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3 About Metroparks4 Summer Camps

6 Open or the Season7 Special Events8 Nature Programs12 Programs or Kids14 Programs or Scouts15 Nature Photography Programs

20 History Programs22 Manor House Programs24 Toledo Botanical Garden Programs24 Lucas Soil & Water Conservation District25 Natures Nursery Programs25 Volunteer Programs

26 Friends and Partners Programs28 Members Programs29 Program Index33 Contacts34 Directory, Park Hours, Accessibility

ReservationsProgram reservations: 419-407-9701Online reservations: MetroparksPrograms.comProgram hotline/Cancellations: 419-407-9771Facility Rentals, page 32Reservation Form, page 35

Volunteer Services 419-407-9703

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PROGRAMS LISTED BY DATE AT METROPARKSPROGRAMS.COM

New Nature PhotographyExhibits, page 15

Special Events, page 7

Plan now or Summer Camp,page 4


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Metroparks o the Toledo Area is aregional system o premier natural,historical and cultural parklands. Apublic agency serving Lucas County,Metroparks maintains parks andconservation areas totaling 11,000acres. The park districts missionis to enhance our quality o lie andinspire preservation eorts in thisand uture generations.

Hours of OperationAll Metroparks open daily, 7 a.m. until

dark. Admission: Free. Other hoursand ees apply to specic attractions.

ProgramsMetroparks programs and activitiesencompass a wide variety o interestsrelated to the park districts purpose.Programs are open to everyone. Chil-dren must be accompanied by adultsunless noted as a drop-o program.

I you have a disablingcondition and would likeinormation and support or

accessibility to programs, services,acilities or applying or a job atMetroparks, call 419-407-9701. ParkPartners volunteers or interpretersare available upon request.

Metroparks o the Toledo Area is

an Equal Opportunity Employer anddoes not discriminate in employ-ment. Programs and services areavailable to any member o thepublic.

Metroparks TrailsTrails in each o the Metroparks oera variety o distances and experienc-es, rom winding dirt paths throughthe woods and prairies, to hard-

surace all-purpose trails suitableor bicycling and skating. OakOpenings Preserve also has horsetrails.

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Memories Are MadeAt Metroparks Camps

All camps are held rain or shine, with plenty o

rainy day options.

Metroparks Explorers (Ages 5 to 6)Spend an exciting week discovering what wildthings live nearby. A week o hands-on activities,songs and outdoor un awaits. Homebase is Wild-wood Preserve with exciting trips planned to OakOpenings and Farnsworth Metroparks to enjoyshing, wildlie watching and hands-on nature

activities. Bring your own lunch and water bottle.Equipment, supplies and eld trip transportationare provided.Wildwood Preserve, Metroparks HallAll sessions Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.Fee: $95 | ReservationsSession 1: August 6-10Session 2: August 13-17

Nature Camp (Ages 7 to 12)An action-packed week o nature discovery andexploration or kids that includes un and educa-tional activities, games and outdoor exploration.Each day eatures a new theme making this a greateducational experience or children who enjoynature, history and the outdoors. Homebase is

Wildwood Preserve with exciting trips planned toOak Openings and Farnsworth Metroparks to en-joy shing, wildlie watching and hands-on natureactivities. Bring your own lunch and water bottle.Equipment, supplies and eld trip transportationare provided.Wildwood Preserve, Metroparks HallAll sessions Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.Fee: $95 | Reservations

Session 1: June 18 - 22Session 2: July 9 - 13Session 3: July 16 - 20Session 4: July 23 - 27RESERvATIOnS: 419-407-9701 OR METROPARKSPROGRAMS.COM

Theres still time to make memories this summer at a

Metroparks camp.


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RESERvATIOnS: 419-407-9701 OR METROPARKSPROGRAMS.COM

One Day Camps

The Art o Nature Camp (Ages 8 to 14)Nature is the greatest artist o all. At this specialcamp, use natural materials and nature asinspiration to create your own works o art. Thiscamp includes a visit to Metroparks National

Center or Nature Photography (NCNP). Bring yourown lunch and water bottle.Secor, Secor RoomFee: $35 each class | ReservationsClay and Natural Fibers

Wednesday, July 11, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.Photography and WatercolorsFriday, July 13, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Ready...Set...Glow Family CampCalling all night owls. The whole amily will enjoythis evening camp. Hike in the twilight to searchor deer, owls, raccoons and refies. Ater anevening on the trails, return to the glow o acampre or storytelling, songs and smores.Children must be 5 years and older. Register allamily members attending.Oak Openings Preserve, Oak Openings Lodge

Friday, July 6, 6 to 10 p.m.Fee: $10 | Reservations

NEW! Oak OpeningsCamps

Camp Blue Jay (Ages 3 to 5)Explore avorite Ohio animals through songs,puppets and games. Enjoy multi-sensory activities,crats and outdoor exploration. Adults will play

alongside their child. Register child only.Oak Openings Preserve, Oak Openings LodgeMonday-Friday, June 18-22, 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Fee: $45 | Reservations

Camp Badger (Ages 7 to 12)This is a week o nature discovery and explorationor kids that includes un and educational activities,games and outdoor exploration. Each day eaturesa new theme making this a great educationalexperience or children who enjoy nature, historyand the outdoors. Homebase is Oak Openings with

exciting trips planned to Farnsworth Metroparkand Blue Creek Conservation Area to enjoy shing,wildlie watching and hands-on nature activities.Bring your own lunch and water bottle. Equipment,supplies and eld trip transportation are provided.Oak Openings Preserve, Oak Openings LodgeMonday-Friday, July 30-August 3, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.


Camp Dune (Ages 12 to 16)Gear up or exciting outdoor adventures andwilderness survival. Teens will encounter theoutdoors through live animal demonstrations,nature photography, geocaching and canoeing.Homebase is Oak Openings with exciting eld tripsplanned to Farnsworth, Blue Creek and WildwoodMetroparks to enjoy shing, boating, wildliewatching, historical tours and hands-on nature

activities. Bring your own lunch and water bottle.Equipment, supplies and eld triptransportation are provided.Oak Openings Preserve, Oak Openings LodgeMonday-Friday, June 25-29, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.


Registration or all camps is now open.

Applications or fnancial assistance are

available or all camps, call 419-407-9701.


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Open for the SeasonSchedule a private tour o a Metroparks attractionor your youth or adult club or a nominal ee. Call419-407-9701, or details and to schedule your

next unique outing.

Wildwood Manor HouseThe stunning Georgian Colonial style mansion atWildwood Preserve, once called Stranleigh, standsas one o Toledos architectural icons. Enjoy reeguided or sel-guided tours every weekend at this32,000 square oot Depression era home andlearn about the regions rich history. Be sure to

plan some extra time to visit the rare Ellen BiddleShipman garden, Frank Stranahan exhibit and theManor House library.Tour Hours: April-October, Thursdays, Fridays

and Sundays, Noon to 6 p.m.

Manor House Closed July 4, 5 and 6 ; August 2and 3 ; September 6 and 7 or Tea At StranleighFree. Group reservations available during the weekor a nominal ee.

See Wildwood Manor House listing or programsand special events.

The Canal ExperienceMake your reservation now. Let the Providencemules pull you back to 1876 aboard the canalboat. This is the only place in Ohio where you canstill pass through an original 19th century lock.Plan time to stop by the 140-year-old Isaac Ludwig

Mill and learn how the power o water is used togrind grain and saw logs.Open May through October

Visit MetroparksToledo.com or hours o

operation.

Prices: Canal boat tickets $6 adults, $5Metropark Members and seniors (60 and over),$4 children (3 to 12); ages two and under Free.Mill tours Free.

Oak Grove SchoolMeet a 19th century schoolmarm and experiencehow much education has changed in the past 100

years. The one-room Oak Grove School, locatedat the East Entrance to Wildwood Preserve, is theperect place to spend time reminiscing. Call orReservations.See History listing or programs.

