Enjoy an hour long Goat Yoga class filled with laughter, smiles and hilarious goat antics! Be sure to bring along your sense of humor and your phone to take lots of great pictures. We are located of the lower level of The Fairfield Commons Mall near Round One. For your comfort, be sure to wear a hoodie or sweatshirt.
Active Living
Bird Walk at the Mound
Birders, or aspiring birders, are encouraged to join GCP&T Naturalist, Jared Merriman, in search of the different bird species that call the Indian Mound Reserve home, or that migrate to this area during the year.
What will we find? Join us to find out…
It is ok if you don’t have binoculars to participate, we will have limited sets to loan out.
B(H)ikesgiving with Tomfoolery
Join Tomfoolery Outdoors and The Foodbank, Inc. for a seasonal food drive with an adventurous twist. We are very excited about the return of this event. It has been on hiatus since 2019
B(H)ikesgiving will celebrate the season of giving with a fun bike ride and hike.
You choose to hike or bike your donated items to the Foodbank Dayton. Load up your panniers, baskets, backpacks, trailers with food items and then celebrate with fellow riders/hikers as we weigh food, enjoy halfway snacks and learn about the Foodbank Dayton.
We are adding two time options and hosting on a weekday hoping downtown Dayton businesses will rally their employees to participate.
Anyone is welcome of course but how cool will it be to have teams from businesses/organizations involved
Anyone is welcome of course but how cool will it be to have teams from businesses/organizations involved
Event Schedule
Meet at Day Air BallPark Don Crawford Plaza (main entrance to Dayton Dragons Stadium)
*10:45 am – 2 pm: Hike to the Foodbank (5 mile round trip)
*11:30 am – 1:30 pm: Bicycle to the Foodbank (5 mile round trip)
Noon – 1 pm: Celebration and weigh-in at Foodbank Dayton for hikers and bicyclists
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*5 – 7 PM : Bicycle to the Foodbank. (5 mile round trip). lights and helmet required
5:30 – 6:30 pm: Celebration and weigh-in at Foodbank Dayton for bicyclists
Entry Fees:
Bring food to support FoodBank Dayton. Donation based entry fee that we will share with Foodbank
Bring food to support FoodBank Dayton. Donation based entry fee that we will share with Foodbank
Jingle Lights Hash (Run/Hike)
This is a fun run or hike where you will follow a trail of flour not knowing exactly where it will lead. Trail length of ~3 miles. One or more beer/water stops along the way!
Meet inside the bar and have a drink before trail starts.
Cost: $0. Bring money and ID on trail for indoor beer/water stops.
Dayton Pub Run
Join Key Sports, Runners Plus and Dayton Track Club for our December edition of the Dayton Pub Run!
We’ll have some awesome door prizes (RSVP and check-in to be eligible and get credit for attending) as per usual.
During 2023 attend 4, 8 and 12 regular Pub Runs to earn some awesome prizes and attend all 24 (regular and Lite) Pub Runs to earn a $100 Runners Plus gift card.
All paces and people are welcome, and it’s free to attend!
Aullwood Winter Luminary Walk
Celebrate Aullwood’s 100th anniversary with a holiday evening walk through its luminary-lit pathways and a tour of the house. We’ll have music and refreshments and a time to enjoy the year-round beauty of Aullwood. Bring your family and friends for the perfect start to the holiday season. Weather Dependent.
Red Nosed Reindeer 5K
Celebrate the season with friends and family at a fun 5K run/walk which begins and ends on the track. In years past, we’ve offered handmade finisher “medals” (aka ornaments). We’re still determining the ornament for 2023, so info on them will be posted at a later date. Children are encouraged to participate in the race, but are not permitted on the gaming floor.
We will be collecting items from Hannah’s Treasure Chest wishlist! Please bring your donations to the race and we’ll make sure that they are dropped off!
Dayton Turkey Trot Half Marathon & 5K
2023 RACE UPDATES & HIGHLIGHTS
1) Bill’s Donuts waiting for you at the finish line
2) Runner’s choice premium quarter zip or long-sleeve
3) New 2023 finisher medal for every finisher!
