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CLARK COUNTY SPRING ACTIVITY GUIDE
March - May 2022
ADULT YOUTH
pgs. 5 - 7 pgs. 11 - 13
EVERYONE GENERAL
pgs. 9 - 10 pgs. 1 - 4, 8, 14, 17 & 18
SPLASH ZONE PREVIEW SUMMER CAMP PREVIEW
pg. 16 pg. 15
Leann’s
LITTLE BIT
“ I wandered lonely as a cloud that floats on high o’er vales and hills,
when all at once I saw a crowd, a host, of golden daffodils, beside the
”
lake, between the trees, fluttering and dancing in the breeze.
William Wadsworth
As Ohio shakes off its winter chill and parks mean to you. Take a deep breath
celebrates the onset of spring, we and close your eyes, listen to the sounds
begin to venture outside, into the parks around you, smell the fresh air, feel
and onto the trails more and more for the sun on your face and the wind on
outdoor activities. Parks and trails play a your skin.
critical role in our community. More than
ever, we are aware of this and know
the benefits of spending time outdoors
and in our parks. They are a focal point
where people of all ages, abilities and
backgrounds can come together to play, Leann Castillo, Director
relax, contemplate, run, talk, gather National Trail Parks & Recreation District
and simply BE! The parks throughout
Clark County provide common ground, a
sense of community and a place to meet
neighbors and make new friends.
Our spring activity guide offers a wide
variety of activities for all ages and
interests. I hope that you are able to
find multiple programs that interest you!
We hope that you will join us this spring
at one of our many activities, programs
and events to meet new people or
reconnect with long-time friends and
neighbors.
When you visit your parks this spring
to hike, picnic, ride your bike or play at
one of the many playgrounds, spend
some time reflecting on what these
1 White Tail Deer
The National Trail Parks and Recreation District is an extensive parks and
recreation system encompassing a multitude of facilities and program
opportunities for Clark County residents. This Joint Recreation District was
formed when the City of Springfield Parks and Recreation Department and the
Clark County Recreation Department joined as one agency.
The District manages over 1,100 acres of beautiful parks and facilities and nearly
20 miles of multi-use trails. Our staff members are dedicated to providing quality
parks, facilities, services and programs. We share the vision to create community
through people, parks and programs.
ADMINISTRATION BUILDING NTPRD BOARD MEMBERS
1301 Mitchell Boulevard • Springfield, Ohio 45503 Chair - Sabrina Tackett, Vice-Chair - Jack Simonton,
Phone: 937-328-PARK (7275) • Fax: 937-328-3966 Secretary - Lea Elliot, Debbie DeWitt, Jim Gay, Randy
Website: ntprd.org Yontz and Derek Alvarado
Email: nationaltrail@springfieldohio.gov
FIELD RENTAL
Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 am-5 pm • Closed Holidays
Groups, organizations, teams and individuals can rent
baseball and softball diamonds, soccer and football fields
PARKS
for their use.
Administration Building 1301 Mitchell Boulevard
Buck Creek Nature Park 1101 Mitchell Boulevard SHELTER RENTAL
Davey Moore Park 600 South Western Avenue April 1-Sept. 30 (Prices Vary)
Jack Hemry Park 400 Elk Avenue Shelter rentals are available at the following locations:
Layne Addition Park Cortland Drive & Leland Drive Davey Moore Park 1 shelter
Kirby Preserve Entrance in Old Reid Park Eagle City Soccer Complex 1 shelter
Municipal Stadium Wetlands Buck Creek Trail Lagonda Fields Park 1 shelter
New Reid Park 3144 East Leffel Lane New Reid Park 2 shelters
Northern Estates Park Northern Estates Neighborhood Old Reid Park 2 shelters
Old Reid Park Entrance on Croft Road Snyder Park 7 shelters
Perrin Woods Park Parkwood & Southern Parkway Virgil A. Mabra Park 2 shelters
Rebert Pike Nature Park 1696 Rebert Pike
Selma Road Park 724 York Street FACILITY RENTAL
Sherman Avenue Park 760 Sherman Avenue Groups, organizations and individuals can rent the
Skateboard Park 1425 Mitchell Boulevard NTPRD Administration Building, Splash Zone, Veterans
Snider Valley 1801 Snider Road Park Amphitheater, Carleton Davidson Stadium and other
Recreation Complex National Trail facilities for their private or public functions.
Snyder Park Plum St., Bechtle Ave., SR 40 Call us at (937)328-7275 for more information.
Standpipe Park 32 North Greenmount Avenue VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Veterans Park Cliff Park Road Volunteer opportunities are also available for members
Virgil A. Mabra Park 1413 Oakleaf Avenue of the community that want to support our park system.
Warder Fit Stop 226 Warder St, Buck Creek Trail Volunteering allows for a flexible schedule and is a great
FACILITIES way to earn service hours, gain experience and learn job
Annex Baseball Field 1425 Mitchell Boulevard skills. Volunteers must attend training sessions.
Carleton Davidson Stadium 1101 Mitchell Boulevard
Eagle City Soccer Complex 500 Eagle City Road
Lagonda Fields 1975 Mitchell Boulevard
NTPRD Chiller 301 W. Main Street
Snyder Park Clubhouse 1900 Snyder Park Drive
Splash Zone 300 Eagle City Road
Veterans Park Amphitheater 107 Cliff Park Road
TRAILS
Buck Creek Trail Plum Street East to the Reservoir
Little Miami Scenic Trail Jefferson St. to Interstate 70
Snyder Park
Simon Kenton Trail Jefferson Street, North to Urbana
SKATE PARK 1301 Mitchell Boulevard
DOG PARKS Call 24 Hours a Day for Weather Information &
Wiggley Field Old Reid Park Cancellations • 937-324-7645
Central Bark Snyder Park
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PROGRAM REGISTRATION WAYS TO REGISTER
HOW ONLINE
Registration is on a “first come, first serve” basis up to the maximum enrollment. Visit ntprd.org and select the
Late registrations and transfers are only possible when there are openings. programs and events tab to find
A late registration fee of $5 will be charged after regular deadlines. You may available upcoming programs,
register online, by mail, walk-in or phone. Early registration is encouraged as events or leagues and click the
many programs fill up fast. Preregistration is required for all programs that have a registration button. If you are a prior
deadline date noted. customer, your email address is your
PAYMENT username.
