Perry County Park District

Nature Center Open House
2023-11-28 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Glenford Fort Preserve, 11995 State Route 757, Glenford, Ohio, 43739
Come take a tour of the new nature center, meet our Naturalist and take a hike if you choose.
Tuesday, November 28, 2023 – 5pm to 7pm
This program will repeat every last Tuesday of the month through November.
The Glenford Fort Preserve is located at 11995 State Route 757, Glenford, OH 43739.
Questions? Contact us at: info@PCparkdistrict.com for more information.

Fall Hike - Ludowici Community Park
2023-11-19 16:00 - 17:30 | Ludowici Community Park Shelter House, New Lexington OH, 551 Black Gold Rd, New Lexington, OH, 43764, United States
Join the Perry County Park District for a guided fall hike and explore the trails of the Ludowici Community Park in New Lexington Ohio!
Saturday, November 19, 2023 – 4-5:00pm
Ludowici Community Park (shelter house)
551 Black Gold Rd, New Lexington OH
The hike will be lightly strenuous on varied terrain and last approx. 1 – 1.5 hrs. Dress for the weather and wear closed-toe shoes.
Questions? Contact us at: info@PCparkdistrict.com for more information.

Storytime at the Fort!
2023-11-16 13:00 - 14:00, 2023-10-19 13:00 - 14:00, 2023-09-21 13:00 - 14:00, 2023-08-17 13:00 - 14:00 | Glenford Fort Preserve, 11995 State Route 757, Glenford, Ohio, 43739
Storytime at the Fort!
Third Thursday each month, 1pm
Join us for a kids storytime! We’ll read a story, do an activity, and go for a hike each month.
8/17: Trees, 9/21: Caterpillars, 10/19: Spiders, 11/16: Birds
This program is free and put on in partnership with the Perry SWCD.
Registration is required. Register via email to jbennet@pcparkdistrict.com
Questions? Contact us at: info@PCparkdistrict.com for more information.

PCPD Board Meeting -November 2023- Glenford
2023-11-13 15:30 - 17:30 | Hoover Center Theater, 125 E. Main St, Glenford, OH, 43739, United States
PCPD Board Meeting – November 13, 2023
Location: Hoover Center Theater, 125 E. Main St, Glenford, OH 43739
Time: 3:30pm
The Park District Board Meetings are moving around the county again.
As always, the public is invited, and community participation and discussion are encouraged about your local parks and park needs!
Questions? Contact us at: info@PCparkdistrict.com for more information.

Fall Color Hike - Finck's Nature Preserve
2023-11-04 14:00 - 15:30 | Finck’s Nature Preserve, 215 E. Main St, Somerset, OH, 43783, United States
Join the Perry County Park District for a guided fall color hike and explore the lovely Finck’s Nature Preserve in Somerset Ohio!
Saturday, November 4, 2023 – 2-3:30pm
Finck’s Nature Preserve
215 E. Main St, Somerset OH 43783
The hike will be lightly strenuous on varied terrain and last approx. 1 – 1.5 hrs. Dress for the weather, wear closed-toe shoes, and expect some possible wet trail areas.
Questions? Contact us at: info@PCparkdistrict.com for more information.

Nature Center Open House
2023-10-31 17:00 - 19:00 | Glenford Fort Preserve, 11995 State Route 757, Glenford, Ohio, 43739
Come take a tour of the new nature center, meet our Naturalist and take a hike if you choose.
Tuesday, October 31, 2023 – 5pm to 7pm
This program will repeat every last Tuesday of the month through November.
The Glenford Fort Preserve is located at 11995 State Route 757, Glenford, OH 43739.
Questions? Contact us at: info@PCparkdistrict.com for more information.

PCPD Board Meeting - October 2023- New Straitsville
2023-10-16 15:30 - 17:30 | New Straitsville, State Route 93, New Straitsville, OH, 43766, United States
PCPD Board Meeting – October 16, 2023
(3rd Monday this month due to Columbus Day Holiday)
Location: New Straitsville Village Park shelter house, State Route 93, New Straitsville, OH 43766
(in case of bad weather, the meeting will be moved to the Village Office)
Time: 3:30pm
The Park District Board Meetings are moving around the county again.
As always, the public is invited, and community participation and discussion are encouraged about your local parks and park needs!
Questions? Contact us at: info@PCparkdistrict.com for more information.