Miamisburg Turkey Trot
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RACE TIME: Race begins promptly at 8:30 a.m.
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RACE COURSE: the race will start at the intersection of Main St and Linden Ave and finish in Riverfront Park! Along the way you will enjoy the sights and sounds along the streets of Miamisburg that you have come to know and love. The loop course includes a railroad crossing and an uphill section. There is one water stop. Yes, there is still a hill in the first mile! More >>
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STARTING CORRALS: For the safety and enjoyment of all runners, each 5 mile participant will be assigned to a corral based on expected finish time. Each runner’s race time begins when they cross the mat at the start line.
Expo & Packet Pick-Up Times
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Sunday, Nov 19th from 1-5pm
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Wednesday, November 22nd from 11am-7pm
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Thursday, November 23rd from 7-8:15am
— Note: Thursday is for Packet Pick Up Only
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Fall Bird Walk at Germantown MetroPark
Birds are continuing to make their way south, with some venturing as far as South America! Some birds have just arrived from Canada and will call warm Ohio their home for the winter. Venture out for a leisurely hike while searching for these world travelers. Bring binoculars if you have them; a limited supply will be available. Weather Dependent.
Learn The Art of Fly Tying
Catching a fish on a fly you created is so rewarding. Come learn about the tools and materials used as you tie your own work of art. Materials and tools provided. Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Owl Fest This Weekend!
In a joint effort between the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Caesar Creek State Park, Friends of Caesar Creek (FOCC), and NCACC Friends Organization Owl Fest is happening this weekend! Attendance is free, but there is a cost for the supplies for the Owl Box workshop.
To register or for more information, please call Caesar Creek Lake Visitor Center at (513) 897-1050.
Friday, November 3rd
7:00 pm – Owl Flight Demonstration
Join the Park Naturalist and Ohio School of Falconry to see owls in person. Meet at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Visitor Center Learning Center
Join the Park Naturalist and Ohio School of Falconry to see owls in person. Meet at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Visitor Center Learning Center
8:00 pm –Saw-whet Owl Presentation
The Caesar Creek State Park Naturalist and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Park Ranger will discuss current efforts at Caesar Creek Lake to protect and study owls. Meet at Caesar Creek Lake Visitor Center.
The Caesar Creek State Park Naturalist and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Park Ranger will discuss current efforts at Caesar Creek Lake to protect and study owls. Meet at Caesar Creek Lake Visitor Center.
9:00 pm – Stargazing and Owl Banding
Stargaze with the Park Naturalist and Wright State University Astronomical Collaboration. Bring your telescope or look through one of ours. Local bird banders will also be on site banding Northern Saw-whet Owls. See bird banding research in action and learn about these seldom-seen owls. Gather around a fire and drink hot chocolate and apple cider provided by Friends of Caesar Creek. Bring a chair, blanket, bug spray, and flashlight if you have one. This event is weather dependent. Meet at the Redbud Shelter next to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Visitor Center.
Stargaze with the Park Naturalist and Wright State University Astronomical Collaboration. Bring your telescope or look through one of ours. Local bird banders will also be on site banding Northern Saw-whet Owls. See bird banding research in action and learn about these seldom-seen owls. Gather around a fire and drink hot chocolate and apple cider provided by Friends of Caesar Creek. Bring a chair, blanket, bug spray, and flashlight if you have one. This event is weather dependent. Meet at the Redbud Shelter next to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Visitor Center.
Saturday, November 4th
3:00 pm – Owl Pellets and Crafts
Discover what an owl ate for dinner by studying the bones that are left over! After learning about pellets, get colorful and creative by making crafts to celebrate these beautiful birds. Please register by calling the Visitor Center, (513) 897-1050. Meet at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Visitor Center Learning Center.
Discover what an owl ate for dinner by studying the bones that are left over! After learning about pellets, get colorful and creative by making crafts to celebrate these beautiful birds. Please register by calling the Visitor Center, (513) 897-1050. Meet at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Visitor Center Learning Center.
