Outdoor Recreation and Education - Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation

Outdoor Education

Outdoor Education's mission:

"To preserve the beauty of Fort Wayne's natural areas and parks; to promote outdoor recreation and education with classes and programs offered to the general public; provide events and programs designed to promote cultural enrichment."

Winter Programs

Check out the Current Fun Times or Register NOW to learn more about the WINTER Fun!

Get excited about these Winter Programs!

Solstice Lights Hike & Food Drive
Chilly Challenge Bike Ride
Winterval Events throughout Fort Wayne
Christmas on the Farm
Winter Solstice Walk/Ride & Campfire
Unity Lighting
Various classes at Salomon Farm Park

Headwaters Park

Even though festival season is wrapping up, Headwaters Park turns into a beautiful, leafy haven in the fall. The trees become a tapestry of vibrant colors, making it the perfect spot for a peaceful walk or a fun family outing. Whether you're looking to relax or explore, this park offers a serene escape right in the heart of the city.

Be sure to check out the Headwaters Park Ice Rink link for information on skating starting November 23!

Riverfront Fort Wayne is putting on great events such as:

Sunday Heritage Concerts
Kickboxing with 9Round
Yoga on the Riverfront
Winter Cozy: Fire & Ice

Check out: Riverfront Fort Wayne for additional information.

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Join us on Facebook!

We just created a new Facebook page just for the School Children's Flower and Vegetable Association program! Like our page today and learn more as the season progresses on growing vegetables, cut flowers, herbs and potted plants!

Wild Walkers 2024

Wild Walkers is an adult hiking group that meets the second and fourth Fridays of each month for a walk on the wild side. Each hike features a different natural area in the region (parks, wetlands, nature preserve, etc.) and carpooling is available when necessary. Please call Eden at 427-6008 or e-mail eden.lamb@cityof fortwayne.org if you have questions.

2024 Wild Walkers Schedule

Naturalist Camp ACTIVenture Week 4 Lindenwood

Lindenwood Field Trips & Outings

Lindenwood Field Trips
600 Lindenwood Avenue

Nature has so much to teach us and there’s no better way to learn than to experience it firsthand. Check out the Lindenwood Nature Preserve Field Trips link for additional information.