Payment of fees are due when you register. Phone registrations must be paid by IN PERSON
credit card. Please make checks payable to: NTPRD. Note: $25 service fee on all
Stop by our administrative office
returned checks.
located at 1301 Mitchell Blvd. in
CONFIRMATION Springfield during business hours.
Upon receipt of registration form and fee, that individual is automatically enrolled
BY PHONE
(space permitting). You will receive an email confirmation with available program
details. Please show up for the first class at the appointed time and place unless (937)328-7275 only if paying by
you are notified otherwise. Athletic League participants will be contacted by a credit card.
coach with practice and game information once they have had their initial meeting. BY MAIL
IF PROGRAMS ARE FULL Send registration form along with
If the program is full, you may request to be put on a waiting list. You will be check to:
contacted if a space becomes available. National Trail Parks & Recreation
District, 1301 Mitchell Blvd.
REFUNDS Springfield, OH 45503
All customer-initiated program or activity withdrawals are entitled to receive
a household credit for the program fee minus a 15% refund processing fee if Registration forms available online
requested in the allotted time: at https://ntprd.org/forms/
Camps • Two days following the original registration deadline.
Athletics • One month following the original registration deadline.
Special Events - Single Day Events or Instructor-Provided Classes • Prior to
original registration deadline.
NTPRD reserves the right to cancel or postpone any program or activity upon
which the customer is entitled to a full refund of the program fee in the form
of a check.
ACCESSIBLE SERVICES
National Trail recognizes that recreation is beneficial to all persons. To meet
this need, NTPRD is committed to providing assistance and reasonable
accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities to access all
services and programs offered by the District. If accommodations are needed due
to disability, please tell us at least two weeks before the event. Every reasonable
effort will be made to provide adaptations and accommodations for qualified
individuals with disabilities.
ACTIVITY/PROGRAM WAIVER
I, the undersigned, hereby assume all risks and hazards incidental to the conduct
of activities and transportation to and from NTPRD while participating in this
program. I do further hereby resolve, absolve, indemnify and hold harmless the
NTPRD, its Board, organizers, sponsors and instructors appointed by them. I grant
NTPRD permission to publish in print, electronic or video format the likeness or
image of my child or myself. I release all claims against NTPRD with the respect of
copyright ownership and publication, including any claim for compensation related
to use of the materials.
INFORMATION ACCURACY
Occasionally there may be an error in dates, times, fees or other pertinent information in
our activity guide. When such errors occur, our staff will do everything possible to correct
the situation promptly. We thank you for your patience and understanding when those
situations arise. For updated information on any program, please consult the National Trail
3 at website: ntprd.org.
NATIONAL TRAIL WHO WE ARE
BY THE NUMBERS
PARKS & RECREATION DISTRICT SERVING THE RESIDENTS OF CLARK COUNTY
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ADULT
ATHLETICS LEARN TO SKATE - SKATING 1 & 2
TENNIS
Ages: 4 & Older
Thursdays, March 24 - May 12
Register for NTPRD Chiller
10:30 - 11:00am
START/RESTART TENNIS
programs in person at the NTPRD INSTRUCTION LEAGUES
NTPRD Chiller Ice Rink
Chiller or online at NTPRDChiller. Deadline: March 20 Ages: 18 & Older
com. Skate and helmet rental are Fee: $126 Saturdays, June 4 - 25
included with Chiller classes. This class is the foundation of all 9:30 - 11:00am
skating disciplines. Upon completion, Location: Old Reid Tennis Center
skaters will have the basic skills Deadline: May 27
HOCKEY necessary to advance to more Fee: $40 per person
specialized areas of skating. Skills Whether you have never held a racquet or
HOCKEY 1 - 4 have not played in years, this is the perfect
Ages: 6 & Older taught: First steps, balance, gliding,
stopping and introductory edges. tennis program for you. This program
Tuesdays • 7:00 - 7:45pm OR
Skaters will be grouped by age and introduces new players and welcomes
Saturdays • 10:15 - 11:00am
skating experience. back past players at the beginner level. It
March 22/26 - May 10/14
also teaches technique, builds skill, and
NTPRD Chiller Ice Rink
gets you ready for the next steps of your
Deadline: March 20 SOFTBALL tennis game. Each week will include one
Fee: $126
hour of specific skill instruction followed by
Learning to Skate is the foundation for SUMMER SOFTBALL LEAGUES 30 minutes of round robin league matches.
building a successful hockey player. This Ages: 18 & Older Instructions provided by Alex Sarihan.
class progression will start with proper Lagonda Fields
technique at the most fundamental level
working on balance, skating forward,
Deadline: April 8
Fee: $455 Team + $30 WSL Sanction
FITNESS
stopping, turning and more while skate Teams will play a 10 game schedule. All
in hockey skates. As students progress games will be played at Lagonda fields
PILATES FITNESS CLASS
through the series, additional skating Ages: 18 & Older
beginning April 29. Spaces are limited to
elements will be added, eventually moving Wednesdays: March 9 - April 13
first come, first serve. Teams must have
into full hockey drills and skills including 9:30 - 10:30am
at least $200 non-refundable deposit
sticks and pucks with full gear required. NTPRD Administration Building
to hold a spot. Payment in full must be
Deadline: March 4
made on or before April 8.
