Upcoming Events

Ages 12 – 15

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, July 7

Ages 9 – 11
Monday – Wednesday, July 14 – 16
(Rain date: Thursday, July 17)

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, July 7

Ages 9 – 13

Let’s stay active and healthy, all while trying new outdoor activities! We’ll learn neat nature education topics along the way! Each week has different themes and activities. Top secret! This week of camp is full of mysteries, decoders and spy thrillers. We will have lots of challenges to solve, so get your disguise ready, secret agent!

Registration deadline: Monday, July 7

Ages 18 and up
Tuesdays, July 15 – August 26
(No class August 12)

We dance to various styles of music (Latin, hip hop, pop, global rhythms, etc.) which provides a good mix of low to high-intensity moves. Instructor Emily Chandler strives to make this class high-energy and a lot of fun! We can guarantee you’ll leave this class feeling great! Please bring a bottle of water.

Registration deadline: Sunday, July 13

Ages 8 – 12

Complete fitness challenges inspired by the powers and moves of iconic heroes! Participants will build strength, agility and confidence as they tackle fun, superhero-inspired challenges and activities. Dressing up as your favorite superhero is encouraged — capes, masks, or superhero shirts add to the excitement and make the experience even more immersive. Get ready to power up, have fun and feel like a true hero! This is a drop-off program.

Registration Deadline: Friday, July 11

Ages 16 and up

We will cover the basics of needle felting and decorate a set of environmentally friendly dryer balls. They can be used instead of dryer sheets as a more natural and sustainable alternative. No prior experience is needed and all supplies will be provided. You are welcome to bring your own tools or dryer balls.

Registration deadline: Thursday, July 10

Recommended for ages 3 – 7 with parent/guardian

Let’s explore bubbles with a bubble party! We will create a unique craft using bubbles, and enjoy bubble playtime and a story!

Registration deadline: Sunday, July 13

Ages 12 – 18
Bellbrook-Sugarcreek Park District
2751 Washington Mill Rd, Bellbrook, OH 45305

Kettering PRCA and Centerville-Washington Park District are collaborating to bring the joy of bird watching to our youth.
Bird watching and identification is a fun and rewarding hobby and also a great place to make friends. Light snacks are provided. Participants must become members of the Ohio Young Birders Club and be between the ages of 12 and 18.

Program Code: 03-30240-B (registration through Kettering)

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, July 17

Ages 16 and up

Join us for a fun and relaxing closed terrarium workshop, where you’ll create a miniature 8″ tall ecosystem! Closed terrariums are self-sustaining and low-maintenance creations. They are a beautiful way to bring nature into your space. With an array of plants and natural accents to choose from, your design will thrive with minimal effort. It’s the perfect blend of creativity, nature, and effortless style!

Registration deadline: Sunday, July 6

Ages 18 and up

In this workshop, we will create panoramic waterfall paintings using resistance techniques. We will start with a quick warm-up exercise and wrap up with a full-color watercolor of a waterfall. We will be using studio materials. Leave the class with a panoramic waterfall painting. All skill levels are welcome! This class is best for beginner to advanced level participants.

Registration deadline: Friday, July 11

Ages 8 – 12

Learn how to needle felt with us and create a cute and cuddly friend to take home. This class will cover the basic techniques, supplies, and safety considerations needed to create figures from wool. Note, we will be working with real needles in the class! No previous experience is needed, and all supplies will be provided.

Registration deadline: Saturday, July 5

Ages 18 and up

Take advantage of this opportunity to explore Centerville and Dayton by bicycle. The ride will be led by trained and experienced bike leaders and will help you learn routes to shopping, parks and more! This ride will take our Bike Centerville Community Rides up a level and be approximately 22 miles.

Registration deadline: Friday, July 18

Ages 8 – 12
Monday, July 21 – Friday, July 25
Activity Center Park, Community Room
221 N. Main St.

Wednesday, July 23 (weather-dependent)
Grant Park, Kennard Nature Nook
6588 McEwen Road

A week focused on building outdoor skills! We will cook over a campfire, make a walking stick, read a map and compass, tie knots and so much more! We will throw in some outdoor detective skills and orienteering/geocaching as well. Wednesday will be a field trip to Grant Park for hiking and creeking!

Registration deadline: Monday, July 14