Upcoming Events

Creepy Crawlers
Ages 5 – 12

Monday – Friday, June 17 – 21
9:00 a.m. – noon

A week of all things bugs, insects and underground creepy crawlers. Campers will spend the week exploring Grant Park from the bug’s eye view! We will learn about the creepy crawlers that roam your parks and spend time learning new insect-themed games and making bug crafts.

Registration deadline: Monday, June 10

Camp Rocks! Silly Science and Oooey Gooey Fun
Ages 4 – 6

Monday, June 17 – Friday, June 21
9:00 a.m. – noon

Each week has different themes and activities. It’s science week at camp! We will test lots of fun science experiments, explore nature, and make some oooey-gooey projects like slime and oobleck! Please dress in old clothing, and we will provide aprons for especially messy crafts.

Registration deadline: Monday, June 10

A Tree-mendous Adventure
Ages 6 – 12

Monday – Friday, June 17 – 21
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

This week will be all things trees! Campers will learn the basics of tree identification and practice their skills in Bill Yeck Park. This week will feature themed games, crafts and challenges as campers learn all about the marvelous trees that surround us.

Registration deadline: Monday, June 10

Creepy Crawlers
Ages 5 – 12

Monday – Friday, June 17 – 21
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

A week of all things bugs, insects and underground creepy crawlers. Campers will spend the week exploring Grant Park from the bug’s eye view! We will learn about the creepy crawlers that roam your parks and spend time learning new insect-themed games and making bug crafts.

Registration deadline: Monday, June 10

STEM-sational!
Ages 8 – 12

Monday, June 17 – Friday, June 21
1:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Science, technology, engineering and math are taking center stage this week. From science experiments to design challenges, this week is action-packed and ready for fun (and some learning too!).

Registration deadline: Monday, June 10

Ages 8 – 12
Monday, Tuesday & Thursday, June 17 – 18 & 20
(Rain date: Friday, June 21)
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

This introductory archery camp will teach the basics of competition-style archery. Using technique, range safety and basic archery terms, campers will enjoy games and gain a new hobby to enjoy with friends. All equipment will be provided.

Registration deadline: Monday, June 10

Ages 12 – 17
Monday, June 17; Tuesday, June 18; Thursday, June 20 & Friday, June 21

Participants will play as members of a Forest Ranger’s Guild, working to protect and conserve a vibrant fantasy world. This four-day program will teach you everything you need to know about playing D & D. Each participant will be given their own set of dice. Both beginner and experienced players are welcome.

Registration deadline: Wednesday, June 12

Ages 8 – 14

What better place to make slime than outside? We will responsibly clean up our mess, but also have fun making it! This program is a great way to make new friends and try some new slime recipes for fun and stress relief! Due to the variety of types of slime, please be sure to note any allergies.

Registration deadline: Wednesday, June 5

Ages 16 and up

Do you enjoy fiber arts? Have trouble keeping real plants alive for long? Make a cute fake plant in this beginner-friendly needle felting class! This class is designed for all skill levels, providing as much or as little assistance as you would like.

Registration deadline: Friday, June 14

Ages 16 and up

Catch your garden’s beauty with glass décor in this glass fusing class. Kathy Woodruff from Busy Beaver will lead participants through the basics of glass fusing. Create two small pieces to stake in your garden.

Registration deadline: Sunday, June 16

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, June 18

Ages 18 and up

Enjoy a relaxing night of yoga with Method Yoga Studio’s Megan Lees while we watch the park sparkle! Learn about the bioluminescence of the firefly after practicing breathwork, standing poses, flowing poses and ending with relaxation surrounded by the glittering forest.

Registration deadline: Tuesday, June 18

Ages 10 – 18

Kettering PRCA and Centerville-Washington Park District are collaborating to bring the joy of birdwatching 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. Fall programs will be held in the Centerville-Washington Park District. The Summer Session of the Southwest Chapter is hosted by Kettering Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department. You must register through them to attend.

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

Ages 18+
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. : Coffee and Conversation
11:00 a.m. – noon Hike

Join the Centerville-Washington Park District and the local non-profit Hope Wanders to enjoy coffee and conversation with guest speakers and/or an educational experience followed by a walk or hike. This session’s conversation is an overview of the concepts of Leave No Trace and feeling confident on welcoming yourself and others onto the trail while making as little impact as possible. The hike is a three mile total loop. Closed toed shoes should be worn.

Registration not required

All ages

Learn what factors are needed for a healthy creek while participating in a scavenger hunt! After we search for our creatures and habitat elements, we will compare what we found! This is a Tools to Trek Program.

Registration deadline: Thursday, June 20