Loveland, Ohio – Here are the upcoming events presented by Clermont County Parks and we highlight two in particular, one in Historic Downtown along the Loveland Bike Trail and one at the Kelly Nature Preserve, 13 minutes from downtown Loveland.
Trail Encounter Tuesdays: Predators vs Prey
Nisbet Park
Tuesday May 23 from 3:30-5:30 pm
What makes a coyote or owl a good hunter? How do rabbits and mice avoid being caught? Drop by to meet some live Ohio animals, make a craft, and have a mini adventure. Free, no registration required.
Back to Nature: Animal Folklore
Kelley Nature Preserve
Saturday, May 13 at 3 pm
Learn about the wildlife that has lived in Ohio’s past and present, as we interact with live animals, discuss biofacts, and walk through the forest. We’ll also dive into topics surrounding traditional beliefs, customs, and stories surrounding these animals. Free, no registration required.
297 Center Street (State Route 126)
Loveland, OH 45140
| Knee-High Naturalists: Habitats Shor Park Tuesday May 2 at 4:30 pmListen to a story, have a mini-adventure, and make your own craft take home. Program will be outdoors. Designed for ages 3 to 5, all kids welcome. Free, no registration required.Spring Bird Walks Chilo Lock 34 Park Friday May 5 and 12 from 9-10amOver 200 species of birds have been seen at Chilo Lock 34 Park and adjacent Crooked Run Nature Preserve! Join us for these morning walks during the height of migration to see what birds have arrived. Best for ages 12 and up. Free, no registration required.Paint Like Bob Ross Clingman Park Saturday, May 6 from 4-7 pm Learn to paint happy little trees, just like Bob Ross did! Bring a friend and enjoy a night of painting with Yes! You Can Paint! Light bites and inspiring scenery will be provided. $40 per person, register here. Landowner Conservation Series: Stormwater Management Our Landowner Conservation series gives you ways to practice conservation on and protect your land! This month, learn why managing stormwater and the pollutants it carries will be beneficial to your property, including decreased flooding and erosion. Free and designed for adults, register here. Nature Play Days Come by for an open-ended, creative play session at the park. We provide a variety of nature-based activities to encourage meaningful experiences in nature. Children will learn about the world through nature exploration, active games, and crafts. Free, no registration required. Matt Maupin Memorial Fishing Derby for Kids Bring a fishing pole and join us for a day of fishing and fun presented by the Clermont Park District and East Fork Bass Anglers. Fishing Contests are from 11 am to 12:30 pm and are intended for ages 15 and under. Free, no registration required. History Walking Tour Come take a guided tour of the Ohio River Museum at Chilo Lock 34 Park! Connect with this unique facility, see how the river has changed, and learn about the history of living and working on the Ohio River. Free, no registration required. Back to Nature: Animal Folklore Learn about the wildlife that has lived in Ohio’s past and present, as we interact with live animals, discuss biofacts, and walk through the forest. We’ll also dive into topics surrounding traditional beliefs, customs, and stories surrounding these animals. Free, no registration required. |
| Budding Birders Chilo Lock 34 Park Sunday, May 14 at 9:30 amBirding is a wonderful way to get kids outside to learn and have fun! We’ll listen for bird calls, use binoculars to see birds up close, and feel feathers during a bird scavenger hunt at the park. Free, no registration required.Critter Feeding Park District Headquarters – Interpretive Office Sunday Dec. 4 at 3 p.m.Stop by to see our cold-blooded critters eat their lunch and learn what local wildlife do to survive the winter. Learn the unique stories of our animals and maybe YOU can help feed one of them! Program will be held indoors. Interpretive office is located at 2156 US Hwy 50, Batavia, Ohio, at the back of the building. All ages. Free, no registration required.Knee-High Naturalists: Habitats Chilo Lock 34 Park Thursday May 18 at 10 am Listen to a story, have a mini-adventure, and make your own craft take home. Program will be outdoors. Designed for ages 3 to 5, all kids welcome. Free, no registration required. Trail Encounter Tuesdays: Predators vs Prey What makes a coyote or owl a good hunter? How do rabbits and mice avoid being caught? Drop by to meet some live Ohio animals, make a craft, and have a mini adventure. Free, no registration required. Nature Nights: Bats Enjoy nature in a different way by exploring the sights and sounds of nightfall. This month, we will meet a live bat, then take a hike to look and listen for bats along the trail. Free, no registration required. Homeschool Discovery Day: Animal Babies Explore the similarities and differences between animal babies nad their parents. We will meet live animals, explore the park to look for young animal habitats, and delve into some hands-on activities. Best for ages 6 through 13. Free, register here. Morning Nature Walk Take a walk with a naturalist through Crooked Run Nature Preserve to see flowers in bloom, signs of wildlife, and happenings along the river! The hike will be approximately 1.2 miles, trails are mostly flat but not accessible. Meet in the east parking lot near the yurts. Free, no registration required. Nature Crafts: Making Paper Create pigments from natural materials, forage for plants that can be used for pigment, and create artwork using the paints you make. Free, register here. |
