Upcoming Programs & Events

• Nature Prepares for Winter

  November 15, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am

  Meet live animals as we talk about how nature prepares for and survives winter. Who sleeps, who leaves town, and who adapts to the conditions?

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• Nature in a Blink: Migratory Waterfowl Watch

  November 15, 2025 4:00pm - 5:00pm

  Experience Nature in a Blink, a year-long series where you become eyewitness to the elusive wonders of nature at your favorite MetroParks. While we may not associate Ohio with the coast, many waterfowl and shorebirds fly their way across the state heading south for the winter. The wetlands at Gilmore Ponds make for a perfect stopover, depending on water level - come join us to see what we can find! Registration required.

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• Winter Tree ID

  December 06, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am

  How do you identify trees without their leaves? Use clues such as bark, branching, and buds to learn how to identify common trees during winter. Please dress for the weather.

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• Rooted Living: Soapmaking

  December 06, 2025 10:00am - 11:30am

  Learn about different methods of making soap, traditional and modern. Design your own glycerin soap to take home and craft fun, handmade gifts to share with loved ones during the holidays. Ages 10+ (children under 18 must be accompanied by a paid adult).

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• Winter in the Village

  December 12, 2025 6:00pm - 8:00pm

  How did early Ohioans stay occupied when it was much too cold to go outside? Walk through the Pioneer Village at Governor Bebb to experience a wintry evening from over 200 years ago. In this self-guided exploration, fires will be roaring in the cabins to help keep away the cold, and educators in historical dress will be on-site demonstrating traditional seasonal pastimes. Hot cider will be provided. Registration required.

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