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Darke County Parks:
Changes Coming
To Annual Luminary Event
The Darke County Parks invites you to their 11th annual Walkin’ in a
Winter Wonderland at Shawnee Prairie Preserve! On Saturday, December
1st from 6pm – 9pm, join us for one of our favorite events of the year,
including many of your favorite festive actives, including over 500
luminaries, log house visitations and refreshments, marshmallow
roasting, campfires, children’s crafts, gingerbread cookie decorating,
nature gift shop sales, a visit from Santa and more!
After last year’s record number of attendees a few changes were
required to ensure this popular event continues to run smoothly.
A new parking destination will be located at the 130 Winchester
entrance (look for the signs), just east of the main entrance to
Shawnee Prairie on OH-502. From the new parking area, illuminated
wagons pulled by tractors will be available to provide transportation
to and from the main trail or if you choose, you can extend your walk
in the woods by just a short distance all while enjoying even more
luminaries! The main park entrance will be blocked and only those
with handicap parking placards or plates will be able to enter.
On top of the hill, between the Log House and the Nature Center, the
Stillwater Stargazers will have telescopes set up and allowing for
stunning views into the heavens above. The winter night sky always is
spectacular!
Also new for 2018, the Park District is also asking that you call to
register for this FREE event. Registrations only require a moment
of time and will allow for more accurate planning regarding the amount
of supplies needed for activities and how many vehicles can be
expected. To register, simply call the Nature Center at
937-548-0165 or email at info@darkecountyparks.org.
With the addition of tractor wagon rides, new and easier parking
location and all of your other favorites, the Park District is looking
forward to a fun-filled evening welcoming in a peaceful holiday season!
Please call 937-548-0165 if you have questions, need directions or
would like to register.
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