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Toddler Hike
Toddler Hike
Enjoy a hike at Walnut Woods on this slow-paced, stroller friendly Toddler Hike! The trail will be paved, and we will hike as far as we can within the hour. ...Read More
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Nature Kids: Animal Olympics
Nature Kids: Animal Olympics
How would you compete against a grasshopper in the long jump? Learn fun facts about Ohio animals and their abilities as you compete against them and make your way through ...Read More
Try It! Archery
Try It! Archery
Come try your hand at this free archery program! Come out anytime between the times listed. All equipment provided. Ages 8+.
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Prairie Prowl
Prairie Prowl
Spot the colors of the prairie and learn how to identify different prairie wildflowers on this 2-mile walk.
Summer Children’s Programs: Swimmers & Divers
Summer Children’s Programs: Swimmers & Divers
Learn about the best wild swimmers and divers around Ohio, including muskrats, frogs, diving beetles, and minks. Participate in games and crafts themed around these swimming and diving animals. Geared ...Read More
Summer Children’s Programs: Swimmers & Divers
Summer Children’s Programs: Swimmers & Divers
Learn about the best wild swimmers and divers around Ohio, including muskrats, frogs, diving beetles, and minks. Participate in games and crafts themed around these swimming and diving animals. Geared ...Read More
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First Friday Fitness Hike
First Friday Fitness Hike
Hike 2 or 4 mi on gravel and natural surface trails. Moderate pace; some hills and stairs.
Alphabet Walk
Alphabet Walk
Ongoing between 10am - 4pm All ages Explore the farm while learning 26 facts about tools, animals, and life in the 1880s.
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Rock on! Art in the Park
Rock on! Art in the Park
Check out some cool nature and try your hand at painting on different mediums. Rocks and paper provided. Ages 6+, meet at the Redbud Shelter, 1775 Darby Creek Dr.
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Bugstravaganza!
Bugstravaganza!
Celebrate insects and other small creatures. Learn about bees, make crafts, see live bugs from around the world at the OSU Bugmobile, discover moths and butterflies, learn about pollinators and ...Read More
Alphabet Walk
Alphabet Walk
Ongoing between 10am - 4pm All ages Explore the farm while learning 26 facts about tools, animals, and life in the 1880s.
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Science Saturday: Cool Chemistry!
Science Saturday: Cool Chemistry!
Join us for our final installation of the Science Saturday summer series! This month we are focusing on chemistry and how fun it can be. We will have stations set ...Read More
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Alphabet Walk
Alphabet Walk
Ongoing between 10am - 4pm All ages Explore the farm while learning 26 facts about tools, animals, and life in the 1880s.
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Fairy House Building
Fairy House Building
Calling all fairy house construction workers! The Blendon Woods fairies are in desperate need of new homes. Collect natural materials to create your own house for fairies or trolls.
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Try it! Archery
Try it! Archery
Come try your hand at this free archery program! Come out anytime between the times listed. All equipment provided. Ages 8+.
5 events,
Preschool: Caterpillar Crawl
Preschool: Caterpillar Crawl
Learn about caterpillars, butterflies, and the plants they need through a story, craft, and hike.
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Stream Study
Stream Study
Ease back into the school mode while learning about water chemistry and watershed health. Prepare to get wet. Meet at the Ranger Station, 1775 Darby Creek Dr.
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For Families: Taekwondo
For Families: Taekwondo
Join black belt instructors from Tiger Woo's for a 30 minute Taekwondo lesson on "Confidence". This martial arts class instills confidence, builds strength and agility, and develops coordination. No experience ...Read More
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Touch-a-Truck
Touch-a-Truck
Touch, Honk and Explore a variety of different machines and equipment used in a variety of organizations. Cedar Ridge Picnic Area, 1775 Darby Creek Dr.
Try It! Kayaking
Try It! Kayaking
Come out anytime during the listed times and enjoy kayaking the lake at Quarry Trails Metro Park, kayaking will be first come first served. Solo, sit in kayaks available for ...Read More
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Drop In: Bug Off
Drop In: Bug Off
Stop by Big Meadows Picnic Area between 11am-1pm to learn all about the fascinating world of insects and see how many you can catch in the meadow! A hat, long ...Read More
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For Families: Slime Mold Hike
For Families: Slime Mold Hike
Learn about slime molds and their role in the forest on this 1.25-mile hike.
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Night Hike
Night Hike
Light up the night on this 0.8 mile as we use some UV lights and search out nocturnal insects. Meet at the Ranger Station, 1775 Darby Creek Dr.
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Animal Olympics
Animal Olympics
Run, jump and howl as you "Go for the Gold" in a series of activities. Try to jump as high as a squirrel or hold your breath as long as ...Read More
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Try it! Climbing
Try it! Climbing
Come out and climb at this free program! Meet at the Scioto Audubon Metro Park Climbing wall. All equipment provided. Tennis shoes with good tread recommended.
