Register for one of these sessions to give this eerie archery program a shot! Carve your own pumpkin-target or use arrows to make a “holey” jack-o’-lantern for a scary-good time! All pumpkins, carving tools, and archery gear provided. Must be 8 years of age or older. Personal gear welcome – must be checked by staff before use.
Register for one of these sessions to give this eerie archery program a shot! Carve your own pumpkin-target or use arrows to make a “holey” jack-o’-lantern for a scary-good time! All pumpkins, carving tools, and archery gear provided. Must be 8 years of age or older. Personal gear welcome – must be checked by staff before use.
Find out what else the magnetic compass can do besides showing you which way is north. This reliable low-tech tool can help you get from point A to point B. We will learn the basics indoors and then take it outside on a short orienteering course. Dress for the weather and off trail hiking. Compasses provided, but you can also bring your own if you want.No dogs permitted.
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!
Help plant, maintain and harvest seed from the native plants in the nursery. All tools provided. Training will be provided at the beginning of the program. Celebrate the close of another month and the final Nurture the Nursery program of the year by bringing a dish to share during a potluck near the end of the program. Register for this volunteer opportunity here: https://wcparks.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=960750
Take aim at our life-size 3D animal archery targets while learning the role of hunting as a part of a healthy environment. All targets and archery gear provided. Must be 8 years of age or older. Personal gear welcome – must be checked by staff before use.
Join instructor Glory Meyer for an all-levels yoga practice in a peaceful and serene setting! This practice will be a combination of standing poses and poses on the mat. Modification for leveling the practice up or down will be provided so that everyone experiences the unique level of practice needed for their body. No yoga experience is necessary; both beginners and experienced yogis are welcome! Please bring your own mat and water bottle. Registration will close before the beginning of the first class. After registering for the program, you will be welcome to attend the weekly sessions each month.
Join us in practicing your shelter building skills in our nature playscape! Build a mini shelter and help us build one big enough for us to fit inside. This experience is ideal for ages 5 and up. Getting dirty is a frequent occurrence at Nature Play, wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. Registration required; please register the participating child only. Adults are required to stay with the participating child.
Help clean native plant seeds that have been harvested from Park District properties. This is an indoor, sit-down activity. All instruction and materials provided. Register for this volunteer opportunity here: https://wcparks.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=960756
Enjoy a birding stroll with coffee! We will be visiting a different park each date and starting with a warm drink before heading out on the trail. Register for one or all monthly programs.
Test your knowledge with a great pairing of microbrew and a Great Lakes trivia competition in a natural setting. A Great Lakes brewery representative will discuss the beer samples offered during the program. Prizes will be awarded to the top three groups in the trivia contest.
Join instructor Glory Meyer for an all-levels yoga practice in a peaceful and serene setting! This practice will be a combination of standing poses and poses on the mat. Modification for leveling the practice up or down will be provided so that everyone experiences the unique level of practice needed for their body. No yoga experience is necessary; both beginners and experienced yogis are welcome! Please bring your own mat and water bottle. Registration will close before the beginning of the first class. After registering for the program, you will be welcome to attend the weekly sessions each month.
Travel back in time to the Great Black Swamp, where the Anishnabe people made a livelihood well before European settlers moved in. Experience the Anishnabe way of life, get hands on with tools, and take part in some fun and games!
Help clean native plant seeds that have been harvested from Park District properties. This is an indoor, sit-down activity. All instruction and materials provided. Register for this volunteer opportunity here: https://wcparks.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=960757
For ages 3-6, we'll be discussing a different topic each month. A story and a brief walk afterwards will be a part of the experience. Registration required - register the participating child only. Adults must stay with the participating child during the program.
Take some time for yourself before the hectic holiday season starts and join us for a short walk along Beaver Creek. We’ll call for owls and learn some moon lore. No dogs permitted.
The Wood County Park District needs your help encouraging new plants to sprout in our parks! Join us for an afternoon of fun and conservation. Learn how to create native seed bombs, assemble a few for our field habitat, and then sling shot them into their new home! Registration is required on the Way Library website, https://www.waylibrary.info/.
Are you interested in year-round production? Have you heard about hydroponic production and just want to learn the nuances of growing to see if it is right for you? Come learn the basics of growing greens in an NFT (Nutrient Film Technique) hydroponic system indoors. You will learn about starting seeds in Rockwool, putting the basic NFT system together, nutrient and light needs, and harvesting.
Give yourself permission to get away to reconnect and relax with this monthly series. Join naturalist and meditation teacher Emma Taylor for a monthly nature-based mindfulness session. Classes will consist of a combination of seated and walking mindfulness practices and nature awareness activities. This class is appropriate for teens and adults. Registration required.
Are you looking to build on your compass skills? We will introduce map reading, compass use and route planning indoors. After learning these skills, we’ll try out a challenge course spread throughout the park. Prior orienteering experience is great, but not required. Dress for extensive off trail trekking through rough vegetation and wet areas. No dogs permitted.
