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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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September 2026

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Mon 14
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
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Beginning Golf I

calendar_today Monday, September 14

watch 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM

Age(s): 18+
Location: Sharon Woods Golf Course | Clubhouse

What to know

A fun way to learn the wonderful game of golf! Become familiar with the fundamentals of the five shots encountered on the golf course: wood shots, iron shots, chipping, pitching and putting. Classes cover fundamentals, rules and etiquette and run over five consecutive weeks.

Cost: $155
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Tue 15
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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Honeysuckle Removal

calendar_today Tuesday, September 15

watch 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Age(s): 18+
Location: Embshoff Woods Nature Preserve | Mossycup Hill Shelter

What to know

**Cancelled due to no volunteers registered.** Protect nature, care for the outdoors and explore Great Parks at our community volunteer project! The hunt for honeysuckle continues to improve a high value natural area. This area will be a focus site over the next few months to open the canopy and allow sunlight and native plants to return and flourish. Our natural resource management plan goal is to remove 10 acres of honeysuckle a year, and with your help we can reach this goal!
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Tue 15
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

6-hole Instructional League

calendar_today Tuesday, September 15

watch 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

group Adults

Location: Sharon Woods Golf Course | Clubhouse
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Wed 16
9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
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Golf Course Restoration & Trail Work

calendar_today Wednesday, September 16

watch 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM

Age(s): 14+
Location: Shawnee Lookout

What to know

Protect nature, care for the outdoors and explore Great Parks at our community volunteer project! Shawnee Lookout Conservation & Parks is looking for help establishing a new trail through the former golf course being restored to natural habitat. The long-planned restoration will create a beautiful hiking experience across streams and through wooded areas and grasslands.
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Wed 16
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
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Wildflower Walk

calendar_today Wednesday, September 16

watch 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

group All Ages

Location: Shaker Trace Nursery | Barn

What to know

See what’s blooming at the newly renovated seed nursery! Discover the beauty of our region’s wildflowers by exploring the field to see them firsthand. Learn about identifying different species, their roles in the ecological system and how they’re cultivated.

Cost: Free
Recurring: September16th, October 21st | 10am-11am
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