Ages 18 and up
Tuesdays & Thursdays, December 3 – February 27
(No walk on December 24)
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, December 3 – February 28
(No trekking December 24)
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. Tuesday Trail Trekking locations will be the same as the A Walk in the Park program.
There is no registration deadline for this program. Join anytime!
Ages 18 and up
Tuesdays & Fridays, December 3 – February 28
(No trekking December 24)
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. Note: Tuesday Trail Trekking locations will be the same as the A Walk in the Park program.
There is no registration deadline for this program. Join anytime!
Ages 18 and up
Wednesdays, December 4 – February 26
(No hike December 25 or January 1)
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!
All ages
Thursday, January 9 – Thursday, February 13
Each week, participants will receive a clue to go out in your parks to search for the painted squirrels. Squirrels will only be hiding at each park for one week! Mark their numbers and where you found them on the recording sheet. Turn in your sheets for a prize. Don’t forget to vote for your favorite!
Registration deadline: Wednesday, February 12 (Clues are emailed every Thursday. Registering late may mean you miss some of the clues)
Creative Crafting
Ages 9 – 13
Try new art skills during this fun crafting program based on nature themes. Each session will have different options for participants to choose from and allow them to work independently or get creative together!
Registration deadline: Thursday, January 30
Owlexander’s Cinema: Owls
Ages 5 – 10
Owlexander is holding a movie night, and he’s inviting his friends to join him for a fun-filled evening! We will kick off the evening with owl crafts, games and preparing a salty snack. Then, we will settle in for a kid-friendly movie all about owls! Looking for something to do while your kids are out and about? Check out the Warm Hearts Couples Evening happening the same night.
Registration deadline: Friday, January 31
Warm Hearts: Couples Evening
Ages 16 and up
Warm up with your special someone during a night out in the park! Start the evening with an intentional, self-guided night hike lined with deep-dive questions to spark conversation. Then, get out of the cold and into the Smith House for a hot chocolate bar and games, or head outside to enjoy a cozy bonfire together. This is a night for couples young and old! One registration per pair. Night hike trail will be paved and lit for easy navigation. Looking for something to do with the kids while out on this special night? Register them for Owlexander’s Cinema, happening the same evening!
Registration deadline: Monday, February 3
Winter Hiking Club: Sleeping Insects
All ages
Getting outdoors makes us happy and healthy, especially in the wintertime! Participants will join the instructor for a brief nature lesson, game, art, or activity before the group starts the hike to explore the park. This is a Tools to Trek program. Individuals who attend Winter Hiking Club will get a themed sticker! This hike takes place on a natural path.
Participants can register up to the start of the program.
Glass Fusing: Winter Birch Trees A
Ages 16 and up
You will create a beautiful winter birch scene on a 10.75” square of glass. Kathy Woodruff from Busy Beaver will lead participants through our biggest glass fusing project of the season!
Registration deadline: Sunday, February 2
Moss Art Workshop with Now and Zen
Ages 16 and up
Join Now and Zen DIY to design a beautiful 8″ x 8″ piece of wall art using preserved moss and other interesting natural elements. A truly unique accent for your home that you’ll enjoy for years to come!
Registration deadline: Sunday, February 2
Art & Imagination
Ages 6 – 8
This drop-off program is designed to give your child the opportunity to get creative! They will design a variety of projects based on a monthly theme. Outdoor activities will be included when weather permits. Sign up for one or multiple sessions.
Registration deadline: Tuesday, February 4
Meet the Trees Hike and Learn
All ages
Families will walk the Tree Trail and learn some fun, dare we say unbe-LEAF-able, facts about our local trees, how to identify them in winter, and decide which one is right for your yard! Participants will enter a drawing for a gift card to Siebenthaler’s Nursery. This is a Tools to Trek program. This hike takes place on a crushed limestone path.
Registration deadline: Sunday, February 9
Teddy Bear Slumber Party
Ages 5 – 8
It’s a Teddy Bear’s evening out! Bring your teddy for a snuggly evening featuring themed stories and crafts. We will also have games and snacks all tailored to children and their teddies. Don’t miss this cozy imaginative evening program that aims to foster a love for storytelling and reading among children. Please be sure to note any dietary restrictions.
Registration deadline: Thursday, February 6
Couples Dinner Date with a Starry Stroll
Ages 18 and up
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with instructor Katie Blauser from Eat Pretty Darling! Make a romantic dinner for two featuring salmon with a salad, roasted potatoes and dessert! After enjoying your meal, take a walk around a luminary-lit paved path. Sign up one person per couple. Please note: all major food allergens could be present in this class. The hike is weather-dependent.
Registration deadline: Thursday, February 6