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Conservation of land, air, water, energy, waste and resources are critical to the
mission of Five Rivers MetroParks. As we continue to evolve our own green practices,
we encourage residents in the Miami Valley to also adopt more eco-friendly habits
and lifestyles.
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| Day | DateTime | Program | Location | Age | Price | Registration Availability |
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05/08
- 05/22
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Green Livin: Home Energy Audit and Home Tour
A home energy audit can help you identify the best and most economical ways to reduce your home energy bills. This free, three-session course will show you how to reduce your energy bills through both lecture and demonstration. Participants will tour LItehouse Demonstration 'green homes' that feature innovative features for the 21st century in the final session. This FREE program is collaboratively presented by Five Rivers MetroParks, Montgomery County Public Works, the City of Dayton, Go Sustainable Energy, LLC and the LiteHouse Group. Please call 277-6545 to register or register on line at www.metroparks.org
| Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark | All ages | Free |  |
| Wed |
06/04
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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Environmental Film Series: Radically Simple
Engineer and author Jim Merkel presents his views on earth-friendly living in public presentations and workshops at his home. These meetings show Merkel leading by example with his radically simple lifestyle. Join us for discussion after the film. Popcorn and refreshments provided. Reservations requested; walk-ins welcome. For more info, call 937-434-9005 or detailed web listing.
| Cox Arboretum MetroPark | All ages | Free | |
| Sat |
06/28
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Living With Mother Earth: Tour of Sandridge Prairie
Enjoy a mini trip with MetroParks' Director of Conservation Dave Nolin, as he leads this tour of a great, (but small) prairie overlooking I-75. This great spot is just one more example of MetroParks' saving land. Meet in the Wegerzyn parking lot and carpool to the prairie. Bring your camera for a rare glimpse of a local treasure.. Reservations are requested and walk-ins are welcome. Call 277-6545.
| Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark | All ages | Free | |
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Past Activities |
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The programs below have been run in the past and may appear in the future. Call
(937) 275-PARK to find out when they may be offered again or to put in a request.
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Master Recycler Certification
Learn the details of reducing, reusing & recycling in this 5-week volunteer course
created in partnership with the Montgomery County Solid Waste District. Candidates
must complete 25 hours of volunteer time in addition to the class time to receive
their certificate.
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Master Organic Gardening Methods Course
This in-depth, 17-week horticulture program includes these all-organic topics: Botany
for Gardeners, Plant Propagation, Herbaceous Ornamentals, Landscape Design, Native
plants, Herbs, Plant Pathology, and more.
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Past Living with Mother Earth Topics:
This in-depth, 17-week horticulture program includes these all-organic
topics: Botany for Gardeners, Plant Propagation, Herbaceous Ornamentals, Landscape
Design, Native plants, Herbs, Plant Pathology, and more.
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Past Living with Mother Earth Topics:
- Fall Composting
- Nutrition, the Earth & You
- Evaluating Gardening & Homekeeping Techniques
- Green Holiday Entertaining
- How Big is your Carbon Footprint?
- Meteorology
- Air: A Potential Power
Source
- Regional Water Concerns
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OnGoing
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Living With Mother Earth
Join us for a second exciting year as we explore our environment, its changes, and
what we can do to make the earth a safer, cleaner, and healthier place for ourselves
and our children.
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Environmental Film Series
The Five Rivers Outdoors Backcountry Leadership Development Program (BLD)
Explore global environmental issues through film and open discussion. Popcorn will
be provided. Reservations requested, but walk-ins are welcome: This event is for
ages 14 & older.
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Featured Park/Amenity
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2nd Street Market
Located in Downtown Dayton, MetroPark's public market will tantalize your senses
with over 50 local farm, floral, food, and gift vendors. Live music every week.
Open three days a week, year-round! Buying local benefits all involved, including
our environment.
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Resources
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Reuse & Recycle
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Partners
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Five Rivers MetroParks is excited to work with local organizations that share a
common interest and mission in the protection of our environment and sustainable
living practices.
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Clubs
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The greater Dayton area and surrounding region has a number of environmentally oriented
clubs. Contact these clubs to find more area residents interested in green living:
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