PARKS CALENDAR
Fool Tom the Turkey
Fool Tom the Turkey is back this year and will test your knowledge about wild turkeys during this fun family activity. Tom the Turkey will be held Nov.914 at Smith Park in New Carlisle and will be hiding in 5 different locations to ask questions to try and fool you. Submit your answers by email to nationaltrail@ springfiledohio.gov. Each correct answer counts as an entry into a drawing for the chance to win a gift certificate from Bowman and Landes Turkeys. Tom the Turkey will move to
Old Reid Park Nov.16-20. The sponsor of Fool Tom the Turkey is Bowman and Landes Turkeys. For more information call the National Trail Parks and Recreation District at 937328-7275.
Thanksgiving Shoebox Parade Float Entry
Enter the second annual Thanksgiving Shoebox Parade. You can enter as a family, business, organization, or individual. Create a float using a shoebox or something similar and drop it off at the National Trail Parks and Recreation District Administration Building by Nov.12. Your float will be pulled along our road and city backdrop while the parade announcers read its description, just like in our favorite holiday parades.
The parade will be aired on the NTPRD Facebook page Thanksgiving morning. Go to ntprd.org to find rules and regulations before submitting your float. For more information call 937328-7275.
Anime Club Jr.
Anime Club Jr. is for youth ages 8-12 and is scheduled for Tuesday, Nov.16 from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. at the NTPRD Administration Building. Get together with friends who love anime and manga as much as you do. Club meetings will involve discussing anime, learning about Japanese culture, watching anime, drawing, and more. The registration fee is $5 and the deadline to register is Nov. 12. Anime for youth ages 13-15 will be held on Thursday, Nov. 18 from 6 - 7:30 p.m. Registration is available online or by calling 937328-7275.
Trail Tots
Trail Tots is for ages 3-5 (with an adult) and will be held on Thursday, Nov. 18 from 10 - 11 a.m. at the NTPRD Administration Building. This outdoor nature-based outdoor program is designed to allow your tot to explore the outdoors with handson-activities, sensory play, music and nature walks. The registration fee is $8 and the deadline to register is Nov. 12. For more information call 937-3287275.
Pilgrim Plunge
The Pilgrim Plunge is scheduled for Friday, Nov.19 from 6 - 8 p.m. at the Wittenberg University Natatorium. Dive into the holidays with fun in the pool. Children 7 and under must have an adult at least 18 years of age with them in the water. The pre-registration fee is $3 and registration is available online by going to ntprd.org.
Stamp-a-stack
Stamp-a-stack is for ages 16 and older and will be held on Saturday, Nov. 20 from 10 a.m. to noon at the NTPRD Administration Building. Wow your friends this holiday season with hand-made Christmas cards. Instruction and all supplies needed will be supplied to complete 12 cards. Light snacks will be provided. The registration fee is $30 and the deadline to register is Nov.12. Registration is available online by going to ntprd.org or in person at the NTPRD Administration Building.
Trail Hikers
Trail Hikers is held on Wednesdays from 10-11 a.m. The first, third and fifth Wednesday of the month is held at Rebert Pike Nature Park and at the Kirby Preserve on the second and fourth weeks. These guided, self-paced hikes allow you to explore and enjoy our local natural environment. These trails are all natural so be sure to wear your hiking boots. Registration is required and space is limited. Registration is available online by going to ntprd.org or by calling 937328-7275.
Trail Walkers
Trail Walkers is open to adults ages 18 and older and held on Tuesdays from 10-11 a.m. The walk on November 16 will be held on the Simon Kenton Trail and meeting at the Eagle City Soccer Complex.
Trail Walkers is a walking program which highlights the multi-purpose trail system while promoting fitness, fellowship and fun. Registration is required and available online by going to ntprd.org or by calling 937328-7275.