National Center For NaturePhotography (NCNP)Exhibits rom the nations premier nature photo-

graphers hang alongside images by local talentin the gallery. The National Center or NaturePhotography at Secor Metropark is the only centero its kind in the country.Hours: noon to 5 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays

(and during special events)

Free.See Nature Photography listing or workshops

and special exhibits.

Johlin CabinCalling pioneers o all ages! The Johlin Cabin isopen or the season. See how much home lie haschanged in the Great Black Swamp in the last 145years. Meet the lady o the house dressed in 19thcentury clothing and help with daily chores orjust explore.See History listing or programs or call or

reservations.

Side Cut ExplorerAll aboard! Make reservations or your group tocruise along the banks o the Maumee River anddown the canal towpath in Metroparks open airtrolley. A naturalist will highlight scenery as yourelax in the 12-passenger, wheelchair-accessibletram.

Side Cut, Riverview AreaFee: $75 | Reservations



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Al Wagener

MemorialGol ClassicA Fundraiser or Side Cut Metropark

Saturday, September 88 a.m. shotgun startRiverby Hills Gol Club

Entry Fee :$80For more inormation,

contact Brent Wagener at

[email protected]

Special EventsMetroparks Bicycle TourSpend a beautiul day cycling country roads andbikeways. Choose rom our routes o 15, 31, 62

or 100 miles. Depending on the route, you couldvisit up to our Metroparks, the Wabash-CannonballTrail and the Towpath Trail. Sponsored by MaumeeValley Adventures. All ages are welcome, but youth16 and under must be accompanied by an adult.Helmet required. Registration orms available at theVisitors Center at Wildwood, local bike shops andhitoledo.org.Saturday, July 21, 7 to 10 a.m.

Start: Monclova Elementary SchoolFee: $ 25

2012 Autumn Adventure KickOSee page 18 or details.

Tee It UpCitizens for MetroparksGolf Outing 2012

Monday, September 10, 2012Registration: 11:00 a.m.Tee-Off: 12:00 p.m.Valleywood Golf Club13501 Airport HwySwanton, OhioCost: $75 per playerIncludes round of golf,cart, dinner and prizes

For more Information,(419) 360-2599

Join us in preserving your local parklands byexperiencing 6 Metroparks in one aternoon!Collect your stamps at each stop or a chance to win!(Pick up your Stamp Card the day o the event.)

Saturday, August 11, 2012

Run leaves rom Wildwood Preserve at Noon

Run ends at Pearson Metropark.Must be at Pearson by 4 p.m.

Registration 10 to 11 a.m.$15 driver, $10 passenger/preregistered by August 4th$20 driver, $15 passenger ater preregistration date

Top Prize Winner or Driver, Passenger and Solo50/50 Rae | Live Music | FoodAlcohol Free Event

FOR MORE INFORMATION,CALL: 4193602599

Citizens Campaignor Metroparks


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Side Cut Explorer

All Aboard! Cruise along the banks o the MaumeeRiver and down the canal towpath in Metroparksopen air trolley. A naturalist will highlight thescenery, as you relax in the 12 passenger,wheelchair accessible tram. Every Tuesday, Junethrough October, 10 to 11 a.m. or 11:15 a.m. to12:15 p.m.Tuesday, July 3, July 10, July 17, July 24,

August 7, August 14, August 21, September 4,

September 11, September 18Side Cut, Riverview AreaFee: $3 | Reservations

Side Cut Explorer: Twilight AdventureExperience Metroparks in a whole new light onthis twilight cruise along the banks o the MaumeeRiver. Call owls and look or other nocturnal activ-ity on this extended open air trolley ride. The 12

passenger, wheelchair accessible tram roles downthe old towpath in comort and saety.Side Cut, Riverview AreaFee: $5 (Metroparks Members $4) | Reservations

Tuesday, July 31, 8 to 9:30 p.m. Tuesday, August 28, 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. Tuesday, September 25, 6:30 to 8 p.m.

NaturePrograms

Birders o a FeatherBecome a part o a bird watching fock. First-timers and experienced birders love these monthlyavian explorations. Bring binoculars and eldguides.Fee: $3 | Reservations

FledglingsFirst year blue birds will be fying around themeadow. See how they compare to their mature

counterparts.Saturday, July 14, 8 to 10 a.m.

Swan Creek Preserve, Window on Wildlie Birds of the RapidsThere is no better way to start a summer daythan by observing herons in the rapids.Saturday, August 11, 8 to 10 a.m.

Farnsworth, Roche de Bout parking lot Birds on a WireA walk around the quarry at Blue Creek shouldstir up some swallows. Todays program willvisit Natures Nursery to learn how this grouprehabilitates injured, wild birds.Saturday, September 8, 8 to 10 a.m.

Blue Creek Conservation Area, White Barn onSchadel Road

Settle in or a Twilight Adventure aboard the Side CutExplorer this summer.

The great blue heron is one o the birds o the rapids. Learnabout them all at the August Birds o a Feather.


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Bird StudyI you are interested in birds and want to knowmore about them, Bird Study is or you. Thegroup meets monthly or an in-depth look at birdstructures, behaviors and species. This programis designed as an indoor discussion, sharing andlearning experience and hone your bird identica-

tion skills.Wildwood Preserve, Metroparks HallFee: $3 | Reservations Redeyed, Whiteeyed and Blueheaded

VireosThere are many tropical vireos, but only a ewo these insect-eaters migrate to northwest Ohioto nest. Learn about the sometimes loud, otenmelodic and occasionally harsh shrills o these

ascinating birds.Wednesday, July 18, 7 to 8:30 p.m.Avian ArchitectsBirds are inventive builders. They make theirhomes in tunnel nests, mound nests, foatingnests, hanging nests and even simple scrapes.Todays program explores them all.Wednesday, August 15, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Birds of PreyGrasper eet and shredder beaks identiy thebirds o prey. Todays class discusses what rap-tors were seen this year in Metroparks, and howvolunteer monitors nd and identiy the nests othese magnicent birds.Wednesday, September 19, 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Metroparks SeniorsThis program is accessible to anyone who lovesnature, history and their local parks.Fee: $2 | Reservations Gone Fishin!

Spend a lazy aternoon at the old shing holecasting or bass and sipping lemonade. Me-

troparks will provide all equipment and bait.Wednesday, August 8, 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Oak Openings Preserve,Mallard Lake parking lotA Cabin In The SwampTake an inside look at the historic Johlin Cabin,and an outside look at the restored wetlandat Pearson North. Due to limited space in thecabin, tours will be done in shits. This program

oers abulous bird viewing opportunities in thewetland. Program cancelled i raining.Wednesday, September 12, 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Pearson, Johlin Cabin

Full Moon WalkThe ull, blue moon at Swan Creek sheds all thelight we need on this special, naturalist-led nighthike. Track nocturnal wildlie, call owls and gaze

at a sky ull o stars. No dogs permitted.Friday, August 31, 8:30 to 10 p.m.

Swan Creek, Glendale parking lotFree | Reservations

Metroparks Seniors will visit the Johlin Cabin September 12.


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Metroparks Mutts: HowlnProwlThis is a special night hike or dogs and theirowners to sni out the scents and sounds o thepark in the dark. Dogs must have shots, get alongwith other dogs and be on standard six oot lead.Program cancelled i raining.Sunday, September 23, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Oak Openings Preserve, Mallard Lake parking lotFree | Reservations

Fall Color Walk (Autumn Adventure)Marvel at the diversity o all oliage color on thisaternoon walk. Delve into the reasons leaveschange color and maybe see some animals as well.Saturday, September 29, 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Oak Openings Preserve, Buehner Center Porch

Free | Reservations

CampingOvernight At Oak OpeningsSpend an amazing night in one o the worlds lastgreat places. Bring your own tent, sleeping gearand breakast oods and enjoy a relaxing evening

at a primitive camping area in Oak OpeningsPreserve. A naturalist will be on hand to guide youon a starry night hike through the preserve. Endthe evening with a re and smores. Camp set-upopens at 7 p.m. For reservations call 419-407-9701.Oak Openings PreserveFee: $25 (Up to 6 people) | Reservations Night Insects

Friday, July 20, 7:30 p.m. Owls Of Oak OpeningsFriday, August 17, 7 p.m.


