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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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Thu 15
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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Seed Collection & Sowing

calendar_today Thursday, October 15

watch 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Age(s): 18+
Location: Glenwood Gardens | Technical Center

What to know

Protect nature, care for the outdoors and explore Great Parks at our community volunteer project! Collect and sow wildflower seeds in a prairie! These seeds will fill in bare areas and create a more colorful and ecologically beneficial habitat. Guidance on identification and collection will be provided, so no prior knowledge is required. Registration closes on Tuesday, October 13.
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Sat 17
9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
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Honeysuckle Removal

calendar_today Saturday, October 17

watch 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM

Age(s): 14+
Location: Winton Woods | Great Oaks Trailhead

What to know

Protect nature, care for the outdoors and explore Great Parks at our community volunteer project! Improve the health of the forest’s understory along the Great Oaks Trail. Learn tips and tricks for identifying aggressive plant species, including honeysuckle, and how to properly treat and manage them to prevent regrowth.
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Tue 20
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
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Plant Removal

calendar_today Tuesday, October 20

watch 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Age(s): 14+
Location: Woodland Mound | Seasongood Nature Center

What to know

Protect nature, care for the outdoors and explore Great Parks at our community volunteer project. Support efforts to re-naturalize an area by removing aggressive plant species.
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Sat 24
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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Shaker Trace Nursery Workday

calendar_today Saturday, October 24

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 24
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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Make A Difference Day

calendar_today Saturday, October 24

watch 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Age(s): 12+
Location: Little Miami Golf Center | Clubhouse

What to know

Protect nature, care for the outdoors and explore Great Parks at our community volunteer project! This Make A Difference Day, join Great Parks and Tri-State Trails to plant trees along the Little Miami Scenic Trail. Help maintain a balanced ecosystem and improve the experience of all future trail users enjoying the Little Miami Scenic Trail and beyond along the CROWN urban trail loop. Thank you to the generous funding from Tri-State Trails and a grant through ServeOhio!
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