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🍂🍵 Get a Taste of Tai Chi This November! 🧘‍♀️Curious about Tai Chi? Join the Pickaway County Park District and OSU Exten...
10/22/2026

🍂🍵 Get a Taste of Tai Chi This November! 🧘‍♀️

Curious about Tai Chi? Join the Pickaway County Park District and OSU Extension for a relaxing introduction to Sun Style Tai Chi!

This gentle, low-impact exercise promotes balance, flexibility, and overall well-being. Best of all, movements can be adapted for both standing and seated participation!

✨ Thinking about joining our Winter Tai Chi Series starting in January? This is the perfect opportunity to give it a try, learn a few moves, and see if Tai Chi is right for you before committing to the full series!

🍵 Come get a little "taste" of Tai Chi with us!

📅 Wednesday, November 4th | 11:00 AM–12:00 PM

📍 Park District Headquarters
16405 US-23, South Bloomfield, OH 43103

We hope to see you there! 🍁

✨ Proudly Levy Funded ✨

🐍🌿 National Reptile Awareness Day – October 21! 🐢Did you know Ohio is home to a variety of reptiles, including snakes, t...
10/21/2026

🐍🌿 National Reptile Awareness Day – October 21! 🐢

Did you know Ohio is home to a variety of reptiles, including snakes, turtles, and lizards? These often misunderstood animals play important roles in maintaining healthy ecosystems!

Unfortunately, several of Ohio's native reptiles face conservation challenges, with 5 species listed as endangered and 5 as threatened in Ohio.

⚠️ Threats to Ohio's Reptiles:
🌳 Habitat loss and fragmentation
🌡️ Environmental changes
🌿 Invasive species
🚗 Human disturbance and road mortality
🦠 Disease and pollution

🐍 Meet Ohio's State Reptile: The Northern Black Racer!

Designated as Ohio's official state reptile in 1995, this nonvenomous, fast-moving snake is primarily found in southern and eastern Ohio!

🔎 Black Racer Facts:

🐍 Adults: Glossy black with a white chin and grayish underside.

🐍 Juveniles: Gray or brown with reddish-brown blotches that fade as they mature.

📏 Length: Typically 36–60 inches.

🐸 Diet: Rodents, birds, frogs, lizards, and insects.

☀️ Activity: Diurnal, meaning active during the day!

💨 Fun Fact: Black Racers rely on their impressive speed to escape predators rather than venom!

🌿 Help Protect Ohio's Reptiles! Give wildlife space, watch for reptiles crossing roads, and help preserve their natural habitats.

✨ Proudly Levy Funded ✨

10/20/2026

🦇🎃 Trick-or-Treat in the Park is Almost Here! 🍬👻

Get ready for a SPOOKTACULAR afternoon of sweet treats, fascinating wildlife facts, and family-friendly Halloween fun at the Pickaway County Park District's 2nd Annual Trick-or-Treat in the Park! 🕷️🧡

🍭 Explore festive, nature-themed educational stations while collecting candy, stickers, toys, and other goodies along the way!

🦊 Learn fun and surprising facts about Ohio's wildlife through interactive activities!

🎃 Come dressed in your Halloween best! Ghosts, ghouls, goblins, superheroes, princesses, and creatures of all kinds are welcome!

🍬 Every registered participant can enjoy this FREE Halloween adventure, complete with a Pickaway County Park District treat bag!

📅 Saturday, October 31st | 2:00–4:30 PM
📍 Park District Headquarters
16405 US-23, South Bloomfield, OH

🎟️ FREE Admission | Registration Required!

👉 Reserve your spot today!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/trick-or-treat-in-the-park-tickets-1997879053029?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

We can't wait to see all your creative costumes and celebrate a frightfully fun afternoon filled with nature, treats, and Halloween excitement! 🦇🍁

✨ Proudly Levy Funded ✨

🚑🧑‍🚒 First Aid & CPR with Harrison Township Fire Department Recap!We had a fantastic evening with Captain Jeff Rosencran...
10/19/2026

🚑🧑‍🚒 First Aid & CPR with Harrison Township Fire Department Recap!

