Behind the Parks: Meet Pat at Walnut Woods
Pat Patterson Maintenance Technician, Walnut Woods Hometown New London, Ohio What I do at Metro Parks and what I love about it As a Park Technician I’m very busy with …Read More
Planning and design interns reflect on enchanting time with Metro Parks
EMILY LOOMIS AND BRAD REUSCHLING Planning and Design Interns Spending the summer with the planning and design team as interns has been anything but slow or stagnant. We’ve worked on …Read More
Meet the Gleason family and discover your Metro Parks through their adventures
Brandy and Mike Gleason, their eight children, two son-in-law’s and three grandbabies are all about exploring the outdoors, especially the Metro Parks. Check out their ultimate guide to Metro Parks …Read More
Cue the fun, learning, laughter and memories with a program at your Metro Parks
Build the outdoors into your day to day world by attending a free program at one of your Metro Parks. Venture into the woods with a naturalist to look for …Read More
Scioto Fest 2021 is almost here!
Scioto Fest is back and loaded with tons of fun activities for you and your friends and family, including overnight camping. We’ve even got stuff for your furry best friend. …Read More
A banner year for baby bison at Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park
PEG HANLEY Public Information Manager If you missed the five bison born at Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park, you’re in luck as one of the mammas gave birth to a …Read More
Quarry Trails Metro Park opening this fall!
Sixty-four acres of what will explode into a 180-acre destination park for recreation, fun and adventure will open this fall. Located along the west bank of the Scioto River near …Read More
Adventure Starts Here: The Parable Project
The Parable Project connects kids and nature at Metro Parks.
Wander and Wonder: Discover nature through programs
Discover the wonders of nature through Metro Parks programs and activities.
Adventure Starts Here: Adaptive Sports Connection at Glacier Ridge Metro Park
Veterans find joy on bikes at Glacier Ridge Metro Park.
The scoop on poop: Nature’s disposable diaper
TINA FRONK Social Media Specialist The natural world is full of intriguing, and sometimes gross, wonders. Robins exemplify these fascinating and revolting wonders while feeding their young. Baby robins stay …Read More
WAG! Fest returns to Prairie Oaks Metro Park
BARK BASH – August 24, 2024 Bark Bash is the super-duper event of the summer for you and your canine friends. The inaugural Bark Bash replaces the cancelled WAG! Fest …Read More
A dream staycation in your Metro Parks
KIM DEAL Outdoor Adventure Programming If you’re craving a quick and inexpensive getaway, Metro Parks Outdoor Adventure has you covered. Whether you’re a water bug, an avid angler or a …Read More
Metro Parks removes bird feeders and asks residents to please do the same
PEG HANLEY Public Information Manager Naturalists and staff at Metro Parks have removed bird feeders from the parks as birds in Ohio and other states are suffering from an illness …Read More
Summer fun with your furry friend
CAROLINE WAGNER Outdoor Adventure Programming Summer is for animal lovers! Hitting the trail with your furry friend is a dream come true. Before you and your best friend head outdoors, check …Read More
Wander and Wonder: Natural play areas
Let your imagination run wild at Metro Parks natural play areas.
Step into the 1880s at Slate Run Farm
Stop by Slate Run Living Historical Farm and fully immerse yourself in life on an 1880s farm. Check out Ohio Magazine’s write up about Slate Run here.
Picnics, parks and people are the perfect recipe for summertime fun in your Metro Parks
PEG HANLEY Public Information Manager Cookout and picnic season is in full swing and there’s no better place than your Metro Parks to grill and chill with family and friends. …Read More
Enjoy family fun at Metro Parks Outdoor Adventure at Highbanks
10TV and Metro Parks Outdoor Adventure is a great way to get back to summer fun in 2021! On July 17 from 10am-4pm, Highbanks Metro Park Big Meadows picnic area …Read More
Adventure Starts Here: Paddling Big Darby Creek
There's nothing like paddling Big Darby Creek at Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park.