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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.

Day	DateTime	Program	Location	Age	Price	Registration Availability
Sat	12/06 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Living with Mother Earth: Green Holiday Parties Celebrate the holidays with great 'green' ideas for every occasion. We'll talk about decorations, food, gifts, and all things holiday! Make this event and all those to come money, time, and earth-friendly.	Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark	All ages	Free

Past Activities

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

News

RiverFest planned for Aug. 9 at Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark

OnGoing

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.

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 and older.

Featured Park/Amenity

2nd Street Market
Located in downtown Dayton, MetroPark's market will tantalize your senses with over 50 local farm, floral, food and gift vendors. Live music every Saturday. Open Thursday - Saturday, year-round! Buying local benefits all involved, including our environment.

Resources

Reuse & Recycle

Partners

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.

Clubs

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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