We had a fantastic evening with Captain Jeff Rosencrance and his wonderful assistant, from the Harrison Township Fire Department, as they taught participants essential lifesaving skills and how to respond confidently during an emergency!

❤️ We started with CPR basics, including:

🔴 How to recognize when someone is unresponsive and not breathing normally, and when to begin CPR.

🔴 How to properly perform chest compressions and maintain the correct rhythm and depth.

🔴 What to do if someone begins breathing normally or regains consciousness after CPR.

🔴 The importance of calling 911 and continuing care until emergency responders arrive.

After the demonstration, participants got hands-on experience practicing chest compressions on CPR training manikins!

🩹 Next, we explored essential first aid skills, including:

🔴 How to properly clean, cover, and bandage wounds using bandages and wraps.

🔴 How to apply a tourniquet for life-threatening bleeding and record the application time.

🔴 How to stabilize an injured limb using a SAM Splint.

🔴 What important information to share with first responders when they arrive on the scene.

Participants left with valuable knowledge, hands-on experience, and greater confidence to take action when every second counts! ❤️

A huge thank you to Captain Jeff, Mason and the Harrison Township Fire Department for sharing their time and expertise with our community!

🔥🦃 UP NEXT: Learn Before You Burn!

We're excited to partner with the Harrison Township Fire Department again on November 19th, from 6:00–8:00 PM, at Park District Headquarters!

Join us to learn important fire safety practices, including how to safely deep-fry a turkey, complete with a live demonstration! Just in time for Thanksgiving! 🍂

✨ We Are Proudly Levy Funded! ✨

🌱🌼 Garden & Nature Center Tour with the Pickaway County Master Gardeners!We were thrilled to welcome the Pickaway County...
10/19/2026

🌱🌼 Garden & Nature Center Tour with the Pickaway County Master Gardeners!

We were thrilled to welcome the Pickaway County Master Gardeners with OSU Extension to Park District Headquarters for a guided tour and a sneak peek at our future plans for Esker’s Edge!

We started outdoors exploring our native garden beds, including a special bed planted by children during a past Environmental Education Camp! 🌻🌿 Along the way, we discussed the importance of native plants and the vital role they play in supporting Ohio's ecosystems. Native plants provide essential food, shelter, and habitat for local wildlife, especially our native bees, butterflies, and other pollinators! 🐝🦋

We also explored the challenges posed by invasive species, which can outcompete native vegetation, reduce biodiversity, and disrupt the natural balance of our ecosystems. Maintaining healthy native plant communities helps create resilient habitats and supports the wildlife that depends on them!

From there, we headed inside to share our vision for the future Nature Center, highlight the progress we've made so far, and discuss exciting plans for the space!

A big thank you to the Pickaway County Master Gardeners for visiting, sharing their knowledge, and showing such enthusiasm for conservation and our growing space! 💚

🌳 Interested in bringing your group for a tour of Esker’s Edge? Contact Education & Outreach Coordinator Meghan Ellis at [email protected] to learn more!

✨ We Are Proudly Levy Funded! ✨

🍁🍂 The Colors Are Changing! Don't Miss Walk-A-Long Wednesday! 🥾Fall is putting on a colorful show across Pickaway County...
10/18/2026

🍁🍂 The Colors Are Changing! Don't Miss Walk-A-Long Wednesday! 🥾

Fall is putting on a colorful show across Pickaway County, and there's no better way to enjoy it than a walk through the parks! 🍃🍁

Join us for a relaxed, social walk as we take in the beautiful fall foliage, enjoy the crisp autumn air, and connect with others in our community! Whether you're looking to get moving, meet new people, or simply enjoy nature, Walk-A-Long Wednesday is the perfect opportunity! 🍂

📅 Wednesday, October 21st | 9:30 AM–11:30 AM
📍 Metzger Preserve
300 W. Ballard Ave., Williamsport, OH

🥾 Lace up your walking shoes and come enjoy the changing seasons with us!

✨ Proudly Levy Funded ✨

10/17/2026

🥾🌳 Passport to the Trails: Explore, Discover & Win! 🎉

Adventure is calling! Get outside, explore Pickaway County's beautiful parks, and earn some awesome prizes along the way! 🍃

Here's how to complete your Passport:

🌳 Visit all 6 designated park locations and scan the QR code at each stop!

