Russ Nature Reserve

Address
2380 Kemp Road
Beavercreek, OH 45431 United States Get Directions
Phone 937-562-6440
Website https://test.gcparkstrails.com/parks/russ-nature-reserve/

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  • Winter Solstice Hike

    Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, United States

    Follow the soft glow of luminaries in the snow... Enjoy the calmness of the woods in winter on the Winter Solstice, the longest night of the year. Hot chocolate and holiday treats available for those participating in the hike (while supplies last). This is a self-guided hike along a luminary lit trail.

  • New Moon Hike

    Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, United States

    If you love our Full Moon Hikes, you will love the New Moon Hike just as much! During this phase, the moon is very close to the sun, so it is hard to be seen by the naked eye.  The night sky on this lunar phase is usually darker and other astral objects can be more visible.  […]

  • Homeschool Science Days: Nocturnal Animals

    Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, United States

    Nocturnal Animals Your homeschoolers will learn about the creatures of the night by “becoming” a bat, using their other senses BESIDES sight, and even meeting an owl. Homeschool Science Days are station-based with various fun, educational activities. These are drop in programs that begin at 10 am and go to noon. Please plan to arrive no […]

    Free

  • The Great Pumpkin Patch

    Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, United States

    Did you enjoy growing up with Highlights Seek and Find puzzles? What if you and your kids could be part of a hide and seek game, with the Russ Nature Reserve being your puzzle board? That is right! Hundreds of pumpkins will be hidden along the trails at the Russ Nature Reserve and your child, […]

    Free

  • Bonfire & S’mores

    Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, United States

    What 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 […]

  • Toad-ally Together ~ Dino Exploration

    Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, United States

    Toad-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.  […]

    Free

  • Bleach Splattered Shirts – Halloween Edition

    Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, United States

    Get 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 […]

    $10.00

  • DISCOVERY HIKE: Prairies

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    Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, United States

    DISCOVERY 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 […]

    Free

  • Monarch Tagging

    Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, United States

    On 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 […]

  • “Migration” Outdoor Movie & Activity

    Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, United States

    Migration 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 […]

    Free

  • Homeschool Science Days: Insects and Spiders

    Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, United States

    Insects and Spiders All things buzzy, fluttery, hairy and (hopefully, not so) scary will be a part of this program. Your homeschoolers will get to try catching insects and spiders, meet some up close, and learn all about them through hands-on games and activities. Homeschool Science Days are station-based with various fun, educational activities. These are […]

    Free