5:00 pm – Owl Box Workshop
Build your own Owl Box to take home with the NCACC Friends Organization. Learn why birds are important, how to attract them to your yard, how to help protect them, and how to monitor your bird box. Kits are ready to assemble. All materials and tools needed will be supplied during the workshop for a fee of $35 (limited kits available). All proceeds go to the NCACC Friends Organization, and all profits are used to help care for the Nature Center Wildlife and to help support other park programs. Meet at the Redbud Shelter next to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Visitor Center. Register here.
7:30 pm – Owl Moon
We will begin with the story, Owl Moon, which tells of a father and daughter on a winter hike in search of a Great-Horned Owl. After the story, we will go outside in search of Caesar Creek owl species. In November, owls re-establish territories and prepare for nesting. Please dress for the weather. Meet at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Visitor Center Learning Center.
We will begin with the story, Owl Moon, which tells of a father and daughter on a winter hike in search of a Great-Horned Owl. After the story, we will go outside in search of Caesar Creek owl species. In November, owls re-establish territories and prepare for nesting. Please dress for the weather. Meet at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Visitor Center Learning Center.
9:00 pm – Stargazing and Owl Banding
Stargaze with the Park Naturalist and Wright State University Astronomical Collaboration. Bring your telescope or look through one of ours. Local bird banders will also be on site banding Northern Saw-whet Owls. See bird banding research in action and learn about these seldom-seen owls. Gather around a fire and drink hot chocolate and apple cider provided by Friends of Caesar Creek. Bring a chair, blanket, bug spray, and flashlight if you have one. This event is weather dependent. Meet at the Redbud Shelter next to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Visitor Center.
Stargaze with the Park Naturalist and Wright State University Astronomical Collaboration. Bring your telescope or look through one of ours. Local bird banders will also be on site banding Northern Saw-whet Owls. See bird banding research in action and learn about these seldom-seen owls. Gather around a fire and drink hot chocolate and apple cider provided by Friends of Caesar Creek. Bring a chair, blanket, bug spray, and flashlight if you have one. This event is weather dependent. Meet at the Redbud Shelter next to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Visitor Center.
Leaf Peeping is Open!
Nature is still open for business, and there is no better time for you to get out of doors than the Autumn season. The Great Miami Riverway has some of Ohio’s best fall foliage. This fall, you might be looking for fewer crowds or somewhere new to explore. We offer four places for you to visit. Let us know on social media your favorite place in the Riverway to see the leaves while they show their colors. #GreatMiamiRiverway
You can walk, bike, run, or hike at the easy trails of Crain’s Run Nature Park
With wide scenic views, this 34 acre forested park borders the Great Miami River and the Great Miami Recreation Trail. Most of the park is forested, and includes hiking trails that wind through the woods while the remainder is mown parkland. There are several shelter houses for picnics, and a four acre pond where you can fish. Adjoining the park property, just across the road at the south end of the park, is a restored canal lock that was built in 1829 as part of the Miami-Erie Canal system.
Hike the trails at Shawnee Lookout to take in the amazing scenic vistas of the Great Miami River valley.
Shawnee Lookout, located in Hamilton County, is a great place to take in nature any time of year. The park is well known for its historical Springhouse School and Log Cabin as well as its Native American archaeological earthworks. The park’s nature trails, including the 1.3-mile Blue Jacket, 2.0-mile Little Turtle and the 1.4-mile Miami Fort trail, offer spectacular views of the Ohio River and Great Miami River valleys. The 4.3 miles of former golf cart paths are also open for biking, hiking, rolling or strolling. The park also features picnic areas, a playground and boat access to the Great Miami River. The new Riverway poster features the view from Shawnee Lookout.
Grab your hiking shoes and climb to the top of the Miamisburg Mound – one of two tallest adena mounds in the US
Miamisburg Mound offers an easy 30-minute visit and the opportunity to see one of the two largest conical mounds in eastern North America. The mound is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is 65 feet tall and 800 feet in circumference, containing 54,000 cubic yards of earth. The mound is visible from several miles away because it stands atop a 100-foot high ridge above the Great Miami River. Steps have been built to the top observation platform, where you can enjoy a wonderful view of the area.
