Adventure Starts Here: Adaptive Sports Connection at Glacier Ridge Metro Park
Veterans find joy on bikes at Glacier Ridge Metro Park.
The scoop on poop: Nature’s disposable diaper
TINA FRONK Social Media Specialist The natural world is full of intriguing, and sometimes gross, wonders. Robins exemplify these fascinating and revolting wonders while feeding their young. Baby robins stay …Read More
WAG! Fest returns to Prairie Oaks Metro Park
MIKE POLEWAY Event Marketing Group Join us for WAG! Fest, the coolest dog day ever, at Prairie Oaks Metro Park on Saturday, August 28 from 10am-4pm. The event will take …Read More
A dream staycation in your Metro Parks
KIM DEAL Outdoor Adventure Programming If you’re craving a quick and inexpensive getaway, Metro Parks Outdoor Adventure has you covered. Whether you’re a water bug, an avid angler or a …Read More
Metro Parks removes bird feeders and asks residents to please do the same
PEG HANLEY Public Information Manager Naturalists and staff at Metro Parks have removed bird feeders from the parks as birds in Ohio and other states are suffering from an illness …Read More
Summer fun with your furry friend
CAROLINE WAGNER Outdoor Adventure Programming Summer is for animal lovers! Hitting the trail with your furry friend is a dream come true. Before you and your best friend head outdoors, check …Read More
Wander and Wonder: Natural play areas
Let your imagination run wild at Metro Parks natural play areas.
Step into the 1880s at Slate Run Farm
Stop by Slate Run Living Historical Farm and fully immerse yourself in life on an 1880s farm. Check out Ohio Magazine’s write up about Slate Run here.
Picnics, parks and people are the perfect recipe for summertime fun in your Metro Parks
PEG HANLEY Public Information Manager Cookout and picnic season is in full swing and there’s no better place than your Metro Parks to grill and chill with family and friends. …Read More
Enjoy family fun at Metro Parks Outdoor Adventure at Highbanks
10TV and Metro Parks Outdoor Adventure is a great way to get back to summer fun in 2021! On July 17 from 10am-4pm, Highbanks Metro Park Big Meadows picnic area …Read More
Adventure Starts Here: Paddling Big Darby Creek
There's nothing like paddling Big Darby Creek at Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park.
Summer paddles you don’t want to miss
TINA FRONK Social Media Specialist BATTELLE DARBY CREEK There’s nothing like paddling the pristine waters of Big Darby Creek on a warm summer day. The sunlight filters through the trees …Read More
Spend a day exploring the Green Mansions area at Clear Creek
Whether you’re an adventurous hiker or interested in the natural and cultural history of the Clear Creek Metro Park area, a visit to the newly opened Green Mansions area is …Read More
Adventure Starts Here: Five Fabulous Fellas
Five Fabulous Fellas discover fierce family fun at Glacier Ridge.
Wander and Wonder: The red dogs are here!
The red dogs are here! Walk the Darby Creek Greenway Trail at Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park to see baby bison frolicking in the pasture with their mamas 🐃
Naturalists share their mindfulness meditative spaces in Metro Parks
GREG WITTMANN Naturalist, Three Creeks Metro Park We have all experienced it before. The stress peeling off your shoulders feeling you get after taking a deep breath while gazing at …Read More
Find your trail in a Metro Park
TINA FRONK Social Media Specialist June 5 marks National Trails Day, a time to celebrate the wonderful trail systems throughout Central Ohio. Lace up your hiking boots and hit a …Read More
Wander and Wonder: Spring wildflowers at Three Creeks
Discover the beauty of spring as you walk the trails at Three Creeks.
Adventure Starts Here: Outdoor Adventure programming
Climb to new heights, get hooked on fishing and paddle your way to fun with Metro Parks Outdoor Adventure.
Gotta catch ’em all at Scioto Audubon’s climbing wall
KIM DEAL Outdoor Adventure Programming A wild Golem has appeared! Several Pokémon were spotted at Scioto Audubon’s climbing wall during an Outdoor Adventure climbing program for kids. Our Pokémon trainers …Read More