Canal Days River Walk(Autumn Adventure)Take a walk back in time as to explore the chang-ing season and history along the Miami and ErieCanal. Meet at Kimbles Landing or a 2 mile hikeon the Orange Trail or a chance to view a ewresident eagles and ospreys. While enjoying the

antastic all color o leaves and fowers, learnabout the rich history o how the canal helpedmake this area what it is today.Saturday, September 8, 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Providence, Kimbles LandingFree | Reservations

NEW! Amazing Mushrooms:Interpretation, Identifcation and

Field TrainingWood County Park District and Metroparksteam up to oer this our-part workshop on thecommon, but oten underappreciated ungi livingin northwest Ohio. Focus will be on interpreta-tion and identication o some choice species.Locations will be in both park districts but will beannounced based upon best mushrooming or thattime. Call 419-353-1897 or visit www.wcparks.org

or reservations.Wednesday, September 19, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.,

Wednesdays, September 26 and October 3,

5:30 to 7:30 pm. Saturdays, September 29 and

October 6, 9:30 a.m. to noon.

O-SiteFee: $10 ( Metroparks Members $8)Reservations

The great horned owl is one o the creatures you mayencounter at a nighttime program.


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Programs or KidsToddler Trails (Ages 18 months to 3 years)

This outdoor, multi-sensory nature play and explo-

ration program runs the rst Wednesday o each

month. Parents must accompany their child at the

program. Register toddlers only.Wildwood Preserve, Metz Visitor Center

Fee: $3 | Reservations Wednesday, August 1, 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 5, 10 to 11 a.m.Wee Workshop (Ages 3 to 5)

Wee Workshop is a hands-on nature experience

designed to cultivate your childs love or the out-doors and includes a crat, story time and a nature

walk. Register child only. Parents accompany their

child during the program.

Fee: $5 (Metroparks Members $4) | ReservationsBugs!

Learn about the insects that live all around

us and how they can be helpul to plants and

people.Tuesday, July 24, 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Swan Creek Preserve, Yager Center Rivers and RocksBring your water shoes and walk through the

rifes in the Maumee River to discover what

critters live in the water. Please wear close toed

shoes, no fip fops.Tuesday, August 21, 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Farnsworth, Roche de Bout Shelter Seeds a Poppin!Lets take a closer look at the tiny seeds that will

grow into plants and trees someday.Tuesday, September 25, 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Wildwood Preserve, Metroparks Hall

NEW! Stories in the Park (Ages 5 to 8)

Experience your avorite airy tale at this new

usion program. Metroparks is partnering with

the Toledo Lucas County Public Library to bring

un-lled airy tale adventures to northwest Ohio.

A librarian reads a tale or two beore participants

hit the trail to learn the real story out in the park.

Each program includes an activity and crat.

Fee: $5 (Metroparks Members $4) | ReservationsThree Billy Goats Gruff

The goats aced a troll when they wanted to

cross the bridge. Trolls have not been sighted at

the Swan Creek swinging bridge, but it does pro-

vide plenty o evidence o typical Ohio animalsthat visit the river.Saturday, July 28, 10:30 a.m. to Noon

Swan Creek Preserve, Yager Center Goldilocks and the Three BearsGoldilocks was not very respectul o the bears

home. Secor Metropark is home to many

animals (but no bears). Participants at this pro-

gram tour animal homes throughout the park.Saturday, August 11, 10:30 a.m. to Noon

Secor Metropark, Secor Room

Kids are naturally curious about nature, and Metroparkschildrens programs are a way to introduce them to themany wonders to discover.


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Hansel and GretelTrails are important or nding the way home.

Unlike Hansel and Gretel this program does

not use bread crumbs. Learn about landmarks

along the trail to the Stranahan home.Saturday, August 18, 10:30 a.m. to Noon

Wildwood Preserve, Metroparks Hall

Little Red Riding HoodA red hood helped the wol to nd a little girl.

Coats can also help hide people. Deer are very

good at camoufage, we will try to spot some in

the park.Saturday, August 25, 10:30 a.m. to Noon

Side Cut, Maumee Rotary Centennial Pavilion

Curious Critters (Ages 5 to 8)Join Curious Critters author and exhibit photog-

rapher Dave FitzSimmons or a lively interactive

presentation eaturing the amazing critters ea-

tured in his book and exhibit. Dave FitzSimmons

uses puppets and un to encourage participants

to become curious critters themselves. Parents or

guardians are welcome to tour the gallery exhibits,

visit the Window on Wildlie or take a short walkduring the 30 minute presentation. Meet author

Dave FitzSimmons in the gallery at Noon.Saturday, August 4, 11 to 11:30 a.m.

Secor, NCNP

Fee $3.00 | Reservations

Club Camp (Ages 7 to 11)

Nature Camp doesnt have to end just because

summer is over. Every month camp is not in

session in 2012, Metroparks is hosting a special

time or campers to reunite and extend their great

nature experience.Saturday, September 15, 3 to 4:30 p.m.

Swan Creek Preserve, Yager Center


Hooray or Homeschoolers:Curious Critters

Visit the National Center or Nature Photography

or a guided tour by one o our naturalists to view

an exiting photo exhibit by David FitzSimmons,

Curious Critters. Read exerpts rom his book othe same title and discover how he captured these

unusual animal photos. Then go outside to nd

some o these critters in their natural habitats.Thursday, September 6, 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Secor, Secor Room

Fee: $5 (Metroparks Members $4) | Reservations

NEW!Nature Trails By Bike(Ages 1317)

Teens can enjoy Metroparks rom a dierent view

on this 60 to 75 minute naturalists-guided bike

ride along the University/Parks Trail. In addition

to bike saety instructions, teens will make three

stops along the ride or a special nature viewing

and discussion. All participants must wear a hel-

met and bring a bike in good working condition

or the trail.

Wildwood Preserve, Metz Visitors Center

Fee: $3 | ReservationsMonday, July 9, 10 to 11:15 a.m.Monday, July 23, 10 to 11:15 a.m.Monday, August 6, 10 to 11:15 a.m.Monday, August 20, 10 to 11:15 a.m.


Meet the author or a ascinating, interactive experience,August 4 at Secor.


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Programs or Scouts

Calling All Boy Scouts:Environmental ScienceScouts will perorm experiments and activities toearn this Eagle required badge. First Class andabove only. Scouts must attend both programs. Adrop-o program. Dress or the weather.Oak Openings Preserve, Oak Openings LodgeThursday, July 26 and August 2, 4 to 6:30 p.m.

Fee: $8 (Metroparks Members $6)Reservations

Calling All Webelos: ForesterWebelos will learn and earn this activity pin dur-ing a one-hour nature hike. Beore or ater theprogram, save time to visit the Curious Crittersexhibit at the National Center or Nature Photogra-phy. This is a drop-o program that runs rain or

shine. Dress or the weather.Thursday, September 20, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.Secor, National Center or Nature PhotographyFee: $3 | Reservations


Scouts earn credit toward advancement at programs designed specifcally or them.


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NaturePhotographyPrograms


Naturalists Camera Club o Toledo (NCCT)

Metroparks partners with the NCCT to presentphotography programs which include guestspeakers, photo instructions, club inormationand light rereshments. Please visit the NCNP gal-lery exhibits beore or ater the program.Free Nature Photography In Your Beautiful

Metroparks by Bob JacksySunday, July 8, 2 to 4 p.m.

Secor, Secor RoomAnnual PicnicSunday, August 12, 2 to 4 p.m.

Secor, Walnut Grove Shelter How to Prepare Photos for Presentationand Framing by Mary FigginsSunday, September 9, 2 to 4 p.m.

