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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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Fri 14
10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
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Super Sprouts Garden Club

calendar_today Friday, August 14

watch 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM

group Preschool

Age(s): 2-6
Location: Glenwood Gardens | Cotswold Visitor Center

What to know

A fun garden club that's just right for your little sprout! Each weekly meeting is short, sweet and packed full of discovery and play. Fee waived for Highfield Discovery Garden passholders.

Recurring: Fridays, April 3-Oct. 30
Fri 14
10:30 AM – 11:15 AM
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Storytime on the Farm

calendar_today Friday, August 14

watch 10:30 AM to 11:15 AM

group Preschool

Location: Winton Woods Farm & Equestrian Center | Hayloft Barn

What to know

Each week at the Farm & Equestrian Center, children enjoy a book reading followed by themed activities. Depending on the book of the week, activities may include a craft, sensory play or a fun game. 

Fri 14
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
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Sensational Senses

calendar_today Friday, August 14

watch 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM

group Toddler

Age(s): 2-5
Location: Sharon Woods | Sharon Center

What to know

Discover ways to interact with the world using the five senses: touch, taste, sight, smell and sound. Learn how animals have adapted to use their senses in the wild. 
Fri 14
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
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Try It! Stand-Up Paddleboarding

calendar_today Friday, August 14

watch 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

group All Ages

Age(s): 8+
Location: Miami Whitewater Forest | Visitor Center

What to know

 Grab a paddle and find your balance, whether it’s your first time on a board or your first time in a while. Experience the water’s quiet serenity while practicing your paddling skills. Participants must properly fit into the provided life jackets and not exceed the 250-lb. weight limit.
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Sat 15
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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Shaker Trace Nursery Workday

calendar_today Saturday, August 15

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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