Hidden Meadows Camp Wk 4 All Day
Camp Community
Ages 5 – 12
Monday – Friday, June 22 – 26
Your parks are part of one awesome community! Our campers will learn about nature, kindness and being a good neighbor from various guest speakers. Crafts and activities will focus on giving back! Your camper can look forward to team-building games, litter cleanup hikes and meeting community heroes this week.
Registration deadline: Monday, June 15
Sugar Valley Day Camp Week 4
Survivor (Field Trip Week)
Ages 6 – 12
Monday – Friday, June 22 – 26
It will be a competition all week long! Your camper will play their favorite camp games, tie-dye team bandanas, and join in friendly, competitive outdoor activities. Week 4 campers will meet at Oak Grove Park on one of their camp days to fish, participate in archery, and for their grand competition!
Registration deadline: Monday, June 15
Cooking Around the World Camp
Ages 12 – 17
Monday – Friday, June 22 – 26
Join Katie Blauser from Eat Pretty Darling for a flavorful adventure as we explore cuisines from around the world! Each day highlights a new culture and its signature dishes, giving participants the chance to cook, taste and learn about global flavors and traditions. Please note: all major food allergens could be present in this camp.
Registration deadline: Sunday, June 14
Junior ACtivity Squad Camp Week 4
Dino Digging and Daring Discoveries
Ages 5 – 7
Monday, June 22 – Friday, June 26
Calling our junior paleontologists! Dinos have been found in Activity Center Park! Let’s get digging and investigate the mystery of these giant creatures. Don’t forget your detective hats and magnifying glasses! What will we discover? Please dress in old clothing, and we will provide aprons for especially messy crafts.
Registration deadline: Monday, June 15
Archery Adventures Camp A
Ages 9 – 15
Monday – Wednesday, June 22 – 24 (Rain date: Thursday, June 25)
Archery and nature education combined! Campers will learn the basics of archery, play water games, learn about local wildlife, play archery tag and practice with 3D targets.
Registration deadline: Monday, June 15
Pickleball League Any Doubles Intermediate A
Ages 18 and up
Mondays, June 22 – July 27
5:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m. and/or 7:30 p.m.
This for-fun league is open to any doubles teams (men’s, women’s or mixed doubles) at the intermediate level. Please note that you may be assigned matches at any of the start times listed due to court availability. Please note, this is a league designed for players with a strong understanding of pickleball rules, and who are at an intermediate or higher level of competition. No instruction/lessons are included in the league.
Registration deadline: Sunday, June 7
Creek Peek: Beaver Fever!
All ages
Are you a better builder than a busy beaver? Learn about nature’s built-in construction crew and how critical they are to understanding the environment around us! Come ready to splash around in a creek, dressed in closed-toed shoes. This is a Tools to Trek program.
Registration deadline: Friday, June 19
Pickleball League Any Doubles Beginner A
Ages 18 and up
Wednesdays, June 24 – July 29
5:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m. AND/OR 7:30 p.m.
This for-fun league is open to any doubles teams (men’s, women’s, or mixed doubles) at the beginner level. Please note that you may be assigned matches at any of the start times listed due to court availability. Please note, this is a league designed for players with a basic understanding of pickleball rules, but who are still early in their pickleball skill development. No instruction/lessons are included in the league.
Registration deadline: Sunday, June 7
Fish Management in Southwest Ohio
Ages 16 and up
Join Mike Porto, Fish Biologist of ODNR Division of Wildlife Fish Management for a presentation on fish management in Southwest Ohio. This program is presented in partnership with the Washington-Centerville Public Library and the Ohio Division of Wildlife.
Registration deadline: Day of Program or until Full. Registration is taken by Washington-Centerville Public Library. Registration opens on May 27
Hike with a Naturalist: Fireflies
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. We will be admiring the firefly displays in the parks during this special late night hike.
Registration deadline: Tuesday, June 23
Nature Fun: An Outdoor Family Storytime
All ages (recommended for children 5 and under)
Fridays, June 26, July 17, and August 14
Families are invited to join us outside to listen to a story brought to you by the Washington-Centerville Public Library! Participate in nature-themed activities following the story. Families are encouraged to bring a blanket to sit on. All sessions are Tools to Trek programs.
Registration is not required but is recommended.
Mini Evening Campout
All ages
Learn family fun camping skills — how to set up a tent, start a campfire to toast the best marshmallows, what sticks are best to cook with over an open fire, and other useful things to know before heading out! Also, learn the best things to bring with you!
Registration deadline: Tuesday, June 23
Butterfly Survey
Recommended for ages 8 and up
Help contribute to research by joining the naturalist on butterfly surveys. Identify and count butterflies while observing other seasonal wildlife as we stroll. No experience is necessary. Trail is approximately one mile in length on uneven terrain. This is a Tools to Trek program.
Registration deadline: Thursday, June 25
Family Fun Tennis Day
All ages
A fun-filled day enjoying tennis! Visit stations with games that show you the tennis basics. Join in on a quick game! Participants should wear tennis shoes and are encouraged to bring their own racquet.
Registration is not required.
Watercolor & Ink Botanical Class
Ages 18 and up
This class is best for beginner to intermediate level participants. All supplies will be provided, and you will leave the class with your completed painting. This class is taught by visual artist and designer Renee Hopson.
Registration deadline: Monday, June 22