Perry County Park District

09/01/2026

Join us at our final Earth Science Summer event on Septermber 12! ⛏️🌼

The ODNR Division of Geological Survey and Ohio History Connection are hosting an Open House event at Flint Ridge Ancient Quarries & Nature Preserve. Visitors will engage in hands-on activities at the pavilion and get a chance to visit the museum free of charge. Throughout the day, accessible guided tours co-led by a geologist and a historian will take participants through the preserve to see ancient pits left by American Indians who came from the surrounding area to quarry flint.

Participants should dress appropriately for this outdoor event and are encouraged to wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and have plenty of water, snacks, sunscreen, and bug spray.

The event is free and open to all ages. No registration is required.

08/28/2026

Any night owls?! Check out the lunar eclipse happening tonight!

Share This One: Clear Skies For Tonight’s Lunar Eclipse!

We couldn’t ask for much better timing — skies across Ohio should be mostly clear tonight as a lunar eclipse unfolds overhead!

The show really gets going at 10:34 PM, when the dark edge of Earth’s shadow begins moving across the Moon. More and more of the Moon will disappear into that shadow until 12:12 AM, when about 96% of the Moon will be eclipsed.

🌕 10:34 PM: Partial eclipse begins
🌘 12:12 AM: Peak — 96% eclipsed
🌕 1:51 AM: Partial eclipse ends

Near the peak, almost the entire Moon will be sitting inside Earth’s shadow and may take on a dark reddish or copper color. This is about as close as you can get to a total lunar eclipse without actually having one!

And remember: no special glasses are needed. Just head outside and look up.

Who is staying up for this one? 👀

08/24/2026

Please share, to help get this info out to as many Perry County residents as possible.

This is an amazing event meant to be a one-stop shop for anything our Perry County residents may need. ❤️ Spread the word!

08/22/2026

So glad we got to feature this beast on TV while we had him.

As snapping turtles make their way around Ohio this time of year, Perry County Parks Naturalist Jessie Bennett and WHIZ’s Mary Behanna give us a closer look at these fascinating reptiles. Categories: Local News, Top Stories Tags: Jessie Bennett, Perry County Parks District, snapping turtles

08/16/2026

Let's pull together Perry County. Our neighbors need us!

Need Help or Want to Volunteer? We’re Here.

08/16/2026

New turtle update. Would you believe this is the same turtle I pulled off the road yesterday?! Incredible!!!

08/15/2026

While traveling yesterday, I snagged this pretty turtle off the road. She had significant damage to her shell that in most cases would be fatal but I found miracle workers at Crows Hollow Wildlife Center between Kenton and Marysville. Thanks to several kind people and helpful volunteers, the turtle was given a fighting chance.

Hooray for people that have the heart and skill to help our wildlife! ❤️❤️

Here's the happy update pictures. Original pictures of the injury are in the comments if you'd like to see them. Warning. They are graphic.

08/11/2026

Calling all educators! Did you know we offer programs tailored to your grade and standards?! We do and would love to visit your classroom this year! Send an email to [email protected] to schedule for the 2026-27 school year!

08/09/2026

Update: Program cancelled due to low registration. Enjoy your Sunday!

Update: Program cancelled due to low registration. Enjoy your Sunday!

Grab your kayak and meet me at Clouse Lake!! Program will include brief kayak safety tips and some aquatic exploration!

08/08/2026

Night time exploration is fun!!!

Correction. I misspoke. That's Joe-Pye W**d not Iron W**d.