PARKS CALENDAR
Furry Family Photos
Furry Family Photos will be Thursday, Dec. 2 from 4-7 p.m. at the Snyder
Park Clubhouse. Receive a picture of your family including the four-legged members. Fee is $10 and includes three different pictures (photographer’s choice) emailed directly to you to print as many as you wish. This program is held in partnership with the Clark County SPCA.
Yuletide Celebration
The Yuletide Celebration will take place in Snyder Park on Friday, Dec. 3 from 5-8 p.m. Celebrate the holiday season making merry memories. Start off the festive weekend by stopping by the Snyder Park Clubhouse to get into the holiday spirit. Kids of all ages can listen to holiday music, take a horse drawn sleigh ride and enjoy the beautiful holiday displays and of course visit with Santa. Bring the family for photo opportunities throughout the surrounding areas. For more information call the National Trail Parks and Recreation District at 937-328-7275.
Yuletide Card Competition
A Yuletide Card Competition will take place the week of Dec. 3-10 at the Snyder Park Clubhouse. Beautiful cards will be on display celebrating classic holiday movies that have been designed by local agencies. Vote for your favorite card. The winner will be announced on Tuesday, Dec. 14.
The Night Tree
The Night Tree will be held on Friday, Dec. 10 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the Snyder Park Clubhouse Shelterhouse. Enjoy the reading of Eve Bunting’s book and making natural decorations to decorate a wildlife tree in the park.
All children must be accompanied by an adult. This free program is held in partnership with the Clark County Park District. Registration is required and the deadline to register is Dece. 10. Registration is available online by going to www.ntprd.org or by calling 937-328-7275.
Hula Hoop Weaving is for youth ages 12 and older and will be held on Saturday, Dec. 11 from 10-11:30 a.m. at the National Trail Parks and Recreation District Administration Building. Learn how to weave using old t-shirts and a hula hoop as a loom. Participants will get to take home their hula hoop and either a pot holder or circular rug. T-shirts will be provided, but feel free to bring your own. The registration fee is $10 and the deadline to register is Dec. 3. For more information call 937-3287275.
Trail Tots
Trail Tots is for children ages 3-5 along with an adult and will be held on Thursday, Dec. 16 from 10-11 a.m. at the NTPRD Administration Building. This nature based outdoor program is designed to allow your tot to explore the outdoors in winter with sensory-play, music and nature walks. It will help foster a sense of wonder and develop respect for our natural world. The registration fee is $8 and the deadline to register is Dec. 10. Registration is available online by going to www.ntprd.org or in person at the National Trail Parks and Recreation District Administration Building.
Welcome Winter Hike
The Welcome Winter Hike is for ages 6 and older and will take place at the Rebert Pike Nature Park on Saturday, Dec. 18 from 1011 a.m. Learn how our local wildlife welcomes winter on this guided nature hike. Find out how animals, insects and plants prepare for and survive the winter on this free hike. Registration is required and the deadline to register is Dec. 13.
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 Dec. 7 will be held on the Simon Kenton
Trail and meeting at the Eagle City Soccer Complex. Trail Walkers is an organized 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.