The month includes opportunities to do yoga, learn how to collect soil samples and help at the nursery.
Planting Natives: Thursday, 9:30-11 a.m. at W.W. Knight Nature Preserve, 29530 White Road, Perrysburg.
Join us in our quest to restore the natural ecosystem by helping plant native plants grown in the park district’s greenhouse. All tools provided. Register at wcparks.org/volunteer.
Fall Yoga in the Parks: Monday, Oct. 16, 23, 30, 6-7 p.m. at W.W. Knight Nature Preserve. Join Glory Meyer this season for an all-levels yoga practice at the serene and peaceful W.W. Knight Nature Preserve. This practice will be a combination of standing poses and poses on the mat. Modification for leveling the practice up or down will be provided so that everyone experiences the unique level of practice needed for their body. No yoga experience is necessary; both beginners and experienced yogis are welcome. Bring your own mat and a water bottle. Registration will close before the beginning of the first class. Program fee: $24. Register: wcparks.org or 419-353-1897.
Native Nursery Night: Thursday, 5:30-7 p.m. at J.C. Reuthinger Memorial Preserve, 30730 Oregon Road, Perrysburg. Help plant, maintain and harvest seed from the native plants in the nursery. All tools provided. Training will be provided at the beginning of the program. Register at wcparks.org/volunteer.
Hibernate, Hike or Hunker: Thursday, 6:30-8 p.m. at W.W. Knight Nature Preserve. As winter approaches there are a myriad of strategies that our local animals use to deal with our potentially harsh Ohio winters. Bring the family to meet some of our animal ambassadors, feel some furs and learn how you might help critters overwinter near you. Program is free. Register: wcparks.org or 419-353-1897.
CPR Certification at the Park: Oct. 14, 8 a.m. to noon at Park District Headquarters, 18729 Mercer Road, Bowling Green. Get certified in adult, child, and infant CPR and AED use and learn choking relief. This American Heart Association course is taught by certified park district staff. Participants must be at least 14 years of age. Registration deadline is Tuesday. Card certification cost: $20, must be paid before class. Register: wcparks.org or 419-353-1897.
Nurture the Nursery: Oct. 17; 10 a.m. to noon at J.C. Reuthinger Memorial Preserve. Help plant, maintain and harvest seed from the native plants in the nursery. All tools provided. Training will be provided at the beginning of the program. Register at wcparks.org/volunteer.
Coffee with the Birds: Oct. 18, 8:30-10 a.m. at Bradner Preserve, 11491 Fostoria Road, Bradner. Enjoy a birding stroll with coffee. We’ll be visiting a different park each date and starting with a warm drink before heading out on the trail. Register for one or all monthly programs. Program is free. Register: wcparks.org or 419-353-1897.
Soils and Fertility 101: Oct. 25, 6-7 p.m. at Carter Historic Farm, 18331 Carter Road, Bowling Green. Soil is the foundation of every successful garden and production system. Plants need healthy soil to grow and produce and healthy soil = healthy plants. Learn how to collect a soil sample for testing. Learn how to interpret the soil test report when it comes back. Learn what the nutrients in the soil do for the plant so that you can improve your soil and improve yields. Leader: Michelle Wallace, Central State Extension educator. Program is free. Register: wcparks.org or 419-353-1897.
Fall Foliage Fun Walk: Oct. 19, 10-11:30 a.m. at Bradner Nature Center. Everyone is welcome to enjoy the most colorful time of year in the woods of Bradner Preserve. Learn a little about why some leaves turn red, orange, yellow, purple or brown. Program is free. Register: wcparks.org or 419-353-1897.
Reading Retreat: Oct. 22, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 1:30-5:30 p.m. at W.W. Knight Nature Preserve. Join this unique retreat for readers held at W.W. Knight Preserve, and create the experience you want to have. Included in each session are opportunities to do yoga, swap books, hear from a local author, journal in nature, and attend a book discussion. Do it all or just do some, spend your free time reading in our beautiful location. This event is co-hosted by Gathering Volumes, Way Public Library and Wood County Park District. Snacks and beverages will be provided. Choose from a morning or afternoon session and only register for one session. This retreat is intended for adults only. Register at waylibrary.info. Program is free.
Spooky Geocaching: Oct. 25, 4-7 p.m. at W.W. Knight Nature Preserve. Search the forest for hidden pumpkins that tell mysterious riddles. Solve them all to get as many treats as possible. Stop by anytime between 4 and 7 p.m. to borrow a GPS unit or bring your smartphone with the Google Maps app and search for hidden geocaches in the park – costumes encouraged. Dress for the weather and be prepared for substantial walking and self-guided exploration. No need to bring anything for exchange. Program is free and no registration is needed.
Native Nursery Night Wrap-up: Oct. 26, 5:30-7 p.m. at J.C. Reuthinger Memorial Preserve. Help plant, maintain and harvest seed from the native plants in the nursery. All tools provided. Training will be provided at the beginning of the program. Register at wcparks.org/volunteer.
Project Feederwatch: Oct. 28, 10-11:30 a.m. at W.W. Knight Nature Preserve. Join citizen scientists around the world to count wintering birds. A presentation about how to identify and count the birds will be followed by a practice session at the feeders. Program is free. Register: wcparks.org or 419-353-1897
