Upcoming Programs & EventsFishing Derby
Saturday, June 8 9-11am Lowe-Volk Park Join CPD staff and volunteers for our annual fishing derby. Children ages 5-12 can enjoy this activity at the Lowe-Volk pond. Prizes will be awarded in many categories such as biggest catch and smallest catch. You must provide your own fishing pole, tackle, and bait. Make it a family event! Registration starts at 8:30am. Canoeing Thursday, June 13 5pm Neff Reservoir Stop out for an evening paddle around Neff Reservoir. After learning some canoeing basics and safety, you will then take to the water! Please wear shoes that can get wet. All equipment will be provided. No registration required, but it will be first come, first served. Feeding Day Monday, June 17 5pm Lowe-Volk Park Our animal ambassadors get a variety of foods. Some prefer worms or mice, while others munch on leafy greens, fruits, and vegetables. Stop by to help prepare some of the animals’ meals and then watch as they gobble it up. Mud Day Saturday, June 22 11am-1pm Lowe-Volk Park Current science points to many positive attributes of playing in the dirt. Why not help the CPD celebrate International Mud Day! There will be opportunities to just get your toes or hands muddy… or to get completely covered in mud! Jefferson Twp. Fire Department will be on hand to give you a rinse. Fun for the whole family! Viewing the Night Sky Saturday, June 22 9:30pm Lowe-Volk Park Join members of the Crawford Park Astronomy Club as they share their knowledge and telescope skills with all who are interested in celestial sights. Some of the targets for summer are: Big Dipper – an asterism, several large galaxies in the area, and Mizar and its companion star Alcor. Arcturus – the 4th brightest star in our sky, part of constellation Boötes: the Herdsman, and has a double star Epsilon Boötis. Corona Borealis – “the Northern Crown”, 73rd constellation in size, and found between Boötes and Hercules. Hercules – 25,000 light-years away, a great object to observe, some of the oldest stars in our galaxy, and home to the Great Globular Cluster (M13). M92 – one of the brightest globular clusters in the Milky Way, found in the constellation Hercules, and is farther than M13. Cat’s Eye Nebula (NGC 6543) – one of the first planetary nebulae to be discovered, it’s expanding gas from a dying star, 3000 light-years away, and found in the constellation Draco. Scorpius – the “Scorpion”, contains the closest globular cluster M4, and home of a carbon star named Antares - which is a red super giant star. The center of the Milky Way – the area our whole galaxy rotates around. Lowe-Volk Park is located 3 miles north of US Route 30. For more information on other programs offered by the Crawford Park District, visit our web site at www.crawfordpd.org or follow us on Facebook. Archery Tuesday, June 25 5-7pm Lowe-Volk Park Whether for sport, food, or fun, archery is a great outdoor activity that gets us away from the hustle and gadgets of life, allowing us to focus on one thing: hitting the target. Join us for an archery shoot that will include an introduction to archery safety and shooting basics. All equipment will be provided. Call the Park District at 419-683-9000 to register. Carpenter’s Bottom Saturday, June 29 2pm Carpenter’s Bottom Join Rich Carpenter as he regals the stories and history of Carpenter’s Bottom. Bill Fisher will also be on hand to cover the natural history aspects of this program. Participants can hike along, or if you have one, golf carts can also be used to cruise the trails. Note: this is a special one-time use of golf carts at Carpenter’s Bottom. Viewing the Night Sky Saturday, June 29 9:30pm Lowe-Volk Park Join members of the Crawford Park Astronomy Club as they share their knowledge and telescope skills with all who are interested in celestial sights. Some of the targets for summer are: Big Dipper – an asterism, several large galaxies in the area, and Mizar and its companion star Alcor. Arcturus – the 4th brightest star in our sky, part of constellation Boötes: the Herdsman, and has a double star Epsilon Boötis. Corona Borealis – “the Northern Crown”, 73rd constellation in size, and found between Boötes and Hercules. Hercules – 25,000 light-years away, a great object to observe, some of the oldest stars in our galaxy, and home to the Great Globular Cluster (M13). M92 – one of the brightest globular clusters in the Milky Way, found in the constellation Hercules, and is farther than M13. Cat’s Eye Nebula (NGC 6543) – one of the first planetary nebulae to be discovered, it’s expanding gas from a dying star, 3000 light-years away, and found in the constellation Draco. Scorpius – the “Scorpion”, contains the closest globular cluster M4, and home of a carbon star named Antares - which is a red super giant star. The center of the Milky Way – the area our whole galaxy rotates