Requiem For a Fish – The Secrets of the Scioto Madtom
CRAIG BIEGLER Naturalist, Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park When the Endangered Species Act was written in 1973, it was designed to protect the rarest animals and plants in the United …Read More
A Multigenerational Celebration of Metro Parks
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
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
Discover the solitude and winter quiet as you hike the Dyer Mill Trail at Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park.
Behind the Parks: Meet Anna at Scioto Grove
ANNA ROWE Park Technician, Scioto Grove Metro Park Hometown Charlotte, North Carolina Photo: Anna next to the foam bison at Scioto Grove Metro Park’s 3D archery course. What I do …Read More
Adventure Starts Here: Central Ohio Hikerbabes
Central Ohio Hikerbabes reconnect with nature and each other during their hikes in Metro Parks.
Uncover a winter wonderland along the Dyer Mill Trail
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
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
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
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
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
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
Behind the Parks: Meet Willis at Scioto Audubon
WILLIS WOODARD Park Ranger, Scioto Audubon Metro Park & Greenway Trails Hometown Columbus, Ohio What I do at Metro Parks In 2007 I was an intern during the very first …Read More
At last, Quarry Trails Metro Park opens
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
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
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
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
Behind the Parks: Meet Sarah at Glacier Ridge
Sarah Segers Naturalist, Glacier Ridge and Homestead Metro Parks What I do at Metro Parks I am the full-time naturalist for Glacier Ridge and Homestead Metro Parks. I became part-time …Read More