“Migration” Outdoor Movie & Activity
Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OHMigration 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 […]
Morning Milers
Beavercreek Community Park 801 Factory Rd, Beavercreek, OH, United StatesJoin the GCP&T Trail Sentinels for an early morning ride along the region's bike trails. GCP&T Trail Sentinels are an elite volunteer group who patrol the trails and coordinate several cycling events. These rides are not for the beginner skill level and may include a short, off-trail portion with an average of 25-35 miles at 14-16 MPH. Riders […]
Monarch Tagging
Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OHOn 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 […]
DISCOVERY HIKE: Prairies
Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OHDISCOVERY 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 HIKES last one hour and cover seasonal topics such as wildflowers, habitats, animal tracking and more.There […]
Bleach Splattered Shirts – Halloween Edition
Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OHGet 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 […]
Art in the Park
Fairgrounds Recreation Center 210 Fairground Road, Xenia, OHCreate your own art masterpiece while enjoying the park atmosphere at Fairgrounds Recreation Center! You will receive a blank canvas upon which you may paint/create your masterpiece. Paint will also be provided during the program. Whether you paint or draw your favorite object &/or person, or paint a nature scene in our park, it will […]
Protect Your Skin
Fairgrounds Recreation Center 210 Fairground Road, Xenia, OHThere is no such thing as a “safe” or “healthy” tan. By age 70, one in five of us will be affected by skin cancer. In this program, participants will learn about the effects of ultraviolet light on skin and eyes, types of cancer, and sun safety strategies, along with learning more about the effectiveness […]
World of Imagination
Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OHThe 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, […]
Toad-ally Together ~ Dino Exploration
Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OHToad-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. […]
Bonfire & S’mores
Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OHWhat 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 […]
Warrior Resiliency Top Shot Archery Event
Caesar Ford Park 520 South Stringtown Road, Xenia, OHArchery is an activity that has been around for centuries and has been used for various purposes, including hunting and combat. However, in recent years, it has gained popularity as a recreational activity and even as a form of therapy. For military veterans, archery can be an excellent way to promote physical and mental well-being. […]
Autumn Wild Foraging
Caesar Ford Park 520 South Stringtown Road, Xenia, OHAre you interested in learning what is safe to eat in the woods in autumn? Follow self-guided trails that provide information next to each edible plant with tidbits about what part is best to eat and how to prepare it. A naturalist will be on hand to answer your questions.