ICE SKATING Fee: $45
NIGHT LEAGUES Pilates is a form of exercise that aims
LEARN TO SKATE - SKATING 1 & 2 Wednesdays • Men’s open to strengthen and tone muscles, build
Ages: 13 & Older Fridays • Men’s Open (Lag 2 comp) strength, flexibility and balance. Pilates
Tuesdays • 7:00 - 7:45pm OR Sundays • Coed Open is low-impact and an excellent way to
Saturdays • 10:15 - 11:00am strengthen your back and core.
March 22/26 - May 10/14 SENIOR SOFTBALL LEAGUE
NTPRD Chiller Ice Rink Tuesday Nights • 50 & Over YOGA
Ages: 18 & Older
Deadline: March 20 (As of 12/1/22)
Session 1: Weds., March 16 - April 20
Fee: $126 Thursdays Mornings • 65 & Over Session 2: Weds., May 4 - June 8
This class is the foundation of all skating (As of 12/1/22) 6:00 - 7:00pm
disciplines. Upon completion, skaters will Lagonda Fields NTPRD Administration Building
have the basic skills necessary to advance Deadline: May 20 Deadline: March 9 & April 27
to more specialized areas of skating. Fee: $355 per team (includes WSL Fee: $50
Skills taught: First steps, balance, gliding, Sanction Fee) This class will include warm-ups; basic
stopping and introductory edges. Skaters Teams will play seven game schedule yoga postures including bending,
will be grouped by age and experience. beginning June 7, followed by an end stretching and balancing, breathing
of the season tournament at Lagonda techniques and deep relaxation. It
Fields. Pitching screens are mandatory is suitable for both beginners and
and will be provided. Team manager will experienced yoga students. Most postures
register at the NTPRD administration can be modified for those with physical
All in person programing will office and must have at least $200
limitations. Participants will need a yoga
follow current Covid-19 guidelines non-refundable deposit to hold a spot.
mat. A firm blanket for seated postures
and a water bottle are recommended.
outlined by the State of Ohio. Payment in full must be made on or The June 8 class is outdoors weather
before May 20. Space is limited to permitting (raindate June 15).
eight teams.
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ADULT
FITNESS CONT. TRAIL HIKERS
Ages: 18 & Older
TRAIL WALKERS Wednesdays
Ages: 18 & Older 10:00 - 11:00am
Tuesdays Rebert Pike Nature Park •
10:00 - 11:00am March 30, April 6 & May 4
Deadline: Friday Prior Kirby Preserve •
FREE March 9, March 23, April 13, April 27,
Trail Walkers is a walking program, May 11 & May 25
which highlights the multi-purpose New Reid Park •
trail system while promoting fitness, March 16, April 20 & May 18
fellowship and fun. These guided FREE
self-paced walks will get you moving These guided, self-paced hikes
outdoors while you learn more about allow you to explore our local natural
our local trails. Walkers must complete environment. Wear hiking boots all trails
a yearly registration form before are natural. Hikers must complete a yearly
Trail Walkers
their first walk. registration form before their first hike. There
is no hike March 2.
TRAIL WALKERS SCHEDULE
DATE TRAIL MEETING POINT YOGA FLOW
March 29 Simon Kenton Trail Eagle City Soccer Complex Ages: 18 & Older
April 5 Buck Creek Trail Old Reid Park Tuesdays, March 29 - May 10
April 12 Buck Creek Trail Springfield Museum of Art 12:00 - 1:00pm
April 19 Simon Kenton Trail Eagle City Soccer Complex NTPRD Administration Building
April 26 Tecumseh Trail Smith Park, New Carlisle Deadline: March 23
May 3 Simon Kenton Trail Eagle City Soccer Complex Fee: $50
May 10 Buck Creek Trail Old Reid Park This Vinyasa class begins with mindful
May 17 Simon Kenton Trail Splash Zone Waterpark breathing and warm-ups before moving
May 24 Buck Creek Trail Old Reid Park through seated, standing, and balancing
May 31 Simon Kenton Trail Carleton Davidson Stadium poses. Vinyasa is a movment-based form
of yoga, which focuses on flowing with the
TRAIL RIDERS breath while reducing stress and increasing
Ages: 18 & Older flexibility. Most postures can be modified for
Mondays those with physical limitations. Participants
10:00 - 11:00am will need to bring a yoga mat, water bottle,
FREE and any yoga props if you have them. There
This guided cycling program that is no class May 3.
promotes health and recreation.
These paced rides are 9 -12 mph and
explore Clark County’s local bike trails.
PROGRAMS
Helmets are required. Riders must
complete a yearly registration form CRAFTY CARDS
before their first ride. Ages: 16 & Older
Mondays, March 7, April 4 & May 2
Trail Riders 6:00 - 8:00pm
Tuesdays, March 8, April 5 & May 3
TRAIL RIDERS SCHEDULE 10:00am - 12:00pm
DATE TRAIL MEETING POINT NTPRD Administration Building
May 2 Simon Kenton Trail Eagle City Soccer Complex Deadline: Thursday Prior
May 9 Buck Creek Trail Old Reid Park Class Fee: $15
May 16 Buck Creek Trail Heritage Center Parking Area Supplies and instructions are provided
May 23 Little Miami Scenic Trail Beatty Station Staging Area for 4 - 5 card projects. Participants
work at their own pace and skill level.
