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Educational Resource Guide

To enhance quality of life and inspire preservation efforts in this and future generations by providing a regional system of premier natural, historical and cultural parklands maintained and operated to the highest professional standards.

Our Mission

our Vision

To preserve and protect the natural heritage of Northwest Ohio.

Operating Principles:Clean Education Safe Visitor ExperienceNatural ForeverOrganizational Excellence

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Metroparks Education Programs

Metroparks programs emphasize hands-on, experiential activities that reinforce the Ohio Academic Content Standards. All environmental and historical programs are specifically aligned with the state standards. We are dedicated to promoting a better understanding and appreciation of the flora, fauna, history and culture of Northwest Ohio and its unique ecosystems.

Scheduling A Program 5

Teacher Checklist 6

Historical Programs 8

Nature Education Programs 12

Oak Openings Region Programs 14

Stewardship Programs 15

Boy Scout Programs 16

Girl Scout Programs 18

Nature Special Attractions 19

Program Index 20

Map 23

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Speakers BureauMetroparks employees provide a variety of informative lecture programs on Northwest Ohio’s environment and history. Reserve a speaker for your next event! For information and reservations, call 419.407.9700.

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Visit MetroparksToledo.com for the Ohio Academic Content Standards.Visit MetroparksToledo.com for the Ohio Academic Content Standards.

Service LearningStudents give back to their community by participating in stewardship projects including invasive species removal, harvesting prairie seeds, general park clean up and more; all while learning about the habitat they are helping. Arrangements can be made for one day of service or Adopt-an-Acre and see the changes a habitat experiences throughout the year. To learn about Metroparks volunteer opportunities, call 419-407-9700.

Trail PartnersTrail partner volunteers are available to help others enjoy Metroparks by accompanying people with physical disabilities on trails and/or to interpretive programs. To schedule a program with the use of Trail Partners, call 419-407-9700.

DefInitionsInterpreter: A person who employs a mission-based communication process which forges emotional and intellectual connections between the interests of the audience and meanings inherent in the resource.In Parks: Educational programs that may be presented in many of the Toledo Area Metroparks.Outreach: Educational programs that may be presented in your choice of location including, but not limited to schools, libraries, and community centers.

Career ExplorationsThe field of parks and recreation offers many opportunities for future careers. A diverse group of personnel from rangers, naturalists, historical interpreters and many more can share their educational backgrounds, job requirements and experiences. To arrange a presentation, display or to invite a staff member to appear at a career fair, call 419-407-9700.

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To schedule a program, call 419-407-9700, Monday - Friday, 9 am to 4:30 pm, at least six (6) weeks before the intended field trip. Please have the following information ready when you call:1st and 2nd choice of dates to visit and the time of dayPreferred programPreference of parkAge and number of studentsNumber of adults: Metroparks suggest one adult to ten (10) studentsSpecial needs

Metroparks strives to provide affordable educational programs. Refer to the program fee index for specific details. Fees for Title 1 schools may be wavied. If your school is designated by Title 1, please indicate this when you are registering.

Nature Express is a transportation assistance fund, made possible through private donations to the Metroparks.

The fund is open to schools in Lucas County with at least 40% of students enrolled in Title 1. Eligible classes will have 75% of their busrental to a Metroparks educational program covered on yellow school buses. To find out if your school is eligible, call 419-407-9700.

Scheduling A Program

Nature Express

Title I Waivers

teacher and adult chaperone checklist

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3. Name tags are helpful and allow Metroparks leaders to connect with students more easily.

4. Review with the group:Walk quietlyListen attentively and please respect the areaDo not pick plants or take anything from the parkStay togetherStay on the trail, unless directed by Metroparks leaderLet the Metroparks leader lead the walk or program

Review with adult chaperones:Teachers and adult chaperones are responsible for maintaining discipline and keeping the group together during the program.Metroparks leaders are responsible for program presentation and program content. Adults should lead by example, walk quietly, listen to the Metroparks leader and let students respond to questions.Cell phones should be turned off or set to vibrate. If you need to answer, distance yourself from the group.Chaperones should be aware of special behavioral and/or medical needs of the group members.Smoking is not permitted during the program.

1 to 3 Days Before the Program1. Remind everyone to dress appropriately for the

weather. Coats, hats, gloves and raingear are recommended

in cold and rainy/snowy weather conditions. Tennis shoes or sturdy footwear and long pants are

recommended (Sandals, flip flops, clogs and similar footwear are not appropriate.)

