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Discover a rich calendar of outdoor experiences at Great Parks. From guided hikes, wildlife encounters and exhilarating adventures to hands-on classes, garden clubs and family storytime, there’s something for every age and interest. Filter by location, activity type or visitor group to easily plan a visit across scenic parks, lakes, gardens and conservation areas. Many programs are free or reduced-cost, offering accessible ways to build confidence, wellness, creativity and connection. Perfect for families, nature enthusiasts and community explorers seeking enriching, active time outdoors.

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August 2026

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Sun 9
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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Trail Maintenance

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watch 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Age(s): 14+
Location: Little Miami Scenic Cooridor | Avoca Trailhead

What to know

Protect nature, care for the outdoors and explore Great Parks at our community volunteer project. Complete basic trail work tasks and prune vegetation along the Avoca Mountain Bike Trail to maintain clearance and stability of the trail.
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Sun 9
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
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Sunday Coffee Stroll: Dragonflies

calendar_today Sunday, August 9

watch 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM

group All Ages

Age(s): All Ages
Location: Sharon Woods | Harbor

What to know

Kick off your week with a pleasant hike and delicious coffee. Take a hike on the Sharon Lake Trail to search for hovering dragonflies.
Sun 9
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
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Archery Adventure: Primitive Precision

calendar_today Sunday, August 9

watch 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Age(s): 8+
Location: Nature Center at The Summit

What to know

Step back in time and take aim with an atlatl, the world’s oldest spear thrower. Discover if you possess ancient skills while learning atlatl history, how native groups benefitted from its use and how to hunt like people of the past. 
Cost: $18
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Sun 9
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
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Archery Adventure: Find Your Aim

calendar_today Sunday, August 9

watch 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM

Age(s): 8+
Location: Nature Center at The Summit

What to know

Dial in your shot with open hours on the archery range! Practice atlatl and bow skills (recurve or compound) and refine your accuracy on your own or with guidance from a certified instructor. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Cost: $10
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Sun 9
12:30 PM – 4:30 PM
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Whimsical Garden Weekends: The Very Hungry Caterpillar

calendar_today Sunday, August 9

watch 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM

group Families

Age(s): 2-7
Location: Glenwood Gardens | Highfield Discovery Garden

What to know

Enjoy a variety of immersive activities based on the famous storybook friend! Learn about different stages of life, what a caterpillar eats in nature and what happens when a caterpillar becomes a butterfly. Fee waived for Highfield Discovery passholders.

Cost: $7
Recurring: Aug. 8 & 9    
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