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SUMMARY:Blacklick Creek Clean-up
DESCRIPTION:Take a 1-mile hike to the creek where you will work with staff to pick up litter and debris. Bring gloves and boots!
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/blacklick-creek-clean-up-2/
LOCATION:Blacklick Woods\, 6975 East Livingston Ave\, Reynoldsburg\, OH\, 43068\, United States
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SUMMARY:Drop In: Animal Signs
DESCRIPTION:The world around us is filled with clues that point to the presence of native wildlife. Our wild friends might leave behind tracks\, chew marks\, nests\, scales\, fur\, or feathers! Stop by the Highbanks Nature Center to learn about the signs animals leave behind and how to decipher them. Get hands on with some activity stations and try out your new detective skills! All ages\, geared toward families \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/drop-in-animal-signs/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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SUMMARY:Backpacking Series: Week 5 - Prep\, Safety\, & Outdoor Ethics
DESCRIPTION:Are you wanting to learn more about backpacking? Join us for a 6-week series of interactive classes designed as an introduction to backpacking\, building up to an overnight trip at the end! Attendance at all classes is NOT required – however\, the overnight trip will only be open to those who attend at least ONE class.\nEach week’s topic will have two dates to choose from in that week – you don’t need to attend both dates in the week. This series is for all ages and all backpacking abilities\, from beginner to experienced backpackers. \nWeek #5: Prep\, Safety\, & Outdoor Ethics. We will learn how to minimize the impact to our environment during this class\, and will prepare for our upcoming overnight trip! Plan for a short hike during this class. \nFall Backpacking Series:\nWeek 1: 4 Essentials & Site Selection\nWeek 2: Water & Waste\nWeek 3: Fuel\, Fire\, & Food\nWeek 4: Clothing & Foot Care\nWeek 5: Prep\, Safety\, & Outdoor Ethics\nWeek 6: Shakedown Hike!
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/backpacking-series-week-5-prep-safety-outdoor-ethics-2/2025-10-05/
LOCATION:Scioto Grove\, 5172 Jackson Pike\, Grove City\, OH\, 43123\, United States
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SUMMARY:Backpacking Series: Week 5 - Prep\, Safety\, & Outdoor Ethics
DESCRIPTION:Are you wanting to learn more about backpacking? Join us for a 6-week series of interactive classes designed as an introduction to backpacking\, building up to an overnight trip at the end! Attendance at all classes is NOT required – however\, the overnight trip will only be open to those who attend at least ONE class.\nEach week’s topic will have two dates to choose from in that week – you don’t need to attend both dates in the week. This series is for all ages and all backpacking abilities\, from beginner to experienced backpackers. \nWeek #5: Prep\, Safety\, & Outdoor Ethics. We will learn how to minimize the impact to our environment during this class\, and will prepare for our upcoming overnight trip! Plan for a short hike during this class. \nFall Backpacking Series:\nWeek 1: 4 Essentials & Site Selection\nWeek 2: Water & Waste\nWeek 3: Fuel\, Fire\, & Food\nWeek 4: Clothing & Foot Care\nWeek 5: Prep\, Safety\, & Outdoor Ethics\nWeek 6: Shakedown Hike!
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/backpacking-series-week-5-prep-safety-outdoor-ethics-3/
LOCATION:Scioto Grove\, 5172 Jackson Pike\, Grove City\, OH\, 43123\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T140000
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SUMMARY:Fall Tram Ride
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the early fall colors on a tram ride around the park. Tram boards at the Nature Center.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/fall-tram-ride-2/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T140000
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SUMMARY:Dahlia Fall Care
DESCRIPTION:Join the Greater Columbus Dahlia Society to learn how to save your dahlia tubers for another year of blooms.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/dahlia-fall-care-2/
LOCATION:Inniswood Metro Gardens\, 940 S. Hempstead Rd.\, Westerville\, OH\, 43081\, United States
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SUMMARY:Darby Creek Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the anniversary of Darby Creek becoming a Scenic River. Enjoy seining in the creek\, live animals\, crafts\, archery\, and more along the Big Darby Creek. Meet representatives from organizations working to protect the Darby Watershed. Make sure to come hungry for some food trucks\, as well! Join us at 2pm for a guided stream quality program\, at 3pm for a talk on prairies\, burns and bison\, and 4pm for a stream fish program.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/darby-creek-day-3/
LOCATION:Battelle Darby Creek\, 1775 Darby Creek Drive\, Galloway\, OH\, 43119\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T160000
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SUMMARY:Leaf Rubbing
DESCRIPTION:Meet at the Kingfisher shelter and come on a 1 mile hike and collect leaves to use in a leaf rubbing activity!\nUse address 2319 Quarry Trails Drive Columbus OH 43228 and follow the roadway back to the Lake Area parking lot.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/leaf-rubbing/
LOCATION:Quarry Trails\, 2600 Dublin Road\, Columbus\, OH\, 43228\, United States
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