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ADULT
PROGRAMS CONT. STAINED GLASS ART CLASS MOM, ME & ANEMONES
Ages:18 & Older FLOWER ARRANGING
TERRARIUM WORKSHOP Saturday, April 2 Ages: 16 & Older
Ages: 18 & Older 9:00 am - 1:00pm Saturday, May 7
Saturday, March 12 NTPRD Administration Building 1:00 - 3:00pm
10:00 - 11:30am Deadline: March 25 NTPRD Administration Building
NTPRD Administration Building Fee: $75 Deadline: May 4
Deadline: March 4 Learn the basic techniques of working Fee: $50 per person
Fee: $55 with stain glass, or build on your current Bring your mom, aunt, best friend or come
Make a one-of-a-kind succulent terrarium. skills. Instruction and supplies to make a alone and meet new people and learn to
Receive instruction and all supplies stained-glass sun-catcher are included. make a beautiful flowering arrangement
needed to create your terrarium. Not only to take home. All supplies and instructions
will you leave with a beautiful terrarium, STAMP-A-STACK SPRING ADDITION will be provided by Flourish.
you will learn tips on how to take care of Ages: 16 & Older
your plants. Monday, April 25
6:00pm - 8:00pm
COMPOSTING BASICS
YARN CLUB Ages: 12 & Older
NTPRD Administration Building
Fridays, March 11, March 25, April 8, Thursday, May 12
Deadline: April 18
April 22, May 13 & May 27 6:00 - 7:00pm
Fee: $30
9:00 - 11:00am NTPRD Administration Building
Replenish your card supply for the new
NTPRD Administration Building Deadline: May 5
year. You will make cards for birthdays,
FREE sympathy and thinking of you. All supplies FREE
Enjoy company and coffee while you work are included to make 12 cards. Spring is an ideal time to start composting.
on your latest project. Bring your own Learn how to start and care for your
knitting needles or crochet hook and yarn, RAIN GARDEN - MAINTENANCE & own backyard compost during this
we will provide the coffee! This is a social DESIGN educational program. An introduction to
group for people of all skill levels. No Ages: 18 & Older Vermicomposting will also be presented.
instruction will be provided, but friends can Saturday, April 30 Participants who register by May 5
certainly share their crafting secrets. 10:00 - 11:30am will receive a free countertop compost
NTPRD Administration Building container suitable for storing kitchen
BIRDING FOR BEGINNERS Deadline: April 22 scraps. Registered participants will be
Ages: 16 & Older entered into a raffle for a chance to win
FREE
Thursdays, March 31, April 7 & 14 • a backyard compost bin. This program is
Do you want to help the environment,
NTPRD Administration Building held in partnership with the Clark County
beautify your yard, and save money?
Thursday, April 21 • Solid Waste District.
Rain Gardens are beautiful, low-
Snyder Park Clubhouse maintenance landscaping features
6:30 - 8:00pm that provide wildlife habitat and reduce HANGING BASKET &
Deadline: March 25 pollution in our waterways. A Rain CONTAINER CLASS
Fee: $15 Garden can also lower your stormwater Ages: 18 & Older
Learn basic bird identification during this utility bill. Learn about Rain Garden Saturday, May 14
4-week classroom based series designed design and Springfield’s utility credit with 9:00am • Succulent Container Class
for the beginner birder. Learn how to The City of Springfield’s environmental 9:30am • Hanging Basket Class
get started birding with bird expert and compliance specialist, Graham Davis. 10:00am • Hanging Basket Class
educator, Doug Overacker. NTPRD Green House •
MORNING BIRD WALK 1515 Mitchell Blvd.
WATERFOWL WALK Ages: 16 & Older Deadline: May 4
Ages: 16 & Older
Friday, May 6 Fee: $30
Friday, April 1
8:00 - 9:30am Plant your own hanging basket or
8:00 - 9:30am
Old Reid Park succulent container during this annual
Old Reid Park
Deadline: May 4 workshop. Receive instruction and
Deadline: March 30
FREE supplies to create a hanging basket
FREE from annuals or a succulent planting in a
Look for a variety of birds including
Get a close up look at several species of natural container to take home and display.
warblers and migrators on this morning
ducks as well as observe other birds in The classes will take place outdoors and in
walk. All skill levels are welcome.
the park during this morning walk. Meet the NTPRD greenhouse.
Participants should meet at the
at the Pumphouse Road Bridge. Bring
Pumphouse Road Bridge at Old Reid
your own binoculars.
Park. Bring binoculars.
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Bluebird Conservation
Efforts in Parks
By Penny Dunbar In the spring of 2021, naturalist volunteers began
National Trail Parks & Recreation District monitoring the nest boxes soon after installation. They
proactively maintained the nest boxes and kept track of
Bluebirds are one of our most celebrated birds and a bluebird nesting activities to ensure nesting success. The
welcome sign of spring. No matter how often you see this data collected was very useful to monitor bluebirds and
cute, small brightly colored bird, it remains an exhilarating their health, as well as to know what birds were nesting
experience. The Eastern bluebird (Sialia sialis) is a type of in particular areas within the parks. The first bluebird nest
thrush, and males deliver a soft, pleasing warbling song. was found in early April. It was with great surprise that
Managing habits for bluebirds is important and parks are a after cleaning out a nesting box, it was not long before
prime location for conservation efforts. another pair of bluebirds nested in the same box. Both
In the early 1900’s the Eastern Bluebird was one of nests were successful in producing ten bluebirds.
rural Ohio’s most common songbirds. Due to a loss of Nest boxes are also found at Old Reid Park and the Kirby
habitat, competition for natural nesting sites and invasive Preserve. Many of the nest boxes in this location were
species, the bluebird population declined as much as 90%. older and in need of repair. A park volunteer renovated
However, bluebirds have made a significant comeback several of the existing boxes to make them usable again.
primarily because of the management activities of
landowners, farmers and park systems Thanks to the efforts of staff and volunteers, the bluebird
nest box project has been a success. In order to expand
There are several must-haves for bluebird habitats. They the population of this lovely songbird, plans are underway
need the right amount of space to hunt species and the to place bluebird nest boxes in other locations in the
right type of native plants. Bluebirds prefer open habitats parks. Working together, we can make a big difference
over forested or dense brushy areas. They prefer an in conservation efforts.
open grassy space, short grass, and perches to find
their favorite foods, which include insects and fruit. Blue
birds are secondary cavity nesters and cannot excavate
their own nesting site, and rely on holes excavated by
woodpeckers or our handiwork to build a safe home in
which to lay eggs.
