18729 Mercer RoadBowling Green, Ohio 43402

The mission of the Wood County Park District is to conserve, enhance, and protect the natural and cultural resources of Wood County, while providing quality outdoor recreational and educational opportunities for Wood County citizens.

Vol. XVII - Issue 3

Wood County Park DistrictProgram

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Neil MungerPark Commissioners

Tom Myers • Dennis Parish • Bob Hawker Sandy Wiechman • Bill Cameron

PRST STDU.S. POSTAGE PAIDPERRYSBURG, OH

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Heritage Farm Festival Saturday, June 1; 3:00 – 7:00 pmCarter Historic Farm18331 Carter Road, Bowling GreenDon’t miss out on a blacksmithing demonstration, tasty homestead food, learning about our new livestock, live heritage music, 1930s games, and more.

Paddle the Pond Every Monday, June – August; 4:00 – 7:30 pm W.W. Knight Nature Preserve29530 White Road, PerrysburgEnjoy a float on the pond at W.W. Knight Nature Preserve; perfect for a family outing, comfort-builder for beginners, or relaxing exercise! An instructor will be available for introductory safety and skills education. All boats, life-jackets, and paddles provided. Boats and gear on a first-come-first-served basis. Enjoy a nature walk while you wait! The last Monday of every month will feature kayaks along with canoes: June 24, July 29, August 26.

Wild Ride Bike Tour Wednesday, June 5; 6:00 – 8:00 pmBlack Swamp Preserve1014 South Maple Street, Bowling GreenBikers and runners aren’t the only creatures that call the S.E.T. home! Join in on this no-drop group road-bike ride and learn about and spot wildlife and habitats that surround the Slippery Elm Trail. Leader: Craig Spicer

EcoLit Book Group Meeting Thursday, June 6; 7:00 – 9:30 pmW.W. Knight Nature Preserve: Friends’ Green Room29530 White Road, PerrysburgFor this meeting, please read Desert Solitaire by Edward Abbey. Group meets once a month. Register for any or all. Discussion leader: Cheryl Lachowski, Senior Lecturer, BGSU English Dept. and Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist (OCVN)

Hiking for Health Series Fridays, 10:00 – 11:30 amJune 7: Black Swamp Preserve1014 S. Maple St, Bowling GreenAugust 23: Otsego Park20000 West River Road, Bowling GreenJoin a naturalist for exercise and the wonder of watching the seasonal changes. The hikes will offer a true mind-body connection. Sign up for one week or both. Leader: Jim Witter

Self-Care Saturdays June 8, July 13, and August 10; 12:00 – 1:30 pmW.W. Knight Nature Preserve29530 White Road, PerrysburgForest therapy is practicing the connection with yourself and the Earth. By practicing this connection, you reduce stress, depression, anxiety, blood pressure and heart rate, symptoms of OCD and ADHD and increase your sense of well-being, immunity, mental clarity, creativity & concentration. Cost: $15. Program facilitator: Jim Witter

Bird Song I.D. Part Two Tuesday, June 11; 10:00 – 11:30 amCedar Creeks Preserve4575 Walbridge Road, NorthwoodGet some experience listening for breeding birds as we build upon concepts discussed in March’s intro to bird song program. Participation in the March program is not necessary for registration. Leader: Jim Witter

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June Programs

June 2019 Programs = volunteer = public program

Registration: www.wcparks.org or 419-353-1897 Programs are free, unless noted. Hikes are 1-mile or under. Please register at least 48 hours in advance of the program.Get the free app, ‘wcparks’ for navigation, programs, and information about your 20 Wood County Parks & Preserves.