New Moon Night Hike - Ludowici Community Park Shelter House
2023-10-14 20:00 - 21:30 | Ludowici Community Park Shelter House, New Lexington OH, 551 Black Gold Rd, New Lexington, OH, 43764, United States
Join us for a New Moon Night Hike at the Ludowici Community Park on Saturday, October 14, at 8 pm!
Please dress for the weather and wear closed toe shoes.
Meet at the Ludowici Community Foundation Park shelter house, 551 Black Gold Rd, New Lexington, OH 43764
Follow the driveway up the hill to the shelter house.
(The driveway to the shelter is south of the intersection of Tile Plant and Black Gold roads, New Lexington, OH).
Questions? Contact us at: info@PCparkdistrict.com for more information.

Solar Eclipse Hike - Ludowici Community Park
2023-10-14 11:30 - 13:00 | Ludowici Community Park Shelter House, New Lexington OH, 551 Black Gold Rd, New Lexington, OH, 43764, United States
Join us for a Partial Solar Eclipse Hike at the Ludowici Community Park shelter on Saturday, October 14, at 11:30am!
Please dress for the weather and with closed toe shoes.
We’re going to have a great view of it at Ludowici Community Foundation Park! Join us for a hike viewing at 11:30. Bring your own glasses or we’ll have some on hand provided by the Perry County District Library.
Then come back for a night hike that night at 8 pm!
Meet at the Ludowici Community Foundation Park shelter house, 551 Black Gold Rd, New Lexington, OH 43764
Follow the driveway up the hill to the shelter house.
(The driveway to the shelter is south of the intersection of Tile Plant and Black Gold roads, New Lexington, OH).
Questions? Contact us at: info@PCparkdistrict.com for more information.

Supermoon Night Hike - Ludowici Community Park
2023-09-30 20:00 - 21:30 | Ludowici Community Park Shelter House, New Lexington OH, 551 Black Gold Rd, New Lexington, OH, 43764, United States
Join us for a Supermoon Night Hike at the Ludowici Community Park on Saturday, September 30, at 8 pm!
Please dress for the weather and with closed toe shoes.
Meet at the Ludowici Community Foundation Park shelter house, 405 Black Gold Rd, New Lexington, OH 43764
Follow the driveway up the hill to the shelter house.
(The driveway to the shelter is south of the intersection of Tile Plant and Black Gold roads, New Lexington, OH).
Questions? Contact us at: info@PCparkdistrict.com for more information.

Nature Center Open House
2023-09-26 17:00 - 19:00 | Glenford Fort Preserve, 11995 State Route 757, Glenford, Ohio, 43739
Come take a tour of the new nature center, meet our Naturalist and take a hike if you choose.
Tuesday, September 26, 2023 – 5pm to 7pm
This program will repeat every last Tuesday of the month until November. Hosted by the Perry County Park District in partnership with the Soil & Water Conservation District..
The Glenford Fort Preserve is located at 11995 State Route 757, Glenford, OH 43739.
Questions? Contact us at: info@PCparkdistrict.com for more information.

PCPD at Jake's Day!
2023-09-23 10:00 - 15:00 | Perry County Gunclub, 4957 Township Rd 149 NE, New Lexington, Oh, 43764
Come out and see the Perry County Park District at the Jakes Day event at the Perry County Gun Club.
When: September 23, 2023 10am – 3pm
Where: Perry County Gun Club – 4957 Township Rd 149 NE, New Lexington, OH 43764
Family fun! This event is free and provided by the Perry County Longbeards NWTF.
No pets, please.
See flyer below for more information.
Questions? Contact us at: info@PCparkdistrict.com for more information.

Wilson Mound Hike
2023-09-19 18:00 - 19:00 | Wilson Mound Preserve, 3100 Cooperriders Rd, Glenford, OH, 43739, United States
Join us for a hike at the Wilson Mound on Tuesday September 19 at 6 pm. Please dress for the weather and with closed toe shoes.
The Wilson Mound Preserve is part of the Glenford Fort complex and is located at 3100 Cooperriders Rd, Glenford, OH 43739. (off St Rt 757).
Questions? Contact us at: info@PCparkdistrict.com for more information.

PCPD Special Board Meeting
2023-09-19 15:00 - 17:00 | Glenford Fort Preserve, 11995 State Route 757, Glenford, Ohio, 43739
September 19, 2023 – PCPD Special Board Meeting of the Perry County Park District, Board of Park Commissioners
What: Perry County Park District Board Special Meeting
Purpose: For the purpose of discussing the 2024 Budget
When: September 19, 2023 – 3:00 pm
Where: Glenford Fort Preserve
11995 State Route 757, Glenford, OH 43739
Questions? Contact us at: info@PCparkdistrict.com for more information.

