aquatic animal for years to come! What will you […]
Trivia Quest
Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OHAre you a know-it-all? An armchair Jeopardy Champion? Well, join us at the Russ Nature Reserve for our new Trivia Night where you will be quizzed and challenged on a variety of topics. Our top "brainiacs" will receive a prize as well as bragging rights. Teams may have no more than 8 members. The program […]
Slip ‘n Slide Kickball
Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OHWho’s up for a fun game of kickball?? This month, we play with a twist! Bring your friends, build some teams and be prepared to get wet! Although our goal is to have tons of fun, we can’t help but to admit there will be a fair amount of competition… So who will dominate this […]
World of Imagination
Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OHThe 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, […]
Pups on a Mission: The Colorless Rainbow
Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OHWhat are those famous pups up to now? Join us for another in-person mission along with Ryder and the pups from Paw Patrol. Will you be able to help them complete the mission? Children are encouraged to come dressed as their favorite Paw Patrol character.
Homeschool Science Days: Insects and Spiders
Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OHInsects 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 […]
“Migration” Outdoor Movie & Activity
Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OHMigration 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 […]
Monarch Tagging
Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OHOn 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 […]
DISCOVERY HIKE: Prairies
Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OHDISCOVERY 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 HIKESÂ last one hour and cover seasonal topics such as wildflowers, habitats, animal tracking and more.There […]
Bleach Splattered Shirts – Halloween Edition
Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OHGet 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 […]
