Ages 18 and up
Tuesdays & Thursdays, December 2 – February 26
Get outdoors and enjoy the sunshine and fresh air while meeting other walking enthusiasts. 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.
There is no registration deadline for this program. Join anytime!
Ages 18 and up
Tuesdays & Fridays, December 2 – February 27
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! Note: Tuesday Trail Trekking locations will be the same as the A Walk in the Park program.
Ages 18 and up
Tuesdays & Fridays, December 2 – February 27
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! Tuesday Trail Trekking locations will be the same as the A Walk in the Park program.
Ages 18 and up
Wednesdays, December 3 – February 25
(No hike December 24)
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!
Conservation Crew: Seed Sowing and Cleaning
Ages 12 – 18
Conservation Crew members will start off planting Royal Catchfly and other seeds in the Seed Nursery, strengthening our wildflower beds. As darkness falls, we will move inside and begin to clean and package harvested seeds.
Registration deadline: Wednesday, December 3
Fitness for Longevity B
Ages 18 and up
Wednesdays, December 10 – January 21
(No class December 24)
Get it all in one fitness class — a challenging workout, a blend of mindfulness and functional movement for vitality and longevity — this class is designed to help you maintain the strength, mobility and power at age 100 that you have now. All levels are welcome. Taught by Dan Loofboro. Please bring a yoga mat and water.
Registration deadline: Monday, December 8
Fitness Fusion
Ages 18 and up
Wednesdays, December 10 – January 28
(No class December 24 or 31)
Fitness Fusion incorporates cardio, circuit training, resistance training, pilates and compound exercises. Each class will vary in the types of exercises and will help you build speed, power, strength and endurance. Modifications provided. Taught by Emily Chandler, a certified group fitness instructor. You will need a light set of weights and a towel or yoga mat.
Registration deadline: Sunday, December 7
Recommended for ages 3 – 5
Thursdays, December 11, January 8 & February 12
This take-home kit features crafts and activities revolving around a fun nature-based seasonal theme! There will be three different kits — one for each month!
Registration deadline: Thursday, December 4
Creative Crafting
Ages 9 – 13
Try new art skills during this fun, nature-themed crafting program. Each session will offer different options for participants to choose from, allowing them to work independently or get creative together!
Registration deadline: Thursday, December 4
Hike with a Naturalist
Ages 18 and up
Join us on a stroll through your park! A naturalist will point out seasonal changes and discuss the wildlife we observe. Hike is on a natural path.
Registration deadline: Tuesday, December 9
Glass Fusing: Winter Ornaments
Ages 16 and up
Exercise your creative side while making beautiful fused glass ornaments perfect for gifting or adding to your own holiday décor. Instructor Kathy Woodruff will lead the class in creating three ornaments. Choose from a variety of styles and designs to make each piece uniquely yours.
Registration deadline: Sunday, December 8
Luminary Walk
All ages
Enjoy a candlelit stroll through Bill Yeck Park. There will be a half-mile paved route and a one-mile route along the purple trail. Warm up by the Smith House fire circle and enjoy the sounds of the season with carols from Centerville High School’s symphonic choir! Free hot chocolate at the Forest Field shelter while supplies last! Please bring a school supply item to support Crayons to Classroom‘s mission to secure and distribute school supplies at no cost to teachers of students in need.
Registration is requested but not required.
Woodpecker Scavenger Hunt
All ages
Do you know what makes a good woodpecker habitat? Search for all of Ohio’s woodpeckers and the elements they need to survive. Each family will receive their own woodpecker flip guide. This is a Tools to Trek program.
Registration deadline: Thursday, December 11
Serene Scenes Paint Night
Ages 16 and up
Settle in for a cozy, creative evening! Use watercolor brush pens to bring a beautifully pre-outlined wintery scene to life, then sip and snack on a variety of refreshments in a relaxing atmosphere. All supplies included, participants will get to keep their watercolor paint pen set.
*Please note this program location is different than what was listed in the printed newsletter.*
Registration deadline: Sunday, December 7
Tea Party in the Park
Ages 3 – 10 with adult companion(s)
Join us for a tea party for the whole family. This will be an afternoon of nature-themed crafts, games and enjoying time together! We will have tea and treats sure to please all ages. Enjoy the view of our meadow from the warm and toasty Community Room. One registration per family.
Registration deadline: Tuesday, December 9