For the last several years, dedicated NTPRD volunteers
have worked alongside park staff on a project to install
bluebird nest boxes in our local parks to increase the
availability of suitable nesting sites. A successful project
requires nest boxes be placed in the right location,
protected, monitored and cleaned. NTPRD maintenance
staff constructed the boxes and placed them throughout
Rebert Pike Nature Park and the NTPRD Buck Creek
Nature Park in early March to be ready for nesting
bluebirds in April.
Tom Davis, Volunteer
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FOR EVERYONE
2022 MINUTES IN NATURE FINDING FINNEGAN
All Ages All Ages
January 1 - April 1 March 1 - 20
FREE South Vienna, North Hampton &
Over the first 3 months of the year join Springfield
our challenge to spend 2022 minutes FREE
in nature. That is just 23 minutes a day! Beginning March 1, Finnegan the
Check our website for ways to spend Leprechaun will be hiding in the
your time outside. If you fill out your 2022 Springfield, South Vienna and North
tracker and return it to us with all your Hampton areas. Follow us on Facebook
minutes completed by April 1, you will be for weekly clues to go find Finnegan.
GARLIC
entered into a drawing for a prize! Send us a picture of yourself with
Finnegan in the background to get
CARDBOARD CLASSICS
MUSTARD
entered into a weekly drawing for
All Ages Finnegan’s pot of gold and prizes.
Saturday, March 12
10:00am
Finnegan will move the Monday of
each week to a new hiding spot.
CHALLENGE
All Ages
NTPRD Chiller Send us a photo by tagging National
April 22 - May 20
Fee: $5 per entry Trail Parks and Recreation District
Bring your pre-constructed bobsled and on Facebook or by e-mailing it to FREE
race for the Gold! Teams of one or two nationaltrail@springfieldohio.gov. The Help restore and protect
will push the sled while the pilot guides more you find him, the more chances you our native ecosystem with
it towards the finish line. All participants have to win and the luckier you will be! this fun challenge. Garlic
must wear clean, dry athletic shoes. mustard is an aggressive nonnative plant
taking over natural areas. Get out into the
Helmets are available and recommended. RABBIT RESCUE parks and remove this invasive plant. Each
Prizes will be awarded for race winners All Ages
and most creative sled. registered individual or team, up to four
April 11 - 18 people, submitting five full 30-gallon trash
Race Guidelines: Old Reid Park
Teams will be limited to only three people bags of garlic mustard will receive a t-shirt.
FREE Attend the Earth Day hike on April 22 to
per sled allowed on the ice. The only Starting at the frontier shelter, follow
materials permitted are cardboard, tape, learn more about this challenge and how
the bike path through the park. Count to identify the plant at the Earth Day Hike
glue, wax, lacquer and paint. All materials how many rabbits of each color
must be dry upon arrival. Wood, plastic or on April 22. Garlic mustard fact sheets will
there are along the trail. The rabbits be available at the NTPRD Administration
metal are not permitted (including staples). can only be rescued if you send in
All sleds must have hockey tape or Building or at ntprd.org. Bring your secured
the correct number of each color to 30-gallon trash bags of garlic mustard
packing tape lining the bottom of the sled nationaltrail@springfieldohio.gov.
to protect the ice. to the NTPRD Administration Building
Participants will be entered into a drawing between the dates of April 22 - May 20 and
to win a prize! place in the marked space in the front of
the building.
EARTH DAY HIKE
Ages: 10 & Older GARDEN & PLANT SELL-A-BRATION!
Friday, April 22 All Ages
10:00 - 11:00am Saturday, May 7
Rebert Pike Nature Park 9:00am - 1:00pm
Deadline: April 18 Snyder Park Gardens & Arboretum
FREE FREE
Celebrate Earth Day by exploring the Join the Master Gardener Volunteers
trails to look for early spring wildflowers of Clark County for their annual plant
on this slow-paced hike. Learn how to sale to benefit Snyder Park Gardens &
identify the aggressive invader Garlic Arboretum (SPGA). Sale will include
Mustard. This hike will be the kick off to annuals, perennials, natives, herbs and
the Garlic Mustard Challenge. vegetables. Also enjoy food trucks, Ask-A-
Master Gardener, and a barn sale of gently
used yard items and a large selection of
Cardboard Classic Bobsled Races gardening books. For more information
visit cark.osu.edu/MGV.
9 SPRING 2022 | CONNECT WITH USFOR EVERYONE
STEVE
HAWKINS
For over 21 years Steve Hawkins
made a positive impact in the
parks, trails and greenspaces
throughout Clark County. He
began his career as a Turf
Maintenance Worker in 2000 and
was promoted to the position of
Horticulturist in 2004. Early in
2021, Steve announced that he
would retire from the National Trail
Parks and Recreation District at
the beginning of 2022.
His expertise and experience
in landscape design is visible
throughout our community in
the parks, on our bridges and in
the downtown esplanade. Most
recently, Steve was instrumental in
the design and development of the
Kirby Preserve at Old Reid Park.
Guiding his team of employees,
they worked tirelessly to redevelop
this former farm into a hidden
gem for our residents and future
generations to enjoy.
Thank you Steve, your dedication,
hard work and vast knowledge
has made a huge difference and is
greatly appreciated.