🥾 Attend 2 Pickaway County Park District programs or events!

🎁 Complete your Passport and claim your rewards!

🏆 The first 50 participants to complete the challenge will receive:

🌲 Exclusive Passport to the Trails sticker
👕 Park District T-shirt
🧢 Park District hat
🕶️ Sunglasses (check out the design in our photos!)
☕ Park District mug
✨ PLUS an entry into our Grand Prize Raffle!

🍂 There's no better time to hit the trails, enjoy the changing fall colors, and discover everything your local parks have to offer!

🤝 Passport to the Trails is proudly hosted in partnership with the Pickaway County Visitors Bureau!

🎃🍬 Mark Your Calendars for Trick-or-Treat in the Park! 🕸️👻Get ready for a spook-tacular afternoon at the Pickaway County...
10/16/2026

🎃🍬 Mark Your Calendars for Trick-or-Treat in the Park! 🕸️👻

Get ready for a spook-tacular afternoon at the Pickaway County Park District's 2nd Annual Trick-or-Treat in the Park! 🎃

Explore festive, nature-themed educational stations hosted by the Park District and our wonderful community partners! Along the way, discover fascinating wildlife facts while collecting plenty of candy, stickers, toys, and other fun treats! 🦇🍭

👻 All ghosts, ghouls, goblins, superheroes, princesses, and creatures of every kind are welcome! Costumes are encouraged!

🍬 Don't miss out on this FREE family-friendly Halloween adventure, including a Pickaway County Park District treat bag!

📅 Saturday, October 31st | 2:00–4:30 PM
📍 Park District Headquarters
16405 US-23, South Bloomfield, OH

🎟️ FREE admission, but registration is required!

👉 Register through Eventbrite:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/trick-or-treat-in-the-park-tickets-1997879053029?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

We can't wait to celebrate a frightfully fun afternoon with you! 🕷️🧡

✨ Proudly Levy Funded ✨

🕸️ Spooky Spiders with Ashville Elementary! 🕷️Education & Outreach Coordinator Meghan Ellis and Intern Hannah Thomas got...
10/15/2026

🕸️ Spooky Spiders with Ashville Elementary! 🕷️

Education & Outreach Coordinator Meghan Ellis and Intern Hannah Thomas got into the Halloween spirit by teaching students all about the fascinating world of spiders! 🕷️🎃

📖 We kicked things off with a fun story about learning to love spiders, followed by some fascinating spider facts and busting common myths about these eight-legged creatures!

🕸️ Students then got to experience how spiders use their silk to capture prey through a fun, interactive game where they became spiders and insects! 🦗

It was a web-tastic way to celebrate spooky season while discovering the important role spiders play in keeping our ecosystems healthy! 🌿

🌳 Want to bring nature into your classroom? The Pickaway County Park District offers engaging, hands-on environmental education programs for schools and community groups!

📧 Contact Education & Outreach Coordinator Meghan Ellis at [email protected] to learn more.

✨ Proudly Levy Funded ✨

🚑❤️ Learn Skills That Could Save a Life! 🚒Tomorrow Night! Join the Pickaway County Park District and Harrison Township F...
10/15/2026

🚑❤️ Learn Skills That Could Save a Life! 🚒

Tomorrow Night! Join the Pickaway County Park District and Harrison Township Fire Department for a hands-on Basic First Aid & CPR Workshop!

Learn essential lifesaving skills, including the basics of CPR and first aid, from local first responders! 🩹 Whether you're looking to refresh your knowledge or learn something new, this introductory class is a great opportunity to become more confident and prepared in an emergency.

📅 Friday, October 16th | 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Park District Headquarters
16405 US-23, South Bloomfield, OH 43103

❤️ Please note: This is an educational workshop, and participants will not receive CPR or First Aid certification.

Come learn valuable skills that could make a difference when every second counts!

✨ Proudly Levy Funded ✨

Address

16405 US Highway 23
South Bloomfield, OH
43103

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

(740) 420-5451

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