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Archery Skills: The Complete Archer Part 1: Tuesday, June 11; 6:30 – 8:30 pmPart 2: Thursday, June 13; 6:30 – 8:30 pmArrowwood Archery Range11126 Linwood Road, Bowling GreenTransform into an arrow-slinging archer! This two-session course is designed to equip the novice with the tools to safely navigate the range, become familiar with basic archery equipment and create a solid foundation to work on precision and accuracy. Leader: Bill Hoefflin

Tweenagers: Explore the Wetlands Friday, June 14; 9:00 am – 12:00 pmW.W. Knight Nature Preserve29530 White Road, PerrysburgSearch for macroinvertebrates, frogs, and other creatures in and around the wetland. Learn how this ecosystem impacts our lives and how to contribute to good water quality. Leader: Jim Witter

Kayak Safety & Rescue Saturday, June 15; 10:00 am – 3:00 pmThree Meadows Pond700 Three Meadows Drive, PerrysburgJoin American Canoeing Association instructors to advance your touring kayak safety and rescue skills. Be prepared to take a swim through this involved course that will help you keep all boats afloat and prepare you for when they don’t float. See online description for full details and registration requirements. Registration deadline is Monday, June 10. Cost: $35/FWCP $30. Leaders: Craig Spicer and Bill Hoefflin

Full Moon Walk Monday, June 17; 8:30 – 10:00 pmSlippery Elm Trail: Cricket Frog Cove14810 Freyman Road, CygnetEnjoy a gentle stroll under the Full Strawberry moon as we learn moon lore and look and listen for nocturnal wildlife. Bug spray, repellent technology or clothing recommended. Any flashlights must have red lenses, no dogs permitted. Leader: Bill Hoefflin

Water Quality Tuesday, June 18; 6:00 – 8:00 pmWilliam Henry Harrison Park644 Bierley Ave, PembervilleLearn about water quality of the Portage River by finding and identifying macroinvertebrates from the water. You must be prepared to go into knee deep water with close-toed shoes. No experience needed. Leader: Nicole Sarver

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Teenature Thursday, June 20; 6:30 – 9:30 pmW.W. Knight Nature Preserve: Friends’ Green Room29530 White Road, PerrysburgTeen participants will assist with a stewardship project and learn about our iNaturalist program at Wood County Parks. Bring your phone to take photos and add them to our WC Parks or iNaturalist apps. Enjoy snacks and conversation after our return to the nature center. Leader: Jim Witter

Scenic River Canoeing Friday, June 21; 5:30 – 8:30 pmOrleans Boat LaunchE. Harrison Ave, PerrysburgEnjoy a scenic paddle on the Maumee River around the Audubon Islands State Nature Preserve with naturalists and ODNR stream scientists, who will point out interesting river features. Experience how experts evaluate the health of the river by investigating the critters that call it home. Cost: $10/$7 FWCP. Leader: Craig Spicer

Wilderness First Aid Course Saturday – Sunday, June 22 – 23; 8:30 am – 7:00 pmW.W. Knight Nature Preserve29530 White Road, PerrysburgLearn how to save life and limb when mired in an area far from the hospital or in a natural area miles from an access point in this class provided by MEDIC SOLO. Classroom instruction and hands-on problem-solving are blended into this rescue scenario training. Gain care-giving confidence and the SOLO 2-year certification. Cost: $195 (N/A). Program facilitator: Craig Spicer

Cycle Werks Basics Wednesday, June 26; 6:00 – 7:45 pmCycleWerks Bicycle & Fitness248 South Main Street, Bowling GreenBike upkeep is crucial to ensuring your rides are smooth and safe. Let the experts from Cycle Werks tune-up your skills in maintenance fundamentals in this hands-on workshop. Program facilitator: Craig Spicer

Coastal Kayaking: Skills, Rescues, Safety June 27 & 28; 6:00 – 9:00 pmJune 30; 8:00 am – 2:00 pmThree Meadows Pond700 Three Meadows Drive, PerrysburgJoin American Canoe Association instructors to advance your kayak safety and rescue skills in an open water/coastal environment. Kayakers with novice to intermediate ability are encouraged to participate in this three-session class. See online description for full details and registration requirements. Registration deadline Sunday, June 23. Cost: $75/FWCP $65. Leaders: Eric Slough and Craig Spicer

