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New Years Bird Hike
New Years Bird Hike
Start off the new year with a fresh bird list! Join a naturalist for a 1.5-mile hike as we search the forest and feeders for winter birds.
First Day Hike
First Day Hike
Start the New Year off by hitting the trails and check Clear Creek off on your Metro Parks Winter Hike card. Choose from a guided 4.5-mile or 7.5-mile hike. Both ...Read More
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New Year, New Trail
New Year, New Trail
Do you think you've walked every trail in our park? Meet us to hike out along our old racetrack on a 3-mile hike. Meet at 7980 Kuhlwein Rd. Galloway, Ohio ...Read More
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Sunset and S’mores
Sunset and S’mores
Enjoy watching the sunset while eating a toasty s'more around a warm campfire at Quarry Trails Metro Park! Meet at the Basin Parking Lot, all equipment provided. Quarry Trails Metro ...Read More
6 events,
Prairie Oaks Winter Hike
Prairie Oaks Winter Hike
Gather your friends and family for a hike on any trail at Prairie Oaks Metro Park. Refreshments and a treat will be served between 10am and 1pm in the Darby ...Read More
Fitness Series: Trail Running
Fitness Series: Trail Running
Join us for the first program in our Fitness Series! This program will be centered around Trail Running! Join us for a staff led program including trail running through Scioto ...Read More
Happy Tails-n-Trails
Happy Tails-n-Trails
Bring your canine companion for a 2-mile hike followed by a doggie treat. Meet at the Apple Ridge Bulletin Board.
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Walnut Woods Winter Hike
Walnut Woods Winter Hike
Gather your friends and family for a hike on any trail at Walnut Woods Metro Park. Refreshments and a treat will be served between 10am and 1pm in the Buckeye ...Read More
January 100 Bird Series
January 100 Bird Series
Working on a January 100? Come take a guided 2.5 mile hike at the wetland to see what winter birds we can find. All experience levels welcome. Limited supply of ...Read More
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Fitness Series: Fitness in the Parks
Fitness Series: Fitness in the Parks
Join us in our Fitness Series! Kick off the new year by finding new ways to exercise in our lovely Metro Parks! Meet at the Arrowhead Picnic Shelter for further ...Read More
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Try It! Archery
Try It! Archery
Enjoy the thrill and fun of archery this winter while being toasty warm inside at the Blacklick Woods Golf Course!! Archery will be indoors at the Golf Course Pro Shop! ...Read More
Home Canning and Preserving
Home Canning and Preserving
Join Jeannie Seabrook of Glass Rooster Cannery as she presents five methods of home preservation. Sponsored by the Herb Society of Ohio, Central Ohio Unit.
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Headlamp Hike to the Firetower
Headlamp Hike to the Firetower
Enjoy a headlamp-illuminated hike to the Fire Tower at Scioto Grove Metro Park! If people are feeling adventurous, they can go up the tower with an instructor! The tower will ...Read More
Wildlife Watch Night
Wildlife Watch Night
Visit the nature center after hours to see what wildlife is at the feeders for an evening snack in the dark.
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For Adults 50+: Wildlife Wander
For Adults 50+: Wildlife Wander
Search for wildlife on a 2-mile easy stroll around the lakes. Meet at Darby Bend Lakes near the restrooms in the last parking area at 2755 Amity Rd., Hilliard.
Sunset and S’mores
Sunset and S’mores
Enjoy watching the sunset while eating a toasty s'more around a warm campfire at Quarry Trails Metro Park! Meet at the Basin Parking Lot, all equipment provided. Quarry Trails Metro ...Read More
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Sharon Woods Winter Hike
Sharon Woods Winter Hike
Gather your friends and family for a hike on any trail at Sharon Woods Metro Park. Refreshments and a treat will be served between 10am and 1pm. Learn more about ...Read More
Wild Ones Annual Native Seed Exchange
Wild Ones Annual Native Seed Exchange
Join the Columbus Chapter of the Wild Ones for their annual native seed exchange.
