Wiggle Worms ~Scavenger Hunt Day
James Ranch Park 177 Fairground Road, Xenia, OHOur Wiggle Worms program is back again for another year of fun! This month's topic is Scavenger Hunt Day where our Wiggle Worms and their guests will move throughout the park on a fun scavenger hunt in search of specific items. Will they find all the items? If they do, there will be a sweet […]
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 […]
Morning Milers – Beavercreek Community Park
Beavercreek Community Park 801 Factory Rd, Beavercreek, OH, United StatesEnjoy 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. […]
Managing Backyard Invasives – Spring Wildflowers
Indian Mound Reserve 2750 US Rt 42 E, Cedarville, OHThis program is presented in partnership with Ohio State University Extension. Do you know what plants are growing in your yard? In our backyards, invasive plant species alter the ecosystem by crowding out our native plants that support pollinators and birds. Spring is wildflower season in Ohio's forests, but invasive plants threaten their survival. Join […]
Homeschool Science Day – Birds
Narrows Reserve 2575 Indian Ripple Road, Xenia, OhioWhat's all the chatter about? Find out as you hop from station to station learning about our fine feathered friends. Go on a bird hike, learn what adaptations make birds unique, play bird games and more! For more information call (937) 562-6440.
Western Day
Fairgrounds Recreation Center 210 Fairground Road, Xenia, OHWear your western attire and get ready for some fun and games at our western-themed day in the park! It will include a rustic and nature inspired fun time and will even include a costume contest. Come play horseshoes, listen to western music and make up your own cowboy or cowgirl name! It is sure […]
GTO: Escape Woods
Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OHAre you able to solve our clues to escape the woods at our first GTO of the year? Grab your friends and join us for an evening of adventure as you work together in teams to "escape" the woods of the Russ Nature Reserve? Parents are not required to stay; all participants must be 14-17. […]
Nite Owlz: Trails of Doom!
Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OHWhat could be causing a sense of doom on the trails of the Russ Nature Reserve? Grab your friends, bring your imagination and creative side and try and solve our puzzles to get your group through the park! Don't let doom be your destiny. Parents are not required to stay; all participants must be 10-13. […]
Night Ride: Xenia Station to Jamestown McDonald’s
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 […]
World of Imagination
Russ Nature Reserve 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OHThe world around you can be anything you would like for it to be...if you just use your imagination! Monthly, we will be hosting story time at the Russ Nature Reserve followed by imaginative play in the Lovely Nature Playscape. So, bring along a blanket or some chairs, a snack or two and of course, […]
Birds & Reptiles – Oh, My!
Fairgrounds Recreation Center 210 Fairground Road, Xenia, OHWhen is the last time that you saw or were in close contact with a bird, a turtle, or a snake? Come join GCP&T Naturalist(s) at the Fairground Rec. Center, where you will see some of those beautiful creatures onsite. You will see their beauty and learn about their habitats, their eating habits, and their […]
Fishing at Phillips – Seniors
Phillips Park 2090 Dayton-Xenia Road, Beavercreek, OH, United StatesFishing is one of the most relaxing ways to enjoy the great outdoors at one of our Greene County Parks! Please get out your fishing pole and come on down to the good fishin' at Phillips Parks in Beavercreek. There will be seniors/adults sharing fishing stories and time together while enjoying the calm and serene […]