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July ProgramsOpen Geocaching Tuesday, July 2; 1:00 – 6:00 pmSawyer Quarry Nature Preserve26940 Lime City Road, PerrysburgOur geocaches rock! Can you find them all? Stop by anytime between 1:00 and 6:00 pm to borrow one of our GPS units or bring your smartphone with the Google Maps app and search for hidden geocaches in the park. Dress for the weather and be prepared for substantial walking and self-guided exploration. No SWAG for exchange necessary. Leader: Craig Spicer

Evening Bat Hike Friday, July 5; 8:45 – 10:00 pmCarter Historic Farm18331 Carter Road, Bowling GreenDiscover facts, myths, local species, and conservation challenges of bats. Afterwards, we’ll play a game demonstrating bat echolocation powers and hike with bat-detecting sonar to search for our only truly flying mammals! Leader: Jim Witter

Slippery History Bike Tour Saturday, July 6; 9:00 – 11:30 amBlack Swamp Preserve1014 South Maple Street, Bowling GreenWhat’s the Great Black Swamp? Who is Old Huldah? Where is the ghost town of Ducat? Join in on this no-drop group road-bike ride and learn about the history of the Slippery Elm Trail. Leader: Corinne Gordon

Water Quality Sunday, July 7; 10:00 am – 12:00 pmOtsego Park20000 West River Road, Bowling GreenLearn about water quality of the Maumee River by finding and identifying macroinvertebrates from the water. You must be prepared to go into knee deep water with closed toed shoes. No experience needed.

Frog Gigging with Ohio Division of Wildlife Tuesday, July 9; 6:30 – 11:00 pmCedar Creeks Preserve4575 Walbridge Road. NorthwoodThe Wood County Park District partners with the Ohio Division of Wildlife to offer a beginners’ workshop for gigging frogs. Topics to be covered by ODNR Division of Wildlife officials include techniques and equipment used, regulations, and cleaning and cooking frogs. Following the classroom portion we will move to an offsite location to put our lesson to the test and gig some frogs and get wet. Leader: Bill Hoefflin

Open Archery Wednesday, July 10; 5:00 – 8:00 pmArrowwood Archery Range11126 Linwood Road, Bowling GreenCome anytime between 5:00 and 8:00 pm to give archery a shot! All archery equipment provided, along with brief beginner-friendly instruction from our certified instructors. Children must be at least 7 years of age or older to use our equipment. No registration required. Leader: Craig Spicer

EcoLit Book Group Meeting Thursday, July 11, 7:00 – 9:30 pmW.W. Knight Nature Preserve: Friends’ Green Room29530 White Road, PerrysburgFor this meeting, please read Second Nature: A Gardener’s Education by Michael Pollan. Group meets once a month. Register for any or all. Discussion leader: Cheryl Lachowski, Senior Lecturer, BGSU English Dept. and Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist.

Family Fishing Night Friday, July 12; 6:30 – 8:30 pmW.W. Knight Nature Preserve29530 White Road, PerrysburgShare an evening with the family in a natural setting and try to catch a big one! A limited number of poles and bait will be provided, and you are free to bring your own. Leader: Jim Witter

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Rec-Boat Rescue Workshop Saturday, July 20; 1:00 – 5:00 pmW.W. Knight Nature Preserve29530 White Road, PerrysburgHow prepared are you if your kayak flips and fills with water? Gain invaluable safety and rescue skills and test the possibilities and limitations of your recreational kayak in this hands-on and in-the-water American Canoeing Association course. Instructors seek to advance your skills with your personal kayak through on-land, on-water, and in-water experiential training. Registration deadline Monday, July 15. See online description for full details and registration requirements. Cost: $35/FWCP $30Leaders: Craig Spicer and Bill Hoefflin

