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BRITTANY AMBROSIO-BEUTHE COMBO Vice President Over the last several years, the mountain biking community in Central Ohio has flourished. Multiple trails are located within the city or just a short …Read More

Tina Fronk Social Media Specialist As spring ushers in sunshine and warmer weather, the wetlands burst to life at your Metro Parks. Spring also brings incredible wildlife viewing opportunities as …Read More

PEG HANLEY Public Information Manager With deep ravines running to Big Walnut Creek and cliffs 100 feet tall, Metro Parks acquired a piece of land several years ago that is …Read More

KATHLEEN O’DOWD Guest Blogger As the sun’s rays melt the last of winter’s snow and flurries transform into spring showers, remember Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks for an immersive …Read More

If you’re looking for fun outdoor recreation activities, look no further than our 2021 Outdoor Adventure Card. Come out to a Metro Parks Outdoor Adventure program and grab a card. …Read More

TATIANA PARFENOVA Landscape Architect Metro Parks capital improvements projects (CIP) for 2021 are ambitious and reflect our goal to always provide an exceptional experience for the 14 million annual visitors …Read More

ALLISON SHAW Naturalist Sharon Woods Metro Park When the forecast calls for frigid temperatures, try this easy craft to beautify your yard.  Supplies: Natural items  A piece of string, twine …Read More

KIM DEAL Outdoor Adventure Programming Metro Parks Winter Hikes Ticket to Travel is underway and we know that you may be missing out on the camaraderie that the Winter Hike …Read More

TINA FRONK Social Media Specialist Our rotating #cbusparkie selfie station is on the move! It’s headed to Scioto Audubon in early February, so bring your friends, your pup or just …Read More

JILL SNYDER Assistant Manager, Interpretation and Education Metro Parks Winter Hike Ticket to Travel continues in February. Be sure to check out all of the beautiful scenery as the snow falls …Read More

Give back while getting out! Metro Parks will collect donations and raise money for the Mid-Ohio Food Collective during our January winter hikes. Last year, we raised $1,820 that went …Read More

TINA FRONK Social Media Specialist Surround yourself in love at your Metro Parks. Whether in the air, on the ground or in the water, love is all around you. As …Read More

In 2020 and continuing in 2021, there has been an increase in car break-ins in all Metro Parks. Take a look at this video. Please don’t leave valuables in your …Read More

STEPHANIE WEST Senior Naturalist, Blendon Woods Metro Park While you might be inclined to hole-up and just wait for spring, here are some  things to love about the shortest month …Read More