Secor, Secor Room

Current ExhibitsThese current exhibits continue through Sunday,July 29. New Lands, New DiscoveriesA Photographers Guide To Ohio By

Ian AdamsThe Ancient Ohio LandscapeWild Connections Club Member Exhibit

NEW! Gallery ExhibitsBe the frst to see the new exhibits on Satur-

day, August 4. New exhibits continue through

Sunday, October 28, noon to 5 p.m.

Secor, NCNPFreeAmericas Backcountry

Join ne art photographer Steve Perry on ajourney through Americas Backcountryand enjoy spectacular scenery and wildlie.This unique collection o photographs spansthe continent. See more o Steves work atwww.backcountrygallery.com Nature in 3DAn exhibit o 3-D photography by Larry Lowshows how you can view nature in depth.

Plants Preserved and Plants ProtectedEdwin Lincoln Moseley is recognized as one othe leading botanists o the region. His 1928publication o the Flora o the Oak Openingsdocumented the signicance o this rare andendangered habitat in northwest Ohio and setinto motion its protection. Dr. Moseley alsopreserved the regions plants in exquisitely pre-pared herbarium sheets. Metroparks naturalist

Bob Jacksy made digital image les o thesepreserved plants, allowing them to be widelyaccessible or study. This exhibit highlightssome o these images pared with photographso the plants as they still grow in the OakOpenings. To learn more about Edwin LincolnMoseley, attend the September 30 program.See page 16 or more details. Curious Critters by Dave FitzSimmonsIn Curious Critters, Sigma Pro photographerDave FitzSimmons brings sotly lit luminousbackgrounds to animal portraiture, lettingcreatures stand solo. Seen rom eye-level, theseoten-overlooked creaturesrom fies androgs to snakes and squirrelslook captivat-ing, colorul, beautiul, and bizarre.

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Curious Critters Opening Reception andPresentation

Light rereshments will be provided. This eventis ree and open to the public.Friday, August 3, 5 to 6:30 p.m. and Presen-

tation ollows at 6:30 Book Signing and Meet the Artist:Dave FitzSimmonsLight rereshments will be provided. This eventis ree and open to the public.Saturday August 4, Noon to 2 p.m. Curious Critters (Ages 5 to 8)See page 13 or detailsSaturday, August 4, 11 to 11:30 a.m.

Secor, NCNPFee $3 | Reservations

Ancient Ohio Landscape SpeakerPresentation: The Newark Earthworks:A Wonder o the Ancient World ByBradley T. LepperMr. Lepper is the Curator o Archaeology orthe Ohio Historical Society in Columbus, Ohio.The Newark Earthworks are the largest set ogeometric enclosures and mounds in the world.

The work o the Hopewell culture, between 100B.C. and A.D. 400, these geometric earthworkscovered nearly ve square miles, using morethan seven million cubic eet o earth. Why didthe Hopewell build such monumental works?Were they prehistoric orts or ancient Americancathedrals?Saturday July 28, 1 to 2:30 p.m.

Secor, National Center or Nature Photography

Free

The Oak Openings Legacy o ProessorEdwin Lincoln MoseleyEdwin Lincoln Moseleys 1928 paper,Flora o theOak Openings, initiated the ormal study o theascinating Oak Openings fora. Moseleys historicOak Openings herbarium collection has now beendigitally recorded or easy access and preserva-

tion. Join Metropark naturalist Bob Jacksy tolearn about the amazing Edwin Moseley and thecreation o his historic plant records.Sunday, September 30, 2 to 3 p.m.

Secor, NCNPFree

Nature ShootNature shoots are in the eld photo classes led

by the National Center or Nature Photographysdirector, Art Weber. Karner Blues

An exclusive opportunity or learning about andphotographing the ederally endangered Karnerblue butterfy. The class starts at the Toledo Zooto see and photograph the captive breedingresearch project, then venture into the eld tophotograph as Karner blues are released in the

Oak Openings. Macro-photography capabilityrecommended.Thursday, July 12, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

O-SiteFee: $50 | Reservations MidSummer PrairieThe tall-grass prairie is one o the most asci-nating habitats o the Oak Openings Region.You will be introduced to the unique and

beautiul plants and animals o mid-summerprairies. Cameras with close-up capabilityrecommended.Thursday, July 12, 6:30 to 9 p.m.

Oak Openings Preserve, Buehner Center PorchFee: $15 (Metroparks Members $12)Reservations


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HummingbirdsHummingbirds, those colorul fying jewels,are wonderul birds to observe at close range.For this program blinds are erected nearactive eeders to provide opportunities or bothclose-up photos and personal observations.Minimum 200mm lens recommended.

Secor, National Center or Nature PhotographyFee: $25 (Metroparks Members $20)ReservationsThursday, July 19, 10 a.m. to Noon or 4 to

6 p.m.

Thursday, July 26, 4 to 6 p.m. Morning DewEverything rom spider webs to milkweedpods become magical jewel-like objects when

covered in the morning dew. Participants areled into a little known area thats great or spi-der webs and other subjects. Macro/close-upequipment recommended.Thursday, August 23, 7 to 9 a.m.

Blue Creek Conservation Area,Fee: $20 (Metroparks Members $16)Reservations

Macro Photography Workshop With SigmaPro Dave FitzSimmonsPhotograph live animals in a hands-on studiosetting, learning the techniques Sigma Pro DaveFitzSimmons used to create his award-winningchildrens book, Curious Critters. How-toinstruction includes discussions on lighting, posingand processing images. Workshop participants willhave the opportunity to practice these techniques

using live native animal subjects. Fee includesclassroom, photo session, lunch and the chance towin door prizes. Macro loaner lenses available inpopular mounts rom Sigma.Saturday, August 25, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Secor, Secor RoomFee: $95 (Metroparks Members $80)Reservations


Introduction to Taking Great Nature PhotosLearn the basics o photography in our indoor andthree outdoor sessions. Enchance your skills inmaking proper exposures, selecting the right lens,composition and developing your own style. Toregister or any individual session separately,call 419-407-9757. For class details, visitMetroparksToledo.comIndoor Sessions: Mondays, August 27,

September 10, 17 and 24, 7 to 9 p.m.Outdoor Sessions: Thursday, August 30,

September 13 and 20, 9 a.m. or 6 p.m.

Secor, Secor RoomFee: $160 (Metroparks Members $125)Reservations

Dave FitzSimmons will conduct a workshop on macrophotography August 25 - a rare opportunity to learn romthe pro who created Curious Critters.


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2012 Autumn Adventure KickOJump-start your all with a Prairie Trail walkhighlighting colorul fowers and tall grasses.This naturalist-led hike sets the tone or a special,season-long program that promises to get you

connected to your beautiul Metroparks.Sunday, September 7, 2 to 3 p.m.

Wildwood Preserve, Metz Visitor CenterFree | ReservationsCanal Days River WalkSee page 10 or details.Saturday, September 8, 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Providence, Kimbles Landing

Free | Reservations

Autumn Adventure

METROPARKS

Fall Color WalkSee page 10 or details.Saturday, September 29, 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Oak Openings Preserve, Buehner Center PorchFree | Reservations

Audubon Island Canoe PaddleSee page 11 or details.Saturday, September 15, 4 to 6 p.m.

Side Cut, Riverview parking lotFee: $10 (Metroparks Members $8)

Get outdoors this all! Autumn Adventure providesopportunities to experience the best colors the season

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July 8, 1 p.m. 4 p.m.

The Buehner Center at Oak OpeningsAugust 5, 1 p.m. 4 p.m.

For rental inormation please call 4194079710

Youre Invited to Open Houses to tourtwo of Metroparks newlyrenovatedrental facilities:


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July 4th Centennial: Party Like Its 1876

Experience our nations anniversary like neverbeore. Big wheels will be turning at the IsaacLudwig Mill, so stop in to see water power grindthe nest four in the county. Mingle with historiccratsmen, make your own crat and play games othe past. Board the canal boat to foat back to the1870s, and experience lie along the Miami andErie Canal. The boat departs the dock every hourbetween noon and 4 p.m. Tickets can be purchased

or the boat at a nominal ee (or ticket prices, seepage 6.).Wednesday, July 4, Noon to 4 p.m.