Drinking water, sunscreen and mosquito repellant are recommended May through October.

2. Discuss with the students and adult leaders where you are going in the Metropark and what you will be learning.

3. If your students will be bringing lunches, review the lunch guidelines on page 7.

The Day of the Program1. Check the weather in the morning before departing

for the field trip. Metroparks will not cancel your program unless there is a safety concern such as thunderstorms, tornado watches or wind warnings.

2. If you have a question or decide to cancel, please call 419-407-9700 as early as possible.

Just Before Leaving for the Metroparks1. Take restroom break before leaving school.2. Arrive 15 minutes early to prepare your

group for the program.3. Divide students and their adult leaders into

pre-arranged groups before arriving. 4. Know where to meet – check your registration

form.

If You Are Bringing a LunchPlease consider the following tips: Have students use reusable containers when

packing lunch instead of paper bags and baggies. If they cannot use reusable containers, encourage

them to use recyclable containers and take them home to recycle.

Try not to pack any more food than the student will consume for lunch.

You can reserve a picnic shelter for your group’s picnic for an additional fee by calling 419-407-9700.Thank you for helping model greener lifestyles.

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Teachers can work with interpreters to custom design your students’ learning experience to reinforce classroom concepts and Ohio Academic Content Standards.Class Size: must be a minimum of 10 students with 1 adult chaperoneDuration: up to three hoursIn Parks and Outreach

Teachers can work with interpreters to combine historical and environmental programming to create a cross-curricular field trip. Listed prices apply. Examples could include: Oak Grove School and Nature WalksLock Walks and Pond StudyCanal Experience and Nature WalksNature Walk and Stewardship

Create Your Own Program

Pick A PackAll Programs Encourage:

Raising HandsTaking Turns

Listening politely to a speaker

Following directionsCommunicating

information verbally

Down and DirtyGet down and dirty performing chores done prior to the conveniences of modern home technology. Students learn through this hands-on experience how families lived by rotating through stations washing laundry, churning butter, carding wool, and drop spinning. Grades Preschool - 5 1 hour In Parks 10 to 30 students

Jump Into RecessExperience the favored toys and games of the generations through cooperative learning. Students play the games of graces and marbles; practice walking on stilts and have relay races with hoops and sticks. Grades Preschool - 5 1 hour In Parks and Outreach10 to 30 students

Practice Makes PerfectLearn the seven principles of Spencerian penmanship. Practice your new skills with a nineteenth century pen, ink, and inkstand. The schoolmarm will have a hidden message for you in the writing lesson. Grades 4 - 6 1 hour Oak Grove School, Wildwood Preserve10 to 24 students

Build A WigwamLiving in Northwest Ohio, Native Americans relied on the land’s resources for survival. The class will work as a team to build a conical wigwam and learn about the culture of Native Americans on the Ohio frontier. Grades K - 5, 8 1 hour Wildwood Preserve, Providence, Side Cut/Fallen Timbers, Pearson10 to 30 students

Historical Programs

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Games of Skill and DeterminationTest your skills and coordination learning about games that Native children played in the Maumee Valley. Daily life developed skills needed to live in the Ohio Wilderness. Grades K - 5, 8 1 hour In Parks and Outreach10 to 30 students

About Face! Forward March!Learn about the Legion of the United States as they fought the Battle of Fallen Timbers and opened the Northwest Territory to settlement. Grades 3 – 5, 8 & 11 1 Hour In Parks 10 to 30 students

On the Trails of HistoryHike a primitive trail, exploring the Fallen Timbers battlefield and the primary sources that led to its discovery. Must use restroom before leaving school and must wear long pants and full shoes. Grades 3 - 5, 8 & 11 3 HoursFallen Timbers National Historic Site10 to 30 students

Beams and BulbsExplore the ins and outs of Georgian Colonial Style architecture as you tour the formal gardens, attic, boiler room, and other select areas of the home. Overlooking Ten Mile Creek, the Stranahan estate blends 1930s technology with Georgian Colonial architecture making this home and its grounds one of a kind.Grades 10 - 12 1 hour Manor House, Wildwood Preserve10 to 30 students

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Preschool PioneersWork with Metroparks Historical Programs Department to choose a hands-on program to introduce preschoolers to history. All programs include a story and project.Grades Preschool 45 minutes In Parks and Outreach12 to 15 students

Lock WalkStep through history and elevation as you explore the inner workings of the Miami and Erie Canals Maumee Side Cut. Grades Pre - 12 1 Hour and 15 minutesProvidence or Side Cut 10 to 30 students

Oak Grove SchoolEnroll as a student of Oak Grove School and take courses in reading, writing, and arithmetic. The school marm will introduce students to the daily routines of an 1893 one-room schoolhouse.

