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Toddler Turkey Trot
Toddler Turkey Trot
Join us for a slow paced walk suitable for your littles! Meet at the arrowhead picnic shelter at Scioto Grove Metro Park, following the walk kiddos will be able to ...Read More
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Winter Hike Kick-Off
Winter Hike Kick-Off
Join us for the winter hike kick-off at Highbanks Metro Park! Grab some hot chocolate and roam around Highbanks to look at the lights, and grab your winter hike card ...Read More
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Indoor Amusements
Indoor Amusements
Ongoing at the farmhouse between 10am-4pm. Try some indoor games and toys and challenge your mind with some 19th century puzzles.
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Walk In The Woods
Walk In The Woods
Get some fresh air and exercise on a 3-mile walk through the woods. No pets, please. Meets at Three Creeks Confluence Area bulletin board, 3860 Bixby Rd, Groveport
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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
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Luminary Hikes
Luminary Hikes
Take a self-guided 1/2-mile walk through the woods and fields as luminaries light your way. Enjoy a cup of hot chocolate and have your winter hike card stamped. Find more ...Read More
Winter Hike – Campfire & Hot Cocoa
Winter Hike – Campfire & Hot Cocoa
Take a half-mile hike along the Buttonbush Trail under the twinkling lights and stop by the Nature Center to enjoy a cup of cocoa around the campfire. The Canopy Walk ...Read More
Preschool: Hunters & Gatherers
Preschool: Hunters & Gatherers
Learn about how those in the past were able to put food on their table by playing various hunting and gathering games! Best for ages 3-5.
8 events,
Luminary Hikes
Luminary Hikes
Take a self-guided 1/2-mile walk through the woods and fields as luminaries light your way. Enjoy a cup of hot chocolate and have your winter hike card stamped. Find more ...Read More
Walk To The Eagle Nest
Walk To The Eagle Nest
Take a 2-mile round trip mostly off-trail hike to learn about bald eagles and observe the nest from below. Sometimes we see eagles and sometimes we don't! Dress for off-trail ...Read More
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Birdfeeder Craft
Birdfeeder Craft
Learn about different foods that can be used to attract birds to your yard and build a simple bird feeder to take home.
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Christmas is Coming
Christmas is Coming
Ongoing between 1-3pm All ages Help decorate the farmhouse in Victorian style. String popcorn and make an ornament to take home.
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For Adults 50+: Dog Park Gathering – Small Dogs!
For Adults 50+: Dog Park Gathering – Small Dogs!
Bring your canine friends 20 pounds or less and join other like-minded pup owners for an afternoon at the dog park. Bring water and a bowl for your pooch. We’ll ...Read More
Walk To The Eagle Nest
Walk To The Eagle Nest
Take a 2-mile round trip mostly off-trail hike to learn about bald eagles and observe the nest from below. Sometimes we see eagles and sometimes we don't! Dress for off-trail ...Read More
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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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Toddler Time: Winter Crafts
Toddler Time: Winter Crafts
Join us to make toddler-friendly, winter crafts. Be prepared for a little mess-making and a lot of fun.
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
5 events,
Preschoolers: Getting Ready for Winter
Preschoolers: Getting Ready for Winter
Learn how animals prepare for winter through a story, activity and a craft.
Preschoolers: Getting Ready for Winter
Preschoolers: Getting Ready for Winter
Learn how animals prepare for winter through a story, activity and a craft.
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For Adults 50+: Walk To The Eagle Nest
For Adults 50+: Walk To The Eagle Nest
Take a 2-mile round trip mostly off-trail hike to learn about bald eagles and observe the nest from below. Sometimes we see eagles and sometimes we don't! Dress for off-trail ...Read More
2 events,
Winter Hike – Campfire & Hot Cocoa
Winter Hike – Campfire & Hot Cocoa
Take a half-mile hike along the Buttonbush Trail under the twinkling lights and stop by the Nature Center to enjoy a cup of cocoa around the campfire. The Canopy Walk ...Read More
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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Bright Light Nights
Bright Light Nights
The holiday lights are adorning Homestead all this month! Celebrate the seasonal festivities as we make a craft under the twinkling lights and enjoy hot chocolate. This program is geared ...Read More
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Christmas Bird Count
Christmas Bird Count
Join us as we walk 2+ miles counting birds as part of the world’s longest running community science project. Binoculars provided or bring your own.