Steve Hawkins
SPRING 2022 | CONNECT WITH US 10YOUTH
ATHLETICS
Register for NTPRD Chiller LEARN TO ICE SKATE - INTRO TO LEARN TO ICE SKATE - SKATING 1 & 2
programs in person at the NTPRD SKATING Ages: 13 & Older
Ages: 6 - 12 Tuesdays • 7:00 - 7:45pm OR
Chiller or online at NTPRDChiller. Saturdays • 10:30 - 11:00am
Tuesdays • 5:45 - 6:30pm OR
com. Skate and helmet rental are March 22/26 - May 10/14
Saturdays • 9:00 - 9:45am
included with Chiller classes. March 22/26 - May 10/14 NTPRD Chiller Ice Rink
NTPRD Chiller Ice Rink Deadline: March 20
Fee: $126
HOCKEY Deadline: March 20
This class is the foundation of all skating
Fee: $126
HOCKEY 1 - 4 This class is the foundation of all skating disciplines. Upon completion, skaters
Ages: 6 & Older disciplines. Upon completion, skaters will have the basic skills necessary to
Tuesdays • 7:00 - 7:45pm OR will have the basic skills necessary to advance to more specialized areas of
Saturdays • 10:15 - 11:00am advance to more specialized areas of skating. Skills taught: First steps, balance,
March 22/26 - May 10/14 skating. Skills taught: First steps, balance, gliding, stopping and introductory edges.
NTPRD Chiller Ice Rink gliding, stopping and introductory edges. Skaters will be grouped by age and
Deadline: March 20 Skaters will be grouped by age and skating experience.
Fee: $126 skating experience.
Learning to Skate is the foundation for LEARN TO SKATE - SKATING 1 & 2
building a successful hockey player. This LEARN TO ICE SKATE - SKATING 2 Ages: 4 & Older
class progression will start with proper Ages: 6 - 12 Thursdays, March 24 - May 12
technique at the most fundamental level Tuesdays • 5:45 - 6:30pm OR 10:30 - 11:00am
working on balance, skating forward, Saturdays • 9:00 - 9:45am NTPRD Chiller Ice Rink
stopping, turning and more while skate March 22/26 - May 10/14 Deadline: March 20
in hockey skates. As students progress NTPRD Chiller Ice Rink Fee: $126
through the series, additional skating Deadline: March 20 This class is the foundation of all skating
elements will be added, eventually moving Fee: $126 disciplines. Upon completion, skaters
into full hockey drills and skills including This class is the foundation of all skating will have the basic skills necessary to
sticks and pucks with full gear required. disciplines. Upon completion, skaters advance to more specialized areas of
will have the basic skills necessary to skating. Skills taught: First steps, balance,
ICE SKATING advance to more specialized areas of gliding, stopping and introductory edges.
skating. Skills taught: First steps, balance, Skaters will be grouped by age and
LEARN TO ICE SKATE - LITTLE gliding, stopping and introductory edges. skating experience.
FRIENDS Skaters will be grouped by age and
Ages: 3 - 6 & Mature Friend skating experience.
Thursdays, March 24 - May 24
11:00 - 11:30am
NTPRD Chiller Ice Rink LEARN TO ICE SKATE - SKATING 1 & 2
Deadline: March 20 Ages: 4 - 12
Fee: $126 Tuesdays • 6:15 - 7:00pm OR
This level is designed to acclimate Saturdays • 9:30 - 10:15am
pre-school aged children to class March 22/26 - May 10/14
instruction and skating environment with a NTPRD Chiller Ice Rink
little help from a friend such as a parent or Deadline: March 20
adult family member. Fee: $126
This class is the foundation of all skating
disciplines. Upon completion, skaters
will have the basic skills necessary to
advance to more specialized areas of
skating. Skills taught: First steps, balance,
All in person programing will gliding, stopping and introductory edges.
follow current Covid-19 guidelines Skaters will be grouped by age and
outlined by the State of Ohio. skating experience.
11 SPRING 2022 | CONNECT WITH USYOUTH
ATHLETICS CONT. PROGRAMS WILDLIFE ENCOUNTERS
Ages: 5 - 12 (with adult)
ANIME CLUB JR Friday, April 1
BASEBALL Ages: 8 - 12 10:00 - 11:00am
Tuesday, March 15, April 19 & May 17 NTPRD Administration Building
START SMART BASEBALL 5:30 - 6:30pm Deadline: March 28
Ages: 3 - 5 (as of May 1) NTPRD Administration Building Fee: $6
Tuesdays or Wednesdays Deadline: Friday Prior Meet live animals native to Ohio. Learn
May 24/25 - June 28/29 Fee: $5 per class about Ohio wildlife and the diverse
5:30 - 6:15pm Get together with friends who love habitats Ohio has to offer. Participants
Snyder Park Ball Field anime and manga as much as you do! will receive a craft pack to go.
Deadline: April 22 Club meetings will involve discussing
Fee: $70 our favorite anime, learning more about
Start Smart Baseball is a developmentally Japanese culture, watching anime, SPRING BREAK
CAKE
age appropriate introductory program. drawing and more.
This six week program prepares
children and their parents for organized ANIME CLUB
baseball and softball without the threat Ages: 13 - 17 CHALLENGE
of competition or the fear of getting hurt. Thursday, March 17, April 21 & May 19 Ages: 13 - 18
Age appropriate equipment is used in 6:00 - 7:30pm Thursday, March 31
teaching throwing, catching, batting, NTPRD Administration Building 1:00 - 3:00pm
running, and agility. A parent or guardian’s Deadline: Monday Prior NTPRD Administration Building
participation is required. Fee: $5 per class Deadline: March 23
Get together with friends who love Fee: $20
TENNIS anime and manga as much as you do! Each baker will receive a premade cake
Club meetings will involve discussing and will follow directions to decorate
TEAM TENNIS our favorite anime, learning more about their cake to match a surprise theme.
Grades 1 - 6 (2022-23 School Year) Japanese culture, watching anime, Each baker will go up against a panel of
Tuesdays & Thursdays drawing and more. judges where they will be scored on taste,
May 17, 19, 24, 26, 31 & June 2 presentation and creativity!
