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The importance of outdoor play is not a novel concept for Five Rivers MetroParks.
In addition to providing special places to experience natural wonders, MetroParks
has been developing programs children connecting with the outdoors and nature for
years. Find a program below, or head out to your local MetroPark this weekend and
just get outdoors and play!
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| Day | DateTime | Program | Location | Age | Price | Registration Availability |
| Mon , Tue , Wed , Thu , Fri , Sat , Sun |
08/23
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8:00 AM
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5:00 PM
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Ongoing: Get Outside Bookclub
Get ready for some nature adventures right in your backyard! This special reading club for preschoolers includes stories that will kick-start imaginations and get you and your little one outside exploring and discovering. Participants can sign up anytime after August 23 and are asked to complete 6 books and 6 activities from the book club list. More information on programs and materials can be found online (www.metroparks.org/bookclub), or call (937) 277-6545.
| Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark | 3Y - 5Y | Free | |
| Fri |
09/03
5:30 PM
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7:00 PM
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Camouflage!
Let's play outside! Join a naturalist as we play the classic game of Camouflage, also known as Thicket. Participants are encouraged to wear articles of clothing to help them blend in with their surroundings. A brief discussion on different cryptic strategies employed by our local wildlife will take place before play. Wear clothing that is suitable for the elements. Reservations required and limited; call (937) 277-3413 Monday through Friday or register online. Passport to Nature
| Taylorsville MetroPark | All Ages | Free |  |
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10/14
4:00 PM
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5:30 PM
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Outdoor Explorers Club
Each week, Club members have fun getting to know the natural world through play and planned activities such as rock skipping, following animal tracks, turning over rocks and logs, building forts, and digging holes. Reservations required and limited: Call (937) 277-6545 or register online.
| Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark | 8Y - 12Y | Free | |
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Past Activities
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The programs below have been run in the past and may appear in the future. Call
(937) 275-PARK to find out when they may be offered again or to put in a request.
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Protecting Your Child from “Nature-Deficit Disorder”
As an attentive
parent, you’ve observed how obsessive your child can be over computers, video games
and television. You’ve heard compelling statistics connecting you child’s behavior
with obesity, lack of imagination and diminishing care for our environment. Come
explore this research and learn methods to guide your child back to nature. You
will also learn how to turn your backyard into a nature discovery playground, providing
a place where your children can re-connect with nature.
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Family Nature Games
Bring your family and learn how to inject fun into your nature hikes by playing
games that teach ecological principals.
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Prairie Games
Discover why prairies are one of the best places to play in winter. Bring the family
and play nature games in this tall grass habitat.
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Parks with Outdoor Play |
No special amenities are needed for outdoor play, just space to run and roam. At Five Rivers MetroParks, we’ve got over 14,000 acres of nature to do just that. Pick a park and start playing!
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Outdoor Explorers Club (ages 8 – 12)
Get your kids away from the television and out into the fresh air! Outdoor play
for children builds healthy bodies, releases pent up energy and stress, and encourages
creativity and a curiosity to learn.
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Passport to Nature
Travel through your MetroParks and discover nature and fun!
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Featured Park/Amenity
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Adventure Central at Wesleyan MetroPark
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Volunteer to be a Play Naturalist:
If you would like to volunteer to be a Play Naturalist, please call (937) 275-PARK.
Volunteers will be asked to work 2-4 hour shifts on Saturday or Sunday in one of our
parks and will work with small groups for extended periods. You don't need to be
knowledgeable about nature, just enthusiastic.
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