around. Lowe-Volk Park is located 3 miles north of US Route 30. For more information on other programs offered by the Crawford Park District, visit our web site at www.crawfordpd.org or follow us on Facebook. Hobby Maple Syrup Production Saturday, July 6 1pm Lowe-Volk Park Join Ohio State University Extension at Lowe-Volk Park to talk about hobby maple syrup production! If you have access to a few maple trees, whether growing in your yard or in a woodland, you can produce your own maple syrup and perhaps even have enough to use as gifts for family or friends. It’s easy, great fun, and a very educational family activity. Railroads of Crawford County Tuesday, July 9 6pm Lowe-Volk Park Kevin Kohls, a lifelong student of railroads, will be presenting a program on the Railroads of Crawford County. Animal Extravaganza Saturday, July 13 12-3pm Lowe-Volk Park Animal lovers are in for a treat! Come experience snakes, salamanders, turtles, invertebrates, and much more. Various pet owners will be on hand to answer your questions and to allow you to hold and touch when appropriate. Get your face painted! Do a kid’s activity! A great family event you won’t want to miss! Food concessions will be available. Canoeing Tuesday, July 16 5pm Neff Reservoir Stop out for an evening paddle around Neff Reservoir. After learning some canoeing basics and safety, you will then take to the water! Please wear shoes that can get wet. All equipment will be provided. No registration required, but it will be first come, first served. Johnny Appleseed: Why Johnny Lives on in America’s Collective Memory Thursday, July 18 6pm Lowe-Volk Park Elaine Gebhardt-Naples, Tourism Consultant for the Bucyrus Tourism & Visitors Bureau and Board Member of Norton Bicentennial Inc. will give a presentation on Johnny Appleseed. Elaine will discuss John Chapman (a.k.a. Johnny Appleseed) both in the national, historical context, as well as his “roots” in Bucyrus and Crawford County. This presentation will also review the upcoming plans to commemorate Johnny Appleseed in the developing Norton Park, located on the north end of Bucyrus. Norton Park will be located just off North Sandusky Avenue and adjacent to Harmon Park. This presentation is designed for persons ages 16 and older. Girl Scout Day Saturday, July 20 12-4pm Lowe-Volk Park Are you a Girl Scout or interested in joining Girl Scouts? If so, join us for a day of nature fun in the park! Activities to complete nature badges for all age levels will be available along with general nature activities. Girl Scouts from all troops are welcome! If you would like to attend the EcoLearner and EcoFriend badge program from 1-3pm, please call the office at 419-683-9000 to register. You do not need to register for the other programs and activities. Feeding Day Monday, July 22 5pm Lowe-Volk Park The animals that reside in the Nature Center get a variety of food. Some prefer worms or mice, while others gobble up leafy greens and vegetables. Stop by to help Lisa feed some of our animal ambassadors. Archery Thursday, July 25 5-7pm Lowe-Volk Park Whether for sport, food, or fun, archery is a great outdoor activity that gets us away from the hustle and gadgets of life, allowing us to focus on one thing: hitting the target. Join us for an archery shoot that will include an introduction to archery safety and shooting basics. All equipment will be provided. Call the Park District at 419-683-9000 to register. Viewing the Night Sky Saturday, July 27 9:15pm Lowe-Volk Park Join members of the Crawford Park Astronomy Club as they share their knowledge and telescope skills with all who are interested in celestial sights. Some of the targets for summer are: Big Dipper – an asterism, several large galaxies in the area, and Mizar and its companion star Alcor. Arcturus – the 4th brightest star in our sky, part of constellation Boötes: the Herdsman, and has a double star Epsilon Boötis. Corona Borealis – “the Northern Crown”, 73rd constellation in size, and found between Boötes and Hercules. Hercules – 25,000 light-years away, a great object to observe, some of the oldest stars in our galaxy, and home to the Great Globular Cluster (M13). M92 – one of the brightest globular clusters in the Milky Way, found in the constellation Hercules, and is farther than M13. Cat’s Eye Nebula (NGC 6543) – one of the first planetary nebulae to be discovered, it’s expanding gas from a dying star, 3000 light-years away, and found in the constellation Draco. Scorpius – the “Scorpion”, contains the closest globular cluster M4, and home of a carbon star named Antares - which is a red super giant star. The center of the Milky Way – the area our whole galaxy rotates around. Lowe-Volk Park is located 3 miles north of US Route 30. For more information on other programs offered by the Crawford Park District, visit our web site at www.crawfordpd.org or