Russ Nature Reserve
Bonfire & S’mores
Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, United StatesWhat 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 […]
Toad-ally Together ~ Dino Exploration
Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, United StatesToad-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. […]
World of Imagination
Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, United StatesThe 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, […]
Bleach Splattered Shirts – Halloween Edition
Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, United StatesGet 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 […]
DISCOVERY HIKE: Prairies
Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, United StatesDISCOVERY 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 […]
Monarch Tagging
Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, United StatesOn 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 […]
“Migration” Outdoor Movie & Activity
Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, United StatesMigration 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 […]
Homeschool Science Days: Insects and Spiders
Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, United StatesInsects 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 […]
Pups on a Mission: The Colorless Rainbow
Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, United StatesWhat 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.
World of Imagination
Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, United StatesThe 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, […]
Slip ‘n Slide Kickball
Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, United StatesWho’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 […]
Trivia Quest
Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, United StatesAre 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 […]