Photo by TripAdvisor/Sibylle B
Hike Charleston Falls Nature Preserve to see beautiful waterfalls and wildflowers.
Any time of year is a good time to visit Charleston Falls. As summer fades into fall, watch the lush green forest explode with color. The Falls at Charleston Falls can rightly be called a “Miniature Niagara” because its rock strata is the same as Niagara Falls. Charleston Falls Preserve is the most visited Park District property in Miami County with more than 216 acres of prairie and forests. This picturesque park is the perfect place to hike and view wildlife or seek out uncommon plants such as wild columbine, walking fern, purple cliff break and rock honeysuckle grace the limestone faces of the surrounding gorge.
Find Your Way – to the beautiful fall colors of the Great Miami Riverway!
The Blue Circle Run
Saturday, November 4, 2023
8:00 AM
8:00 AM
Thru Nov 1: $30/5k and $35/10k ~ Race Day: $35/5k and $40/10k
A 5K/10K/walk benefitting Diabetes Dayton. The blue circle is the universal symbol for Diabetes and this race’s proceeds will benefit those affected by all types of Diabetes.
Event Schedule (subject to change):
8:00 am: 10K Run Starts
8:15 am: 5k Run/Walk Starts
Event Location
Daniel J. Curran Place
University of Dayton
1700 S. Patterson Blvd, Dayton OH 45409
More details on our website below.
About Diabetes Dayton
Diabetes Dayton is an agency of LifeCare Alliance, non-profit agency serving the Dayton area since 1963. Our mission is to improve the quality of life with programs and services that address the prevention and management of diabetes. All monies raised for Diabetes Dayton stay in the local Greater Dayton community. Our programs and services include: free AADE-accredited diabetes education classes, diabetes supplies for the uninsured, diabetes screenings, presentations, resource referral, and a summer camp for children living with diabetes.
Air Sports Demonstrations
Look to the skies above the museum Oct. 28 from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. for an exciting day of Air Sports Demonstrations presented by the National Aeronautic Association (NAA). See formation paramotor flying brought by Airythmia Paramotor Demonstration Team, hot air balloons, radio-controlled aircraft and canopy formation parachute jumps by Team Fastrax*.
Bring the kids and be ready for a candy drop from the RC aircraft!
The fun continues inside the museum where you can meet the Air Sports teams and learn more about what they do and the equipment they use.
Museum grounds will open at 7:30 a.m. for this free event. Visitors are encouraged to bring a blanket or chairs. Please note that all outdoor activities will be held weather permitting, and are subject to change. The museum buildings will open at the regular time of 9 a.m
Get Free Bike Lights
Visibility is critical for cycling safety, especially for those who use their bike for transportation and ride at dawn, dusk and at night. Lights on Bikes Night is FREE bike light installation night for those adults who do not have a front and rear bike light.
The event is a collaboration between the Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission (MVRPC)’s Rideshare Program and Bike Miami Valley’s Bike Dayton Chapter. Lights are provided by MVRPC’s Rideshare Program. Adults in need of lights must bring their bikes to a location listed below and volunteers will install a set of lights on their bike.
The Rideshare Program is a free service from MVRPC for those who work, live or go to college in Montgomery, Greene, Miami, Preble, Darke and Clinton Counties. MVRPC’s Rideshare Program partners with a statewide commute solutions platform, Gohio Commute to offer smarter ways to improve your commute including bike route mapping and matching to form bike pools. Learn more about the benefits of bike commuting and how to get started at MiamiValleyRideshare.org.
Locations & Times:
Wednesday, October 25th – 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
RiverScape MetroPark
237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH 45402
Wright Stop Plaza
4 South Main Street, Dayton, OH 45402
Friday, November 3rd 5:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Gem City Market
324 Salem Ave, Dayton, OH 45406
(Distribution will occur before Dayton Bike Meet ride)
Lights provided by MVRPC’s Rideshare Program and distributed by volunteers from Bike Dayton Chapter of Bike Miami Valley.
