Nature Education
The Hamilton County Park District Naturalist Department offers many nature-related programs that cover a broad spectrum of topics, from local wildlife to historical perspectives of Southwest Ohio’s pioneer settlers.

To find out more information please refer to Evergreen, the Park District’s quarterly newsmagazine available at all Visitor Centers. Teachers, scout leaders and other groups may schedule private programs by calling (513) 521-PARK.

Programs are also included on our event calendar including the opportunity for online registration.

University of the Great Outdoors
The University of the Great Outdoors (UGO), stationed at Adventure Outpost in Winton Woods,  encourages outdoor recreation, good health and nature appreciation in the great outdoors. Throughout the year, UGO programs are offered at various parks with an emphasis on adventure, wilderness skills and exercise. Each season offers opportunities to get outside and challenge yourself with fun, educational programs.  

Glenwood Gardens
Teachers, call us for information regarding field trips for your pre-school through second grade classes. We offer many programs and workshops for adults as well, with topics ranging from gardening to all aspects of natural history. Consider scheduling a garden tour for your adult group, we can offer walking tours of the beautiful grounds of Glenwood Gardens or a specialized tour of the Highfield Discovery Garden. Call now for information (513) 771-8733.

Community Out Reach Naturalist
The Community Out Reach Naturalist brings fun and exciting nature programs directly into classrooms, senior centers and social service agencies within the City of Cincinnati, free of charge.

Star Reach
Fifth grade students step inside an indoor, inflatable planetarium. A specially designed projector casts images of the stars and constellations onto the inside of the planetarium, surrounding the students with a panoramic view of the night sky. The program can be presented at Winton Woods or taken on the road.

In Reach
In Reach invites each fourth grade class in Hamilton County to spend a day at Parky’s Farm. Teachers can select from a variety of lesson plans such as tracing the progress of a garden from the seed to harvest.

In Reach is offered free of charge. In addition, free bus transportation is provided to those schools that may not otherwise be able to travel to a park. In Reach programs are also provided to senior, youth and community groups as well as social service agencies.