PCPD Board Meeting - September 2023- Roseville
2023-09-11 15:30 - 17:30 | Roseville Community Center, 13047 Karl Brown Rd, Roseville, OH, 43777, United States
PCPD Board Meeting – September 11, 2023
Location: William H Barker Community Center (aka Roseville Community Center)
13047 Karl Brown Rd, Roseville, OH 43777
Time: 3:30pm
The Park District Board Meetings are moving around the county again.
As always, the public is invited, and community participation and discussion are encouraged about your local parks and park needs!
Questions? Contact us at: info@PCparkdistrict.com for more information.

Animal Extravaganza!
2023-09-09 13:00 - 16:00 | Glenford Fort Preserve, 11995 State Route 757, Glenford, Ohio, 43739
Animal Extravaganza!
Join us this Saturday, September 9, from 1-4pm at the Glenford Fort Preserve for an Animal Extravaganza!
Come to the Fort anytime between 1pm and 4pm to learn about the animal kingdom through games, activities, live animal visitor and much more! Participating partners include the Perry County District Library, Wild at Hart Wildlife Rehabilitation Inc., Central Ohio Beekeepers Assoc., and the Perry County Dog Shelter.
Hosted by the Perry County Park District in partnership with the Perry Soil and Water Conservation District.
The Glenford Fort Preserve is located at 11995 State Route 757, Glenford, OH 43739.
Questions? Contact us at: info@PCparkdistrict.com for more information.

Nature Center Open House
2023-08-29 17:00 - 19:00 | Glenford Fort Preserve, 11995 State Route 757, Glenford, Ohio, 43739
Come take a tour of the new nature center, meet our Naturalist and take a hike if you choose.
Tuesday, August 29, 2023 – 5pm to 7pm
This program will repeat every last Tuesday of the month until November. Hosted by the Perry County Park District in partnership with the Soil and Water Conservation District.
The Glenford Fort Preserve is located at 11995 State Route 757, Glenford, OH 43739.
Questions? Contact us at: info@PCparkdistrict.com for more information.

Wilson Mound Hike!
2023-08-21 18:00 - 19:30 | Wilson Mound Preserve, 3100 Cooperriders Rd, Glenford, OH, 43739, United States
Come out and take a hike with the Perry County Park District to explore the Wilson Mound Preserve! (formerly known as Central Silica)
When: August 21, 2023 6pm – 7:30pm
Where: Wilson Mound Preserve, 3100 Cooperriders Rd, Glenford OH
Family fun! This event is free and hosted by the Perry County Park District.
Questions? Contact us at: info@PCparkdistrict.com for more information.

PCPD Board Meeting - August 2023- Hemlock
2023-08-14 15:30 - 17:30 | Hemlock -Shelter house at Hemlock Community Church, 8860 Main St SE, Hemlock, OH, 43730, United States
PCPD Board Meeting – August 14, 2023
Location: Hemlock Community Church Shelter House, 8860 Main St SE, Hemlock, OH 43730
Time: 3:30pm
The Park District Board Meetings are moving around the county again.
As always, the public is invited, and community participation and discussion are encouraged about your local parks and park needs!
Questions? Contact us at: info@PCparkdistrict.com for more information.

PCPD Board Meeting - July 2023- New Lexington
2023-07-10 15:30 - 17:30 | Arethusa Springs Park, 426 Fowler Ln, New Lexington, OH, 43764, United States
PCPD Board Meeting – July 10, 2023
Location: Arethusa Springs Park, 426 Fowler Ln, New Lexington, OH 43764
Time: 3:30pm
The Park District Board Meetings are moving around the county again.
As always, the public is invited, and community participation and discussion are encouraged about your local parks and park needs!
Questions? Contact us at: info@PCparkdistrict.com for more information.

PCPD Board Meeting - June 2023-Thornville
2023-06-12 15:30 - 17:30 | Perry Co District Library – Thornville, 99 East Columbus Street, Thornville, OH, 43706, United States
PCPD Board Meeting – June 12, 2023
Location: Thornville Public Library, 99 East Columbus Street, Thornville OH 43706
Time: 3:30pm
The Park District Board Meetings are moving around the county again.
As always, the public is invited, and community participation and discussion are encouraged about your local parks and park needs!
Questions? Contact us at: info@PCparkdistrict.com for more information.

