Attending programs in the Metro Parks can provide rewards in several ways. Besides providing new learning opportunities and lots of fun, visitors under the age of 18 can earn patches.

The Metro Park Explorer program recognizes individuals who attend five programs within a 12-month period. Pick up a card available at any public program to track your attendance. After completing the fifth program, you will receive your Metro Parks Explorer patch.

Each year, there will be a new patch featuring an animal or plant found in the Metro Parks.