The Clermont County Park District offers public programs throughout the year. Most programs are free. For more information on any of the programs offered, call the Naturalist office at 513-876-9013
Preschool Story Hour: Flowers
Wednesday July 2, 1:30 pm
Sycamore Park
Brightly colored flowers catch the eye of many curious children. Discover the wonders of flowers and listen to a story with a librarian. Each child will plant a flower to take home.
Creek Walk
Thursday July 10, 2:00 pm
Sycamore Park
Follow a naturalist as you explore one of the creeks in Sycamore Park. We'll flip over rocks, look under logs, and search the water for salamanders, crayfish, and other water loving animals. Bring sturdy shoes and be prepared to get your feet wet. Meet at the information kiosk.
Summer Morning Hike
Saturday July 12, 9:00 am
Kelley Nature Preserve
Beat the heat and get outside early. Follow the naturalist for a hike along the Little Miami River. We'll search for singing birds, blooming flowers and more. Meet at the information kiosk.
Wonderful Wildlife
Friday July 18, 11:00 am
Pattison Park
Join the naturalist for an up close look at some of Ohio's wildlife. We'll have a few live animals and a few animal mounts to see and feel. Meet at the picnic shelter.
River Critters
Wednesday July 30, 6:00 pm
Sycamore Park
Cool off by heading to the river and seeing what creatures can be found underwater. Wear old shoes and prepare to be wet as we seine and use kick nets in the East Fork of the Little Miami River. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Meet at Sycamore Woods picnic shelter.
Kids Crafts: Paper and Paint Making
Thursday August 7, 1:00 pm
Chilo Lock 34 Park
Children will make their own recycled paper to take home. We will also investigate ways to make paint from natural materials and use it to decorate the freshly made paper.
Kids Crafts: Natural Wreaths
Thursday August 14, 1:00 pm
Pattison Park
help out the park and make your own wreath! We will use an invasive plant, honeysuckle, and turn it into a beautiful wreath for your child to take home. Meet at the picnic shelter.
Butterfly Walk
Saturday August 16, 1:00 pm
Chilo Lock 34 Park
Take a relaxing hike, explore a meadow and watch as butterflies move from flower to flower. Try your hand with a butterfly net and see how well you can identify these important pollinators. Meet at the visitor center.
Meadow Walk
Saturday August 23, 10:00 am
Kelley Nature Preserve
Join the naturalist for a leisurely summer stroll through the wildflower meadow. We should see a beautiful display of summer wildflowers including; Wild Bergamot, Purple Coneflower, Royal Catchfly, and Grey-headed Coneflower. Meet at the information kiosk.
The Truth About Bats
Friday August 29, 7:00 pm
Chilo Lock 34 Park
Join us as Echo Bats, Inc. dispels myths about bats while sharing interesting tidbits about these flying mammals. You will have the opportunity to meet a Big Brown Bat and take a walk to look for our winged friends.