2010 Programs

For more information, contact Rich Niccum at 740-524-8600, ext. 3, or rniccum@preservationparks.com

Preservation Parks offers a variety of workshops and programs that will appeal to a broad range of interests, including hands-on activities, lectures and temporary displays.
















 

Spined Micrathena

Look for these oddly-shaped spiders with a large rear and spiny black projections as you walk through the woods this time of year. .
 

 

They build their large orb webs, with a tight spiral, "face high" across walking paths.

The spiders are harmless to humans and you could practice your limbo skills as you try to avoid destroying their webs.
 

 

 
Family Outings Preservation Parks offers a variety of walks and programs that will appeal to the entire family.

These programs are free and there is no registration required, so join us in the parks. 

Programs are for all ages unless otherwise noted.
 

Golden Marathon

Complete a marathon in easy stages by joining this walking group. Each week visit a different park in Delaware County and walk two to three miles. At the end of three months you will have walked at least 26.2 miles! Make new friends, improve your health, have fun, and get to know your local parks.

Call Saundra McBrearty at 740-524-2600 ext. 6 for more information.

Senior Citizens, Inc., offers DATA bus transportation to the sites for $1.00. For information, call 740-369-5133.

Home School Adventures

This new program, for home schooled children ages 7-11, is held one Thursday morning a month. Participants will learn about nature through hands-on activities, held both indoors and outdoors. Dress for the weather. Registration is not required.

See schedule for location, time and dates.
 

Hound Hikes

Hound Hikes let nature lovers bring their dogs to our pet-friendly trails. The one- to two-mile hikes are for dogs and their owners. Each dog will get a bandana and receive a paw print for each hike completed. See schedule for dates, times and locations.

Park Explorers

This program gives youth, ages 6-12, the opportunity to explore and investigate nature through fun, hands-on activities.

Preschool Park Pals

Preschoolers, age 3-5, explore and investigate a variety of natural topics. Dress for the weather and outdoor exploration. See schedule for locations, dates and times.

Space is limited and registration is required. E-mail: register@preservationparks.com or call 740-524-8600, ext. 3

Summer Explorers'
Camp
Designed for children ages 8-12, the Explorers Program introduces children to, and instructs them in, a variety of nature topics. Through exploration, discussion, experimentation and creative activities, children learn about their natural environment and its relationship to their lives.
 
Registration for 2011 camp will begin in spring, 2011.
 


School Programs

Nature Extensions
Developed to assist teachers in nature education, the Nature Extension Program offers several nature topics each school year and brings interactive nature displays and activities into the classroom upon request. Through a combination of lecture, demonstrations, and hands-on activities, students are exposed to a variety of exciting nature subjects. Current programs offered are:
   
  • Bat Chat
  • Beaks & Feet
  • Bugs & Slugs
  • Creek Critters
  • Earth Rocks
  • Flower Power
  • For the Birds
  • Hip Hoppers
  • Hitchhikers & Parachutes
  • Night Owls
  • Out On A Limb
  • Regal Eagles
  • Scales & Tails
  • Talon-ted Raptors
  • Tracks & Scat
  • Warm Fuzzies
  • Water Matters
  • Winged Beauties

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    Preservation Parks of Delaware County | 2656 Hogback Road | Sunbury, Ohio 43074 | 740-524-8600 | Fax: 740-524-8200