Providence, Kimbles LandingFree

Vintage Base BallNo glove? No problem. Come see how baseball wasmeant to be played when the Sylvania Great Black

Swamp Frogs take on their opponents in an 1860sbase ball match.Wednesday, July 4, 1 to 2:30 p.m

Wildwood Preserve, Playground AreaFree

Johlin Black Swamp Cabin: Open HouseCalling pioneers o all ages: the Johlin BlackSwamp Cabin is open to enjoy. See how much

home lie has changed in the last 145 years. Meetthe lady o the house dressed in period clothing,lend a hand with the daily chores or just explore.Pearson, Johlin CabinFree | ReservationsSaturday, July 14, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.Saturday, August 4, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.Saturday, August 25, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.Saturday, September 29, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Lathrop House Open HouseThe historic Lathrop House, once a stop on theUnderground Railroad, has undergone quite a

transormation this year. Stop by this ree openhouse to see the restored basement where run-away slaves were once sheltered.Saturday, September 22, 2 to 4 p.m.

Lathrop House, Harroun ParkFree

Mill Fest: Kernal o TruthGet Shucked! Corn shaped us all. Want to know

how? Come to Providence Metropark and see thepower o corn in action through historic baking,crats and demonstrations. Try your hand atcorn shucking and then see how our ancestorsharnessed the power o the mighty Maumee andput the river to work grinding our corn. Purchasesome reshly ground corn meal rom the GeneralStore and test your new knowledge in your ownkitchen.

Saturday, August 11, Noon to 4 p.m.Providence, Isaac Ludwig MillFree

HistoryPrograms

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Turkey Foot Rock Is Upside DownDid you know that Turkey Foot Rock is upsidedown? Join the Fallen Timbers Battleeld Com-mission in this interactive educational programto discuss the un acts and legends o Fallen Tim-bers and Fort Miamis. Ater the program, be sureto visit the Fallen Timbers Monument in honor o

the eve o the battles anniversary.Sunday, August 19, 3 to 5 p.m.

Side Cut, Lamb CenterFree | Reservations

Canal DaysCelebrate our regions past by spending a dayin the 1800s. Cratspeople and games will beon hand or the whole amily to enjoy. The

Providence mules will pull you back to the 1870s,aboard an operating canal boat, and the IsaacLudwig mill will be in ull motion grinding grainand sawing logs using nothing but the power owater. Also take part in the Canal Days River Walk,or more details see page 10. Fees apply to ridethe canal boat.Saturday, September 8, and Sunday, September

9, Noon to 4 p.m.

Providence, Historic Area parking lotFree

Preschool Pioneers: Tag Youre It!

(Ages 35)Come to the little cabin in the big swamp to expe-rience what play was like 145 years ago. Childrenwill hear a story about toys and games rom thenand now, try-out some historic toys and makea pinwheel to take home. Register child only.Parents accompany child during program.Friday, September 14, 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Pearson, Johlin Cabin

Fee: $5 (Metroparks Members $4)Reservations

Oak Grove School Open HouseAutumn in the country saw students home helpingto harvest crops on the amily arm. Still, childreno the 1800s had to nd time or their studies.Wander through Metroparks one-room schooland experience education when all eight grades

were in a single building. An authentic schoolmarm guides your trip back in time.Saturday, September 22, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Wildwood Preserve, Oak Grove SchoolFree


Learn the acts and legends about historical TurkeyootRock August 19.

Preschool Pioneers will visit a real pioneer cabinSeptember 14.


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Stranleigh and Me (79 years old):

Ever dreamed o living in a mansion? One localamily actually did! Come to Stranleigh Manor, theormer Stranahan Estate at Wildwood Metroparkto experience the good lie.Wildwood Preserve, Manor HouseFee: $5 (Metroparks Members $4) | ReservationsVictory Home

Help Bring Them Back to You!...Make Yoursa Victory Home! was a slogan rom WWII

that even a wealthy amily like the Stranahanscould not ignore. Come to Stranleigh Manorand discover what was important to the battleon the home ront, hear a WWII story and plantsomething special that will bring victory home.Sunday, July 22, Noon to 1:30 p.m.The Scoop at GrandmasOn a hot summers day, crank down the heatand make a cold batch o vanilla ice cream.

Ater enjoying their grandparents home as aprivate playground, the Stranahan kids wouldraid the ice cream reezer and enjoy theiravorite sweet treat. Come to Stranleigh Manorand explore the grandkids domain, then makeand eat this summer delight.Sunday, August 19, Noon to 1:30 p.m.A Spark of a Good IdeaSometimes it takes something very small to

build something very big! The little idea thatbuilt Stranleigh was the spark plug. Come toStranleigh Manor to discover what a spark plugis, how it could build a 30,000 square oothouse on 790 acres, and race your way to thenish ater making your own board game.Sunday, September 16, Noon to 1:30 p.m.


Women in HistoryMembers o the AAUW (American Association oUniversity Women), by character portrayal bringto lie women past and present who have made asignicant dierence in the lives o all women andmen.Wildwood Preserve, Manor HouseFee: $5 (Metroparks Members $4) | Reservations Thursday, July 12, 7 to 8:30 p.m.Sunday, August 26, 3:30 to 5 p.m.The Poetry O Nature

Bring your lunch and lawn chair or blanket to re-lax and listen to poems written by local poet Caro-lyn Lucas as well as poems by Mary Oliver, PabloNeruda and William Staord. A juried open micwill ollow. I you would like to read, email threepoems to [email protected] July 18 to be selected.Wildwood Preserve, GazeboFriday, July 20, Noon to 2 p.m.

Free

Manor HousePrograms

When it was the home o the Stranahan amily, theWildwood Manor House was known as Stranleigh Manor.


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Noon TunesSurround yoursel with the beauty o nature andthe joy o amily and riends at an outdoor concert.Bring a picnic lunch and lawn chair to the Gazeboin ront o the Manor House or some specialentertainment. Free program, sponsored by theManor House Volunteers.

Wildwood Preserve, Manor House lawnFree

Wilson Lake and the Rock Bass Friday, July 13, Noon to 1 p.m.Toledo School for the Arts String Quartet Friday, July 27, Noon to 1 p.m.Jeff Tucker Friday, August 10, Noon to 1 p.m.

Estate TourOne o Toledos great estates returns to lie inthis leisurely walking tour o select buildings atWildwood Preserve. Historical photos and storiesrom recent oral histories transport you back toToledos golden years. Discover how preservationeorts lasting over 70 years have maintained thetimeless beauty o the property that complementsthe Manor House.

Thursday, August 2, 2 to 3 p.m.Wildwood Preserve, Manor HouseFree | Reservations

Tea at StranleighWhat better way to celebrate summer than bysipping our specially made tea and sampling deli-cious sandwiches and desserts while overlookingthe Shipman Garden in ull bloom. Settings includetea, two sandwiches, two dessert and musicalentertainment in the beautiul setting o Stranleigh

Manor. Reservations welcome but not required.For limited reservations, call 419-344-4765.Sponsored and presented by the Manor HouseVolunteers.Wildwood Preserve, Manor HouseFee: $9 Summer Beach Tea

Friday, August 3, Noon to 2:30 p.m.An I Love Lucy Tea at StranleighFriday, September 7, Noon to 2:30 p.m.

Collectibles: A Hedgehog HavenCome to the historic Stranleigh Manor or thisspecial program sponsored by the Manor HouseVolunteers. When its happy and sae, its sot &small; when rightened, it turns into a prickly ball.This month, Connie Winslow presents A Hedge-hog Haven. Coee and muns served at 9:30

a.m. Program begins at 10 a.m.Tuesday, September 25, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Wildwood Preserve, Manor HouseFree

Enjoy a midday break with music on the Manor House lawn during Noon Tunes.