Grades K - 6 1 hour Wildwood Preserve

15 to 30 students

The Canal ExperienceThe Volunteer: Board an authentic mule drawn canal boat for a one hour cruise on a restored section of the Miami and Erie Canal. Students are immersed in Ohio history as Metroparks leaders dressed in historical clothing recreate life aboard an 1876 canal boat. Isaac Ludwig Mill: Tour the Isaac Ludwig Mill and experience living history as millers use water power to saw logs and grind grain as they did in the 19th century. Grades K - 6, 8 1 hour each Providence10 to 60 students

Manor HouseTour the main areas of the home of Robert A. Stranahan, co-founder of Champion Spark Plug, and his wife, Page. Learn about Georgian Colonial architecture and the role the Stranahan family played in Toledo’s history. Grades 3 - 5, 10 - 12 1 hour Wildwood Preserve15 to 30 students

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Historical Programs(continued)

Historical Programs

Historical Special Attractions

Mud PikeThe natural features of Northwest Ohio dictated how we settled the land. Discover the ways settlers adapted the local environment to create the communities we live in today.

Mule Apples and Muskrat StewLearn about the floating superhighways of the 1850s, from the massive building project that established the Miami and Erie Canal to everyday life in the canal era. The local area developed rapidly and mills dotted the landscape. The Isaac Ludwig Mill reveals the critical role these businesses played.

President Washington’s Indian WarsFollow the Army of the United States through the disastrous campaigns of Generals Harmar and St. Clair to the formation of the American Legion, under the command of General “Mad” Anthony Wayne. The Legion’s victory at the decisive Battle of Fallen Timbers opened the Northwest Territory for settlement.

Richly Dressed and Handsome in AppearanceUtilizing primary documents and pictures, learn about the 1790s clothing styles of Native Americans in the area.

The StranahansThe first half of the twentieth century was a time of tremendous prosperity and economic disaster in America. Explore this important era through the experiences of one of Toledo’s most prominent families, the Stranahans.

Historical PowerPoint Presentation Programs

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Underground RailroadHear local stories that place Toledo on the front lines of the Underground Railroad and sing along with authentic slave songs that contained secret codes to guide slave’s escapes.

Animal Homes: Everybody Needs a HomeFood, water, space and shelter are required to survive in nature. Take a look at animal homes and learn how they provide shelter from the weather, safety from predators and a place to raise babies. Go into the woods and meadows in search of burrows, nests, holes and more.Grades K - 4 1 hour In Parks10 to 75 students Don’t Take Your Bedrock for GraniteExplore the geology of Northwest Ohio and learn how powerful natural forces shaped this area. Grades 4 - 8 1 hour and 30 minutes Farnsworth, Side Cut, Blue Creek, Oak Openings Preserve, Pearson10 to 30 students

In the Park After DarkExperience the sounds and smells of nature after dark. Take advantage of this rare opportunity to visit the park after hours in search of owls, raccoons, insects and other nocturnal animals. Learn about the moon and night sky. Enjoy activities that heighten your senses and fool your brain.Grades 3 - 12 1 hour Swan Creek Preserve10 to 45 students Call 419-407-9700 for scheduled dates. Times limited based upon after-hour park operations.

Hands Across the HabitatsImmerse your students in conservation work by collecting seeds, planting native species, picking up litter and removing invasive species. Work gloves and equipment will be provided. Students must wear long pants and close-toed shoes.Grades 2 - 12 1 hour and 30 minutesWildwood Preserve, Side Cut, Swan Creek Preserve, Pearson, Secor and Oak Openings Preserve10 to 100 students

Nature Education Programs

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Visit MetroparksToledo.com for the Ohio Academic Content Standards.

