4.15.2026 By Erin Parker, Interpretive Services Supervisor Spring arrives in fits and starts, but one clear sign that the season has changed, regardless of the temperature, is the soundscape of any outdoor adventure! From frogs and toads to the songs…
4.8.2026 By Stephanie Kozak, Park Interpreter Spring has sprung, everyone! The first day of spring has officially passed, the weather is getting warmer, spring holidays are upon us, and many of us are feeling that familiar spring fever. Like many…
4.1.2026 By Erin Parker, Interpretive Services Supervisor April in the Metroparks brings us birds, blooms, and bugs and your Metroparks are a great place to experience spring phenomena! Birdy return While the peak of the migration season is still…
REGISTER HERE Parents, are your kids tired of staying inside all winter? Bring them to Oakwoods for Outdoor Adventure Kids (OAK). This program aims to foster a love of nature, creative problem-solving, and communication skills, all while being outdoors in…
Click the program links below to learn more about each program. Say Good Night to the Babies Brunch with the Babies Spring Festival
It’s time for Raptor Fest! Enjoy a day of free activities and crafts about birds-of-prey that are fun for all ages. Join us for a guided hike for a chance to view our resident raptors through spotting scopes and visit…
Come out to the nature center for a Frog-filled Funfest! Attendees will be able to participate in hikes to our frog habitats where the anthems of our amphibian friends can be heard. Back at the nature center, there will be…
REGISTER HERE Come join us for an exciting workshop to learn a variety of nature journaling techniques. A journal and limited art supplies will be provided but you are encouraged to bring your own additional supplies! Expect to spend time…
REGISTER HERE Discover how to make the most of your garden while caring for nature and creating a thriving, beautiful backyard ecosystem. The Garden Club at Indian Springs meets monthly to explore a variety of gardening topics, with something new…
3.25.2026 By Kim Sherwin, Park Interpreter As the snow melts and the rainwater pelts the ground, you may notice low lying areas in the forest begin to puddle. At first, it’s quiet, but in a short while, these areas become…
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