Upcoming Events

Ages 8 and up

Join us for some family-friendly competition combined with archery! We will learn the basics of NASP competition-style archery and use the skills for bingo, battleship and more! All equipment is provided. No experience is necessary. Please register each participating member of your family.

Registration deadline: Monday, April 27

Ages 12 – 18

Help with recording, identifying and catching butterflies during this session of the Grant Park Long-Term Butterfly Survey. All Conservation Crew sessions count as service hours.

Registration deadline: Tuesday, April 28

Ages 18 and up

Enjoy a relaxing evening of yoga while we watch the flowers bloom! Learn about our native ephemeral (short-lived) forest wildflowers after practicing breathwork, standing poses, flowing poses and ending with relaxation surrounded by the spring forest.

Registration deadline: Tuesday, April 28

Ages 5 – 12

Are you excited for camp season to start again? We are too! So excited, in fact, we are bringing some camp fun early. Join us for an evening of all our favorite camp games, hikes and activities. The evening will end with s’mores and a campfire!

Registration deadline: Sunday, April 26

Ages 14 and up

Learn two historical camera-less photographic processes while creating beautiful botanical images with local artist and educator Heather Ballard. We will collaborate with the sun and the parks natural resources to create frame-able works of art! All supplies are included. You may bring flowers or leaves from your yard or garden!

Registration deadline: Sunday, April 26

Ages 16 and up

Join Now and Zen DIY for a mom’s morning out with “mimosas” while you 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!

Registration deadline: Sunday, April 26

Ages 4 – 10 with adult companion

Celebrate Mother’s Day with a special cooking class lead by Katie Blauser from Eat Pretty Darling. Together, you’ll whip up delicious brunch favorites like French toast casserole and fresh fruit parfaits, all while creating memories in the kitchen. Please register the mom attending. Up to two children within the age range are included in the price. Please note: all major food allergens could be present in this class

Registration deadline: Monday, April 27

Ages 0 – 5 years with adult companion

These exploratory hikes foster curiosity and confidence in young children. Your leader will point out seasonal changes and other natural points of interest in the parks. Hikes can be on a natural or paved path depending on location. This is a Tools to Trek program. Backpacks and front carriers are appropriate if your child is not walking.

Registration deadline: Sunday, May 3

Ages 9 – 12
Wednesdays, May 6 – May 27

Science is all around us! Children will experience science firsthand through hands-on, and sometimes messy, activities! We will explore fascinating science concepts with a new theme each week. We are putting science to the test as your child learns about chemistry, biology and physics.

Registration deadline: Monday, April 27

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: Sunday, May 3

All ages

Celebrate all kinds of mothers with Mother Earth herself! Kick off Mother’s Day weekend in the park with flower bouquet making, floral photo opportunities, heartfelt crafts and live music from pianist Jimmy Douglass.

Registration is requested.

Ages 7 – 11 with adult companion

While mothers savor refreshments on the back patio, children will craft a heartfelt surprise. Then, everyone will enjoy a relaxing stroll through the park, enjoying the sights and sounds of nature. Please register each child attending.

Registration deadline: Sunday, May 3

All ages
Rain date: Saturday, May 16

We will kick off the adventure with games, crafts and some live donkey visitors from Learning Tree Farm! Enjoy a tasty dinner from Claybourne Grille, a dessert by Ginny’s Philly Water Ice, or bring a picnic dinner. At sunset, we will settle in for a showing of 2001’s classic hit, Shrek! This event is possible thanks to a generous sponsorship from Dayton Children’s Hospital.