Filling the Farm Larder

Slate Run Living Historical Farm 1375 OH-674, Canal Winchester

Hog butchering is a seasonal activity that provided much of the meat for the coming year on an 1880s farm. Watch the farmers cut meat, make sausage, and render lard ...Read More

Science Lab: DNA

Battelle Darby Creek 1775 Darby Creek Drive, Galloway

What makes you, you? Become a scientist for an hour and learn about DNA, genes, and enjoy a fun science lab in the nature center! Ages 12+.

Christmas Bird Count

Quarry Trails 2600 Dublin Road, Columbus

More information coming, check our Facebook page!

Owl Prowl

Blacklick Woods 6975 East Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg

Join a naturalist on a 1.25-mile guided hike as we learn about owls and search for them roosting in the trees.

Off-Trail Wandering

Three Creeks 3860 Bixby Road, Groveport

We'll take a slow off-trail walk with frequent stops to observe and learn about rarely seen parts of the park. Total length will probably be 1 to 2 miles and ...Read More

Campfire Cookies

Quarry Trails 2600 Dublin Road, Columbus

Join us for cookies over the campfire at Quarry Trails Metro Park! Meet at the firepit at the bottom of the sled hill.

For Adults 50+: Late Afternoon in the Gardens

Inniswood Metro Gardens 940 S. Hempstead Rd., Westerville

We’ll look for birds and other critters as we enjoy the nature trails on a 1.5-mile easy stroll through the forest and gardens. Take in the twinkling lights after the ...Read More