ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION 41 playkettering.org For more information, call 937.296.2587. Our Mission is to empower the Kettering Community to be actively engaged with the care of natural spaces and resources through service, leadership, and education. We invite ALL members of our community to take part in this initiative. There are projects everyone can participate in such as: KETTERING cONSERVATiON TEAM 2025 PLANNING TEAM FORMING NOW! We’re excited to keep growing this family- friendly, educational event focused on making a positive impact for the planet. We’d love your help to make this year’s EcoFEST our best yet. We’re returning to Lincoln Park Civic Commons and will be featured on the Fraze’s event schedule. Let’s work together to create a fun, inspiring event for all ages! Join us in planning for EcoFEST 2025! September 20, 2025, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. If you would like to join the planning team or have ideas to share, contact Kerri Miles at [email protected] ANNUAL YOUTH FISH FISHING DERBY NG DERBY Saturday, June 14 Saturday, June 14 10 a.m. – Noon at Delco Park 10 a.m. – Noon at Delco Park 9:15 a.m. Registration • 10 a.m. Derby Begins 9:15 a.m. Registration • 10 a.m. Derby Begins Parent/guardian signature required at registration Parent/guardian signature required at registration Youth Fishing Derby has become an annual event for many families and can be a special summer outing of yours too. Bring your own bait and tackle or use what is provided. There will be plenty of experienced anglers there to help you land the “big one.” Trophies will be awarded. Lunch is also provided for participants and their parents. It’s all FREE! This event will be held rain or shine. For more information call, Habitat Environmental Center at 937-296-2477 or email [email protected] Support provided by: Dor-Wood Optimist Club and Kettering Police Department Ages: 5 – 16 FREE! • Invasive plant removal • Help plan EcoFEST • Native plant installation and care • Educational programs • Citizen Science projects • Local waterway monitoring and cleanup WANT TO GET INVOLVED? Contact the City of Kettering Volunteer Office at 937-296-2433, scan the QR code or visit www.ketteringoh.org/volunteer-department to complete a volunteer application. Schedule a date at The Habitat Environmental Center for a Wild Birthday Party! To learn more information about this fun and educational birthday experience for you and your friends, scan the QR code, call 937-296-2477 or email [email protected]. W Have a d Habitat Environmental Center at the