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19 May, 2013





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The Naturalist's Corner

Looking for information on the natural or cultural history of Darke County? What about some information on birds, mammals and more? If so, you've come to the right place!! This page will be updated frequently to include new stories, so be sure to check it often! Now you won't have to wait for the next Nature Notes to learn more! Please email us to let us know if there are any topics you would like to learn more about!

Mammals

	Learn more about all of our furry friends. What makes a mammal, a mammal? What type of mammals do we have here in Darke County? Can mammals fly? Find out here ! Mammal Naturalist Corners


Birds

	Are you an avid Birder, or just a fledgling? Find out all you can here about Darke County's Birds! Find out what species we have, what makes them sing and more! Also, learn a little about what makes us birders tick ! Bird Naturalist Corners


Insects

	BUGS! SPIDERS! Do our many-legged residents give you the heebie-jeebies? Or can you not get enough legs?! Either way, crawl on over to this page and check it out ! Insect Naturalist Corners


Herps

	Do you squeal with delight or fear when a snake slithers across your path? Do you fall asleep to the serenade of evening frog song, or do you long for some peace and quiet? And just why are amphibians skin so slimy?! Herp Naturalist Corners


Fish

	While they may live in a completely different world from us, fish are remarkable creatures. Whether it be the way they can sense movement in the water, to their amazing ability to migrate to their breeding grounds; fish never cease to amaze! Fish Naturalist Corners


Natural History

	Learn more of the Natural History about Darke County and beyond! Learn about anything from alien plants and animals, to how the ecosystem we all live in functions. Natural History Naturalist Corners


Cultural History

	With the new addition of our Log House at Shawnee Prairie, a whole new wave of cultural history programs are on their way! Make sure to keep tuned to Nature Notes for info! But in the mean time, check out our stories here! Cultural History Naturalist Corners


Plants

	Plants - Those wonderful green (and many other colored) things that give us our air to breath, food to eat and food for other animals to eat. Without plants we would be in a whole world of hurt. Now, go outside and thank a plant for the food you are eating. Plant Naturalist Corners

Parks News Updates

Early Morning Discovery Hikes
Updated 16 April, 2013

Join us for Early Morning Discovery Hikes every Tuesday at 8am. Meet at Shawnee Prairie with binoculars (or borrow ours) and dressed for the weather. Can't wait to explore with you!

DCPD Board Meeting
Updated 2 May, 2013

The Darke County Park District Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on May 9 at 5:30p at the Nature Center. Public is welcome.

Summer Nature Notes is HERE
Updated 29 April, 2013

Plenty of sunshine and warmth are on the way! We have programs, hikes, speakers, camps, concerts and more for you and your family to enjoy the summer season.

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Warbler Walks ever ODD Saturday
Updated 24 April, 2013

It's Warbler season! Grab those binoculars (or borrow from us) and let's wander for warblers! These are great spring hikes resulting in over 35 bird species and wildflower galore!

More Info

Seeking Volunteers
Updated 9 Feb, 2013

Looking for a way to give back to your community? We've got your answer!

More Info HERE

Battery Recycling
Updated 9 Feb, 2013

Lots of dead batteries laying around the house? Need some place to get rid of them? Find out more here!

More Info Here

DCPark's Flickr Group
Updated 6 Jan, 2012

We want to see your photos! Add some of your photos to our Flickr page and share with the world how great YOUR Parks are!