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SUMMARY:Adults: Christmas Bird Count Coffee
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Highbanks Nature Center library between the hours of 9am and 11am to participate in the Christmas Bird Count. Learn about the backyard birds of Ohio\, citizen science projects\, and bird-friendly practices you can implement at home. Free coffee will be provided. \nMeeting Location Notes: Highbanks Nature Center is the first right after entering the park. There is limited parking in the Nature Center lot on busy days. Additional parking is available in the Oak Coves Picnic Area\, a 10 minute walk from the Nature Center. Follow the paved trail through Oak Coves toward the Nature Center.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/adults-christmas-bird-count-coffee/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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SUMMARY:Christmas Bird Count
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we walk 2+ miles counting birds as part of the world’s longest running community science project. Binoculars provided or bring your own.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/christmas-bird-count-3/
LOCATION:Innis House\, 940 S Hempstead Road\, Westerville\, OH\, 43081\, United States
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SUMMARY:Filling the Farm Larder
DESCRIPTION:Hog butchering is a seasonal activity that provided much of the meat for the coming year on an 1880s farm.\nWatch the farmers as they clean and prepare the hot carcass at 9am and 1pm.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/filling-the-farm-larder/
LOCATION:Slate Run Living Historical Farm\, 1375 OH-674\, Canal Winchester\, OH\, 43110\, United States
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SUMMARY:50+ DIY Fire Starters
DESCRIPTION:Learn what makes a good fire starter and make one to take home with you at this free and fun class! Meet at The park office at Walnut Woods Metro Park (Across from the Buckeye Area) \nMetro Parks Outdoor Adventure is hosting a Toys for Tots toy drive!\nDonate a new toy at any Outdoor Adventure program between December 1st and December 17th and you’ll be entered into a raffle. The winner will be awarded a private Outdoor Adventure program of their choice for themselves and up to 9 guests! Program options include: Archery\, Rock Climbing\, Kayaking or Stand-up paddle boarding (seasonal). Date will be selected upon visitor and staff availability. \nDonation Guidelines\nConsider gifting to under served age groups such as infants and teens.\nSchool supplies are accepted as well!\nNO food or edible donations. NO realistic looking toy weapons. Such items will not be distributed.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/50-diy-fire-starters/
LOCATION:Walnut Woods\, 6723 Lithopolis Rd\, Groveport\, OH\, 43125\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T130000
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SUMMARY:Christmas Bird Count
DESCRIPTION:Participate in the nation’s longest-running community bird count project. With a group you can hike a trail or help count birds at our feeders. All levels of birders are welcome\, but you must be able to stay for the entire 3 hours of the count. This is an rain or shine event\, so please dress for the weather.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/christmas-bird-count-4/
LOCATION:Sharon Woods\, 6911 Cleveland Ave.\, Columbus\, OH\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T140000
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SUMMARY:Adventure 101: Creative Backpacking Meals
DESCRIPTION:Our “Adventure 101” educational series includes everything from guest speakers to interactive outdoor skill lessons! Participants are encouraged to take notes and ask questions\nFrom snacks\, to main courses\, learn how to put a creative spin on your backpacking food for your next trip! All equipment and instruction provided\, meet at the Arrowhead Picnic area at Scioto Grove Metro Park. \nMetro Parks Outdoor Adventure is hosting a Toys for Tots toy drive!\nDonate a new toy at any Outdoor Adventure program between December 1st and December 17th and you’ll be entered into a raffle. The winner will be awarded a private Outdoor Adventure program of their choice for themselves and up to 9 guests! Program options include: Archery\, Rock Climbing\, Kayaking or Stand-up paddle boarding (seasonal). Date will be selected upon visitor and staff availability. \nDonation Guidelines\nConsider gifting to under served age groups such as infants and teens.\nSchool supplies are accepted as well!\nNO food or edible donations. NO realistic looking toy weapons. Such items will not be distributed.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/adventure-101-creative-backpacking-meals/
LOCATION:Scioto Grove\, 5172 Jackson Pike\, Grove City\, OH\, 43123\, United States
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SUMMARY:Animals in Winter
DESCRIPTION:Take a 1.25-mile hike and find out who’s around and who’s hiding away during the winter months. Discover the cool adaptations that help these animals survive winter.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/animals-in-winter/
LOCATION:Blacklick Woods\, 6975 East Livingston Ave\, Reynoldsburg\, OH\, 43068\, United States
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SUMMARY:Sunset Through the Prairie
DESCRIPTION:Let’s take a 1.5 walk on the greenway trail to view to sunset and anything else we see on the way.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/sunset-through-the-prairie/
LOCATION:Battelle Darby Creek\, 1775 Darby Creek Drive\, Galloway\, OH\, 43119\, United States
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SUMMARY:Full Moon Dog Hike
DESCRIPTION:Walk with your furry friend on this 1.5-mile hike through the moonlit forest. Meet at Millstone picnic area.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/full-moon-dog-hike/
LOCATION:Rocky Fork\, 7180 East Walnut St.\, Westerville\, OH\, 43081\, United States
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SUMMARY:Bright Light Nights
DESCRIPTION:The holiday lights are adorning Homestead all this month! Celebrate the seasonal festivities as we make a craft under the twinkling lights and enjoy hot chocolate.\nThis program is geared for all ages. Meet at the barn shelter\, rain or shine!
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/bright-light-nights/2024-12-14/
LOCATION:Homestead\, 4675 Cosgray Road\, Hilliard\, OH\, 43026\, United States
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