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Woodland is one of the city’s best places to watch birds. The lush greenery and many secluded spots make it an ideal location for birds to nest and lay their eggs. It is home to both native species and other birds that pass through during their migration. Join us for a 2 hour walk throughout the cemetery looking for seasonal and Ohio native birds. Nature guide Amanda Lawson will conduct the tours and discuss the many species of birds found at Woodland. A pair of binoculars and a camera are all you need. Register for this tour at: bit.ly/WoodlandBirdWalk.

This tour visits the gravesites of those resting in Section 101, including Paul Laurence Dunbar, the Wright Brothers, Medal of Honor recipient Charles G. Bickham, the Mead family, Electra C. Doren and many more. Register for this tour at: bit.ly/WoodlandLuminaries

Although Woodland is known for its 25 species of Oak trees, on this tour you’ll discover some of the most unique and common trees for the Ohio growing area. Get connected to the Arboretum on this guided tour. Register at: bit.ly/WoodlandTreeTour.

Thousands of symbols and emblems adorn markers and monuments indicating attitudes towards death and the hereafter, occupations, social organizations and more. Join us for this educational and informative walking tour. Register for this tour at: bit.ly/WoodlandSymbols.

Classes include hands on, one-on-one and group instruction on headstone preservation and proper cleaning techniques.Two class types will be provided including a basic beginners class and an advanced headstone repair class. For more information and to register for either class go to: bit.ly/WoodlandHeadstones.

Woodland Cemetery and the Humane Society of Greater Dayton invite you to one of our most unique events. This historic walk is for all sociable dogs and their humans. The Humane Society will have dogs available for adoption. Come take one for a walk and make a new friend.Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. or online at: bit.ly/WoofWalk.

This special tour begins with the inventors of powered flight and takes you on a journey of the men and women who helped Dayton grow the air services from WWI to the current Air Force. This tour will begin and end at the Wright Brother’s grave site. Parking is available around Section 101. Register for this tour at: bit.ly/WoodlandAviationTour.

Dayton was well established by the 1850s and brewing beer and other spirits were big business that lasted well into the new century. On this tour, you’ll explore the lives of the brewers and the successes and failures of their endeavors. You must be 21 with a valid ID to attend this tour. Register for this tour at: bit.ly/Woodlandbrewers.

On these guided tours, you’ll meet actors portraying Dayton’s famous and infamous residents who have made Woodland their final resting place. You may meet John Van Cleve, the Wright Brothers, bank robbers, sports stars or a gypsy or two. Register for this tour at: bit.ly/WoodlandDays.

Evening Lantern Tours
October 1, 5-8, 12-15, 19-22, 26-29
Monday thru Thursday 6:30 PM
Register at: bit.ly/WoodlandLantern.

A touch of history with mystery includes the life stories of inventors, bank robbers, counterfeiters and murderers. Please note that this tour may be deemed a strenuous walking tour and is not recommended for children, the elderly or those who may have trouble walking long distances through hilly and uneven grassy areas.

All families are welcome to attend this service of remembrance and to light a candle in honor of their loved ones. Refreshments will be served Register for this event at: bit.ly/WoodlandRemembrance.

Guests are invited to decorate and place an ornament on our Remembrance Trees. Ornaments and decorations will be available or you can bring your own. Ornaments can be retrieved until January 2, 2025.