Nature Walks: On the Trail to DiscoveryTune into the seasonal rhythms of nature, including plant growth and animal behavior. Get a close-up look at some of the unique ecological relationships found along the trails of your nearest Metropark. Grades Preschool - 12 1 hour and 30 minutes All Parks10 to 100 students

Plants and Their PlacesLearn about Ohio’s plants. Plants undergo processes of photosynthesis, respiration, transpiration and more. Learn to use a dichotomous key and field guides while examining native and non-native plants in different habitats.Grades K - 12 1 hour and 30 minutesIn Parks and Outreach 10 to 100 students

Skins, Skulls and SkillsDiscover the variety of mammals that live in Ohio today and what lived here long ago. Examine close up the skins and skulls of Ohio’s most common warm-blooded animals. Students will use dichotomous keys and other ways to compare animals and their activities. Grades Preschool - 12

1 hour and 30 minutes In Parks and Outreach10 to 60 students

Endangered Species HikeSpend some time along the trails at Oak Openings Preserve, our largest Metropark. Discover the beauty and richness of this globally significant region, by exploring rare habitats, like dunes, savannas, and prairies. Students will learn all about the rare and endangered plants and animals that call the Oak Openings “home.”Grades Preschool - 121 to 2 hours Oak Openings Preserve10 to 100 students

Where Are You?Develop compass skills through hands-on practice as students learn directions and degrees by completing an orienteering course. Global Positioning Systems will be demonstrated and classroom follow-up can be paired with Google Earth. Grades 4 - 12 1 hour and 30 minutesOak Openings Preserve, Side Cut, Wildwood Preserve and Outreach10 to 75 students Winter WondersFind out why snow is important, discover why animals don’t need winter coats and learn what animals do in the winter. Explore the trails for tracks, scat and other signs of winter wildlife. Grades K - 6 1 hour In Parks10 to 60 students

Your Underwater MetroparksTadpoles, snails and dragonfly nymphs are just a few of the animals students may find as they explore underwater life in ponds and rivers. Working as teams, students will collect a sample of pond life and work with microscopes and identification keys to examine their catch and analyze water quality. Grades 3 - 12 1 hour and 30 minutesOak Openings Preserve, Side Cut, Blue Creek, Farnsworth, Secor, Pearson10 to 30 students

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The Oak Openings Region is home to more rare and endangered plants and animals than anywhere else in Ohio, and it is right here in our own backyards. However, habitats need our help in maintaining this important biodiversity for the future.

Provide a unique opportunity for your students to leave their lasting legacy in these globally rare habitats of Oak Openings Preserve! Help Metroparks achieve important habitat restoration goals for rare and endangered species, while making real-world connections to the environment. Sign up your class for an unforgettable and engaging field experience that will deepen awareness of these unique, natural communities through involvement in hands-on stewardship opportunities.

Each program listed includes seasonal stewardship activities such as invasive plant removal, prairie seed harvesting, planting, and an educational component.


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The Oak Openings Region

“One of America’s last great places.”

The Nature Conservancy

Stewardship Programs for Biodiversity

Adopt-An-Acre: Be A Land StewardImmerse your students in a globally rare natural area and give them an opportunity to be part of the big picture through working together as a team to preserve native ecosystems. Students will enrich their understanding of the Oak Openings Region by connecting with their own special “adopted” place through stewardship that includes removal of invasive species, seed collecting, and/or brush removal.

For a YearThis option will give students the opportunity to make 4 to 6 visits to their specific, adopted site. Students and staff will take before and after photos, and upon completion of the program, an award certificate will be given to your group. GPS, digital cameras, and binoculars will be used to document species as students compare and contrast observed changes, while also collecting data. Students must wear long pants and work shoes; work gloves and other equipment will be provided.Grades 3 - 12 1 to 2.5 hours 30 students per site For availability and larger groups call 419-407-9700

For a SemesterThis option will give students the opportunity to make 2 to 3 visits to their adopted site. Before and after photos will be taken, and upon completion of the program, an award certificate will be given to students. Students will observe, restore habitat for biodiversity, collect data and learn to identify native and invasive species. GPS, digital cameras, and binoculars will be used. Students must wear long pants and work shoes; work gloves and other equipment will be provided.Grades 3 - 12 1 to 2.5 hours 30 students per site For availability and larger groups call 419-407-9700

For a DayThis program includes removal of invasive species and a lesson on habitat restoration. Grades 3 - 12 1 to 2.5 hours 30 students per site For availability and larger groups call 419-407-9700

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Bird StudyDiscover the basics of bird identification, use of binoculars and field guides through discussion and hands on activities. Hike with a Metroparks leader to fulfill requirements.Wolf Cubs, Boy Scouts10 to 30 scouts 1 hour All Parks

