Enjoy Mountain Climbing Day by hiking at Chestnut Ridge Metro Park! Chestnut Ridge is the first ridge in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. Hike will be approx. 2.6 miles. ...Read More

Come out and try standup paddle boarding for free at Quarry Trails Metro Park. Maybe Sasquatch will be hanging around while you're out on the water.... First come first served. ...Read More

Whether you are new to archery, or are an experienced archer, join us at our Summer Shoot to take aim at fun seasonal targets! Meet at the Scioto Grove archery ...Read More

Enjoy a campfire and some yummy foods prepared with pie irons and dutch ovens.

Join a geologist on an 2.5-mile off-trail hike in the ravine. Learn the story about the discovery of the prehistoric shark fossil found right here in a Highbanks ravine. Explore ...Read More

Celebrate insects and invertebrates with actvities and displays for kids and adults. This year, you'll be able to learn about insects from around world in the traveling Ohio State University ...Read More

Ages 8+. Come take a shot at archery. Learn the basics, or just get an opportunity to shoot some arrows.

Take some time for yourself and enjoy a slow yoga flow while watching the sun set at Scioto Grove Metro Park. If the weather permits we will meet on the ...Read More

Enjoy Darby Bend Lakes at Prairie Oaks Metro Park from a kayak! Kayaks are solo, sit in kayaks with a max weight of 275 lbs. Some tandems will be available ...Read More

Explore the BIG equipment, and learn about the machines that help our park and city run.

Take in forest views on a 4-mile evening hike. This hike will be a combination of public and backcountry trails. Terrain at Clear Creek is steep and uneven. Wear sturdy ...Read More

Enjoy Turtle Pond from a kayak! Solo, sit in kayaks available for ages 10+, max weight: 275Ibs. Several tandem kayaks will be available for participants of all ages, with an ...Read More

Come learn about common Ohio birds and take a half-mile hike to see what birds we can find.

Listen to a reading of The Lorax and then create a Lorax-themed craft! Ages 2-5. Meeting Location Notes: Highbanks Nature Center is the first right after entering the park. There ...Read More

Take a 2-mile off-trail hike through the ravines at the Hundred Acre Wood property. Meet at 5220 Cambria Way.

Learn about all of the exciting ways YOU can contribute to scientific research outdoors. No experience required!

Join the naturalist for an intro art lesson! All materials will be provided.

Did you know that many Pokémon are based on real animals? Take a half-mile hike to learn about some of the fun critters that inspired Pokémon.

It's bats! This is us putting up the bat signal to come learn about our park's bats on this 1-mile hike. Meet at the Indian Ridge Bulletin Board.

Drop a line in Schrock Lake and see if you can catch a big one. Bring your own pole or borrow one of ours. Ages 3-16.

Let's take a 2-mile interpretive hike through the forests and prairies under the starlight. Meet at the Indian Ridge Picnic Area Bulletin Board.

Ongoing between 1-3pm All ages The farm ladies will demonstrate how to preserve the garden produce using traditional 19th-century methods.

Join a naturalist for an off-trail ravine exploration focusing on ferns and their unique habits and habitats. This hike will involve traversing slippery rocks, climbing over logs, walking rustic footpaths ...Read More

Join this Dixieland band for a fun, foot stomping concert. Seating is limited. Feel free to bring a blanket or chair.

Join instructor Midge Krause for an introductory tai chi class.

Learn about the history of Clear Creek on a 4-mile backcountry hike to Winnowing Rock. Terrain at Clear Creek is steep and uneven. Be prepared for elevation gain and a ...Read More

Take a brisk 4-mile hike through forests and fields. Meet us at the Ranger Station, 1775 Darby Creek Drive.

Join us for a 5-mile hike along the Alum Creek Greenway Trail (meets at Heron Pond). We won't stop too often but will enjoy being outdoors and sharing good company. ...Read More