Hike The Hills
Hike The Hills
Take in views of Lake Emily on a new 4.5-mile off trail hike. Experience hiking over difficult terrain with elevation gain is recommended. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring water. ...Read More
3 events,
Slate Run Winter Hike
Slate Run Winter Hike
Gather your friends and family for a hike on any trail at Slate Run Metro Park. Refreshments and a treat will be served between 10am and 1pm at Buzzards Roost ...Read More
Embark Dog Hike: Dress Up Your Dog Day!
Embark Dog Hike: Dress Up Your Dog Day!
Celebrate National Dress up Your Dog Day on a staff led dog hike! Dress up your pup and come out for an approx. 2 mile hike. Meet at the Arrowhead ...Read More
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Bird BINGO Scavenger Hunt
Bird BINGO Scavenger Hunt
Drop by the Naturalist Office between 10am-12pm to pick up a Bird BINGO sheet, and then search the park for our feathered friends. Find at least 5 different birds to ...Read More
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Roll Around the Park!
Roll Around the Park!
Join us on a staff led Roll Around the Park! Break out those bikes, roller skates, skateboards and anything else with wheels! We will be traversing the paved Multipurpose trail! ...Read More
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Introduction to Rucking
Introduction to Rucking
Rucking is a form of exercise that combines walking/hiking with weight training! Learn about the tips and tricks of this interesting and cost-effective exercise routine! The program will consist of ...Read More
January 100 Bird Series
January 100 Bird Series
Working on a January 100? Come take a guided 2.5 mile hike at the wetland to see what winter birds we can find. All experience levels welcome. Limited supply of ...Read More
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Sunset and S’mores
Sunset and S’mores
Enjoy watching the sunset while eating a toasty s'more around a warm campfire at Quarry Trails Metro Park! Meet at the Basin Parking Lot, all equipment provided. Quarry Trails Metro ...Read More
5 events,
Scioto Audubon Winter Hike
Scioto Audubon Winter Hike
Gather your friends and family for a hike on any trail at Scioto Audubon Metro Park. Refreshments and a treat will be served between 10am and 1pm. Learn more about ...Read More
Fitness Series: Trail Running
Fitness Series: Trail Running
Join us for our Fitness Series! This program will be centered around Trail Running! Join us for a staff led program including trail running through Scioto Grove Metro Park. This ...Read More
Blacklick Woods Frozen Experience
Blacklick Woods Frozen Experience
For the first time in forever, Blacklick Woods has turned into the town of Arendelle. Let it go during this Frozen celebration! Do you wanna build a snowman craft and ...Read More
5 events,
Rocky Fork Winter Hike
Rocky Fork Winter Hike
Gather your friends and family for a hike on any trail at Rocky Fork Metro Park. Refreshments and a treat will be served between 10am and 1pm. Learn more about ...Read More
Hike The Hills
Hike The Hills
Take in views of Lake Emily on a new 4.5-mile off trail hike. Experience hiking over difficult terrain with elevation gain is recommended. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring water. ...Read More
Bird Feeder Bingo
Bird Feeder Bingo
Learn about native birds while playing bird feeder bingo. Watch the feeders to mark your bingo board and earn prizes
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Fitness Series: Fitness in the Parks
Fitness Series: Fitness in the Parks
Join us in our Fitness Series! Kick off the new year by finding new ways to exercise in our lovely Metro Parks! Meet at the Arrowhead Picnic Shelter for further ...Read More
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For Families: Winter Wildlife Walk
For Families: Winter Wildlife Walk
Where do all of the wildlife go in the winter? Learn about different survival strategies as we hike to look for their hideouts
For Adults: Fast-paced Full Moon Fitness Hike
For Adults: Fast-paced Full Moon Fitness Hike
Take a fast 2.8-mile hike lit by the light of the full moon. Note: This hike finishes in an hour or less. Leaders keep a good pace on gravel, grass ...Read More
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Full Moon Hike
Full Moon Hike
Take a brisk 4-mile hike through forests and fields. Meet us at the Ranger Station, 1775 Darby Creek Drive.