Grades 1 - 3 • 5:30pm - 6:30pm TRAIL TOTS
Grades 4 - 6 • 6:45pm - 7:45pm Ages: 3 - 5 (with adult)
GISA Tennis Courts Thursday, March 17, April 21 & May 19 DUCK TAPE CRAFT CLASS
Deadline: May 2 10:00 - 11:00am Ages: 8 - 12
Fee: $60 NTPRD Administration Building Tuesday, March 29
Using the USTA Youth Tennis play format, Deadline: Monday Prior 2:00 - 3:30pm
participants use modified equipment and Fee: $8 per class NTPRD Administration Building
courts, tailored to their age and size, Trail Tots is a nature-based outdoor Deadline: March 22
making it easier to play, rally and succeed program. Explore and learn outdoors with Fee: $10
right from the start. Drills and games help hands-on-activities, sensory play, music Learn how to make a duck tape wallet,
develop core tennis skills within a fun, and nature walks. fidget spinner, and other fun crafts during
yet structured environment. Registration this class. All materials and instructions
includes a tennis raquet, shirt and more. will be provided.
Register at MidwestTeamTennis.com.
endowment A portion of the funds raised will to the Springfield Foundation with
FUND
go toward scholarships for local National Trail Endowment in the
underprivileged youth. We want to memo line or in correspondence
ensure that all children have the accompanying the gift. Checks can
opportunity to participate in and be sent to the Springfield Foundation,
The endowment fund supports attend our programs and activities. 333 N. Limestone St., Springfield,
National Trail’s efforts in providing Please consider supporting this Ohio 45503. Please consider a
healthy, safe, nurturing parks and vision by making a gift directly to the donation.
recreation programs in our community. Fund. Checks should be payable
SPRING 2022 | CONNECT WITH US 12YOUTH
PROGRAMS
CREATE & PLANT A RECYCLED THE LIFE CYCLE OF PLANTS MOTHER’S DAY ACTIVITY KIT
TIN CAN PLANTER Ages: 7 - 12 Ages: 3 - 12
Ages: 5 - 10 Saturday, May 21 Kit Pick Up: May 4 - 6
Saturday, April 23 10:00 - 11:00am Deadline: April 29
10:00 - 11:00am Snyder Park Kiwanis Children’s Garden Fee: $10
Snyder Park Kiwanis Children’s Garden Deadline: May 16 This kit will include a flower pot, flowers,
Deadline: April 18 FREE and instructions for a homemade card.
Children will learn about the life cycle This kit is perfect to give your mom,
FREE
of plants, then help to plant vegetable grandma, or other important person
To celebrate Earth Day, children will
and flower plants in a newly designated in your life!
decorate a recycled tin can, then add
a plant, which will then be taken home to children’s growing area. All materials will
nurture and enjoy. All materials be provided. This program is in partnership
will be provided. This program is in with the Springfield Kiwanis Club and
partnership with the Springfield Hollandia Gardens Association.
Kiwanis Club and Hollandia Gardens
Association.
KITS
TEDDY BEAR TEA PARTY SPRING NATURE DISCOVERY
Ages: 5 - 12
Ages: 3 - 8
Deadline: March 11
Saturday, May 14
Pick up starting March 16 - 18
1:00 - 2:30pm
Fee: $15
Snyder Park Clubhouse
Celebrate the spring season by exploring
Deadline: May 1
the natural world around us. Kit includes
Fee: $15 per child
a variety of spring activities and lessons
When your child arrives they will get to
including gardening, birds and more along
build their own teddy bear. They will then
with arts and crafts and a scavenger
have a tea party with their new friend. At
hunt. Receive instructions and supplies
the tea party there will be a game, craft,
to create a nature wind chime. An email
story, snacks and tea. An adult must
confirmation will be sent when your kit is
attend with their child.
ready for pick-up.
students safe, fun and structured ages 7 - 12. This weeklong
physical opportunities along with camp offers fun fitness activities,
nutrition education provided by the recreational games, along with
Ohio State University Extension. The nutrition education, a field trip
Get Up and Go program partners with and more. Information about the
the Ohio State University Extension camp is available in the camp
SNAP-Ed program to provide preview section.
evidence based programming and
The Get Up and Go after school
teaches students how to make healthy
program is funded by the United
food choices with hands-on-learning.
We are happy to say the Get Up Way of Clark, Champaign and
and Go after school program is back A spring session of the Get Up and Madison Counties.
and offered as an in person program Go program will be offered to 5th
for elementary age students this grade students at New Carlisle
school year at the Tecumseh Local Elementary School beginning in
School District. Get Up and Go is March. Applications are available at
a quality after school program that New Carlisle Elementary School.
promotes daily physical activity and Camp Get Up and will be offered
healthy nutrition in a positive learning at Smith Park in New Carlisle the
environment. Get Up and Go provides week of June 27 - July 1 for youth
13 SPRING 2022 | CONNECT WITH USSPRING 2022 | CONNECT WITH US 14
SUMMER CAMP PREVIEW
Camp registration begins on CAMP GET UP & GO CAMP KIDSTUFF II
May 3rd at 9:00am. Registration Ages: 7 - 12 Ages: 6 - 12
June 27 - July 1 August 1 - 5
deadlines are one week prior to
9:00am - 4:00pm 9:00am - 4:00pm
each camp start. Campers must Smith Park, New Carlisle NTPRD Administration Building
bring lunch and water bottle for Fee: $85 Fee: $85
day camps. Space is limited and This week-long camp will offer a variety of This week-long camp will offer a variety of
information is subject to change. fun physical fitness activities, recreational activities to provide campers with hours
Sport Camp information will be sports, games, a field trip, nutrition of fun, excitement and learning. Activities
available soon. education, and more. This camp is funded will include games, arts and crafts, outdoor
by the United Way of Clark, Champaign exploration, and more.
and Madison Counties.