MTB Skills Workshop Sunday, July 21; 11:00 am – 12:30 pmBlack Swamp Preserve1014 South Maple Street, Bowling GreenLearn from the pros of Spoke Life Cycles and The Right Direction as they teach fundamental skills to conquer off-road biking challenges and features. Bring your own bike and helmet. This class is appropriate for riders of all skill levels! Program facilitator: Craig Spicer

Cycle Werk Basics Wednesday, July 24; 6:00 – 7:45 pmCycle Werks Bicycle & Fitness248 South Main Street, Bowling GreenBike upkeep is crucial to ensuring your rides are smooth and safe. Let the experts from CycleWerks tune-up your skills in maintenance fundamentals in this hands-on workshop! Bring your own bike for hands-on practice. All other materials provided. Program facilitator: Craig Spicer

Ruggers’ Reunion Thursday, July 25; 6:30 – 8:30 pmCarter Historic Farm18331 Carter Road, Bowling GreenThis will be a fun evening of rug-making and socializing for all those who have participated in the crocheted rug instruction sessions over the past several years. If the weather is nice, we’ll work outside. Bring your own crochet hook and other materials (we’ll have the sewing machine and extra fabric), a lawn chair in case we work outside, a snack to share and your most recent rug project for ‘show and tell’. Program facilitator: Corinne Gordon

Watermelon Rind Pickling Saturday, July 27; 1:00 – 4:00 pmCarter Historic Farm18331 Carter Road, Bowling GreenVisit the 1930s farm to learn how to make this unusual treat. Take home a jar to share with friends. Leader: Corinne Gordon

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River Venture Kayaking Saturday, July 13; 8:00 am – 12:00 pmOtsego Park20000 W. River Road, Bowling GreenPaddle down the Mighty Maumee with a naturalist. Check out ecological features and search for wildlife like bald eagles, painted turtles, beaver and more! A kayaking safety and skills session will precede the trip. Cost: $13/$8 FWCP. Leader: Craig Spicer

River Wading Saturday, July 13; 10:00 am – 12:00 pmWilliam Henry Harrison Park644 Bierley Avenue, PembervilleGet up close and personal with the life in the Portage River as we explore some of its runs, riffles and pools. We will be in the water exploring with our hands and nets, so wear quick drying clothes and footwear that can get wet and stay attached to your feet. Leader: Bill Hoefflin

Family Adventures in the Wild Monday, July 15 and Thursday, August 15; 7:00 – 8:00 pmW.W. Knight Nature Preserve: Friends’ Green Room29530 White Road, PerrysburgHear the story of two families and how they connected to natural resources with assistance from the parks. In July, the Tittl family will present photos and stories from a wilderness adventure to the Boundary Waters and talk about what they learned at WCPD’s Paddle the Pond program and how it gave them the final nudge to embark on their adventure. In August, Sarah and Mike Krafty will share the highlights of their quest to visit each of our 20 Wood County Parks and speak about their experience with the Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist program. Leader: Jim Witter

Full Moon WalkTuesday, July 16; 9:00 – 10:00 pmCedar Creeks Preserve4575 Walbridge Road, NorthwoodEnjoy a gentle stroll under the Full Buck moon as we learn moon lore and look and listen for nocturnal wildlife. Bug spray, repellent technology or clothing recommended, any flashlights must have red lenses, no dogs permitted. Leader: Bill Hoefflin

Milkweed and Monarchs Wednesday, July 17; 7:00 – 8:30 pmW.W. Knight Nature Preserve: Friends’ Green Room29530 White Road, PerrysburgWant to know more about the mighty monarch butterfly? Joy Schall, Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist, will lead us in an exploration of milkweed, look for monarchs, and learn about metamorphosis! There may even be a few butterflies to release. Leader: Jim Witter

Scenic River Canoeing Friday, July 19; 6:30 – 8:30 pmOrleans Boat LaunchE. Harrison Ave, PerrysburgEnjoy a scenic paddle on the Maumee River around the Audubon Islands State Nature Preserve with naturalists and ODNR stream scientists who will point out interesting river features. Experience how experts evaluate the health of the river by investigating the critters that call it home. Cost: $10/$7 FWCP Leader: Craig Spicer

