Upcoming Programs & Events

• Full Moon Night Hike

  January 10, 2025 6:30pm - 7:30pm

  Let's hike by the light of the moon! See your park in a different light as we talk about moon lore and animal communication. Please dress for the weather. All ages FREE

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• Winter Hike Series - Rentschler Forest MetroPark

  January 11, 2025 10:00am - 12:00pm

  Join us for the 2nd annual MetroParks of Butler County Winter Hike Series! This weekly hiking event will highlight the beauty of Butler County in winter by exploring a different park each week. This week's hike will take place at Rentschler Forest MetroPark. These guided hikes will average about 3 miles and end with a hot beverage and a bowl of soup. Vegetarian option available. $10/person/hike, children under 5 free

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• Little Learners January Nature Series

  January 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:30am

  Little learners and their caregivers will discover nature and science topics together through hands-on experiences and outdoor time. You and your little learner are sure to have a wonderful time. January 14 - It's All in the Snow How do snowflakes, icicles and winter weather affect what we do on the farm? Be prepared to make your own snow, ice experiments and other fun activities along with visit the farm animals. January 21 - Winter is for the Birds Come on down to the farm and learn about how birds survive the winter through fun hands-on activities and crafts. Help us make presents for our winter birds at the park and in your back yard, too. January 28 - Nappers, Snackers and Movers Let's explore how animals survive the winter months by hibernating, migrating or tolerating through activities and a live animal demonstration. Ages 2-5 years old (with accompanying adult) Registration required $15/child for the 3-week long series

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• Discovery on the Farm - Mittens and PJ Party

  January 16, 2025 10:00am - 11:30am

  Wear your pajamas and mittens to celebrate winter at the farm! Discover who is living in our "mitten" at the farm. Find out if they are wearing their winter pajamas indoors, mittens outdoors or both! Registration required $5/child ages 3-10 years old (two and under free)

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• Winter Hike Series - Meadow Ridge MetroPark

  January 18, 2025 10:00am - 12:00pm

  Join us for the 2nd annual MetroParks of Butler County Winter Hike Series! This weekly hiking event will highlight the beauty of Butler County in winter by exploring a different park each week. This week's hike will take place at Meadow Ridge MetroPark. These guided hikes will average about 3 miles and end with a hot beverage and a bowl of soup. Vegetarian option available. $10/person/hike, children under 5 free

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