Ohio President’s Day

Monday, February 18, 7:00-8:00 p.m.

Beaver Creek Preserve, Barker Retreat

Ohio has given birth to more presidents than any other state. Learn about them and the connection of one of them to Wood County’s history. Warm drinks will be served.

Invasive Plants are Taking Over!

Tuesday February 19, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Reuthinger Preserve

Join us as we explore a number of invasive plant species. Learn how the Stewardship Department combats invasive species in every park and how to seek out and destroy these alien invaders.

Greenhouse Help – Volunteer Opportunity
February 21, 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Reuthinger Preserve

Come help us grow plants at the Native Nursery and Greenhouse. Volunteers may be asked to perform a variety of functions such as transplanting seedlings, filling pots, or watering plants. No experience necessary.

“Wall-eyes” Are Upon Us

Friday, February 22, 6:15-7:30 p.m.

Otsego Park; Marlow Overlook

Check out the river conditions (from the bank), watch the sunset (hopefully), then come inside for refreshments and a presentation on the most popular fish of the season.

Barberry Hunt – Volunteer Opportunity

February 23, 10:00 a.m. – 12 noon

Bradner Preserve – Timmons Road Access

Help us improve wildlife habitat by helping to remove this invasive plant that looks great in your landscape but takes over the forest habitat. Dress to work outdoors and bring gloves if you have them. No experience necessary.

The Hunt for the Skunk

Sunday, February 24, 2:00-3:00 p.m.

Bradner Preserve - Meet at Timmons Road Access

Enjoy a wintery hike through the woods as we go in search of skunk cabbage, one of our earliest blooming spring flowers.

Greenhouse Kids

Saturday, March 2, 10:00-11:00 a.m.

Reuthinger Preserve Greenhouse

Children can get a head start on the growing season by planting seeds in the greenhouse. Each child will pot a vegetable and flower seed to take home to a sunny window. We may even help plant wildflower seeds for the parks.

The Frozen Frogs

SET: Rudolph Savanna Area

Meet at Rudolph Rd. Access

Sunday, March 3, 1:00-2:00 p.m.

Listen for frogs as they emerge from hibernation. Learn how these fascinating creatures survive the winter and what they are up to now that spring is just around the corner.

Please register for programs at:www.wcparks.org or call 419-353-1897.