PiPs: Wetlands Saturday, July 20; 10:00 – 10:45 amW.W. Knight Nature Preserve: Friends’ Green Room29530 White Road, PerrysburgSearch for creatures in the wetland and learn how they indicate the health of our aquatic ecosystem. Leader: Jim Witter

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The Full-Pull Bike Tour Saturday, August 3; 9:00 – noonBlack Swamp Preserve1014 South Maple Street, Bowling GreenJoin in on this no-drop group road-bike ride covering the full Slippery Elm Trail, Bowling Green to North Baltimore and back. While we ride, learn about the history, wildlife and habitats surrounding the S.E.T. Leader: Craig Spicer

Catfish Tournament Saturday, August 3; 8:00 – 10:30 pmButtonwood Park/Betty C. Black Recreation Area27174 Hull Prairie Road, PerrysburgOne of the best fighting sportfish in the Maumee River gets active right at dusk. Prizes will be awarded in adult and youth classes for most fish and largest fish categories. Leader: Bill Hoefflin

EcoLit Book Group Meeting Thursday, August 8; 7:00 – 9:30 pmW.W. Knight Nature Preserve: Friends’ Green Room29530 White Road, PerrysburgFor this meeting, please read Islands, The Universe, Home by Gretel Ehrlich. Group meets once a month. Register for any or all. Discussion leader: Cheryl Lachowski, Senior Lecturer, BGSU English Dept. and Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist (OCVN).

Water Quality Thursday, August 22; 6:00 – 8:00 pmOtsego Park20000 W. River Road, Bowling GreenLearn about water quality of the Maumee River by finding and identifying macroinvertebrates from the water. Be prepared to go into knee-deep water with closed toed shoes. No experience needed. Leader: Nicole Sarver

Scenic River Canoeing Friday, August 9; 6:00 – 8:00 pmOrleans Boat LaunchE. Harrison Ave, PerrysburgEnjoy a scenic paddle on the Maumee River around the Audubon Islands State Nature Preserve with Naturalists and ODNR stream scientists who will point out interesting river features. Experience how experts evaluate the health of the river by investigating the critters that call it home. Cost: $10/$7 FWCP Leader: Craig Spicer

Clothing Swap Sunday, August 11; 1:00 – 4:00 pmCarter Historic Farm18331 Carter Road, Bowling GreenBring any clothes you’re no longer in love with, and find a new-to-you wardrobe from items brought by others. There will be no charging for clothes, and any unwanted clothes left behind will be used in future Ruggers meetings or donated to charity. Leader: Corinne Gordon

The Perseid Meteor Shower Monday, August 12, 9:30 – 11:00 pmCarter Historic Farm18331 Carter Road, Bowling GreenNamed after Perseus, the Greek mythological hero, this meteor shower is known for its’ fireballs. This shower is usually the best show of the year, but the nearly full moon will wash out the fainter meteors. Leader: Bill Hoefflin

Full Moon WalkThursday, August 15; 9:00 – 10:00 pmWilliam Henry Harrison Park644 Bierley Ave, PembervilleEnjoy a gentle stroll under the Full Sturgeon moon as we learn moon lore and look and listen for nocturnal wildlife. Bug spray, repellent technology or clothing recommended, any flashlights must have red lenses, no dogs permitted. Leader: Bill Hoefflin

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Island Tour Kayaking Saturday, August 17; 8:00 – 11:00 amWeirs Rapids Access21095 Range Line Road, Bowling GreenPaddle through the largest island chain in the Mighty Maumee with a naturalist as you check out ecological features, learn about the history of the islands, and search for wildlife like bald eagles, painted turtles, beaver and more! A kayaking safety and skills session will precede the trip. Cost: $13/$8 FWCP. Leader: Craig Spicer