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Toledo Botanical Garden is open daily. Admission

is ree. The garden is operated by a non-protorganization and hosts a variety o educationalprograms and special events. Open year-roundduring daylight hours. For more inormation, visitToledoGarden.org

Jazz In The GardenEnjoy our regions hottest jass artists in the coolshade Thursday nights at TBG. Pack a picnic or

purchase dinner at the concert, bring a oldingchair or blacket and kick back to enjoy a relaxingoutdoor concert. Presented by Yark BMW andBuckeye CableSystem.Thursday, July 5 - Thursday, September 6,

6 :30 p.m.Fee: Adults $8 ; Student/Senior 60+ $7;Children 12 and under FreeTBG/Metroparks Members $6

A Night O Shakespearean One ActsComedy! Tragedy! Drama! Come out to see localdrama departments and clubs perorm highlightsrom all o your avorite Shakespeare plays. Pack apicnic and bring a blanket or olding chair.Friday, July 13, 7 to 8:30 p.m.Free

Arts In The GardenPurchase arts and crats rom local artist, enjoy liveentertainment, children activities and more.Sunday, August 5, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.Free

Peter Navarre Day2012 marks the 200th anniversary o the War o1812. Celebrate Peter Navarre, local patriot andwar hero at the historic Peter Navarre Cabin andGarden. Enjoy pioneer games, rereshments andmore.Sunday, September 9, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.,

ceremony at NoonFree

The Lucas Soil and Water Conservation District,a Metroparks partner, provides many educa-tional programs in the realm o natural resourceconservation, awareness and appreciation. Pleasecall Jamie Kochensparger, education specialist at419-893-1966 or urther inormation.

Celebrate Peter Navarre Day at the Navarre CabinSeptember 19.

TBGPrograms

RESERvATIOnS fOR TBG PROGRAMS: 419-536-5566 OR TOLEDOGARDEn.ORG


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Volunteer Naturalist Training

Nature interpretation, seasonal plant and animalcycles, and northwest Ohio natural history isthe ocus o this monthly, outdoor eld study atvarious Metroparks locations. Recommended orMetroparks walk leaders, Ohio Certied VolunteerNaturalists, and Volunteer Trail Patrol.Free | ReservationsFriday, July 20, 1 to 3:30 p.m. Pearson, Packer-Hammersmith CenterSaturday, July 21, 1 to 3:30 p.m. Pearson, Packer-Hammersmith CenterFriday, August 17, 1 to 3:30 p.m.

Wildwood, Metz Visitor CenterSaturday, August 18, 1 to 3:30 p.m. Wildwood, Metz Visitor CenterFriday, September 21, 1 to 3:30 p.m. Secor, NCNP Parking LotSaturday, September 22, 1 to 3:30 p.m. Secor, NCNP Parking Lot

Ohio Certifed Volunteer NaturalistThe OCVN program is a research-based programthat emphasizes hands-on natural resource educa-tion coupled with community based volunteerservice. Program includes 42 hours o proessionalinstruction by Ohio State University aculty, OhioDepartment o Natural Resources proessionals,Extension Specialists, Metroparks naturalists and

volunteers in such concepts as Ohio orest history,birds, mammals, native plants, herpetology, geol-ogy, stewardship and more. Classes will be heldin Metroparks with trips to Oak Openings, MageeMarch, Blue Creek and other signicant naturalareas. Course ee includes all course materials. Forinormation call Kim High at 419-407-9706.Metroparks o the Toledo Area,Various MetroparksFee: $225Tuesdays, 6 to 9 p.m.August 21, August 25, September 4,

September 11, September 18, September 25

VolunteerPrograms

NaturesNursery

Natures Nursery is a non-prot wildlie rehabili-

tation and conservation education organizationlocated at the Blue Creek Conservation Area, aMetroparks property in Whitehouse. Found aninjured animal? Call 419-877-0060. For non-emergency inormation and a list o outreachprograms, visit www.natures-nursery.org.

Blue Creek Open HouseA great opportunity to get to know Natures Nursery

and Blue Creek. Live animals and a native seed bankare just a few of the unique aspects of Blue Creek

Conservation Area. Meet our partner agencies:Natures Nursery and Lucas Soil & Water Conserva-tion District.Blue Creek Conservation Area, White Barn onSchadel Road

Free|Reservations Nature WalksJoin Metroparks naturalist for a special walk inconjunction with the Blue Creek Open House.

Sunday, July 8, 2 to 3 p.m.

Sunday, August 12, 2 to 3 p.m.

Sunday, September 9, 2 to 3 p.m.


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Sewing CircleHave a knack or a needle and thread? Lend ahelping hand mending historic clothing.Sunday, September 23, 1 to 4 p.m.Pearson, Johlin CabinFree | Reservations

Save The Date:Make A Dierence DayMake A Dierence! Take action on thisnational day o volunteerism by lending ahand at your Metroparks. Projects will beavailable at various Metroparks.Saturday, October 27, 9 to NoonVarious Metroparks

Free

I you would like to get involved beore ourannual Make A Dierence Day please checkout MetroparksToledo.com or upcoming vol-unteer opportunities and explore all the greatprograms and positions within Metroparks.From pouring tea at the Manor House, toplanting trees in the parks, Metroparksvolunteers do it all!

Friends and PartnersPrograms

Friends o Lathrop HouseFor years, Lucian Lathrop opened his doors toshelter runaway slaves escaping on the Un-derground Railroad. Join the Friends or theirbi-monthly meeting, and get involved in therestoration process o the Lathrop House.Wildwood Preserve, Manor HouseFree Tuesday, July 3, 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, September 4, 7 to 9 p.m.

Friends o Side CutEveryone is welcome to join the Friends groupor its meetings and activities. Garden Tour Fundraiser

Visit two gorgeous gardens in Waterville and

prepare to be wowed. RSVP to 419-897-8663.Side Cut, Silver Lake parking lotSaturday, July 14, 9 to 11 a.m.

Fee: $10 Cement Leaf Birdbath and Leaf NecklaceBack by popular demand create a cementlea birdbath and make a lea necklace outo the same materials. Meet at Side Cuts main-tenance building. Fee includes materials or

both crats. RSVP to 419-897-8663.Saturday, August 11, 9 to 11 a.m.

Fee: $20 Straw Bale HousePresentation on a real home being built ostraw by the Franciscan Earth Literacy Centero Tin, Ohio. Should be a ascinatingprogram on green building techniques. RSVPto 419-897-8663.

Side Cut, Lamb CenterTuesday, September 18, 7 to 9 p.m.

Free


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Friends o Pearson: Ice Cream SocialIts a celebration o summer. Bring your riendsand amily to enjoy crats, walking tours, games,ace painting and entertainment. Hal price pedalboat rentals. Ice cream and cake available ora nominal charge. Cosponsored with Friends oPearson. Rain date July 19.

Wednesday, July 18, 6 to 8 p.m.Pearson, Macomber LodgeFree

Friends o PearsonFriends o Pearson is looking or ellow anso Pearson to help plan events and volunteeractivities to support the popular OregonMetropark.

Pearson, Macomber LodgeFreeMeeting dates: Wednesday, August 8, 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, September 12, 7 to 9 p.m.Fallen Timbers Battlefeld PreservationCommissionFor 200 years the Fallen Timbers Battleeld laid

hidden in plain site. Now that weve ound it, whatdo we do with it? Let your voice be heard as thisvolunteer group works with Metroparks to shapethe battleelds ate or the next 100 years. Formore inormation email President Dave Westrickat [email protected] Cut, Lamb CenterFreeMeeting dates:

Tuesday, August 7, 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, September 4, 7 to 9 p.m.