WEEK-LONG CAMPS DAY CAMPS
SPORTS SAMPLER CAMP RISING STARS THEATRE CAMP
Ages: 5 - 8 Ages: 7 - 11 PARTY IN THE USA
June 6 - 9 June 27 - July 1 Ages: 6 - 12
2:00 - 4:00pm 1:00 - 4:00pm Tuesday, July 5
Snyder Park Snyder Park Clubhouse 9:00am - 4:00pm
Fee: $50 Fee: $80 Snyder Park Clubhouse
Learn a little about a lot of different sports. Bring the drama to us! This youth Fee: $40
The camp will use fun games and drills theatre camp will help your child gain the Dress in red, white & blue while we put a
to teach the basics of baseball, soccer, confidence, skills, and experience to shine patriotic spin on traditional camp activities.
tennis, and flag football. on stage. Over the course of five days, Enjoy games, crafts, songs, and more at
participants will learn the components of a this fun camp that celebrates the USA.
TRAIL TOTS CAMP brief show, put together by the Springfield
Ages: 3 - 5 (Toilet Trained) Arts Council’s Youth Arts Ambassadors. CRAFTY CAMPERS
Session 1: June 6 - 10 This camp is sure to spark the theatre Ages: 7 - 12
Session 2: July 25 - 29 bug in young thespians. This camp is Wednesday, July 6
9:00am - 12:00pm held in partnership with the Springfield 9:00am - 4:00pm
NTPRD Administration Building Arts Council. NTPRD Administration Building
Fee: $65 Fee: $40
Campers will participate in fun-filled, MAD SCIENCE CAMP If you love making arts and crafts, painting,
age appropriate, nature themed activities July 11 - 15 sewing, or trying new things, then this is
during this week long camp. Enjoy Ages: 6 - 8 • 9:00am - 12:00pm for you! Campers will also enjoy traditional
arts and crafts, music, dancing, and Ages: 9 - 12 • 1:00pm - 4:00pm camp games and nature activities.
outdoor games. NTPRD Administration Building
Fee: $80 LEGO CAMP
CAMP KIDSTUFF I Come discover the fun of becoming a Ages: 6 - 12
Ages: 6 - 12 junior scientist with exciting experiments, Thursday, July 7
June 13 - 17 activities, games, and arts and crafts. 9:00am - 4:00pm
9:00am - 4:00pm Snyder Park Clubhouse
Fee: $40
Snyder Park Clubhouse NATURE & ARTS CAMP Spend the day competing in lego
Fee: $85 Ages: 7 - 12
This week-long camp will offer a variety challenges, building your dream creation.
July 18 - 22
of activities to provide campers with hours Also, enjoy lego themed crafts and games.
9:00am - 4:00pm
of fun, excitement and learning. Activities Snyder Park Clubhouse (Mon. - Thurs.)
will include games, arts and crafts, NIGHT OWLS
Springfield Museum of Art (Fri.) Ages: 8 - 12
outdoor exploration, and more. Fee: $85 Friday, July 8
Learn about the great outdoors through 5:00 - 11:00pm
hands-on experiences with nature and Snyder Park Clubhouse
art. This camp is in collaboration with the Fee: $40
Springfield Museum of Art. Reception Campers will stay up late while enjoying
will be held on Friday at 3:30pm. Come fun games, crafts, and activities of a
prepared to get dirty as we explore our day camp, but at night. There will be a
natural world. campfire, owling, flashlight tag, and more
exciting night activities.
15 SPRING 2022 | CONNECT WITH USSPLASH ZONE
300 Eagle City Road
(937)324-7665
Super Pass
Open Daily • May 28 - August 14
12:00 - 7:00pm
August 15 - 28
Limited Hours & Features Fitness Pass Clark County Residents
Clark County Residents SENIOR PASS • $145
Adults 18 & Older- $7 • Youth $5
(AGES 60 & OLDER)
3 & Under - Free ADULT PASS • $85
(AGES 18 & OLDER) ADULT PASS • $155
(AGES 18 - 59)
Season Passes
Includes water walking, lap
swimming & fitness classes. May 28 - August 14
Clark County Residents Water, beach and park
area will be cleared and
August 15 - 27**
9:00 -11:30AM**
SENIOR PASS • $100 closed by 11:30am.
(Monday - Saturday Only)
(AGES 60 & OLDER) May 28 - August 14 **Fitness features & classes ONLY.
August 15 - 27 12:00 - 7:00pm
REGULAR PASS • $110 9:00 -11:30AM** (Monday - Sunday)
(AGES 14 - 59) (Monday - Saturday Only) For safety reasons, pass holders may be
YOUTH PASS • $90 5:45 - 6:45PM asked to vacate the pool & beach area
between 11:30am - 12:00pm and ask to
(AGES 4 - 13) **Fitness features & classes ONLY.
re-enter through front gate.
SPRING 2022 | CONNECT WITH US 16Greater
SPRINGFIELD
INCLUDES
the Little Miami Scenic Trail, Buck Creek
Trail, Simon Kenton Trail and marking of
many of your favorite locations.
FREE POCKET VERSIONS
available at most trail heads in
Springfield, the National Trail
Administration Building, Champion
City Guide and Supply, Young’s Jersey
Dairy and other high traveled locations
throughout Clark County.
This map was made possible through a partnership with
National Trail Parks & Recreation District, Clark County
TCC, Clark County Creating Healthy Communities,
Clark County Combined Health Department and The
Greater Springfield CVB.
SPRING 2022 | CONNECT WITH US 181301 Mitchell Blvd. • Springfield, OH 45503
(937)328-7275
https://ntprd.org
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