DIY Craft – Farmhouse Decor
Caesar Ford Park 520 South Stringtown Road, Xenia, OHWe are back at it for our very popular DIY craft programs for 2023. Do you want to know what we are going to be crafting? Well we will keep you in suspense and release the programs each month on Facebook. This month's topic will be released on March 15th at 11 a.m. At that […]
Bird Walk at the Mound
Indian Mound Reserve 2750 US Rt 42 E, Cedarville, OHBirders, or aspiring birders, are encouraged to join GCP&T Naturalist, Jared Merriman, in search of the different bird species that call the Indian Mound Reserve home, or that migrate to this area during the year. What will we find? Join us to find out... It is ok if you don't have binoculars to participate, we […]
Wild Foraging
Narrows Reserve 2575 Indian Ripple Road, Xenia, OhioForaging for wild-grown foods is an exciting way to explore the outdoors and bring nature's bounty to the table. Learning what is permitted for harvest, what must be left in the wild to protect sensitive and rare species, and what is safe to harvest and prepare is essential information for foragers. Join Naturalist Mel for […]
Night Ride: Xenia Station to Cedarville
Xenia Station 150 Miami Avenue, Xenia, OHJoin the GCP&T Trail Sentinels for a 24 mile moonlight ride along the region's bike trails. GCP&T Trail Sentinels are an elite volunteer group who patrol the trails and coordinate several cycling events. All night riders must be 18 and older, wear a helmet and have lights on their bikes. Rides will be cancelled in […]
Wiggle Worms – Earth Day Celebration Evening Edition
Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OHGeared to those ages 2-5, we are celebrating Earth Day this month! And this special occasion brings Wiggle Worms to you in the evening for this month only. Registration is required, space is limited. Our littlest park goers will learn how they can help to "Restore Our Earth" as we take them through a fun […]
Gardening for Butterflies
GCPT Headquarters 635 Dayton-Xenia Rd., Xenia, OHButterflies are beautiful creatures, and they're also excellent pollinators. It's no wonder so many people want to have them around. So, how exactly can we get butterflies into our backyard? Join GCPT volunteer Kathy Estabrook as she tells you how to create a backyard that will serve our winged friends.
Morning Milers – Beavercreek Community Park
Beavercreek Station 1153 N. Fairfield Road, Beavercreek, OHEnjoy the region's bike trails with an early morning ride led by a GCP&T Trail Sentinel. Bikers will begin at either Beavercreek Community Park or Xenia Station. These rides are not for the beginner skill level and may include a short, off-trail portion. Riders must be 18 and over and wear a helmet to participate. […]
Homeschool Science Day – Amphibians
Spring Lakes Park 2191 Ferry Road, Bellbrook, ohioThe truth is stranger than fiction when it comes to amphibians. Learn which ones eat their own skin, change color, and freeze solid, yet come back to life! Participants will get an up close look at frogs, salamanders and other amphibians, go looking for them in the woods, play amphibian games and more during this […]
Poetry in the Park
Fairgrounds Recreation Center 210 Fairground Road, Xenia, OHNew for 2023 ~ Programming geared towards seniors! Join staff for an afternoon of Poetry in the Park. These free programs are for seniors interested in poetry. Spend the afternoon simply listening to poetry recitals or sharing a poem or story and celebrating the love of the written or spoken word. Picnic tables are available, […]
Waders and Warblers Wetlands Tour
Phillips Park 2090 Dayton-Xenia Road, Beavercreek, OH, United StatesThe first wave of migration will bring a variety of warblers, herons, and rails to the wetlands of Greene County. Join us as we search the reeds and rushes for beautiful birds like Sora, Green Heron, and Yellow Warbler. Don't worry, while we'll be looking for waders like herons, we'll stick to the trails where […]
Twist, Tie & Dye
GCPT Headquarters 635 Dayton-Xenia Rd., Xenia, OHHelp us celebrate National Tie Dye Day by creating your own custom design. Each paid registrant will get to choose one project that could range from a T-shirt to socks, to pillow cases and more. Enjoy the art of creating colorful designs by twisting, tying and dyeing. Sizes, styles and quantities will be limited. Long […]
Night Ride: Xenia Station to Young’s Dairy
Xenia Station 150 Miami Avenue, Xenia, OHJoin the GCP&T Trail Sentinels for a 24 mile moonlight ride along the region's bike trails. GCP&T Trail Sentinels are an elite volunteer group who patrol the trails and coordinate several cycling events. All night riders must be 18 and older, wear a helmet and have lights on their bikes. Rides will be cancelled in […]