Melon-Peach Conserve Making Saturday, August 17; 10:00 am – 12:00 pmCarter Historic Farm18331 Carter Road, Bowling GreenMake and can melon-peach conserve, if all goes/grows well using melons from our garden. Leader: Corinne Gordon

MTB Skills Workshop Sunday, August 18; 11:00 am – 12:30 pmBlack Swamp Preserve1014 South Maple Street, Bowling GreenLearn from the pros of Spoke Life Cycles and The Right Direction as they teach fundamental skills to conquer off-road biking challenges and features. Bring your own bike and helmet. This class is appropriate for riders of all skill levels. Program facilitator: Craig Spicer

Archery Skills: Advanced Archery Part 1: Tuesday, August 20; 6:30 – 8:30 pmPart 2: Tuesday, August 27; 6:30 – 8:30 pmArrowwood Archery Range11126 Linwood Road, Bowling GreenEnjoyed our novice-friendly archery programs? Ready for the next level of archery equipment? Join us and learn the techniques needed to successfully shoot a “sighted” compound bow - used by the modern hunter. Leaders: Craig Spicer and Bill Hoefflin

Cycle Werk Basics Wednesday, August 21; 6:00 – 7:45 pmCycle Werks Bicycle & Fitness248 South Main Street, Bowling GreenBike upkeep is crucial to ensuring your rides are smooth and safe. Let the experts from Cycle Werks tune-up your skills in maintenance fundamentals in this hands-on workshop. Bring your own bike for hands-on practice. All other materials provided. Program facilitator: Craig Spicer

River Wading Thursday, August 22; 6:00 – 8:00 pmButtonwood Park/Betty C. Black Recreation Area27174 Hull Prairie Road, PerrysburgGet up close and personal with the life in the Maumee River as we explore some of its runs, riffles and pools. Kids must be 8 years or older. Program cancelled in the event of high water. We will be in the water exploring with our hands and nets so wear quick drying clothes and footwear that can get wet and stay attached to your feet. Leader: Bill Hoefflin

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CARTER HISTORIC FARMExperience 1930s fun with hayrides, farm animals, live music, cobbler & ice cream, old-time games,

fun contests, BBQ for purchase, and more.

Heritage Farm Fest

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Farm Camp, ages 7 - 12, experience a summer on a 1930s Ohio farm.

Adventure, ages 11-12, paddling, bouldering, archery, geocaching, and more

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17th annual Scarecrow Contest & Workshop

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Volunteer JuneEarly Harvest Garden Planting: Monday, June 3; 9:00 – 11:00 amCarter Historic Farm, 18331 Carter Road, Bowling GreenHelp plant some of the fruits and vegetables that will be used later in the year in Farm programming. Leaders: Arden Pontasch and Corinne Gordon

Conservation Volunteer Day: Tuesday, June 4; 1:00 – 3:00 pmCedar Creeks Preserve, 4575 Walbridge Road, NorthwoodHelp pull garlic mustard and other early invasive plants, pick up trash and help with other conservation tasks. Volunteers will be provided bags and gloves. No experience necessary. Leader: Stewardship staff

Planting Native Plants: Thursday, June 6; 9:00 – 11:00 amRudolph Savanna, 10330 Rudolph Road, RudolphPlant natives from the Wood County Park District’s greenhouse. We only have a few thousand plants to get into the parks and preserves, so everyone is welcome to dig in and help. Tools are provided; no experience required. Remember, green side up! Leader: Stewardship staff

Native Nursery Night: Thursday, June 6; 6:00 – 8:00 pmJ.C. Reuthinger Memorial Preserve, 30730 Oregon Road, PerrysburgHelp add to, maintain, or harvest seed from the Native Plant Nursery. All are welcome! Leader: Stewardship staff

Late Harvest Garden Planting: Monday, June 10; 9:00 – 11:00 amCarter Historic Farm, 18331 Carter Road, Bowling GreenHelp plant some of the fruits and vegetables that will be used later in the year in Farm programming. Leaders: Arden Pontasch and Corinne Gordon