PCPD Board Meeting - May 2023-Junction City
2023-05-08 15:30 - 17:30 | Perry Co District Library – Junction City, 108 W Main St, Junction City, Ohio, 43748, United States
PCPD Board Meeting – May 8, 2023
Location: Junction City Public Library, 108 W. Main St, OH 43748
Time: 3:30pm
The Park District Board Meetings are moving around the county again! As always, the public is invited, and community participation and discussion are encouraged about your local parks and park needs!
Questions? Contact us at: info@PCparkdistrict.com for more information.

PCPD Board Meeting - April 2023-Corning
2023-04-10 15:30 - 17:30 | Corning Library, 113 11th St, Corning, OH, 43730, United States
PCPD Board Meeting – April 10, 2023
Corning, Oh
Location: Corning Library, 113 11th St, Corning, OH 43730
Time: 3:30pm
The Park District Board Meetings hit the road again, moving our monthly meetings around the county. As always, the public is invited, and community participation and discussion are encouraged about your local parks and park needs!
Questions? Contact us at: info@PCparkdistrict.com for more information.

Homeschool: Leaf Litter Critters at Perry Co District Library - New Lexington
2023-04-05 13:00 - 14:00 | Perry Co District Library – New Lexington, 117 South Jackson Street, New Lexington, OH, 43764, United States
Join the Perry County Park District for Homeschool Program: Leaf Litter Critters! at the New Lexington branch of the Perry Co District Library.
Perry County Park District Naturalist, Jessie Bennett, will be taking homeschool students on an outdoor adventure, where they will discover what is living in leaves by using a digital microscope!
Click here to register
Wednesday, April 5, 2023 – 1-2pm
Perry Co District Library – New Lexington
117 South Jackson St
New Lexington, OH 43764
This program is presented by the Perry County Park District in partnership with the Perry County District Library.
Questions? Contact us at: info@PCparkdistrict.com for more information.

Whose Scat is That?
2023-04-01 11:00 - 14:00 | Perry Co District Library – Somerset, 117 West Main Street, Somerset, OH, 43783
Join the Perry County Park District for Whose Scat is That? at the Somerset branch of the Perry Co District Library.
Saturday, April 1 – 11am – 2pm (Drop in program)
Perry Co District Library – Somerset
117 West Main Street
Somerset, OH 43783
This program is presented by the Perry County Park District in partnership with the Perry County District Library.
Poop, feces, doo-doo, dung, excreta, spray, guano, frass! These are just some of the words that are used to describe an act every living thing does. In fact, you can learn a lot about an animal based on what it leaves behind. Join us at the Somerset Library anytime between 11 am and 1 pm to learn about a bunch of poop! We’ll even make our own for you to take home and enjoy (and eat if you wish).
The program is a “drop in” program between 11a and 2pm. We hope to see you there!
Questions? Contact us at: info@PCparkdistrict.com for more information.

Woodcock Watch!
2023-03-27 19:30 - 20:30 | Ludowici Community Park Shelter House, New Lexington OH, 551 Black Gold Rd, New Lexington, OH, 43764, United States
We will be hosting a Woodcock Watch on Monday, March 27 at 7:30pm at Ludowici Foundation Park Shelter House (Black Gold Rd, south of ballfield, New Lexington, OH).
With any luck, we will see and hear their unique courtship and aerial displays. But it will require us to be a good and quiet audience. There will be a short (2-3 minute) walk from the parking lot for optimal viewing. Some mud may be encountered so please dress for the weather and ground conditions. Bring a chair or blanket to sit on if desired and a flashlight for the walk back.
The program will last approximately an hour. We hope to see you there!
Questions? Contact us at: info@PCparkdistrict.com for more information.

Woodcock Watch!
2023-03-19 19:30 - 20:30 | Ludowici Community Park Shelter House, New Lexington OH, 551 Black Gold Rd, New Lexington, OH, 43764, United States
We will be hosting a Woodcock Watch on Sunday, March 19 at 7:30pm at Ludowici Foundation Park Shelter House (Black Gold Rd, south of ballfield, New Lexington, OH).
With any luck, we will see and hear their unique courtship and aerial displays. But it will require us to be a good and quiet audience. There will be a short (2-3 minute) walk from the parking lot for optimal viewing. Some mud may be encountered so please dress for the weather and ground conditions. Bring a chair or blanket to sit on if desired and a flashlight for the walk back.
The program will last approximately an hour. We hope to see you there!
Questions? Contact us at: info@PCparkdistrict.com for more information.