Lantern Hike
Lantern Hike
Join us for an after dark adventure on this two mile lantern hike! Some lanterns will be available to borrow. Meet at the Tall Pines area! 6833 Richardson Rd, Groveport, ...Read More
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Sunset and S’mores
Sunset and S’mores
Enjoy watching the sunset while eating a toasty s'more around a warm campfire at Quarry Trails Metro Park! Meet at the Basin Parking Lot, all equipment provided. Quarry Trails Metro ...Read More
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Clear Creek Winter Hike
Clear Creek Winter Hike
Take a self guided hike on any of our public trails and enjoy refreshments at our Barnebey Hambleton area from 10am-1pm. Meet at the Park Office (185 Clear Creek Road, ...Read More
Moms Morning Out
Moms Morning Out
Bring your coffee and join other moms on this half-mile hike while using the Five Common Topics to prompt discussion.
Coffee and Birds
Coffee and Birds
Join us in the Innis House to sip coffee while we view and discuss birds at the feeders.
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Scioto Grove Winter Hike
Scioto Grove Winter Hike
Gather your friends and family for a hike on any trail at Scioto Grove Metro Park. Refreshments and a treat will be served between 10am and 1pm. Learn more about ...Read More
Orienteering For Kids!
Orienteering For Kids!
Orienteering is a sport that combines navigation with speed! This for kids level program will go over the basics of the sport as well as practice by playing a game! ...Read More
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Pie Iron Cooking
Pie Iron Cooking
Pie irons? Pudgy pies? Toastie irons? Regardless of what you grew up calling them, or are brand new to using them, join us to make recipes and learn tips and ...Read More
Winter Hike
Winter Hike
Join us for a staff led hike through the Tall Pines at Walnut Woods! The hike will be approx. 3.2 miles. Meet at the Tall Pines Area Parking lot 6833 ...Read More
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Seasonal Shuffle
Seasonal Shuffle
Join the naturalist on a 4-mile hike while we note seasonal changes happening along the way.
For Kids: Groundhog Day
For Kids: Groundhog Day
Did Buckeye Chuck see his shadow today? Read a story and lean about groundhogs.
Sunset and S’mores
Sunset and S’mores
Enjoy watching the sunset while eating a toasty s'more around a warm campfire at Quarry Trails Metro Park! Meet at the Basin Parking Lot, all equipment provided. Quarry Trails Metro ...Read More
5 events,
Blendon Woods Winter Hike
Blendon Woods Winter Hike
Gather your friends and family for a hike on any trail at Blendon Woods Metro Park. Refreshments and a treat will be served between 10am and 1pm. Learn more about ...Read More
(Not So) Early Bird Hike
(Not So) Early Bird Hike
Borrow a pair of our binoculars or bring your own, as we take a short hike to search for and learn more about these winged wonders. Meet near the Schrock ...Read More
Inniswood Quilt Show
Inniswood Quilt Show
View quilts made by the Columbus Metropolitan Quilters. Members will be available to answer questions on Saturdays and Sundays. The exhibit features quilts, wall hangings, and quilted items with a ...Read More
6 events,
Pickerington Ponds Winter Hike
Pickerington Ponds Winter Hike
Gather your friends and family for a hike on any trail at Pickerington Ponds Metro Park. Refreshments and a treat will be served between 10am and 1pm at the Burning ...Read More
Inniswood Quilt Show
Inniswood Quilt Show
View quilts made by the Columbus Metropolitan Quilters. Members will be available to answer questions on Saturdays and Sundays. The exhibit features quilts, wall hangings, and quilted items with a ...Read More