Upcoming Events

Ages 18 and up
Mondays, March 2 – May 18

We will meet near the shelter for introductions then walk along the park’s paved path. A local mom will lead the group and will have various discussion topics. Feel free to bring your younger children in carriers or strollers. Note: All children are welcome to attend a fun park play date on Monday, March 23, during Spring Break.

There is no registration deadline for this program. Registration is required, but you can join anytime!

Ages 18 and up
Tuesdays & Thursdays, March 3 – May 28

These are self-guided walks around your community parks! Walking helps maintain a healthy weight, increases energy, lifts your spirits, strengthens memory and protects from heart disease and high blood pressure. Enjoy reduced stress, improved quality of sleep and the many benefits from an improved quality of life.

There is no registration deadline for this program. Join anytime!

Ages 18 and up
Tuesdays & Fridays, March 3 – May 29

Meet up with other trail trekking enthusiasts to trek through the parks through this self-guided meet-up program! Sign up to rent Nordic poles if you want to try trekking before you purchase your own set. You will be contacted to sign a borrower’s permit and pick up your set for the fall. A limited number of rental poles are available.

There is no registration deadline for this program. Join anytime!

Ages 18 and up
Tuesdays & Fridays, March 3 – May 29

Meet up with other trail trekking enthusiasts to trek through the parks during this self-guided meet-up program! You must bring your own Nordic poles if you sign up for this option.

There is no registration deadline for this program. Join anytime!

Ages 18 and up
Wednesdays, March 4 – May 27

Staff and volunteers will lead groups at different paces. Hike for Your Health is a wonderful opportunity to meet new people and get to know some of your parks better. All hikes are on natural trails. Please wear appropriate shoes for trails that may be muddy or slick.

There is no registration deadline for this program. Join anytime!

Ages 18 and up
Wednesdays, March 11 – October 28

Join Up and Running trail leaders as you enjoy running on natural trails. This running group is for experienced runners and includes meadows, trails and hills. Meet at the Normandy Entrance (501 Normandy Ridge Rd.) of Grant Park or the Smith Entrance (2230 E. Centerville Station Rd.) of Bill Yeck Park. Please check online schedule for locations each week. Sign up once for the entire year!

There is no registration deadline for this program. Join anytime!

All ages
Friday, March 20 – Saturday, April 4

Let’s celebrate spring with a scavenger hunt! Five animals are hiding in Bill Yeck Park, ready to start their lifecycles! Once you find an animal, scan the QR code and fill in the blanks about its lifecycle. Winners will be contacted on April 6.

Registration deadline: Thursday, April 2

All ages

A fun event for the whole family! Participants will explore the park through a photography scavenger hunt. Following the scavenger hunt, families will share photos with one another. The team with the most items found on the list will receive a prize! All families need to bring a device to take photos, preferably one that has a screen to view the photos. Cell phone cameras are acceptable! One registration per family. This program is weather-dependent. This is a Tools to Trek program

Registration deadline: Monday, March 16

Ages 18 and up

We will be exploring nature-themed imagery while combining watercolor painting with block printing. We will be using studio materials. Leave the class with your finished painting/print and your very own printing block! All skill levels are welcome! This class is best for beginner to intermediate level participants. All supplies will be provided. Class is taught by visual artist and designer Renee Hopson.

Registration deadline: Sunday, March 22

Ages 12 – 17 plus a family member over 21
Sundays, March 29 – May 3

This for-fun league is open to any doubles teams (men’s, women’s, or mixed doubles) comprised of a teen and their parent/guardian or other close family member over the age of 21. Please register your teen and list the participating family member in the questions. Both players must have an online account set up on the same household profile. There is no single player will call for this league.

Registration deadline: Sunday, March 15

Ages 8 – 15

Do you think you have what it takes to find the Golden Egg? Learn the basics of archery and put them to the test during an egg-stravagant egg hunt archery game! All equipment is provided and no experience is necessary.

Registration deadline: Thursday, March 26