PARKS CALENDAR

Finding Finnegan: Finnegan the Leprechaun is at it again and will be hiding in the Springfield, Donnelsville and Northridge areas through March 20. Check the National Trail Parks and Recreation District Facebook page or visit ntprd.org for weekly clues and then search for Finnegan. Send a picture of yourself with Finnegan in the background to get entered into a weekly drawing for Finnegan’s pot of prizes. Finnegan will move the Monday of each week to a new hiding spot. Send your photo by tagging National Trail on Facebook or emailing it to nationaltrail@springfieldohio.gov. For more information call 937328-7275.

Trail Tots: Trail tots is for children ages 3-5 along with a caregiver and will be held on Thursday, March 16 from 10-11 a.m. at the National Trail Parks and Recreation District. Children will learn about nature during this outdoor program while having fun and meeting new friends. Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a story, craft and games. The registration fee is $8 and the deadline to register is March 13. For more information call 937328-7275.

Anime Club JR: Anime Club Jr is for youth ages 8-12 and will be held on Tuesday, March 21 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the National Trail Parks and Recreation District Administration Building. Get together with friends who love anime and manga as much as you do. Club meetings will involve discussing our favorite anime, learning more about Japanese culture, drawing and more. The registration fee is $5 per class and the deadline to register is March 17.

Bluebird Habitat Chat: The Bluebird Habitat Chat is for ages 16 and older and will be held on Thursday, March 23 from

6-7 p.m. at the National Trail Parks and Recreation District Administration Building. Learn more about bluebirds and their habitat and how to create a habitat in your own backyard. Learn how volunteer naturalists monitor bluebird activity in the parks during this educational program. Registered participants will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a bluebird nesting box. This program is free. The registration deadline is March 17. For more information call 937328-7275.

Lego Challengers: Lego Challengers is for youth ages 8-12 and is scheduled for

Friday, March 24 from 5:306:30 p.m. at the National Trail Parks and Recreation District Administration Building. This program will feature Lego challenges like recreating scenes from memory building items, solving STEM problems, and more. The registration fee is $5 per challenge and the deadline to register is March 20. For more information call 937-328-7275.

Stamp- A-stack Spring Addition: Stamp- A-stack is for ages 16 and older and will be held on Saturday, March 25 from 10 a.m. to noon at the National Trail Parks and Recreation

District Administration Building. Replenish your card supply for the new year. You will make 12 cards for special occasions. All supplies and instruction will be included. The registration fee is $30 and the deadline to register is March 17. For more information call 937-328-7275.

Beginning Beekeeping Workshop: A Beginning Beekeeping Workshop is open to ages 18 and older and will be held as two-part class on Thursday, March 30 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. and Saturday, April 1 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the National Trail Parks and Recreation District Administration Building. Discover the science of beekeeping and learn how to start your own hive and the importance of honeybees during this workshop. The instructors are Certified Master Beekeepers. The registration fee is $40 and the deadline to register is March 24. Registration is available online by going to ntprd. org or in person at the NTPRD Administration Building. For more information call 937-328-7275.

Waterfowl Walk: A Waterfowl Walk for ages 16 and older will be held on Friday, March 31 from 8-9 a.m. at Old Reid Park. Look for ducks and other water birds during this morning walk. Get a close up look at several species of ducks as well as spot a variety of birds. Bring binoculars if you have them. This program is free and registration is required by March 29.

Wildlife Encounters: Wildlife Encounters is for youth ages 5-12, along with a caregiver, and will be held on Thursday, April 6 from 10-11 a.m. at the National Trail Parks and Recreation District Administration Building. Meet live animals native to Ohio. Gain a greater appreciation for Ohio wildlife and the diverse habitats Ohio has to offer. Participants will receive a craft kit to go. The registration fee is $8 which includes one child and one adult. The deadline to register is March 31. Registration is available online by going to ntprd.org or in person at the NTPRD Administration Building. For more information call 937-328-7275.

Trail Hikers: Trail Hikers is held on Wednesdays from 10-11 a.m. These guided, self-paced hikes allow you to explore our local natural environment. These trails are all natural so be sure to wear your hiking boots. Hikers must complete a yearly registration form before their first hike. Go to ntprd.org to check out the Trail Hikers schedule. Registration is available online by going to ntprd. org or by calling 937-328-7275.

Trail Walkers: Trail Walkers will return for the season on Tuesday, March 21 from 10-11 a.m. on the Buck Creek Trail and will meet at the NTPRD Administration Building. Trail Walkers is a guided walking program which highlights the multi-purpose trail system while promoting fitness, fellowship and fun. These guided walks will get you moving outdoors while you learn more about the local trails. Before the first walk participants must complete a yearly registration form. For more information call 937-328-7275.