BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Little Miami Watershed Network - ECPv6.0.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Little Miami Watershed Network X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://lmwn.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Little Miami Watershed Network REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Detroit BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250721T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250724T120000 DTSTAMP:20260506T170622 CREATED:20250514T043043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T044116Z UID:10000274-1753088400-1753358400@lmwn.org SUMMARY:Jr Naturalist Camp Ages 9-12 DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to partner with Wren Works to offer another engaging lineup of hands-on activities exploring the watershed through science\, art\, and literature—all while having fun in the great outdoors. \nCamp Details: \n\nAges 6–8:July 14–17 at Miller Ecological Park\, 9:00 AM–12:00 PM\n\nRegister here\n\n\n\n\nAges 9–12:July 21–24 at Hob Camp Nature Center\, 9:00 AM–12:00 PM\n\nRegister here\n\n\n\nCost: $100 per camper \nWe’re also offering a Friends & Family Discount! After completing one full-price registration\, you’ll receive a link in your confirmation email to register additional campers at 20% off. \nThanks to a generous grant from Duke Energy\, we’re thrilled to bring this program to life again this year. URL:https://lmwn.org/event/jr-naturalist-camp-ages-9-12/ LOCATION:Hob Camp Nature Center\, 1815 OH-123\, Lebanon\, 45036 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lmwn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/camp-group-at-butterfly-garden.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Little%20Miami%20Watershed%20Network":MAILTO:info@lmwn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250405T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250405T150000 DTSTAMP:20260506T170622 CREATED:20241227T014426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T215149Z UID:10000256-1743843600-1743865200@lmwn.org SUMMARY:The Little Miami Watershed Speaks: Native Plants for Clean Water DESCRIPTION:Registration Required – Click here Limited Spots are available for this fundraising event. \nAuthor\, professor\, Entomologist\, and Native Plant Guru Douglas Tallamy\nLittle Miami Watershed Network will host best-selling author Douglas Tallamy as he speaks to the movement to “Start a New Habitat: Homegrown National Park”.  Tallamy\, whose groundbreaking book “Nature’s Best Hope” sparked a national movement around restoring local ecological networks\, has inspired communities to transform their residential landscapes into flourishing biodiverse sanctuaries. We will also hear from Bowyer Farm native plant manager and Cincinnati Zoo botanist Brian Jorg will headline the event sharing his expertise on native Southwest Ohio plants. \nDouglas Tallamy will be signing books after his talk. You can purchase his books and others at the event or bring your own copy for him to sign. \nAs the book signing concludes we will feature the award-winning film documentary “WATER” by Gary Beeber. Additionally\, there will be educational booths from local community partners and vendors within the event space. \nThese presentations are being sponsored and supported by many groups in the area. To learn more about how your group can get involved contact; info@lmwn.org or download the Sponsorship Opportunities letter. \n***This is a Little Miami Watershed Network event and is not affiliated with the YMCA program or membership. Please do not contact YMCA for further information.*** \nThank you to our current event sponsors\nOak Tree Sponsor: The Robert M. Lott Family \nWillow Tree Sponsor: Indian Hill Garden Club \nBirch Tree Sponsor: Ohio Native Plant Month\, City of Lebanon\, Levin Family Foundation – Propolis Project \nAspen Tree Sponsors: Centerville-Washington Park District\, Dayton Area Wild Ones\, Full Circle Brewing Company\, The Golden Lamb Hotel\, Glen Helen Nature Center\, Logan Rickert Photography\, Midwest Native Plant Conference\, Ohio Association of Garden Clubs\, OPN Seeds\, Sunshine Therapeutics\, Stantec\, Wild Birds Unlimited – Kettering\, Wren Works\, Xylem – Watermark \nMaple Tree Sponsor: Birds and Beans Coffee Roasters in partnership with the National Audobon Society\, Natorp’s Nursery \n  URL:https://lmwn.org/event/the-little-miami-watershed-speaks-native-plants-for-clean-water-2/ LOCATION:Countryside YMCA\, 1699 Deerfield Drive\, Lebanon\, OH\, 45036\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lmwn.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/website-graphic.