March 10, 2026, Press Release from the Johnny Appleseed Metropolitan Park District:
Here are some of the programs and events being offered by the Johnny Appleseed Metropolitan Park District for the month of March!
WEEKLY WALKS
The JOHNNY APPLESEED METROPOLITAN PARK DISTRICT will offer the next WEEKLY WALKS on Wed., March 25 at 9:00 a.m., at HERMON WOODLANDS – WEST SHELTER (485 N. Wapak Rd. Elida, OH 45807).
Enjoy the quiet winter mornings while we get in our steps! Join a Naturalist as we walk the trails of Hermon Woodlands. Together we can achieve our fitness goals while also enjoying nature. All ages welcome, and we can set our own pace. Dress for the weather – rain, snow, or shine!
Meet at the West Shelter. Register by March 24 online at www.jampd.com or by calling 419-221-1232.
FEEDING DAY
On Thurs., March 26 at 4:00 p.m., THE JOHNNY APPLESEED METROPOLITAN PARK DISTRICT will host FEEDING DAY at the MCELROY ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTER (2355 Ada Rd., Lima, OH).
The Park District maintains several education animals in the McElroy Environmental Education Center, using them throughout the year for nature presentations and programs. Join the Critter Care Volunteers to watch (or help!) them clean and feed all our animals at 4 p.m. on the last Thursday of the month!
Register by March 25 online at www.jampd.com or by calling 419-221-1232.
SUNRISE HIKE
On Sat., March 28 at 7:00 a.m., THE JOHNNY APPLESEED METROPOLITAN PARK DISTRICT will offer a SUNRISE HIKE at MOTTER METRO PARK (10740 Columbus Grove-Bluffton Rd, Bluffton OH 45817).
During our quiet sunrise hike we could have the perfect opportunity to see some animals before they hide away for the day. Join us for a one-hour hike to watch the sunrise and keep an eye out for any early morning animals.
Registration is required to participate in this program. Reminder there is no restroom at Motter Metro Park. Register by March 26 online at www.jampd.com or by calling 419-221-1232.