CanoeingLearn basic canoe skills including boat control, paddling apparel, potential hazards and simple rescues. Program can be done in a one-day session or two half-day sessions. Canoes and life jackets provided by Metroparks.Boy Scouts10 to 30 scouts 3+ hours Blue Creek, Oak Openings Preserve, Providence, Pearson, Farnsworth and Side Cut

Environmental ScienceScouts first class and above learn the importance of protecting the environment through a series of experiments, reports and observations.Boy Scouts10 to 30 scouts 4-5 hours All Parks

Fish and Wildlife Management Learn basic conservation and management practices for Ohio wildlife; threats to wildlife, diversity of species, and habits of wildlife through a series of discussions, reports and activities.Boy Scouts10 to 30 scouts 2-3 hours All ParksHomework is required for this scout program.

ForesterExplore a forested area to learn the importance of trees for humans and animals and ways to help sustain the forest ecosystem.Webelos I, Webelos II10 to 30 scouts 1 hour All Parks

GeologistLearn about fossils, mountain formation and how rocks and minerals are used in everyday life. Nature walk provided to discover local geological features.Webelos I, Webelos II10 to 30 scouts 1 hour and 30 minutes All Parks

In the Park After DarkExplore the sounds and smells of nature after dark. Take advantage of this rare opportunity to visit the park after hours in search of owls, raccoons, insects and other nocturnal animals. Learn about the moon and night sky. Enjoy activities that heighten your senses and fool your brain.Boy Scouts10 to 45 scouts 1 hour Swan Creek PreserveCall 419-407-9700 for scheduled dates. Times limited based upon after-hour park operations.

Boy Scout ProgramsThese programs are designed to aid

completion of scout badge requirements, but are available to any interested

group. Scout programs may include homework or prerequisites.

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Let’s Go OutdoorsExplore the trails on a naturalist led nature walk, do a weather watching activity and create a leaf rubbing craft as part of the Cub Scouts Leave No Trace award.Tiger Cubs10 to 30 scouts 1 hour All Parks

Mammal StudyExplore the world of mammals through animal classification, reports and a service project.Boy Scouts10 to 30 scouts 1 hour All Parks

NaturalistUnderstand your role in nature’s web of life and discover the plants and animals that live locally.Webelos I, Webelos II10 to 30 scouts 1 hour All Parks

NatureDiscover nature and natural systems through discussion, hikes, observation and hands-on learning.Boy Scouts10 to 30 scouts 1 hour All Parks

Sharing Your World with WildlifeLearn about endangered and extinct animals, how to become a wildlife officer and receive instructions for a take home milk jug feeder project.Bear Cubs10 to 30 scouts 1 hour All Parks

Water & Soil ConservationUse a soil probe, conduct soil science experiments and discover why water is an important natural resource. Learn basic concepts of soil and water conservation while completing a clean-up project.Bear Cubs, Boy Scouts10 to 30 scouts 1 hour All Parks

WeatherIdentify and describe cloud formations, prepare for dangerous weather conditions and discuss how weather and climate affect our daily lives.Boy Scouts10 to 30 scouts 1 hour All Parks

Wildlife ConservationLearn about ways animals camouflage themselves for survival, participate in a stewardship clean up activity and make a plaster cast of an animal track.Tiger Cubs, Wolf Cubs, Webelos I and II10 to 30 scouts 1 hour and 30 minutes All Parks

Your Living WorldDiscover ways to lead a more sustainable lifestyle that protects our natural environment and participate in a clean up project.Wolf Cubs10 to 30 scouts 1 hour and 30 minutes All Parks

These programs are designed to aid completion of scout badge requirements,

but are available to any interested group. Scout programs may include

homework or prerequisites.

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Boy Scout Groups that wish to reciprocate

service hours for payment of program fees, please call

419-407-9700 for arrangements.

