Every second Sunday from June through September, take your bike-ability to the next level with instructors from The Right Direction Youth Development Program! Techniques will be broken down into manageable steps, with challenges designed to build confidence and biking skill. A properly fitting helmet and mountain bike are required. This program is appropriate for ages 7 through adult. Skills covered will be determined by participants at the program.
Hop in a canoe or kayak and have fun on the pond! Perfect for a family outing, comfort-builder for beginners or relaxing exercise. An instructor will be available for introductory safety and skills education. All boats, life-jackets, and paddles provided. Canoes, kayaks, and gear on a first-come-first-served basis. Contact us ahead of time for special needs accommodations or groups. No registration required. This program happens every 2nd and 4th Monday, June through August.
June 9th and 23rd
July 14th and 28th
August 11th and 25th
In honor of Children's Day on June 8, this month we’ll consider what made a children’s book in the 1930s. Our pick for this month is Waterless Mountain by Laura Adams Armer. For questions on reading material or meeting schedules, please contact gmancini@wcparks.org. This program is designed for teens and adults.
Enjoy a gentle stroll under the full strawberry moon as we learn moon lore and look and listen for nocturnal wildlife. Bug spray, repellent technology or clothing recommended. Any flashlights must have red lenses. No dogs permitted.
Transform into an arrow-slinging archer! This program consists of two sessions for the novice. Get the tools to safely navigate the range, become familiar with basic archery equipment & start working on precision and accuracy. Registration includes both sessions. Please register only if you can attend both sessions. Only Wood County Parks equipment may be used. This program is designed for ages 8 and up.
Creating beautiful art out of paper and glass was a popular way to spruce up the house during the 1930s. Come learn how you can use decoupage to brighten spaces with scrap material you likely already have.
For Friends of the Parks members only! These aren’t the recurve bows from your youth, as our modern compound bows are easier and smoother to use. The bows can be set to as little as 6 pounds of force to draw them back. Get the tools to safely navigate the range, become familiar with basic archery equipment and start working on precision and accuracy.
Are you looking to gain experience working with children and building career skills? Join our naturalists and seasonal camp staff in creating lifelong memories for our nature campers! Potential volunteers will be interviewed and will receive training prior to volunteering with nature camp. Contact program manager Jim Witter at 419-661-1697, ext. 1 or jwitter@wcparks.org if you are interested. You may also register your interest at our volunteer website https://wcparks.galaxydigital.com/.
Explore, learn and get dirty at our nature camps! Every day offers new educational and entertaining activities to connect campers to the outdoors and all the things that call it home. Please provide a reliable email address or phone number; additional necessary information will be sent to you following your registration. Need-based assistance for covering the cost of camp is available for those interested in attending. Contact Program Manager Jim Witter at (419) 661-1697 , ext. 1 or jwitter@wcparks.org prior to registration for more information and to learn about whether you might qualify for financial assistance to attend. Registration closes five days before the first day of camp.
Learn about keeping chickens on your property for egg or meat production. We’ll cover everything from choosing your breed to regulation on egg sales in Ohio.
Cubism was a highly influential art style in the early 20th century. Kids will learn its origins and its playful shapes to create their own masterpiece with a variety of fun materials. This program is designed for elementary and middle school aged children.
Hop in a canoe or kayak and have fun on the pond! Perfect for a family outing, comfort-builder for beginners or relaxing exercise. An instructor will be available for introductory safety and skills education. All boats, life-jackets, and paddles provided. Canoes, kayaks, and gear on a first-come-first-served basis. Contact us ahead of time for special needs accommodations or groups. No registration required. This program happens every 2nd and 4th Monday, June through August.
June 9th and 23rd
July 14th and 28th
August 11th and 25th
Explore, learn and get dirty at our nature camps! Every day offers new educational and entertaining activities to connect campers to the outdoors and all the things that call it home. Please provide a reliable email address or phone number; additional necessary information will be sent to you following your registration. Need-based assistance for covering the cost of camp is available for those interested in attending. Contact Program Manager Jim Witter at (419) 661-1697 , ext. 1 or jwitter@wcparks.org prior to registration for more information and to learn about whether you might qualify for financial assistance to attend. Registration closes five days before the first day of camp.
Calling all green thumbs! Join us for the first ever Farm Garden Club meeting where we will discuss upcoming garden plans and projects at Carter Historic Farm. This will be a monthly program.
Geared towards the novice and beginner archer, this 6-week league will get you started with foundational skills. We’ll help you build your ability through friendly competition. Four age classes encourage friendly competition, starting at 8 years of age through adults. Prizes for top shooters are presented at the Awards Banquet and Fun-Shoot event on the last night of scored shooting on July 29. Register participating archers ONLY. Parents/Guardians must stay with participants who are minors. All archery gear provided. Personal gear is welcome, but it must be unsighted. A skills development class suited towards beginners will be a part of the June 24 program night. League shooting nights are each Tuesday, 6:00 – 8:30 pm. Each shooter’s best 5 scored-weeks are counted toward their overall score; out of the 6 weeks, 1 may be missed/dropped. Archers participating in their 3rd year or more of the Arrowwood Archery League will shoot at a greater distance. An instructor will be present each league night to supervise and equip archers.
Get up close and personal with the life in the Portage River as we explore some of its runs, riffles and pools. We will be in the water exploring with our hands and nets, so wear quick drying clothes and footwear that can get wet and stay attached to your feet. Kids must be 8 years or older. Program cancelled in the event of high water or severe weather.
One of the most popular forms of food preservation is pickling. We will be using beets grown at the farm to learn about pickling and water bath canning. This will be a demonstration-style program with plenty of time for questions. This program is designed for teens and adults.
Whether you have decades of experience or just started last week, crafters of all ages can stop by for an afternoon of craftin’! Please bring your own materials, projects and questions!
Bring the family and join the park district in celebrating the Great American Backyard Campout with an evening full of camping-related outdoor activities! Come between 6:00 – 9:00pm to enjoy campfire snacks, outdoor skills lessons, team challenges, nature education, and campfire songs! Bring your own chairs to sit and relax around the fire, or a tent and blanket to add to the ambience. Activities will be available to participate in throughout the event, including campfire treats, outdoor skills training, team challenges, and yard games. Other activities include river wading and fish seining 6:30-7:30pm, Nature Trivia around the fire 8:00-8:30pm, and campfire songs and stories 7:30-8pm & 8:30-9:00pm. Camping overnight not permitted.
Learn proper spacing and seed depth for a successful pumpkin patch. We'll discuss when to plant to insure an early October harvest that will last through fall!
