Western Wildlife Corridor
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Volunteer Event and Invasive Species Removal at Bender Mountain Nature Preserve
We're excited to invite you to join us for a volunteer event at Bender Mountain. We'll be working together with an AmeriCorps NCCC Team to restore habitat by controlling invasive species like honeysuckle and repair trails. Rain or shine, we'll be there, so make sure to dress for the weather and wear comfy clothes and […]
Volunteer Event and Invasive Species Removal at Bender Mountain Nature Preserve
We're excited to invite you to join us for a volunteer event at Bender Mountain. We'll be working together with an AmeriCorps NCCC Team to restore habitat by controlling invasive species like honeysuckle and repair trails. Rain or shine, we'll be there, so make sure to dress for the weather and wear comfy clothes and […]
Volunteer Event and Invasive Species Removal at Bender Mountain Nature Preserve
We're excited to invite you to join us for a volunteer event at Bender Mountain. We'll be working together with an AmeriCorps NCCC Team to restore habitat by controlling invasive species like honeysuckle and repair trails. Rain or shine, we'll be there, so make sure to dress for the weather and wear comfy clothes and […]
Morning Bird Walk
Kirby Nature Preserve Sunday, September 29, 8:00 am to noon In September, we can see a wide variety of migrating songbirds such as warblers, flycatchers, and thrushes. We may also have the opportunity to spot migrating hawks. The walk will be at a slow, easy pace, and participants can leave whenever they want. Beginner Birders […]
Planting for Pollinators
Learn how to create a garden that supports pollinators and strengthens local ecosystems! At Kirby Nature Center’s Planting for Pollinators workshop, you’ll discover the best native plants to attract and sustain pollinators like bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. This event will cover why pollinators are essential for healthy environments, how to provide them with food and […]
Habitat Restoration at Kirby Nature Preserve
Join us for an awesome volunteer habitat restoration event to help create the Kirby Nature Playscape! This unique space is designed for children to interact with, explore, and learn from the wonders of nature. We need your passion and energy to build activity stations from natural materials, pull invasive weeds, plant native plants, water, and […]
Habitat Restoration at Kirby Nature Preserve
Join us for an awesome volunteer habitat restoration event to help create the Kirby Nature Playscape! This unique space is designed for children to interact with, explore, and learn from the wonders of nature. We need your passion and energy to build activity stations from natural materials, pull invasive weeds, plant native plants, water, and […]
Habitat Restoration at Kirby Nature Preserve
Join us for a volunteer event at the Kirby Nature Preserve! Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned volunteer, this is a great chance to meet new friends, enjoy the outdoors, and make a difference within your local parks and preserves. We’ll be tackling activities such as removing invasive species, installing welcome signs, and creating […]
Mothing with Sarah Kent and Jessee Smith
Did you know that Ohio is home to over 3,000 different species of moths? In fact, there are many more species of moths than butterflies. Join us for a fun family event where we will explore the fascinating nighttime world of moths. You’ll learn about the various types of moths in our area, their behaviors […]
Hoot and Hike with Wild Birds Unlimited
Explore the nocturnal world of owls with Wild Birds Unlimited. Meet at Kirby Nature Center at 8:00 pm to learn about the different owls of southwest Ohio, including the Great Horned Owl, Barred Owl, and Eastern Screech Owl. Then we will venture out for a night hike to listen and look for owls. Bring a […]
Bender Mountain Habitat Restoration
Join us, along with AmeriCorps, from 9:30 to 12:00 on December 6th for a morning of restoration work at Bender Mountain. We will be working to restore native habitat by controlling invasive species like honeysuckle, and working on restoring trails and signage. We will have some tools available but feel free to bring your own […]
Birding 101: Part 1 with Chris Sweigard
Discover the world of birds through the Birding 101 series, an introductory program designed for beginners and anyone curious about the birds around them. The series begins on February 7th at the Kirby Nature Center with an indoor session led by Chris Sweigard, focusing on bird feeding basics and how to participate in the Great […]