Volunteers In ParksThe VIPs do many things to support Metroparks.Everyone is welcome to VIP meetings andactivities. I youre interested in getting involved,contact the VIPs at [email protected]. Pancake Breakfast

Circle Saturday, September 15, on the calendar

and join your neighbors in the reshness andcolor o all. Come to Wildwood, MetroparksHall, or coee, hot chocolate, orange juice,sausage, and all the delicious pancakes youcare to eat. Rain or shine; indoor seatingavailable. Sponsored by Volunteers in Parks.Proceeds rom past breakasts provided undsor ranger patrol bikes, heart debrillators inthe ranger cars, handicap accessible picnic

tables and more.Saturday, September 15, 8 to 11 a.m.

Wildwood Preserve, Metroparks HallFee: $4.95 adults, children under 12 are $2.50(children under 3 are ree)

TAARS: Toledo Area Aboriginal ResearchSocietyThe answers to histories great mysteries lay bur-

ied under our eet. Join TAARS or their monthlymeeting to discuss topics related to the eld oarcheology.

The Challenge of Preservation of the

Johnsons Island Civil War Prison Site

Thursday, September 20, 7 to 9 p.m.

Wildwood Preserve, Manor HouseFree


METROPARKS PROGRAMS

ARE SuPPORTED BY vOLunTEERS.

InTERESTED In hELPInG?

CALL 419-407-9703.


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Canal Days

Members come celebrate our regions past byspending a day in the 1800s. Cratspeople andgames will be on hand or the whole amily toenjoy. The Providence mules will pull you backto the 1870s aboard an operating canal boatand the Isaac Ludwig mill will be in ull motiongrinding grain and sawing logs using nothingbut the power o water. Free canal boat rides orMetroparks Members.

Saturday, September 8, Noon to 4 p.m.Sunday, September 9, Noon to 4 p.m.

Providence, Historic Area parking lot


MembersPrograms

M

Join Today!

By becoming a member,you place yoursel in the

felds and orests protectingwildlie, help restore natural

areas, assist naturalists inclassrooms and workshops to

educate children and teachers.Member dollars make

a dierence.

As a Metroparks member, youwill receive two issues a yearo Metroparks Magazine andthe Program Guide mailed toyour home, plus discounts on

many acility and programreservation ees.

Become a member.

Call 419-407-9723

Get Connected!Get Connected!

Prairie Breakast And AutumnAdventure WalkEnjoy a continental breakast surrounded bythe inspiring exhibits at the National Center orNature Photography. Linger in the gallery to

watch the video Americas Lost Landscape: theTall Grass Prairie and then join Metroparks staon a walk through Secor Metroparks own prairielands. Breakast, video and exhibit viewing willbegin at 9 a.m. with the Members-only AutumnAdventure walk starting at 10 a.m.Friday, August 24, 9 to 11 a.m.

Secor, Secor RoomFree or Metroparks Members


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Program IndexDATE TITLE PAGE NO.

July 3 Friends o Lathrop House 26Side Cut Explorer 8

July 4 July 4th Centennial: Party Like Its 1876 20Vintage Base Ball 20Manor House Closed 6

July 5 Manor House Closed 6TBG: Jazz In The Garden 24

July 6 Ready Set Glow - Family Camp 5Manor House Closed 6

July 8 Blue Creek Open House 25

July 9 Nature Camp: Session 2 (Ages 7 to 12) 4Nature Trails by Bike 13

July 10 Side Cut Explorer 8

July 11 The Art o Nature Camp: Clay and Natural Fibers (Ages 8 to 14) 5July 12 Nature Shoot: Karner Blues! 16

Nature Shoot: Mid-Summer Prairie 16Women in History 22TBG: Jazz In The Garden 24

July 13 Noon Tunes 23The Art o Nature Camp: Photography and Watercolors (Ages 8 to 14) 5TBG: A Night O Shakespearean One Acts 24

July 14 Birders o a Feather: Fledglings 8Friends o Side Cut: Garden Tour Fundraiser 26

Johlin Black Swamp Cabin: Open House 20July 16 Nature Camp: Session 3 (Ages 7 to 12) 4

July 17 Side Cut Explorer 8

July 18 Bird Study: Red-eyed, White-eyed and Blue-headed Vireos 9Friends o Pearson: Ice Cream Social 27

July 19 Nature Shoot: Hummingbirds 17TBG: Jazz In The Garden 24

July 20 Overnight At Oak Openings: Night Insects 10The Poetry o Nature 22Volunteer Naturalist Training 25

July 21 Audubon Island Canoe Paddle 11Metroparks Bicycle Tour 7Volunteer Naturalist Training 25

July 22 Stranleigh and Me (7-9 years old): Victory Home 22Introduction To Canoeing At Silver Lake 11

July 23 Nature Camp: Session 4 (Ages 7 to 12) 4Nature Trails by Bike 13

July 24 Side Cut Explorer 8Wee Workshop: Bugs! (Ages 3 to 5) 12

July 26 Calling All Boy Scouts: Environmental Science 14Nature Shoot: Hummingbirds 17

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July 28 Stories in the Park: Three Billy Goats Gru (Ages 5-8) 12Ancient Ohio Landscape Speaker Presentation: The Newark Earthworks 16

July 30 Camp Badger (Ages 7-12) 5

July 31 Side Cut Explorer: Twilight Adventure 8

August 1 Toddler Trails (Ages 18 months to 3 years) 12

August 2 Estate Tour 23Calling All Boy Scouts: Environmental Science 14TBG: Jazz In The Garden 24

August 3 Tea at Stranleigh: Summer Tea 23Curious Critters Opening Reception/Presentation 16

August 4 Johlin Black Swamp Cabin: Open House 20National Center or Nature Photography: New Exhibits Openings 15Curious Critters (Ages 5 to 8) 13Book Signing & Meet The Artist: Dave FitzSimmons 16

August 5 TBG: Arts In The Garden 24

August 6 Metroparks Explorers Camp (Ages 5 to 6): Session 1 4Nature Trails by Bike 13

August 7 Fallen Timbers Battleeld Preservation Commission 27

Side Cut Explorer 8August 8 Friends o Pearson 27Metroparks Seniors: Gone Fishin! 9

August 9 TBG: Jazz In The Garden 24

August 10 Noon Tunes 23

August 11 Birders o a Feather: Birds o the Rapids 8Friends o Side Cut: Cement Lea Birdbath and Lea Necklace 26Mill Fest: Kernal o Truth 20Stories in the Park (Ages 5-8): Goldilocks and the Three Bears 12

August 12 Blue Creek Open House 25TBG: Jazz In The Garden 24

August 13 Metroparks Explorers Camp: Session 2 (Ages 5 to 6) 4

August 14 Side Cut Explorer 8

August 15 Bird Study: Avian Architects 9NCCT: Annual Picnic 15


August 17 Overnight At Oak Openings: Owls o Oak Openings 10Volunteer Naturalist Training 25

August 18 Maumee River Canoe Paddle 11Stories in the Park: Hansel and Gretel (Ages 5-8) 13Volunteer Naturalist Training 25

August 19 Stranleigh and Me (7-9 years old): The Scoop at Grandmas 22Turkey Foot Rock is Upside Down 21

August 20 Nature Trails by Bike (Ages 13-17) 13

August 21 Side Cut Explorer 8Wee Workshop: Rivers and (Ages 3 to 5) 12Ohio Certied Volunteer Naturalist 25

August 23 Nature Shoot: Morning Dew 17TBG: Jazz In The Garden 24

August 24 Members Prairie Breakast & Autumn Adventure Walk 28

August 25 Johlin Black Swamp Cabin: Open House 20

Macro Photography Workshop: with Sigma Pro Dave FitzSimmons 17Stories in the Park: Little Red Riding Hood (Ages 5-8) 13Ohio Certied Volunteer Naturalist 25



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August 26 Women in History 22

August 27 Introduction to Taking Great Nature Photos 17

August 28 Side Cut Explorer: Twilight Adventure 8


August 31 Full Moon Walk 9

September 2 2012 Autumn Adventure Kick-O 18

September 4 Fallen Timbers Battleeld Preservation Commission 27Friends o Lathrop House 26