follow us on Facebook. Schanzenbach Prairie Thursday, August 1 6pm 4924 Henry Cooper Rd. For several years, Mark Schanzenbach has been converting rolling farm ground into a conservation oasis. While his tallgrass prairie has improved the diversity of the landscape, Mark’s addition of wetlands has greatly enhanced his conservation efforts. Join Mark on a tour through his diverse prairie and wetland features. Feeding Day Monday, August 5 2pm Lowe-Volk Park Our animal ambassadors get a variety of foods. Some prefer worms or mice, while others munch on leafy greens, fruits, and vegetables. Stop by to help prepare some of the animals’ meals and then watch as they gobble it up. Archery Tuesday, August 6 5-7pm Lowe-Volk Park Whether for sport, food, or fun, archery is a great outdoor activity that gets us away from the hustle and gadgets of life, allowing us to focus on one thing: hitting the target. Join us for an archery shoot that will include an introduction to archery safety and shooting basics. All equipment will be provided. Call the Park District at 419-683-9000 to register. Canoeing Tuesday, August 20 5pm Neff Reservoir Stop out for an evening paddle around Neff Reservoir. After learning some canoeing basics and safety, you will then take to the water! Please wear shoes that can get wet. All equipment will be provided. No registration required, but it will be first come, first served. Tales of Recent Tornados and Windfalls of the Past Saturday, August 24 1pm Lowe-Volk Park Come and share your experiences and knowledge of extreme wind events in Crawford County. Property and habitat damage can have life changing effects. All ages are welcome. Moderated by Bill Fisher. Viewing the Night Sky Saturday, August 24 9:15pm Lowe-Volk Park Join members of the Crawford Park Astronomy Club as they share their knowledge and telescope skills with all who are interested in celestial sights. Some of the targets for summer are: Big Dipper – an asterism, several large galaxies in the area, and Mizar and its companion star Alcor. Arcturus – the 4th brightest star in our sky, part of constellation Boötes: the Herdsman, and has a double star Epsilon Boötis. Corona Borealis – “the Northern Crown”, 73rd constellation in size, and found between Boötes and Hercules. Hercules – 25,000 light-years away, a great object to observe, some of the oldest stars in our galaxy, and home to the Great Globular Cluster (M13). M92 – one of the brightest globular clusters in the Milky Way, found in the constellation Hercules, and is farther than M13. Cat’s Eye Nebula (NGC 6543) – one of the first planetary nebulae to be discovered, it’s expanding gas from a dying star, 3000 light-years away, and found in the constellation Draco. Scorpius – the “Scorpion”, contains the closest globular cluster M4, and home of a carbon star named Antares - which is a red super giant star. The center of the Milky Way – the area our whole galaxy rotates around. Lowe-Volk Park is located 3 miles north of US Route 30. For more information on other programs offered by the Crawford Park District, visit our web site at www.crawfordpd.org or follow us on Facebook. Feeding Day Monday, August 26 5pm Lowe-Volk Park Our animal ambassadors get a variety of foods. Some prefer worms or mice, while others munch on leafy greens, fruits, and vegetables. Stop by to help prepare some of the animals’ meals and then watch as they gobble it up. Viewing the Night Sky Saturday, August 31 8:30pm Lowe-Volk Park Join members of the Crawford Park Astronomy Club as they share their knowledge and telescope skills with all who are interested in celestial sights. Some of the targets for summer are: Big Dipper – an asterism, several large galaxies in the area, and Mizar and its companion star Alcor. Arcturus – the 4th brightest star in our sky, part of constellation Boötes: the Herdsman, and has a double star Epsilon Boötis. Corona Borealis – “the Northern Crown”, 73rd constellation in size, and found between Boötes and Hercules. Hercules – 25,000 light-years away, a great object to observe, some of the oldest stars in our galaxy, and home to the Great Globular Cluster (M13). M92 – one of the brightest globular clusters in the Milky Way, found in the constellation Hercules, and is farther than M13. Cat’s Eye Nebula (NGC 6543) – one of the first planetary nebulae to be discovered, it’s expanding gas from a dying star, 3000 light-years away, and found in the constellation Draco. Scorpius – the “Scorpion”, contains the closest globular cluster M4, and home of a carbon star named Antares - which is a red super giant star. The center of the Milky Way – the area our whole galaxy rotates around. Lowe-Volk Park is located 3 miles north of US Route 30. For more information on other programs offered by the Crawford Park District, visit our web site at www.crawfordpd.org or follow us on Facebook. |