Run wild at Highbanks
SHELBY WATKINS, Highbanks Ranger If you’re preparing for a race or starting a running routine, the trails in your Metro Parks are a great place to start. I’ve trained for …Read More
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My Favorite Places: Highbanks
BRANDON NOVOTNY, Ranger Prairie Oaks The overlook deck at Highbanks is one of my favorite spots for fall color, but it’s a wonderful sight at any time of year, with …Read More
The eagles star in their ongoing show at Highbanks
In late 2009, a bald eagle pair started investigating an abandoned raptor nest within Highbanks Metro Park, along the Olentangy River. They were young birds, by eagle standards, probably about …Read More
Highbanks
Lewis Center, Ohio. Highbanks is named for its massive 100-foot-high shale bluff towering over the Olentangy State Scenic River. Tributary streams cutting across the bluff have created a number of deep ravines in the eastern part of the 1,160-acre park. Ohio and Olentangy shales, often containing outstanding large concretions, are exposed on the bluff face and sides of the ravines.
Behind the Parks: Meet Jennifer at Sharon Woods
Jennifer Rounds Sharon Woods Naturalist Hometown and Background My family lived in Fort Recovery, Ohio, until I was in 2nd Grade, although I was born in the hospital at Cold …Read More
Bike-It!
Join us for a bike ride around Glacier Ridge Metro Park! Feel free to join if you have your own bike, and registration is only required if you need to …Read More
Welcome to Spring Event
Stop by the nature center between 3-5 pm to take part in some spring family fun! Enjoy spring crafts and games, scavengers in and outside the nature center, and a …Read More
Kids: Meet the Woodwinds with Zephyr Chamber Winds
Join us for a one hour, educational, music program with Zephyr Chamber Winds. This program will include a 30 minute musical performance followed by a 30 minute instrument “petting zoo” …Read More
Drop In: Leprechaun (and more) Trail for Families
Hike on your own along a short trail (1/4-mile) around the nature center looking for hidden leprechauns, shamrocks and other St. Patrick’s day items on a scavenger hunt. Scavenger hunts …Read More
Adults: Bird Friendly Forest Hike
Aren’t all forests “bird friendly”? Not really…Take a 1-mile hike with a Highbanks naturalist to learn about the interconnectedness between forest health and bird populations, and what you can do …Read More
Bird Hike to the Wetland
Join a naturalist on a hike to the wetland bird blind to look for migrating ducks. Hike will be approximately 3 miles over crushed limestone and somewhat hilly. The wetland …Read More
Teens & Adults: Iditarod 101
Come celebrate the ceremonial start of the 53rd Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race and learn about the history, the athletes, and the traditions of this incredible sport! Indoor program. Meeting …Read More
For Adults 50+: Beat The Winter Blues
Join drum circle facilitator Iggy Garcia for a freestyle drumming program. Drums and percussion instruments will be available or bring your own. No drumming or musical experience necessary. All are …Read More
Kids’ Winter Crafts
Stop by the nature center between 11-1 to make some winter crafts. Meeting Location Notes: Highbanks Nature Center is the first right after entering the park. There is limited parking …Read More
For Adults: Valentine Date Night
Join us for an early valentine date night. Go on a scavenger hunt, play games, make gourmet smores, and meet some animal ambassadors. All are welcome to bring significant others, …Read More
Rucking
Enjoy Rucking, the act of hiking with added weight to strengthen your body and gain endurance, at Highbanks Metro Park! Participants should plan to hike approximately 2.5 miles on the …Read More
Snowflakes – a cold blast from the past
DIANA MORSE Former Naturalist at Blacklick Woods FROM THE METRO PARKS ARCHIVES – PARKSCOPE WINTER 2011-12 The cold, drier air of winter causes a magical thing to happen. Not just …Read More
For Kids: Animal Signs Hike
Hike 1-mile to search for animal signs with a naturalist.. Plan to hike off-trail along animal trails. Expect to get muddy. Parents may want to bring a change of shoes …Read More
Flying Squirrel Talk & Hike
Learn all about the fascinating flying squirrel and go for a hike to check one of our nest boxes! Hike will be approximately 2 miles on crushed limestone. Ages 5+ …Read More
Drop In: Astronomy Night
Drop by the Big Meadows Picnic Area between 5:30-7:30 PM to do some stargazing with Columbus Astronomical Society. Learn about the astronomy of the winter sky. All ages welcome. Limited …Read More