Geauga Park District
Nature lovers will learn basic journaling techniques and how to record their nature observations by attending the park district’s monthly Nature Journaling series...
For more information and registration, contact the park district at 440-286-9516 or visit www.geaugaparkdistrict.org. No registration required unless otherwise noted.
Journaling The Great Outdoors
Nature lovers will learn basic journaling techniques and how to record their nature observations by attending the park district’s monthly Nature Journaling series hosted by naturalist Renell Roebuck.
The new year kicks off with journaling introduction sessions Jan. 16, from 1-3:30 p.m., and Jan. 17, from 9:30 a.m. to noon, at The West Woods Nature Center.
Additional wintertime sessions will be winter waters like snow, ice, river and pond on Feb. 27 and 28 at The West Woods’ Affelder House, followed by vernal pools and the critters that use them on March 20 and 21 at The Rookery’s Great Blue Heron Lodge.
Registration is required by phone at 440-286-9516 for the series. A one-time fee of $20 for Geauga County residents, or $24 for out-of-county residents, covers the purchase of a journal, pen and pencil for use during the lessons and beyond. All sessions are partially outdoors, and taking photos is also an option.
Big Kid Fun
On Jan. 15, Scouts in grades nine through 12 may register by phone only for High School Scout Snowshoe Day at The West Woods Nature Center. Two morning sessions are scheduled. In covering the basic use of snowshoes, participants may be meeting some requirements for Girl Scouts’ Snow Adventure or Boy Scouts’ Snow Sports badges.
Then, on Jan. 17, from 1-4 p.m., youth in grades five through 10 can be dropped off at Orchard Hills Park for X-TREME Winter Fun Day. The group will try snowshoes, learn about winter wildlife and warm up by the fire with complimentary hot cocoa and s’mores. Bring a sled for some fun downhill rides. A signed waiver will be required for each participant; registration is required.
Live From Geauga Park District
The park district offers a diverse lineup of live virtual programming using the free software Zoom. These presentations can be easily enjoyed from the comfort and privacy of home for free via a computer, tablet or phone. One must only register to receive a link to participate.
This season, virtual visitors will be treated to the following topics: Citizen Science: Introduction to iNaturalist on Jan. 21, Comeback Critters: Home Again in Ohio on Jan. 23, History Written in Stone: Hidden Cemeteries of Geauga on Feb. 27 and Water Gardening 101 on March 21.
Monthly virtual astronomy programs this season will be Asteroid Explorers on Jan. 28, Dark Matter Discoverieson Feb. 25 and Find Your Way By The Stars on March 25.
Plus, all the year’s Travelogues will also be presented virtually. Experience guest presenters’ worldly travels through photos and stories during Travelogue: Pennsylvania Elk Adventure! on Jan. 23, Travelogue: Thailand – The Elephant Kingdom on Jan. 30 and Travelogue: Think Outside, No Box Required – Exploring Our National Parks on Feb. 6.