Planting Native Plants: Thursday, June 13; 9:00 – 11:00 amBeaver Creek Preserve, 23028 Long Judson Road, Grand RapidsPlant natives from the Wood County Park District’s greenhouse. We only have a few thousand plants to get into the parks and preserves, so everyone is welcome to dig in and help. Tools are provided; no experience required. And remember, green side up! Leader: Stewardship staff

Woody Plant Removal: Saturday, June 15; 10:00 am – 12:00 pmBradner Preserve: Timmons Rd parking lot, 11540 Timmons Road, BradnerJoin us in the fight to remove invasive plants from our parks. Gloves and tools provided. No experience is needed. Leader: Stewardship staff

Conservation Volunteer Day: Tuesday, June 18; 1:00 – 3:00 pmRudolph Savanna, 10330 Rudolph Road, RudolphHelp with invasive plant and trash removal and other conservation tasks. Volunteers will be provided bags and gloves. No experience necessary. Leader: Stewardship staff

Native Nursery Night: Thursday, June 20; 6:00 – 8:00 pmJ.C. Reuthinger Memorial Preserve, 30730 Oregon Road, PerrysburgHelp add to, maintain, or harvest seed from the Native Plant Nursery. All are welcome! Leader: Stewardship staff

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Native Nursery Night: Thursday, July 11; 6:00 – 8:00 pmJ.C. Reuthinger Memorial Preserve, 30730 Oregon Road, PerrysburgHelp add to, maintain, or harvest seed from the Native Plant Nursery. All are welcome! Leader: Stewardship staff Conservation Volunteer Day: Tuesday, July 16; 1:00 – 3:00 pmOtsego Park, 20000 W. River Road, Bowling GreenHelp with invasive plant and trash removal and other conservation tasks. Volunteers will be provided bags and gloves. No experience necessary. Leader: Stewardship staff

Conservation Volunteer Day: Tuesday, July 23; 6:00 – 8:00 pmBaldwin Woods Preserve, 14080 Range Line Road, WestonHelp with invasive plant and trash removal and other conservation tasks. Volunteers will be provided bags and gloves. No experience necessary. Leader: Stewardship staff

Native Nursery Night: Thursday, July 25; 6:00 – 8:00 pmJ.C. Reuthinger Memorial Preserve, 30730 Oregon Road, PerrysburgHelp add to, maintain, or harvest seed from the Native Plant Nursery. All are welcome! Leader: Stewardship staff

River Cleanup: Friday, July 26; 5:00 – 7:30 pmOtsego Park, 20000 W. River Road, Bowling GreenHelp the stewardship department clean up the trail and river’s edge followed by a relaxing evening around the fire! Outdoor games and great view of the river will be provided. Bring a chair and relax! Leader: Stewardship Staff

Conservation Volunteer Day: Tuesday, August 6; 6:00 – 8:00 pmW.W. Knight Nature Preserve, 29530 White Road, PerrysburgHelp with invasive plant and trash removal and other conservation tasks. Volunteers will be provided bags and gloves. No experience necessary. Leader: Stewardship staff

Native Nursery Night: Thursday, August 8; 6:00 – 8:00 pmJ.C. Reuthinger Memorial Preserve, 30730 Oregon Road, PerrysburgHelp add to, maintain, or harvest seed from the Native Plant Nursery. All are welcome! Leader: Stewardship staff

Missionary Island Clean-up Paddle: Saturday, August 10; 8:30 am – 12:00 pmWeirs Rapids Access, 21095 Range Line Road, Bowling GreenGrab your paddle, gloves, and trash bags for this clean-up canoe trip to Missionary Island. We’re teaming up with Toledo Metroparks and Partners for Clean Streams to remove litter from the largest island in our Scenic Maumee River. All canoeing and clean-up materials provided.

