Portage Park District Foundation

06/04/2026

We love seeing lots of people using and enjoying the Portage Park District parks and trails! Walkers, runners, and bicyclists are all welcome to enjoy our three multi-use trail systems: The Portage Hike and Bike Trail, Headwaters Trail, and Berlin Lake Trail.
It is valuable to review some safety tips and general trail courtesy reminders so that everyone can safely use the trails. Check out our latest article on safe trail use here: https://bit.ly/4e3tacF

🚲🥾Let us know what you would add to promote safe trail use in the comments!



[Image: A graphic with green and yellow color blocks sports a park ranger standing near his bicycle wearing a helmet. Text reads, "Bike Safety and Trail Etiquette. Trail safety makes parks and trails more enjoyable for all involved. Do you know your trail etiquette? Read more tips on our Latest News tab on our website or scan this QR code. Portage Park District."]

05/26/2026

Be sure to keep your companions safe as the weather warms!

05/24/2026

It’s time for this year’s Junior Ranger kickoff!!

Families!
🍃Are you looking for a fun way to enjoy the outdoors with friends this summer? Curious about the animals and plants that live in Portage County? You should join our Junior Ranger program for summer fun!
🍃Join us Thursday, June 11th at 6pm for our Junior Ranger Kickoff at Dix Park. Take the pledge to protect and conserve Portage Park District's natural areas then learn about the activities you can complete in your booklet all summer long.
🍃Completing the Junior Ranger program can be done independently or by attending park programs throughout the summer. Junior Rangers who complete their booklet may attend the pinning ceremony at the end of the summer to receive a badge!
🍃Have you completed the Junior Ranger program before? We have three years of booklets for you to try again and again. Junior Rangers who have already earned their badge may earn a t-shirt!
🍃Geared for ages 5-12 but fun for any age. Junior Ranger programs are family inclusive; siblings and parents are always part of the fun!
🍃Sign up to be a Junior Ranger here: https://bit.ly/4wyjDmp



[Image: A green and orange graphic displays a smiling group of kiddos posing with a mascot owl. The graphic has an image of a wooden Junior Ranger badge in the bottom left corner. Text reads, "Junior Ranger Kickoff! Thursday, June 11th 6pm to 7pm at Dix Park. Junior Rangers have all summer to complete their booklet to earn their badge! Geared for ages 5-12 but fun for any age."]

05/22/2026

🚨 BIG RACE UPDATE 🚨
We’re excited to announce that the 2026 Headwaters Adventure Race will be professionally timed by GCXC Race Timing! 🏁⏱️

Participants will receive:
✅ Overall race times
✅ Split times for ALL THREE PHASES
🏃 2-Mile Run
🚴 10-Mile Bike Ride
🛶 5-Mile Paddle

Track your performance through every stage of the adventure and see how you stack up from start to finish!
Join us on June 6, 2026, for one unforgettable race through the trails, roads, and waters of Portage County. 🌲

📍 Buchert Park & Camp Hi Canoe & Kayak
📅 June 6, 2026
🎟️ Register now: ppdf.givecloud.co/adventure

05/19/2026

Remembering those we have lost.

Please join us for our first Remembrance Hike at Morgan Park on Thursday, May 21st at 8:00pm. In anticipation of Memorial Day, this hike honors loved ones who are no longer with us. Participants of all ages are invited to hike at twilight in memory of a veteran or any person near to your heart.
Morgan Park has crushed limestone and natural surface trails. Please register to attend this event: https://bit.ly/3R8BZKz



[Image: A subdued image of an American flag fills the background of this graphic. Text reads, "Remembrance Hike. Thursday, May 21st. 8:00pm to 9:00pm. Morgan Park. Portage Park District."]

05/18/2026

🚨 LAST CHANCE FOR GUARANTEED SWAG! 🚨

Register for the 2026 Headwaters Adventure Race before May 22 to guarantee your ultra-soft tri-blend race shirt! 🏃🚴🛶

Join us on June 6, 2026, for an unforgettable adventure through the trails, roads, and scenic waters of Portage County. Whether you're racing solo or with a team, this is your chance to run, pedal, and paddle your way to the finish line!

https://ppdf.givecloud.co/adventure

05/12/2026

A wonderful Happy Hour Hike at Dix Park followed by a nice gathering at West Main St Winery, Brewery & Cider House!

05/12/2026

REMINDER: Tonight is our next Happy Hour Hike! We will meet at Dix Park at 5:30 for a short hike and then head to downtown Ravenna to enjoy a beverage together at West Main St Winery, Brewery & Cider House.

05/08/2026

Join us next Tuesday, May 12 for our next Happy Hour Hike! We will meet at Dix Park at 5:30 for a short hike and then head to downtown Ravenna to enjoy a beverage together at West Main St Winery, Brewery & Cider House. 🚶‍♀️🚶🍷