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20 IN 22: A Multigenerational Celebration of Metro Parks 🎉

Posted on January 20, 2022June 28, 2022 |
  • 20 IN 22: Park Histories
  • The Metro Parks Blog
VIRGINIA GORDON Communications Coordinator When Quarry Trails Metro Park opened in December 2021, it became the 20th park in the Columbus and Franklin County Metropolitan Park District, located in Central ...Read More

Keep Columbus Beautiful Manager appointed to Metro Parks Board of Park Commissioners

Posted on January 13, 2022August 1, 2022 |
  • The Metro Parks Blog

Columbus & Franklin County Metro Parks (Metro Parks) welcomes Aryeh Alex to its Board of Park Commissioners after being sworn in by Franklin County Probate Court Judge Jeffrey Mackey on …Read More

Wander and Wonder: Dyer Mill Trail

Posted on January 11, 2022August 1, 2022 |
  • The Metro Parks Blog
Discover the solitude and winter quiet as you hike the Dyer Mill Trail at Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park.

Adventure Starts Here: Central Ohio Hikerbabes

Posted on January 3, 2022August 1, 2022 |
  • The Metro Parks Blog
Central Ohio Hikerbabes reconnect with nature and each other during their hikes in Metro Parks.

Uncover a winter wonderland along the Dyer Mill Trail

Posted on December 27, 2021 |
  • The Metro Parks Blog

JILL SYNDER Assistant Manager – Interpretation & Education At the beginning of the pandemic, I set out to hike every trail in Metro Parks that I had not yet hiked. …Read More

Resolutions for a new year

Posted on December 27, 2021 |
  • The Metro Parks Blog

KIM DEAL Outdoor Adventure Programming As 2021 comes to an end, many people look forward to a new year and new resolutions. Check out some of these outdoors-inspired resolutions that …Read More

Cross-country skiing: A new way to enjoy the winter snow

Posted on December 23, 2021 |
  • The Metro Parks Blog

CAROLINE WAGER Outdoor Adventure Programming While many see winter as an end to outdoor adventures, here at Metro Parks we see it as just the beginning! In addition to sledding …Read More

Explore Metro Parks after dark 

Posted on December 23, 2021 |
  • The Metro Parks Blog

Melissa Turpening Metro Parks Outdoor Adventure Program Coordinator This time of year can be challenging for many. Between the sun setting by 6pm and the chilly winter weather, it can …Read More

Metro Parks seeks funding through Ohio EPA

Posted on December 13, 2021 |
  • The Metro Parks Blog

Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks seeks funding through Ohio EPA’s Water Resource Restoration Sponsor Program for a restoration and protection project at Clear Creek Metro Park.

Wander and Wonder: Metro Parks Annual Winter Hike Series

Posted on December 6, 2021August 1, 2022 |
  • The Metro Parks Blog
Join us for Metro Parks 49th Annual Winter Hike Series. Hike under the Twinkling Lights in December, start the New Year with New Traditions in January and Warm Your Heart ...Read More

At last, Quarry Trails Metro Park opens

Posted on December 1, 2021August 1, 2022 |
  • The Metro Parks Blog

At last, Quarry Trails Metro Park is open! The 20th Metro Park is located within 5 miles of 350,000 residents, fulfilling a need for access to a park in this …Read More

Wander and Wonder: Warm up in a nature center

Posted on December 1, 2021 |
  • The Metro Parks Blog
Warm up this winter in one of Metro Parks nature centers.

Keep your spirits high and come home to winter fun in your Metro Parks

Posted on November 23, 2021August 1, 2022 |
  • The Metro Parks Blog

If you’re looking for ways to come out of hibernation and embrace the wonders of the season, head out to one of your 20 Metro Parks with family and friends. It’s …Read More

Metro Parks 49th Winter Hike Series kicks off in December

Posted on November 16, 2021August 1, 2022 |
  • The Metro Parks Blog

No matter how far, no matter when, Metro Parks Winter Hikes have a trail for you to enjoy! Hike under the Twinkling Lights in December, start the New Year with …Read More

Come home to Metro Parks

Posted on November 3, 2021August 1, 2022 |
  • The Metro Parks Blog
Welcome home to your Metro Parks.

Adventure Starts Here: Fall wonders

Posted on October 28, 2021August 1, 2022 |
  • The Metro Parks Blog
Look for wildlife preparing for winter and migrating waterfowl as you discover your Metro Parks this fall.

Slate Run Farm chores

Posted on October 25, 2021 |
  • The Metro Parks Blog
  Even the animals at Slate Run Living Historical Farm are busy with chores in the morning!!

Fall migration is underway in your Metro Parks

Posted on October 25, 2021 |
  • The Metro Parks Blog

TINA FRONK Social Media Specialist Bundle up and bring your binoculars out to your favorite Metro Park – fall waterfowl migration is underway! You can see a variety of birds …Read More

Metro Parks answers the fading call of the bobwhite quail

Posted on October 25, 2021August 1, 2022 |
  • The Metro Parks Blog

TONY MINAMYER Land Management Coordinator It has been almost a decade since Metro Parks began a program to reintroduce the northern bobwhite quail population in the parks and surrounding areas. …Read More

Fall fun in Metro Parks

Posted on September 29, 2021 |
  • The Metro Parks Blog

JILL SNYDER Assistant Manager – Interpretation & Education October is a great time to visit your Metro Parks. Animals are busy enjoying the last warmer days before winter sets in. …Read More

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