Preservation Parks of Delaware County

03/10/2026

From quiet, everyday moments in the parks to living out our mission to protect and conserve the natural and historical features of Delaware County and to inspire outdoor exploration and learning, we are excited to share our 2025 Year in Review video.

2025 was a great year for Preservation Parks and we accomplished so many great projects! We hope to see you again in 2026.Music from Uppbeat:https://uppbeat....

03/09/2026

As the United States approaches the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, Gallant Farm is looking back at what daily life was like in our region before and around 1776. What skills did early settlers need to survive?

Join us to explore traditional crafts and try your hand at candle dipping while learning about the different materials people once used to light their homes.

March 14
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Gallant Farm

All ages welcome!

This program is part of our 2026 series: Handmade: Crafting in Early America.

03/06/2026

March 5 - Blues Creek Park is closed due to high water.

03/04/2026

Last chance to join the fun!

There’s still time to complete Winter 100 and find all the hidden treasures in our Winter Letterbox challenge at Preservation Parks—but not for long!

https://preservationparks.recdesk.com/

03/03/2026

March is bringing signs of spring to your parks!

Whether you’re looking to learn something new or just enjoy some fresh air, we’ve got a program for you. Check out the full schedule and join us!

https://preservationparks.recdesk.com/Community/Calendar

02/20/2026

Feb. 21-Blues Creek is back open!

February 20 -
Blues Creek Park is closed due to rising flood waters.

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02/14/2026

Spring programs are in the air!
View the latest Program Guide with opportunities to grow closer to nature including FrogWatch USA, Little Adventurers, Wildflower Hikes, Amphibian Week, Try It programs, Sheep Shearing & Wool Festival, a Spring Garden Workshop, and so much more.

https://issuu.com/preservationparksdelaware/docs/springprogramguide2026_preservationparks

02/13/2026

The park district was recently honored with the Quality of Life Award by the Delaware Area Chamber of Commerce to recognize the work of a local social service organization whose work has enriched the lives of Delaware County residents.

Thank you to the Chamber staff and volunteers who made this possible! We are deeply humbled by this recognition.

02/12/2026

We were honored to receive 3rd Place in the Environmental & Interpretive Programs & Events category at the recent Ohio Parks & Recreation Association Awards Ceremony for our work on the 2024 Honeysuckle Hackfest. Partnering with NatureDads, we harnessed the power of 120 volunteers, 16 goats, and over 30 local businesses to remove invasive Amur honeysuckle, clear the way for biodiversity, and educate the community about invasive vs. native plants.
Congratulations to all the businesses and volunteers who made this event possible!