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Creeking for Crayfish @ 100 Acre Wood
Creeking for Crayfish @ 100 Acre Wood
Hike through the stream to look for crayfish. Steep hike down to the stream.
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Wildflower Walk
Wildflower Walk
Meet at the Kingfisher Shelter (use address 2319 Quarry Trails Drive Columbus OH 43228). Come on a 1 mile hike to look for wildflowers.
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Try it! Archery
Try it! Archery
Come try your hand at this free archery program! Come out anytime between the times listed. All equipment provided. Ages 8+.
3 events,
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Creeking Adventure
Creeking Adventure
Prepare to get wet and muddy as we make a "splash" in Spring Creek before school starts. Trail to creek is not suitable for strollers.
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Junior Naturalist: Outdoor Survival
Junior Naturalist: Outdoor Survival
Learn how to read a map, use a compass, and help find a lost visitor in the park with a park ranger. Meet at the Ranger Station, 1775 Darby Creek ...Read More
Try It! Kayaking and SUP
Try It! Kayaking and SUP
Come out and try standup paddle boarding and kayaking for free at Prairie Oaks Metro Park, Darby Bend Lakes. SUPs and Solo sit-in kayaks ages 10+ only. Tandems open for ...Read More
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Preschoolers: Monarch Mania
Preschoolers: Monarch Mania
Learn about monarch butterflies and their incredible journey through a story, activity and craft.
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Preschoolers: Going Buggy
Preschoolers: Going Buggy
Catch and learn about insects, spiders and other tiny creatures. Meets at Three Creeks Confluence Area, 3860 Bixby Rd, Groveport
Preschoolers: Monarch Mania
Preschoolers: Monarch Mania
Learn about monarch butterflies and their incredible journey through a story, activity and craft.
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For Adults: Tree ID Hike
For Adults: Tree ID Hike
Join a naturalist on a 1 mile hike through our Oak Coves area to discover Ohio’s many common trees, and tips and tricks to identify them. Trail will be mostly ...Read More
Sunset SUP and S’mores
Sunset SUP and S’mores
Come out and enjoy the sunset on a Stand Up Paddle Board and enjoy a little sweet treat! SUPs are for ages 10+, both inflatable and hard paddle bards will ...Read More
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Nature Kids: Going on a Bug Hunt
Nature Kids: Going on a Bug Hunt
Take a 1-mile hike through a prairie and catch insects to learn what adaptations they have
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Summer Fun Day
Summer Fun Day
Come visit the park for a summer fun day! Bring or borrow a kite, play with bubbles, draw with chalk and enjoy the summer!
Outdoor Adventure Run Club!
Outdoor Adventure Run Club!
Join us for a fun morning of running the trails at Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park! Loops will be mapped out, feel free to run at your own pace! Meet ...Read More
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Kids Beach Party Tram Ride
Kids Beach Party Tram Ride
Come ready for fun in the sun at the Blendon Woods Beach Party! We will have Tram rides on the half hour, at 10, 1030 and 11, plus plenty of ...Read More
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Homestead Hoopla
Homestead Hoopla
Hangout at Homestead with us before school starts up. We are celebrating the special aspects of our park by offering guided hikes around the new property, competitions at the playground, ...Read More
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Try It! Kayaking and SUP
Try It! Kayaking and SUP
Come out and try standup paddle boarding and kayaking for free at Quarry Trails Metro Park. First come first served. All equipment provided. SUPs and Solo sit-in kayaks ages 10+ ...Read More
Summer Sunday Splash
Summer Sunday Splash
Stop by anytime between 1-3pm for some drop-by creeking. Join the Naturalists as we search for crawdads, fish, and aquatic bugs. Closed-toed shoes recommended. Creeking supplies provided. Follow signs from ...Read More
4 events,
Try it! Archery
Try it! Archery
Come try your hand at this free archery program! Come out anytime between the times listed. All equipment provided. Ages 8+.
Backpacking Series: Week 1- Four Essentials & Site Selection
Backpacking Series: Week 1- Four Essentials & Site Selection
Are you wanting to learn more about backpacking? Join us for a 6-week long series of interactive classes designed as an introduction to backpacking, building up to an overnight trip ...Read More
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Toddler Time: Touch and Feel
Toddler Time: Touch and Feel
Explore the Gardens using the sense of touch. Enjoy hands on activities and a walk.
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Try It! SUP
Try It! SUP
Come out and try standup paddle boarding for free at Quarry Trails Metro Park. First come first served. All equipment provided. Ages 10+ Quarry Trails Metro Park has several park ...Read More
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Butterfly Hike
Butterfly Hike
Search for butterflies, learn about habitat management and monitoring efforts on a 2.5-mile hike with the Naturalist. Meet at the Fern Parking Lot, 22937 Clear Creek Road in Rockbridge.
