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Join us on an exploratory hike at Chestnut Ridge Metro Park during this month's Toddler Adventure Club! We will hike as far as possible during the time-frame, and staff will ...Read More
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Stop by the Nature Center to learn about local bats, then get crafty and make a bat-themed craft to take home! |
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Come learn about bats and discover what makes these night-flying mammals so important. Come learn about bats and discover what makes these night-flying mammals so important.
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Adaptive Adventures: Fall Craft Hour! Come join us for a fun fall craft at the inclusive playground shelter house at Blendon Woods Metro Park! This craft is for all abilities! ...Read More |
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Take a brisk 4-mile hike through forests and fields. Meet us at the Ranger Station, 1775 Darby Creek Drive. |
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Join Metro Parks for an outdoor movie! Movies start at dusk and are free- bring your lawn chairs or a blanket. Glacier Ridge Metro Park is screening A Bug's Life. Hike 2 or 4 mi. on grave and natural surface trails. Moderate pace. Stairs and hills. Using a simple key, students will learn the basic skills of tree identification and get tips for starting a leaf collection. Program is for school-age kids but younger siblings are ...Read More |
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Join the hiking club! Meet the first Saturday of every month for a moderate to fast-paced hike and to meet like-minded people. This is not an interpretive hike.
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Walk through the woods in search of nuts, seeds and even a fruit or two while discovering the roles they play in Ohio's ecosystems. Fun for kids and adults. Meets ...Read More
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Hike 1.5 mile off-trail to explore the waterfowl refuge. Not stroller friendly. |
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Celebrate the anniversary of Darby Creek becoming a Scenic River. Enjoy seining in the creek, live animals, crafts, archery, and more along the Big Darby Creek. Meet representatives from organizations ...Read More
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Take a 1-mile hike to the creek where you will work with staff to pick up litter and debris. Bring gloves and boots!
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The world around us is filled with clues that point to the presence of native wildlife. Our wild friends might leave behind tracks, chew marks, nests, scales, fur, or feathers! ...Read More |
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Hop on board the tram to enjoy the fall colors on a tram ride around the park. Tram boards at the Nature Center.
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Learn about the magic, and science, behind animal transformations and adaptations using spells from popular media.
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Join us at Scioto Grove Metro Park for free outdoor yoga in the park, perfect for any level! Yoga will take place at The Grove Lodge. We will be outdoors ...Read More |
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Enjoy a stroll through Inniswood as we explore the colors of fruits, foliage, and more.
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Take a moment to stretch and relax out in nature just like the animals do! Learn some cool yoga poses inspired by the wildlife around you! We will read a ...Read More Program ongoing from 10am-4pm Play a game of "I Spy" as you figure out how all the wheels around the farm work and what they do. |
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Join us for a hike to watch the beautiful sunrise at Scioto Grove Metro Park! Hike will be approx. 2 miles. Meet staff at the Arrowhead Picnic Area. Program ongoing from 10am-4pm Play a game of "I Spy" as you figure out how all the wheels around the farm work and what they do. |
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Program ongoing from 10am-4pm Play a game of "I Spy" as you figure out how all the wheels around the farm work and what they do.
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Homeschoolers can learn all about apples through science experiments, games and participate in a taste test of locally grown apples. |
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Program ongoing from 10am-4pm Play a game of "I Spy" as you figure out how all the wheels around the farm work and what they do. |
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Join us for our annual Fall Fest at Slate Run Metro Park! Free, Family Fun activities include: - Hayrides - Corn maze - Face painting - Fall Crafts - Archery ...Read More
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Meet at the dog park parking lot and come on 1.5 mile hike to look for migratory birds. Use address 2600 Dublin Rd and follow the roadway till it forces ...Read More
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Join Sarah Flecker from Franklin Park Conservatory as we learn about unusual and interesting plants during this session of botanical curiosities. Meet at Beech Maple Lodge.