Ohio Certied Volunteer Naturalist 25Side Cut Explorer 8

September 5 Toddler Trails (Ages 18 months to 3 years) 12

September 6 Hooray or Homeschoolers: Curious Critters 13TBG: Jazz In The Garden 24

September 7 Tea at Stranleigh: An I Love Lucy Tea at Stranleigh 23

September 8 Birders o a Feather: Birds on a Wire 8Canal Days 21Canal Days River Walk: (Autumn Adventure) 10Al Wagener Memorial Gol Classic 7

Members Ride Free @ Canal Days 28September 9 Blue Creek Open House 25

Canal Days 21NCCT: How To Prepare Photos For Presentation 15TBG: Peter Navarre Day 24Members Ride Free @ Canal Days 28

September 11 Ohio Certied Volunteer Naturalist 25Side Cut Explorer 8

September 12 Friends o Pearson 27Metroparks Seniors: A Cabin In The Swamp 9

September 14 Preschool Pioneers (Ages 3-5): Tag Youre It! 21

September 15 Audubon Island Canoe Paddle: (Autumn Adventure) 11Club Camp 13Volunteers In Parks: Pancake Breakast 27

September 16 Introduction To Canoeing at Silver Lake 11Stranleigh and Me (7-9 years old): A Spark o a Good Idea 22

September 18 Friends o Side Cut: Straw Bale House 26Side Cut Explorer 8Ohio Certied Volunteer Naturalist 25

September 19 Amazing Mushrooms: Interpretation Identication and Field Training 10Bird Study: Birds o Prey 9

September 20 Calling All Webelos: Forester 14TAARS: Toledo Area Aboriginal Research Society 27

September 21 Volunteer Naturalist Training 25

September 22 Lathrop Open House 20Oak Grove School Open House 21Volunteer Naturalist Training 25

September 23 Metropark Mutts: Howl-n-Prowl 10Sewing Circle 26

September 25 Collectibles: A Hedgehog Haven 23Side Cut Explorer: Twilight Adventure 8Wee Workshop: Seeds a Poppin! (Ages 3 to 5) 12Ohio Certied Volunteer Naturalist 25

September 29 Fall Color Walk: (Autumn Adventure) 10Johlin Black Swamp Cabin: Open House 20


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Facility RentalsWhether youre planning a board meeting or a baby shower, a team banquet or a amilyreunion, Metroparks oers a variety o meeting rooms and open shelters to suit your needs.

Metroparks members receive a discount on the cost o all acility rentals.

Outdoor WeddingsWeddings are welcome in Metroparks public areas by reservation.

For reservations, availability and complete terms and regulations, call the Metroparks reservations number:419-407-9710 or visit MetroparksToledo.com. Online reservations are available or most acilities.

Manor HouseReserve the Wildwood Manor House or your wedding or other special occasion. The Manor House hasseveral unique wedding packages to choose rom. Call 419-407-9784 or details.

Buehner Center, Oak Openings

Lamb Center, Side Cut Farmhouse, Wildwood Preserve


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Board o Park CommissionersScott J. Savage, presidentLera Doneghy, Fritz Byers, vice-presidents

Metroparks LeadershipStephen W. Madewell, executive directorDenise Johnson, visitor services

Cathy Marinelli, human resources andvolunteer servicesCarla Westbrook, nance/treasurerDave Zenk, superintendent o parks

Program Guide Sta:Public Relations Director, Scott CarpenterEditor, Dawn DickersonWriter, Patrick JohnstonArt direction by Jesse MirelesProduction by Valerie JuhaszGraphic design by Tamie SpearsPhotography by Mary Penche, Art Weber,Bob Jacksy and Tom Sheehan

How To Get The Guide

Metroparks publishes this quarterly Program Guide which is distributed directly by mail tomembers and requent users, and by request. Programs and news are also sent by email.Sign up here. Its ree.

Name: Your age:

Street address:

City/State/Zip:

Email address:

Phone Number (optional):

Please:Put me on your Program Guide mailing list.Contact me about Volunteer opportunities.

Add me to your This Week At Metroparks email list (sent weekly)

I am interested in more inormation about the ollowing park or topic:

Return to: Customer Service, Logistics Coordinator Or email: [email protected] W. Central Ave.Toledo, OH 43615

Board meetings are typically held the third Wednesday o the month and are open to the

public. See the Newsroom section o MetroparksToledo.com or location and agenda.


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Metroparks o the Toledo AreaHeadquartersAdministrative Oce Hours: Monday-Friday

9 a.m. to 3 p.m.Visitors Center Hours: Monday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.,Tuesday through Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday9 a.m. to 1 p.m.5100 W. Central Avenue, Toledo, Ohio 43615

Headquarters:4194079700

Program Reservations:419-407-9701

Facility & Wedding Reservations:

419-407-9710Manor House & Wildwood Wedding Reservations:419-407-9784

Althletic, large group and special event permits: 419-407-9769

Online Program and FacilityReservations:MetroparksToledo.com

Special group and educational programs can be

arranged by calling:Program reservations: 419-407-9701Nature Photography Center: 419-407-9757Canal Experience: 419-407-9741

Your Metroparks:Wildwood Preserve and Administrative Oces5100 West Central AvenueToledo, Ohio 43615

Blue Creek Conservation AreaSt. Rt. 64 at Shadel Road

Whitehouse, Ohio 43571

Farnsworth and Bend View Metroparks8505 S. River RoadWaterville, Ohio 43566

Oak Openings Preserve4139 Girdham RoadSwanton, Ohio 43558

Pearson Metropark4600 Starr Avenue, Lallendor Road at SR2

Oregon, Ohio 43616

Providence Metropark13827 U.S. 24 WestGrand Rapids, Ohio 43522

Secor Metropark10001 West Central AvenueBerkey, Ohio 43504

Side Cut Metropark1025 W. River RoadMaumee, Ohio 43537

Swan Creek Preserve Metropark4659 Airport HighwayToledo, Ohio 43615

Toledo Botanical Garden (aliate)5403 Elmer DriveToledo, Ohio 43615

Greenways:University/Parks TrailWabash Cannonball TrailTowpath Trail

Windows On Wildlie:Oak Openings Preserve, Pearson, Secor, Side Cut,Wildwood Preserve, Swan Creek Preserve

Attractions:The Canal Experience at Providence

Johlin Cabin, PearsonLathrop House, SylvaniaNational Center or Nature Photography at SecorOak Grove School at Wildwood PreservePearson Pedal BoatsWildwood Manor House

Retail:General Store, Providence

Rental Facilities:Picnic shelters and indoor acilitiesavailable by reservation, 419-407-9710

Volunteer Services:419-407-9703

Please consider Metroparks in your plannedgiving arrangements.

Visit MetroparksToledo.com for hours,prices, maps, directions, and to makeprogram and facility reservations.

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* Reservations are made in the order they are received;

some programs have limited openings.

Ways To Sign Up For ProgramsMany programs require no advance reservations. For those programs

where reservations are needed, there are fve ways to sign up.Online: Register and pay by credit card online at MetroparksToledo.com

By Phone: Call 419-407-9701.

In Person: Come to the Metz Visitors Center at Wildwood Preserve, 5100 W. Central Avenue,Monday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Tuesday through Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

By Mail: Use orm below.

By Fax: 419-407-9785

PROGRAM RESERVATION FORMName

Group Name # Attending

Mailing Address

Phone Number

Email address (to be added to our email list)

Metroparks Membership: Family $40 Individual $30 Full-Time/Senior (60+)

MetroBarks Family $45 MetroBarks Individual $35

Program Date Age o attendee Cost (i any)

Total amount enclosed

Please add me to the Program Guide mailing list.Contact me about Volunteer opportunities.Add me to your This Week At Metroparks email list (sent weekly).I am interested in more inormation about the ollowing topic or park:

Mail to: Metroparks Metz Visitors Center, 5100 W. Central Ave., Toledo, OH 43615

(10% o any category)


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