Gettin’ down and dirty in your Metro Parks
Three kids and their moms enjoyed a magical mud fest at Blendon Woods. After attending a preschool program at the park, Loni Ives-Stone and her two kids met up with …Read More
Franklin County residents now have access to free golf at Blacklick Woods Golf Courses
Metro Parks Executive Director Tim Moloney meets Myles and Andre Shriver on the practice course at Blacklick Woods Golf Courses, as free golf for Franklin County residents becomes a reality.
Take a walk on the wild side this summer
HIGHBANKS The 2.5-mile Dripping Rock Trail at Highbanks Metro Parks is a great trail for a family hike with the kids. This trail is moderate in elevation as it winds …Read More
Float on in your Metro Parks
BRANDON NOVOTNY, Park Ranger Prairie Oaks Soak up all that summer has to offer with a float through your Metro Parks. Seven parks have access points along rivers and creeks, …Read More
Tim Talks: Free golf for Franklin County residents
Franklin County residents can now golf for free on the 3- and 9-hole courses at Blacklick Woods! ⛳️ SEE MORE TIM TALKS VIDEOS Tell us your story
Bike to Work Day
Try a new commute and ride your bike to work! The Greenway trails wind through the city and have some of the best views around. Tell us about your …Read More
Free golf for Franklin County residents
Franklin County residents can now golf for free on the 3- and 9-hole courses at Blacklick Woods! ⛳️ Yeah, you read that right. Cya there! Come on out to …Read More
Foliage Frenzy!
MEGAN FLEISCHER, Inniswood Horticulturist Developing the next great garden theme for Inniswood’s seasonal displays is an on-going quest. I gather inspiration from obvious sources such as nursery catalogs and garden …Read More
It’s Yappy Hour
MELISSA MEYER, Development Assistant, Friends of Metro Parks DON’T MISS THE BEST BARKING TIME OF THE YEAR AT YAPPY HOUR! Join Friends of Metro Parks at Walnut Woods from 6 …Read More
A Game of Weeds (Two Hungry Naturalists)
Our Two Hungry Naturalists play a Game of Weeds and cook up a couple of beauties: dandelion fritters, plus garlic mustard and bacon sandwiches. (No weeds were harmed during the …Read More
New system makes it easy for you to book tee times at Blacklick Woods Golf Courses
DANNY SORGINI, Assistant Golf Manager, Blacklick Woods Golf Courses At the beginning of April, Blacklick Woods Golf Course transitioned to the use of Teesnap for their POS System and web …Read More
Columbus Dads gather at the Metro Parks
The Columbus Dads group gathered at Blendon Woods Metro Park so dads could get out of the house, explore a park and get more involved with their kids, and each …Read More
Fun awaits you at new Outdoor Adventure programs
MELISSA TURPENING, Outdoor Adventure Coordinator Dip your paddle into the creek or load up your pack for an overnight adventure. Test your cooking skills and paddle board down the river. …Read More
Wander and Wonder: Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park
Marvel at the bison grazing in their pastures, look for critters in the creek or listen to the water flow over the rocks. You can do it all at Battelle …Read More
Springtime brings new life to Slate Run Farm
DAVE TROTTER, Interpretive Aide Spring brings many changes to the farm. As the weather warms, the activity around the farm increases dramatically. The wheat planted last October is greening up …Read More
Spring birding is here at your Metro Parks
10TV’s Karina Nova talks with Stephanie West about the sights and sounds of spring – listen for chirping birds and look for blooming wild flowers in your Metro Parks. Send …Read More
Tim Talks: Play like a kid
Get a little dirty and play like a kid! 🤪Vault over obstacles at Glacier Ridge, zip across a ravine at Blendon Woods or look for wildlife in your Metro Parks. …Read More
Psst… volunteers are the secret
Psst… we’ll let you in on a little secret. Our pristine parks, engaging programs and preservation efforts wouldn’t be possible without the help of our dedicated volunteers! Thanks to almost …Read More
Park projects will enhance visitors’ experiences
TATIANA PARFENOVA, Park Planner Metro Parks staff are working on several projects to better serve the needs, wants and wishes of the voters of Franklin County. I will highlight just …Read More
Love of the wild inspired by Metro Parks
Metro Parks helped to inspire Coyote Peterson’s love of the wilderness and wild animals. His YouTube shows about his adventures in nature have led to his own television series on …Read More