Get an Up Close Look at Birds of Prey in Marion

The Marion County Park District is hosting a Birds of Prey program on Saturday, April 28, 2012. Organizers say it will be a great opportunity to learn about several birds of prey species native to Ohio.

The free program begins at 2:00pm at the Marion Tallgrass Trail, on Holland Road, at the shelter.

Comments Sought to Help Secure Large Bike Trail Grant

Over 30 people attended a public meeting earlier this week to learn about the Marion County Park District plans to for a large grant they are applying for through the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR). While the park commissioners were happy with the turnout, they are seeking even more comments to help them win the grant.

Public Input Sought for Marion Tallgrass Trail

Monday, April 2, 2012 from 7:00pm to 8:00pm, the board of the Marion County Park District will host a public participation meeting in the conference room at the Marion Family YMCA. The meeting is an effort to gather public input on the Marion Tallgrass Trail and to provide information on the future growth of the bike and walking trail.