Conservation Volunteer Day: Tuesday, August 13; 1:00 – 3:00 pmRudolph Savanna, 10330 Rudolph Road, RudolphHelp with invasive plant and trash removal and other conservation tasks. Volunteers will be provided bags and gloves. No experience necessary.

Native Nursery Night: Thursday, August 22; 6:00 – 8:00 pmJ.C. Reuthinger Memorial Preserve, 30730 Oregon Road, PerrysburgHelp add to, maintain, or harvest seed from the Native Plant Nursery. All are welcome! Leader: Stewardship staff

Conservation Volunteer Day: Tuesday, August 27; 1:00 – 3:00 pmBradner Preserve: Timmons Rd parking lot, 11540 Timmons Road, BradnerHelp with invasive plant and trash removal and other conservation tasks. Volunteers will be provided bags and gloves. No experience necessary.

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Volunteer website: wcparks.galaxydigital.com

Register for opportunities, log hours, earn badges,and more!

What’s new at wcparks?2019 has already been a busy year and we’re just getting into summer! The new Carter Wetland was created with grant funding through the Black Swamp Conservancy in partnership with our land conservation easement. The Loomis Family donated the property for the Carter Historic Farm and this wetland project was part of their vision. The wetland will be important for wildlife habitat, runoff filtration, and an educational resource about the Great Black Swamp. While you’re at the farm, meet the new sheep and enjoy stepping back in time with 1930s educational programming.We are working on outdoor play too. Check out the new tot lot at Cedar Creeks Preserve. We thought about the adults too with shade structures, indoor restrooms, and a peaceful pollinator garden.There’s always exciting outdoor recreation at the parks. Arrowwood Archery Park is free and open to all. If you are new to archery, we also offer instructional programs.

In addition, we have a new volunteer website. We hope you’ll be interested in being a part of our great conservation, education, and recreation efforts. Begin your volunteer experience with us by visiting wcparks.galaxydigital.com and creating a volunteer account. Once you are set-up, you can register for volunteer opportunities that you are interested in and start making a difference.

8 419-353-1897 | www.wcparks.org | /woodcountyparkdistrict June, July, and August 2019

8. Carter Historic Farm18331 Carter Road Bowling Green, OH 434029. Cedar Creeks Preserve4575 Walbridge Road Northwood, OH 4361910. Cricket Frog Cove Area14810 Freyman RoadCygnet, OH 4341311. Fuller Preserve12153 Cross Creek Road Bowling Green, OH 4340212. Otsego Park20000 West River Road Bowling Green, OH 43402

13. Park District Headquarters18729 Mercer Road Bowling Green, OH 4340214. J.C. Reuthinger Memorial Preserve30730 Oregon RoadPerrysburg, OH 43551

15. Rudolph Savanna 10330 Rudolph Road, Rudolph, OH 4346216. Sawyer Quarry Nature Preserve26940 Lime City Road,Perrysburg, OH 4355117. Slippery Elm Trail13-mile asphalt trail between B.G. and North Baltimore18. W.W. KnightNature Preserve29530 White RoadPerrysburg, OH 4355119. William HenryHarrison Park644 Bierley Avenue Pemberville, OH 4345020. Wood County Historical Center & Museum13660 County Home Road Bowling Green, OH 43402

1. Adam Phillips PondGypsy Lane Road (behind WC Community Corrections Center.)2. Arrowwood Archery Range11126 Linwood RoadBowling Green, OH 43402 3. Baldwin Woods Preserve14080 Range Line Road Weston, OH 435694. Beaver Creek Preserve23028 Long Judson Road Grand Rapids, OH 435225. Black Swamp Preserve1014 S. Maple StreetBowling Green, OH 434026. Bradner Preserve11491 Fostoria Road/ State Route 23Bradner, OH 434067. Buttonwood/Betty C. Black Recreation Area27174 Hull Prairie RoadPerrysburg, OH 43551

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Photo: Kelly L ChalfantFence and FlowersW.W. Knight Preserve

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