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Adults: Christmas Bird Count Coffee
Adults: Christmas Bird Count Coffee
Stop by the Highbanks Nature Center library between the hours of 9am and 11am to participate in the Christmas Bird Count. Learn about the backyard birds of Ohio, citizen science ...Read More
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Bright Light Nights
Bright Light Nights
The holiday lights are adorning Homestead all this month! Celebrate the seasonal festivities as we make a craft under the twinkling lights and enjoy hot chocolate. This program is geared ...Read More
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Filling the Farm Larder
Filling the Farm Larder
Hog butchering is a seasonal activity that provided much of the meat for the coming year on an 1880s farm. Watch the farmers cut meat, make sausage, and render lard ...Read More
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
6 events,
Winter Hike – Campfire & Hot Cocoa
Winter Hike – Campfire & Hot Cocoa
Take a half-mile hike along the Buttonbush Trail under the twinkling lights and stop by the Nature Center to enjoy a cup of cocoa around the campfire. The Canopy Walk ...Read More
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For Adults 50+: Winter at the River Bluff
For Adults 50+: Winter at the River Bluff
Search for birds and other wildlife and enjoy a view of the high bluffs along the Olentangy River on this 1-mile easy hike. Bring binoculars if you have them. The ...Read More
Watercolor Tea Bag Art Demonstration
Watercolor Tea Bag Art Demonstration
Watch as artist of the month, Nancy Simmons, demonstrates how she uses watercolors and recycled tea bags to create unique works of art that are enhanced by the stain and ...Read More
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Winter Solstice-Sunrise
Winter Solstice-Sunrise
Celebrate the shortest day of the year by watching the sun rise over Schrock Lake. Enjoy a camp fire, snacks and some information about the science and meaning behind this ...Read More
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Hike Behind the Lake
Hike Behind the Lake
Enjoy the first day of winter on this 1.5-mile hike through the waterfowl refuge.
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Adventure 101: Shelter Building
Adventure 101: Shelter Building
Our "Adventure 101" educational series includes everything from guest speakers to interactive outdoor skill lessons! Participants are encouraged to take notes and ask questions Learn the best practices to safely ...Read More
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Woodpecker Walk
Woodpecker Walk
Take a 1.25-mile hike to learn about Ohio woodpeckers and search the trails for them.
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Campfire Coffee
Campfire Coffee
Down for an adventure and want to stay caffeinated? Come out to learn how to make campfire coffee! Staff will have all the equipment and ingredients necessary for participants to ...Read More
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Winter Nature Crafts
Winter Nature Crafts
Stop by and create some of your favorite crafts this winter using items from nature!
6 events,
Winter Hike – Campfire & Hot Cocoa
Winter Hike – Campfire & Hot Cocoa
Take a half-mile hike along the Buttonbush Trail under the twinkling lights and stop by the Nature Center to enjoy a cup of cocoa around the campfire. The Canopy Walk ...Read More
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Hike to the Bird Blind
Hike to the Bird Blind
Join a naturalist on a 3 mile to the wetland bird blind to look for some ducks! Trail will be a mixture of crushed limestone and dirt. Parts of the ...Read More
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Adventure Book Club!
Adventure Book Club!
NEW LOCATION!!! Join us for our Monthly Adventure Book Club! No registration necessary, all are welcome. This months book is "Endurance: Shackelton's Incredible Voyage" by Alfred Lansing. We will meet ...Read More
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Adventure 101: Gear
Adventure 101: Gear
Our "Adventure 101" educational series includes everything from guest speakers to interactive outdoor skill lessons! Participants are encouraged to take notes and ask questions From clothing, to backpacks, sleeping bags, ...Read More
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Winter Forest @ The Hundred Acre Wood
Winter Forest @ The Hundred Acre Wood
Experience the peaceful winter forest on this rugged 1.5-mile off-trail hike. Wear sturdy shoes. Meet at 5220 Cambria Way.
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Owl Prowl
Owl Prowl
Join the naturalist for a 1.5-mile hike to look and listen for owls. The trail is unimproved, ages 8+. Meet at the back of this area near the restrooms and ...Read More
2 events,
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
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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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Wham! Woodpeckers
Wham! Woodpeckers
Join us on a 1-mile family walk as we look and listen for these hard working birds. Meet at the Confluence, 8465 Alkire Rd.
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Cardio Hike
Cardio Hike
Happy New Year! Join us for a fast-paced, staff led Cardio Hike to kick off the new year right! Meet at the Lakes area parking lot at Quarry Trails Metro ...Read More
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Lantern Hike
Lantern Hike
Come on out for a staff-led lantern hike around the lakes at Quarry Trails! Lanterns will be available on a first come first served basis, hike will be approx. 1.5 ...Read More
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Highbanks Adult Hikers
Highbanks Adult Hikers
Join like-minded adults who enjoy nature for this 2.5-mile hike to the observation deck with a naturalist. Hike will be on crushed limestone and dress for cold weather. Meeting Location ...Read More
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Metro Parks Hiking Club: Friday Fitness Hike
Metro Parks Hiking Club: Friday Fitness Hike
Hike 2 or 4 mi. on gravel and natural surface trails. Moderate pace. Stairs and hills.
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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
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Adventure 101: Shelter Building
Adventure 101: Shelter Building
Our "Adventure 101" educational series includes everything from guest speakers to interactive outdoor skill lessons! Participants are encouraged to take notes and ask questions Come out and be build some ...Read More
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Frigid Fungi
Frigid Fungi
Did you know some fungi can grow in the winter? Join us on a 1.5-mile hike with a naturalist to look for and learn about some winter fungi.
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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
Cowboy Campfire Coffee!
Cowboy Campfire Coffee!
Howdy Y'all! Come out to the Lower Sled Hill at Quarry Trails Metro Park to learn how to make Cowboy style Campfire Coffee! All ingredients and equipment will be supplied, ...Read More