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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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Wed 27
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
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Entry Level Summer Horse Camp

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watch 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

group Children

Age(s): 7-14
Location: Winton Woods Farm & Equestrian Center | Hayloft Barn

What to know

This four-day, full-day camp is designed for beginning-level riders. Campers learn the basics of all aspects of horsemanship, including safety, grooming and riding.

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Wed 27
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
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Operation Outdoors: Once Upon an Ohio...

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watch 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

group Children

Age(s): 6-11
Location: Miami Whitewater Forest | Visitor Center

What to know

Calling all future archeologists and paleontologists: grab a treasure map and get ready for a time-traveling adventure where secrets lie below the surface! Campers unearth Ohio’s past on a hunt for Ordovician fossils and ancient artifacts, such as pottery and atlatls, in our mock dig pits. From prehistoric plants to traditional pastimes like lacrosse, campers learn the handicraft histories and mammoth-sized mysteries behind the land we now call Ohio.
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Wed 27
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
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Novice-E to Advanced Novice Summer Horse Camp

calendar_today Wednesday, May 27

watch 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

group Children

Age(s): 7-14
Location: Winton Woods Farm & Equestrian Center | Hayloft Barn

What to know

This camp is designed for riders with prior lesson or camp experience, including currently enrolled lesson students. Campers build upon existing skills, learn to independently care for horses, develop their horse knowledge and gain confidence on the ground and in the saddle.

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Wed 27
9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
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Plant Removal

calendar_today Wednesday, May 27

watch 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM

Age(s): 14+
Location: Winton Woods | Auditorium

What to know

Protect nature, care for the outdoors and explore Great Parks at our community volunteer project! Bobcat Woods is an area within Winton Woods that offers a variety of native wildflowers and other native plants that not many guests typically get to experience. Remove aggressive plant species to help keep these woods healthy and beautiful. The meeting location for this volunteer opportunity is at Possum Run Group Campground.
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Wed 27
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
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Wildlife Weeks: Frogs of Ohio

calendar_today Wednesday, May 27

watch 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM

group Children

Age(s): All Ages
Location: Farbach-Werner Nature Preserve | Ellenwood Nature Barn

What to know

Hop in and discover local wildlife through animal encounters, hands-on activities and self-guided trail walks. Through rotating themes each week, learn about amphibians, reptiles, birds of prey and more! This drop-in program welcomes participants at any time during the scheduled hours.   
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