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Get your walking boots on and join us for a 4-mile off-trail hike to visit some of our parks hidden pioneer cemeteries and an Adena Mound. Meet us at Little ...Read More Program ongoing from 10am-4pm Play a game of "I Spy" as you figure out how all the wheels around the farm work and what they do. |
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Join us on an exploratory hike at Walnut Woods Metro Park during this month's Toddler Adventure Club! We will hike as far as possible during the time-frame, and staff will ...Read More
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Celebrate your day off of school by stopping by Schrock Lake and learn how to navigate in the woods with a compass. Afterwards take a "compass hike" and earn a ...Read More
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Learn a little bit about Darby Creek and help us feed the animals in our Living Stream. |
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Learn about mammals, their skulls, and learn how to use a dichotomous key to identify them. Preschoolers can learn about this yummy fall fruit through age-appropriate science experiments, games, and a craft. Kids will be able to taste test locally grown apples. Learn about mammals, their skulls, and learn how to use a dichotomous key to identify them. |
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Hike 2 or 4 mi. on grave and natural surface trails. Moderate pace. Stairs and hills. We need your help! Stop by and carve a pumpkin or two for our October 17th "Pumpkin Walk Around The Pond." We'll provide the pumpkins and have some carving tools ...Read More Come learn about the amazing oak tree and the acorns they leave everywhere! We will read a story, enjoy fun activities, and go on a short hike to find oak ...Read More |
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Fun for you and your canine best friend! Costume contest registration from 4:30-6; judging and parade at 6:15. Prizes awarded! Food trucks! Also accepting donations of puppy/kitten Food, cat litter, ...Read More
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We need your help! Stop by and carve a pumpkin or two for our October 17th "Pumpkin Walk Around The Pond." We'll provide the pumpkins and have some carving tools ...Read More
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Enjoy a relaxing evening of yoga by candlelight at Scioto Grove Metro Park. We will be inside at The Grove lodge at Scioto Grove Metro Park. Free and fun for ...Read More |
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Have fun with early literacy in the park! These 30-40min programs are aimed at kids 2-5yrs. Children and their grownups will enjoy books, rhymes, songs and fun while arousing curiosity ...Read More
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Learn about how trees change colors and some basic tree identification this half-mile hike. |
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Celebrate the season with our annual fall festival, RidgeFest! We have partnered with local organizations to celebrate the uniqueness of Glacier Ridge. Join us for a fun day filled with ...Read More
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Program begins directly at 1pm with a short introduction till 1:30 pm. Followed by a display that will be up till 3 pm. Meet behind the Farmhouse. Join us for ...Read More
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Huddle around the fire and learn how different animals are going to stay warm throughout the winter! Meet at the Nature Center Overflow Parking. |
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Explore the fall forest and learn about some animals that are associated with Halloween on this half-mile hike. Discover facts that reveal these animals aren't so "spooky" after all.
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Meet artists from Blendon Senior Center and view their artwork on display in the Innis House.
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Create beautiful temporary works of art using only natural fallen leaves. Meet at the Natural Play Area. |
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Enjoy the beauty of fall and the leaves changing color at Slate Run Metro Park! Hike will be approx. 1.4 miles long over hilly terrain. Hiking boots recommended. Meet at ...Read More
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Let's take a 2-mile interpretive hike through the forests and prairies under the starlight. Meet at the Indian Ridge Picnic Area, 2705 Darby Creek Dr. |
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Enjoy a not too spooky scavenger hunt around the park at Scioto Grove Metro Park! Meet at the Arrowhead Picnic Area to get your activity sheet and instructions. |
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Adaptive Adventures: Carnival Games! Come enjoy the inclusive playground and try your hand at some of our tabletop carnival games! Play a game, win a sticker! *Adaptive Adventures programs are ...Read More |
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Take a 2.5 mile hike with stops along the way to enjoy the last fall color and learn how animals and plants prepare for winter. No pets, please. Meets at ...Read More
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Families will take a half-mile walk along the Buttonbush Trail while collecting treats. Trick-or-treaters and their families are encouraged to wear costumes! No Registration Required! Enjoy a lantern illuminated hike through the Tall Pines area at Walnut Woods Metro Park! Wear your best costume and plan to hike approx. 2 miles! Use ...Read More |
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Learn about fall and leaves through a story, craft and activities. Best for ages 3-5. Learn about fall and leaves through a story, craft and activities. Best for ages 3-5.
