Darke County Parks is gearing up for fall by offering a variety of fun programs!
Golden Hour Prairie Hike
September 24th, 6pm
Turkeyfoot Preserve
As summer comes to a close, our prairies ignite with autumn blooms and colorful grasses. Spend golden hour on the trails of Turkeyfoot Preserve where we will discover the many plants that call our prairies home. Registration required.
The Wonderful World of Jumping Spiders
September 27th, 6pm
Shawnee Prairie Preserve
Have you ever seen a tiny, furry spider scampering across the floor? If so, there’s a good chance you’ve caught a glimpse of a jumping spider, one of the cutest arachnids on the planet! Come learn all about these fuzzy, misunderstood critters; how they hunt, where they call home, how far they can jump, and much more! Registration required. FREE
Historical Encampment
September 28th-29th
Shawnee Prairie Preserve
Please join us on September 28th from 10am – 5pm and September 29th from 11am-4pm, when we will host another historic encampment at Shawnee Prairie Preserve around the log house education area. We will have long-hunters in the forest, and settlers in the log house baking breads in the cobb oven or cooking over the hearth. There will be smithies in the blacksmith shop, perhaps some farm animals, and many historical interpreters who would love to share their passion for history with you. FREE
Bish Cooperative Market
October 3rd & 17th, 4pm-7pm
Bish Discovery Center
Come buy or sell baked goods, fresh produce, handmade jewelry or art, honey, flowers/houseplants, macrame, ceramics, natural skincare, homemade candles & soaps, and more! Live music & food truck!
For more information, or to register, visit www.darkecountyparks.org or call the Nature Center at 937-548-0165