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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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July 2026

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Sat 18
4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
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The Great Picnic

calendar_today Saturday, July 18

watch 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM

group All Ages

Age(s): All Ages
Location: Miami Whitewater Forest | Visitor Center

What to know

Presented by America 250-Ohio

Commemorate America’s 250th birthday with a family-friendly community picnic and festival, in partnership with Ohio’s Homecoming & Picnic month. Grab your favorite picnic basket and celebrate a once-in-a-generation national milestone with family, friends and neighbors. Lay your blanket at the beautiful lake’s banks and enjoy live music, local food and beverages, boating, fishing, contests, games and crafts as Great Parks honors 250 years of history and community.

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Sat 18
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
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Birding by Boat

calendar_today Saturday, July 18

watch 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM

group Teens and Adults

Age(s): 18+
Location: Winton Woods | Adventure Outpost

What to know

Join a nature interpreter and kayak instructor to explore the waters of Winton Lake! Begin with a safety overview, then paddle out to discover waterfowl and other wildlife. All equipment is provided. Participants must properly fit into the provided life jackets and not exceed the 275-lb. weight limit.

Cost: $20
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Sat 18
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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Native Plant Propagation

calendar_today Saturday, July 18

watch 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Age(s): 14+
Location: Shaker Trace Nursery | Barn

What to know

Protect nature, care for the outdoors and explore Great Parks at our community volunteer project! Help us grow our native plant and seed nursery. These workdays will include a variety of season-dependent tasks, including transplanting seedlings, weeding and maintaining production beds, planting new garden beds and collecting and processing seeds. No prior training is required! You will be working alongside employees and trained volunteers to learn plant identification and propagation skills needed for these workdays. Specific task details will be communicated to those registered closer to each workday.
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Sat 18
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
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Long-Term Volunteer Information Session

calendar_today Saturday, July 18

watch 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM

group Teens and Adults

Age(s): 14+
Location: Sharon Woods | Training Center

What to know

New volunteer information sessions are for individuals interested in our long-term volunteer program! Great Parks offers diverse service opportunities for teens (ages 14-17) and adults (18+) to develop conservation and educational skills in the outdoors, make a difference in their community and build lifelong friendships. From environmental education to golf course care, whatever your passions might be, you can find your home at Great Parks! During new volunteer information sessions, we will share an overview of the volunteer program, review open volunteer roles and expectations and explain the next steps needed to get you started volunteering.
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Sat 18
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
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Beginning Golf I

calendar_today Saturday, July 18

watch 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM

group Adults

Age(s): 18+
Location: Meadow Links | Clubhouse

What to know

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