Nature is all around, and fall is coming. Look at the trees, their leaves may be starting to change. Spiders, cocoons, galls, and salamanders may be spied under a leaf […]
Native plants are ones that have grown in an area prior to European settlers. Discover why these plants are important for our ecosystems, agriculture, and economy. Hike the trails looking […]
One of the bests ways to help wildlife at home is landscaping with native plants. Local vendors will be selling native plants on the Discovery Center Porch until supplies last. […]
Fall is quickly approaching, and it is time to prepare for the harvest on the McKinnis Farm. At the workshop, learn about the different tools used in harvesting crops and […]
Raccoons are resourceful animals; they can find food anywhere! Learn about this amazing scavenger through a fun storybook. Children will also look at raccoon furs, bones, and make a raccoon […]
Plant the Future with Us! Join experts from the Toledo Zoo’s Wild Toledo and the Blanchard River Watershed Partnership to discover how prairies save money, reduce flooding, support pollinators, and […]
“Frog in the Bog” by Karma Wilson will be read in the Nature Play Area. This is a story about a frog and what he likes to eat as he […]
Here’s a chance to create fall-themed décor. Participants will make fall colored glitter slime, a tissue paper leaf-shaped suncatcher, decorate miniature foam pumpkins and squash and create a scarecrow head […]
Join us for Starter Storytime at Riverside Park’s Waterfalls Pavilion! We will sing, rhyme, read, and have fun with scarves and instruments while enjoying the great outdoors! This program is […]
Join us Saturday September 27th from 9am-3pm for our animal swap meet & farmers market! Bring your animals, arts, crafts, or homemade goods to trade, buy, or sell. Plus, enjoy […]