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Nature Kids: Creek Exploration
Nature Kids: Creek Exploration
Take a 2-mile hike (round-trip) to Blacklick Creek to wade in the water in search of fish, frogs, insects and crayfish.
Try It! Kayaking and SUP
Try It! Kayaking and SUP
Come out and try standup paddle boarding and kayaking for free at Prairie Oaks Metro Park, Darby Bend Lakes. SUPs and Solo sit-in kayaks ages 10+ only. Tandems open for ...Read More
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For Adults: Summer Fungi
For Adults: Summer Fungi
Learn about mushrooms and search the trails for fungi on this 1.25-mile hike.
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Preschool Storytime- Tops and Bottoms
Preschool Storytime- Tops and Bottoms
Program begins at 10 am behind the farmhouse. Enjoy a story about plants, learn about which parts we eat, and do a craft.
Try It! Kayaking
Try It! Kayaking
Come out anytime during the listed times and enjoy kayaking the lake at Quarry Trails Metro Park, kayaking will be first come first served. Solo, sit in kayaks available for ...Read More
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Outdoor Movie Night – The Big Year
Outdoor Movie Night – The Big Year
Join Metro Parks at Scioto Audubon Metro Park for a FREE screening of The Big Year. Movies start at dark. Bring a chair or blanket to sit on the lawn! ...Read More
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Forest Bathing
Forest Bathing
Join a naturalist in some good ol’ nature therapy! Feel free to bring something to sit on that’s easy to carry as we take a short hike and practice some ...Read More
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Bark Bash
Bark Bash
This fun-filled event promises a day of canine-centric activities and entertainment for dog lovers and their four-legged friends. Bark Bash will be held at the Darby Bend Lakes area of ...Read More
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Homemade Dog Treat
Homemade Dog Treat
Meet at the Dog Park. Use address 2600 Dublin Rd Columbus OH 43228 and follow the roadway till it stops and take a left. The dog park will be on ...Read More
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Music in the Gardens: High Street Stompers
Music in the Gardens: High Street Stompers
This New Orleans-style Dixieland jazz band plays music for all ages, and is sure to keep your toes tapping and fingers snapping. Seating is limited, feel free to bring a ...Read More
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For Adults: Calm Down Hike
For Adults: Calm Down Hike
Want to learn how to channel your inner nature aspect? Take a 3-mile hike and learn about all the cool and colorful things to touch and explore. Ages 18+. Little ...Read More
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For Adults 50+: Picnic On The Ridge
For Adults 50+: Picnic On The Ridge
Hike up the Ridge trail to the old homesite and enjoy your packed lunch in the shade of trees. After fortifying ourselves with lunch we will hike the rest of ...Read More
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Monarch March
Monarch March
Join a naturalist on a 1-mile walk while we search for monarch caterpillars and butterflies.
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Bat Brigade
Bat Brigade
We are the night. Well, let's at least explore the night with one of our most famous nocturnals, bats, on this 1-mile hike. Meet at the Indian Ridge Bulletin Board, ...Read More
3 events,
Sunset SUP and S’mores
Sunset SUP and S’mores
Come out and enjoy the sunset on a Stand Up Paddle Board and enjoy a little sweet treat! SUPs are for ages 10+, both inflatable and hard paddle bards will ...Read More
6 events,
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Dog Days of Summer
Dog Days of Summer
After a hot summer, our dogs deserve some fun, so come celebrate your furry friends with us! We will have treats, crafts, and kiddie pools set up to spoil the ...Read More
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Un-Nature Hike
Un-Nature Hike
Join a naturalist on a forested scavenger hunt, looking for things that don't belong! Great for kids, 0.4mile walk.
3 events,
Butterfly Weekend
Butterfly Weekend
It's our annual butterfly extravaganza! Drop by the nature center 10am-1pm Labor Day Weekend. We will have a daily puppet show, crafts, games, butterfly hunt and even a daily butterfly ...Read More
Outdoor Adventure Run Club!
Outdoor Adventure Run Club!
Join us for a fun morning of running the trails at Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park! Loops will be mapped out, feel free to run at your own pace! Meet ...Read More
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Family Creeking
Family Creeking
Take a short walk to the creek and wade in the water to find critters. Meet at the Fern Parking Lot, 22937 Clear Creek Road in Rockbridge.
5 events,
Butterfly Weekend
Butterfly Weekend
It's our annual butterfly extravaganza! Drop by the nature center 10am-1pm Labor Day Weekend. We will have a daily puppet show, crafts, games, butterfly hunt and even a daily butterfly ...Read More
All in a Day’s Work
All in a Day’s Work
Program ongoing between 10am-4pm Visit a display and play a matching game to learn about 19th century occupations and the history of Labor Day.
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Drop In: Weather Experiments
Drop In: Weather Experiments
Stop by the nature center to join a naturalist explaining weather experiments. Learn about thunderstorms, tornados, lightning, rainbows and more! Meeting Location Notes: Highbanks Nature Center is the first right ...Read More