AnimalsLearn about animals adaptations for survival through games and activities.Brownie Try-Its10 to 30 scouts 1 hour All Parks

Earth & SkyLearn about our planet Earth by exploring the soil beneath your feet and the sky above your head.Brownie Try-Its10 to 30 scouts 1 hour All Parks

Earth ConnectionStudy the forest ecosystem through games and scientific analysis.Juniors10 to 30 scouts 1 hour All Parks

Eco-ExplorerTake a nature walk to discover how plants and animals live together to meet their special needs.Brownie Try-Its10 to 30 scouts 1 hour All Parks

Finding Your WayNever get lost again! Learn how to utilize a map, compass and other natural signs to get you where you need to go.Juniors10 to 30 scouts 1 hour and 30 minutes All Parks

Outdoor CreativityTour a unique garden at Wildwood Preserve and let the many other outdoor surroundings inspire you to create some artwork of your own.Juniors10 to 30 scouts 1 hour Wildwood Preserve

Rocks RockLearn about local rocks and how they are more important than you might think in everyday life.Juniors10 to 30 scouts 1 hour and 30 minutes All Parks

Small CraftLearn the basic skills and knowledge required for flat water paddling. All participants should be proficient swimmers. Canoes and life jackets provided by Metroparks.Juniors10 to 30 scouts 3 hours Blue Creek, Oak Openings Preserve, Providence, Pearson, Farnsworth and Side Cut

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Watching WildlifeHave you ever taken a look at the animals that live in your neighborhood? Take a closer look at animal homes, listen to animal sounds, observe bird behaviors and find out how animals search for food.Brownie Try-Its10 to 30 scouts 1 hour All Parks

Water FunExplore the wonders of water! Learn how to be safe in recreational situations as well as how we can conserve water for plants and animals that live nearby. Juniors10 to 30 scouts 1 hour All Parks

WildlifeTake a closer look at wildlife in Northwest Ohio. Learn to identify animals by their calls, behaviors and physical features. Find out about local endangered species and what is being done to protect them.Juniors10 to 30 scouts 1 hour All Parks

Your Outdoor SurroundingsTake a nature hike and discover ways to protect and enjoy the outdoor environment.Juniors10 to 30 scouts 1 hour All Parks

Programming available for Cadets and Seniors by calling 419-407-9700.

CamPsites Available

Public camping is not offered in the Metroparks but there are two primitive group camping areas in Oak Openings Preserve, used for scout groups: Springbrook and the Parkway. For more information or to reserve a campsite for your scout group call 419-407-9700.

Windows on Wildlife Wildlife feeding stations with indoor viewing areas, called Windows on Wildlife are available in six Metroparks. Stop in to warm up or cool down and enjoy watching a variety of birds and other wildlife visit the feeding stations. Windows on Wildlife are located at Oak Openings Preserve, Pearson, Secor, Side Cut, Swan Creek Preserve and Wildwood Preserve.

Buehner Center for the Oak OpeningsThe Buehner Center is located at Mallard Lake in Oak Openings Preserve. It is a Metropark facility designed to enhance your experience of discovery in the Oak Openings Region with a Window on Wildlife, native plant demonstration garden, and educational exhibits with informational brochures and maps. Open daily, 7 a.m. until dark.

National Center for Nature PhotographyLocated inside Secor Metropark, six miles west of US23/I-475 on Central Avenue, the National Center for Nature Photography is one of a kind. Special exhibits feature the work of some of the nation’s premier nature photographers. To schedule a tour, call 419-407-9700.

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Program Index

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Create Your Own Program 7 * * * * * * * * * * * *

Pick A Pack 7 * * * * * * * * * * * *

Build a Wigwam 8 * * * * *

Down and Dirty 8 * * * * * * * * * * * *

Jump Into Recess 8 * * * * * * * * * * * *

Practice Makes Perfect 8 *

About Face! Forward March! 9 * * * * * * * * * * *

Beams and Bulbs 9 *

Games of Skill and Determination 9 * * * * * * * * * * * *

On the Trails of History 9 *

Lock Walk 10 * *

Manor House 10 *

Oak Grove School 10 *

The Canal Experience 10 *

Mud Pike 11 * * * * * * * * * * * *

Mule Apples and Muskrat Stew 11 * * * * * * * * * * * *

President Washington’s Indian Wars 11 * * * * * * * * * * * *

Richly Dressed and Handsome in Appearance 11 * * * * * * * * * * * *

The Stranahans 11 * * * * * * * * * * * *

Underground Railroad 11 * * * * * * * * * * * *

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Nature Walks: Trails to Discovery 12 * * * * * * * * *

Plants and Their Places 12 * * * * * * * * *

Skins, Skulls and Skills 12 * * * * * * * * * *

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Where Are You? 13 * * * *

Winter Wonders 13 * * * * * * * *

Your Underwater Metroparks 13 * * * * * *

Adopt-An-Acre 15 *

Bird Study 16 * * * * * * * * *

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