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Little%20Miami%20Watershed%20Network":MAILTO:info@lmwn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250404T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250404T203000 DTSTAMP:20260506T170622 CREATED:20250309T225418Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T214733Z UID:10000264-1743791400-1743798600@lmwn.org SUMMARY:Meet and Greet with Brian Jorg and Doug Tallamy DESCRIPTION:Friday\, April 4th 6:30-8:30pm President’s Room upstairs in the famous Golden Lamb Hotel and Restaurant. Meet the speakers of the April 5th Event one-on-one and enjoy delicious hors d’oeuvres by the renowned chefs of the Golden Lamb. \nMeet and Greet is advanced registration only. $75 per person OR $100 per person (includes a ticket for Saturday’s event at Countryside YMCA) CLICK HERE FOR REGISTRATION \n  URL:https://lmwn.org/event/meet-and-greet-with-brian-jorg-and-doug-tallamy-2/ LOCATION:Golden Lamb\, 27 South Broadway Street\, Lebanon\, OH\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lmwn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Meet-and-Greet-Postcard.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Little%20Miami%20Watershed%20Network":MAILTO:info@lmwn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250222T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250222T233000 DTSTAMP:20260506T170622 CREATED:20250122T201528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T201752Z UID:10000258-1740218400-1740267000@lmwn.org SUMMARY:Skunk Cabbage Hike DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a morning stroll through the wetland with BW Greenway and Little Miami Watershed Network naturalists. \nFebruary 22\, 2025 meet at 10am and set out on the wetland trail. \nEven in the chill of winter signs of spring start to emerge in February. It’s the most exciting plant hunt of the year\, the elusive and intriguing thermogenic plants. Skunk cabbage is often smelled before it’s seen. Thermogenic plants are capable of thawing frozen soil and melting snow; often producing flowers before leaves emerge! \n  URL:https://lmwn.org/event/skunk-cabbage-hike/ LOCATION:Estel Wenrick Wetlands\, 2855 Union Rd\, Medway\, OH\, 45341\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="BW%20Greenway%20Community%20Land%20Trust":MAILTO:info@bwgreenway.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241205T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241205T200000 DTSTAMP:20260506T170622 CREATED:20241123T013019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241123T013213Z UID:10000257-1733425200-1733428800@lmwn.org SUMMARY:The River Speaks: Stream Responses to Urbanization DESCRIPTION:Join us as we welcome Christopher Sheehan – University of Dayton Department of Geology and Environmental Geosciences. \nChristopher will present their research concerning soil erosion in seasonal streams and how those processes contribute to regional challenges related to sedimentation. At this presentation\, they will discuss questions about the risks that development and human land use can impose on our watershed. URL:https://lmwn.org/event/the-river-speaks-stream-responses-to-urbanization/ LOCATION:Fitz Center for Leadership in Communty\, 1401 South Main Street\, Dayton\, Ohio\, 45409 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lmwn.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/River-Speaks-December-Program.png ORGANIZER;CN="Little%20Miami%20Watershed%20Network":MAILTO:info@lmwn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241117T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241117T170000 DTSTAMP:20260506T170622 CREATED:20241010T235241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T030752Z UID:10000254-1731852000-1731862800@lmwn.org SUMMARY:C2O 4 H2O DESCRIPTION:Join us as we walk from Corwin to Oregonia along the Scenic Little Miami River using the Little Miami bike path. This annual event is in honor of National Take a Hike Day and serves as a fall fundraiser for the Little Miami Watershed Network. A great way to get together with a group to enjoy all of the wonders of the Fall season in Ohio! \nBefore we begin the walk we will have a quick stretching session with yoga instructor Buck Niehoff\, then members of ODNR and LMWN will lead discussions as we follow the Little Miami Scenic Bike Trail down a six mile stretch. \nPlease register for the event with THIS LINK HERE URL:https://lmwn.org/event/c2o-4-h2o/ LOCATION:Corwin Bike Trail\, Little Miami Scenic Trail Rest Room\, Waynesville\, OH\, 45068\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lmwn.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/C2O4H2O-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Little%20Miami%20Watershed%20Network":MAILTO:info@lmwn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240930T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240930T190000 DTSTAMP:20260506T170622 CREATED:20240912T211759Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T164147Z UID:10000137-1727719200-1727722800@lmwn.org SUMMARY:MacroInvertebrates 101: What they are and how they are indicators of water quality DESCRIPTION:Join Michelle Murrin\, LMWN Board member and environmental scientist who has studied and developed this presentation on the amazing things you should know about MacroInvertebrates in the Little Miami!  \nMonday\, September 30th 6-7pm \nLofino Plaza \n3868 dayton xenia rd \nbeavercreek\, OH \n  URL:https://lmwn.org/event/macroinvertebrates-101-what-they-are-and-how-they-are-indicators-of-water-quality/ ORGANIZER;CN="Little%20Miami%20Watershed%20Network":MAILTO:info@lmwn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230825T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230825T170000 DTSTAMP:20260506T170622 CREATED:20230807T161608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230807T162752Z UID:10000014-1692954000-1692982800@lmwn.org SUMMARY:LMWN Annual River Cleanup DESCRIPTION:On average\, our volunteers remove 1500 lbs of trash from the waterways each year. \nTake action this August by joining us for our Annual River Clean-Up! This year we will be cleaning the section between Constitution Park at Spring Valley and River’s Edge Livery. \nWe Will Provide\n\n\n Canoes\n \n\n Cleaning Supplies\n \n\n Water & Snacks\n \n\n A Free T-Shirt\n \n\nPLEASE REGISTER BY AUG 23 TO PARTICIPATE!\n \n \n Register Here! URL:https://lmwn.org/event/lmwn-annual-river-cleanup/ LOCATION:Rivers Edge Livery\, 3928 N US-42\, Waynesville\, OH\, 45068\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lmwn.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/AdobeStock_619476631.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Little%20Miami%20Watershed%20Network":MAILTO:info@lmwn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230725T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230725T173000 DTSTAMP:20260506T170622 CREATED:20230719T210521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230719T210551Z UID:10000013-1690300800-1690306200@lmwn.org SUMMARY:Foraging Nature Walk DESCRIPTION:Interested in foraging but don’t know how to start? Join us at Morris Reserve for a FREE guided foraging walk.\nDuring this 1 mile walk\, we will be identifying edible plants and fungi. Learn about the history\, uses\, and identifying features of local plants. You will even get a chance to try some along the way! \nWhat to Bring\nPlease bring water to stay hydrated on the walk. We will provide any additional materials for this event. \nWhat to Wear\nWe recommend to wear comfortable walking shoes\, and clothes that are okay to get dirty. Please dress for the weather. \nDesigned for:\n\nBeginner Foragers\nAll Ages\nAnyone who wants to learn more about local plant and fungi species in our watershed!\n\nRegistration\nThis event is free\, but you must register to participate. Registration will close by Mon. July 23. Limited spots available! \nRegister here. URL:https://lmwn.org/event/foraging-nature-walk/ LOCATION:Morris Reserve\, 3151 Lower Bellbrook Rd\, Spring Valley\, 45370\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lmwn.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/foraging-hero.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Little%20Miami%20Watershed%20Network":MAILTO:info@lmwn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20221210T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20221210T170000 DTSTAMP:20260506T170622 CREATED:20221125T180824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221125T180903Z UID:10000003-1670659200-1670691600@lmwn.org SUMMARY:Little Miami River 2022 Holiday Hike DESCRIPTION:Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet\, consectetur adipiscing elit. Quid ergo? Satis est ad hoc responsum. Ergo hoc quidem apparet\, nos ad agendum esse natos. Simus igitur contenti his. Iam id ipsum absurdum\, maximum malum neglegi. Duo Reges: constructio interrete. Sed ad bona praeterita redeamus. Paria sunt igitur. \nQuod ea non occurrentia fingunt\, vincunt Aristonem; Ut pulsi recurrant? Primum in nostrane potestate est\, quid meminerimus? Nos quidem Virtutes sic natae sumus\, ut tibi serviremus\, aliud negotii nihil habemus. Quid ergo hoc loco intellegit honestum? Ergo opifex plus sibi proponet ad formarum quam civis excellens ad factorum pulchritudinem? Varietates autem iniurasque fortunae facile veteres philosophorum praeceptis instituta vita superabat. \n\nHi autem ponunt illi quidem prima naturae\, sed ea seiungunt a finibus et a summa bonorum;\nEadem nunc mea adversum te oratio est.\nIam doloris medicamenta illa Epicurea tamquam de narthecio proment: Si gravis\, brevis;\n\nQuo modo autem optimum\, si bonum praeterea nullum est?\nQua igitur re ab deo vincitur\, si aeternitate non vincitur? Ita enim vivunt quidam\, ut eorum vita refellatur oratio. Sed vos squalidius\, illorum vides quam niteat oratio. In quibus doctissimi illi veteres inesse quiddam caeleste et divinum putaverunt. Facit enim ille duo seiuncta ultima bonorum\, quae ut essent vera\, coniungi debuerunt; URL:https://lmwn.org/event/little-miami-river-2022-holiday-hike/ LOCATION:The Narrows Reserve\, 2575 Indian Ripple Road\, Beavercreek\, OH\, 45385\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lmwn.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/66e2b0_4480232f20a6400bb21f09a09312b56c_mv2-scaled.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Little%20Miami%20Watershed%20Network":MAILTO:info@lmwn.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR