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Take a walk on the wild side this summer

Posted on May 29, 2019October 17, 2019 |
  • The Metro Parks Blog
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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

Tim Talks: Free golf for Franklin County residents

Posted on May 23, 2019March 24, 2023 |
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Franklin County residents can now golf for free on the 3- and 9-hole courses at Blacklick Woods! ⛳️ SEE MORE TIM TALKS VIDEOS

Run wild in Metro Parks

Posted on September 27, 2018November 3, 2022 |
  • Family and Kids
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Watch your kids eyes light up with excitement as they climb on the recreation structures at Glacier Ridge, run wild in the natural play area at Blendon Woods or explore …Read More

Get your adrenaline pumping at Scioto Grove

Posted on August 8, 2018November 3, 2022 |
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LISA WILLIAMS, Guest Blogger Each of the Metro Parks has its own collection of things to do in the great outdoors. Some are great play places for kids and adults. …Read More

Party like it’s 1880 at Slate Run Farm

Posted on July 26, 2018January 9, 2023 |
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STEPHANIE REINER, Slate Run Farm Interpretive Aide There are lots of things to see and do when you visit Slate Run Living Historical Farm. Here are some things to try: …Read More

Archery in 3D makes its bow at Scioto Grove

Posted on July 7, 2017December 4, 2018 |
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A new facility for the Robin Hoods and archers among us has just opened at Scioto Grove Metro Park. The new feature is actually two separate archery courses. The first …Read More

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