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Enjoy lunch and dessert over the fire. Make pie iron pizzas, foil packet quesadillas and crescent roll sweet treats. We’ll bring the supplies and you’ll do the cooking! Stay for ...Read More |
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Join Metro Parks for an outdoor movie! Movies start at dusk and are free- bring your lawn chairs or a blanket. Homestead Metro Park is screening Hocus Pocus. Marvel at the inner workings of animals with this display of skeletons, meet our guest taxidermist, and enjoy hands on activities. Event runs Saturday and Sunday 12-3.
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Join a naturalist on a 1.25-mile walk through the Walter Tucker Nature Preserve to enjoy the fall foliage. |
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Marvel at the inner workings of animals with this display of skeletons, meet our guest taxidermist, and enjoy hands on activities. Event runs Saturday and Sunday 12-3.
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Calling all Jr Princesses who love their outfits, let's take a magical short walk exploring our enchanted forest. This trail will be available as a scavenger hunt the rest of ...Read More
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Join us for games and crafts at our annual Halloween Party. Plus, visit with animal ambassadors from Ohio Wildlife Center. Costumes encouraged. |
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Enjoy this spooky, all-ages, scavenger hunt at Scioto Grove Metro Park! Meet at the Arrowhead Picnic Shelter for an activity sheet and direction!
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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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Enjoy the beauty of fall and the leaves changing color at Slate Run Metro Park! Hike will be approx. 1.4 miles long over hilly terrain. Hiking boots recommended. Meet at ...Read More
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Program begins at 10:30am. Meet behind the farmhouse. Parents and siblings are welcome. Enjoy a fall story and a craft. |
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Adaptive Adventures: Slides & Sweets, Tricks or Treats! Have some spooky October fun at the inclusive playground! Wear a costume, enjoy some candy, tattoos, and stickers! *Adaptive Adventures programs are ...Read More
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Enjoy rock climbing at Scioto Audubon Metro Park! Wear your best (climbing safe) costume and get some candy as you explore the rock wall. All climbing equipment and instruction is ...Read More |
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Wear your costume for some fall fun at Blendon Woods Nature Center! We will have games, crafts, and seasonal activities.
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Join us for a free and fun session of Spikeball! This game requires some hand-eye coordination. Learn the basics and become a pro! All instruction and equipment provided. We will ...Read More |
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Explore the park as it gets dark and learn about creepy crawlies, listen for coyotes, see what's glowing in the dark and look for nocturnal animals on this half-mile hike.
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Meet at the Dog Park parking lot to take a short walk and learn about the White/Britton cemetery. Use address 2600 Dublin Road Columbus OH 43228 and follow the road ...Read More |
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Enjoy coffee by the campfire at Quarry Trails Metro Park! Meet at the lower Sled Hill parking lot! Free, all equipment provided!
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Join the hiking club! Meet the first Saturday of every month for a moderate to fast-paced hike and to meet like-minded people. This is not an interpretive hike.
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Enjoy a fun hike centered around wonderful woodpeckers and how important they are! We will hike the Red Oak Trail (approximately 0.8 miles) and look for woodpeckers and their habitats! ...Read More |
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Celebrate our national mammal with us! We will have a guided hike to the bison at 2pm, and will have staff out with activities and props from 1-3pm.
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Let's enjoy autumn with an almost 5-mile hike along the Alum Creek Greenway. We'll get some exercise and make an occasional stop for water or if we see anything interesting. ...Read More |