Yoga in the Park
2023-07-20 18:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | OH
Join us for 45 min of relaxing outdoor yoga. All levels of experience welcome! Bring a yoga mat, towel, and a block if you have one. Meet behind the ranger station. Signs will direct you to the nature center if weather is uncooperative.

Canoe the Lake
2023-07-21 18:00 - 21:00, 2023-07-22 09:00 - 12:00, 2023-07-22 14:00 - 17:00, 2023-07-23 09:00 - 12:00, 2023-07-23 14:00 - 17:00 | Sharon Woods, 6911 Cleveland Ave., Columbus, OH, 43081, United States
Stop by and take a canoe out for a ride on the lake. Canoes and life jackets provided. We have size infant through adult life jackets, so feel free to bring the whole family!
Please check in at the tent when you arrive to put your name on the list. Boats will be filled on an ongoing basis based on the order of your arrival. Please note that there may be a wait before we can get you in a canoe, but we will do our best to accommodate everyone within the timeframe of the program.
Program is rain or shine. In the event of thunderstorms, the program will shut down for 30 min from the occurrence of thunder and/or lightning.

Hike to the RippleRock
2023-07-22 10:00 - 11:30 | Blendon Woods, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road, Columbus, 43081, United States
Walk through the creek upstream to find some unique geologic features. Wear closed-toe shoes that can get wet. Best for ages 6+

Tree ID @ the Hundred Acre Woods
2023-07-23 14:00 - 15:00 | 100 Acre Wood, 5280 Cambria Way, Westerville, Ohio, 43081
Hike 1.5 mi off trail to identify trees and enjoy the forest. Meet at 5220 Cambria Way. Park along the street

Mud Day!
2023-07-25 16:00 - 20:00, 2023-07-26 10:00 - 13:00 | Three Creeks, 3860 Bixby Road, Groveport, OH, 43125, United States
Kids and adults of all ages can play in the giant mud pit. Wear old or easily cleaned clothing! Water will be available for basic clean-up. It’s probably a good idea to bring some protective newspapers, bags, etc for your car seats as well. Three Creeks Metro Park Confluence Area, 3860 Bixby Rd, Groveport

Skate-avenger Hunt
2023-07-25 18:00 - 19:30 | Glacier Ridge, 9801 Hyland Croy, Plain City, OH, 43064, United States
Skate through Glacier Ridge Metro Park as you search for scavenger hunt items set out by park staff!!! Bring your own skates, helmets, and knee pads. Meet at the shelter house at the main park for instruction.

Bugs & Blooms
2023-07-26 14:00 - 15:00 | Blacklick Woods, 6975 East Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH, 43068, United States
Join a naturalist on a 2-mile hike to search the fields for blooming flowers and the bugs that visit them.

Night Hike
2023-07-28 09:00 - 22:00 | Battelle Darby Creek, 1775 Darby Creek Drive, Galloway, OH, 43119, United States
Let’s take a 2-mile interpretive hike through the forests and prairies under the starlight. Meet at the Indian Ridge Picnic Area Bulletin Board.

Touch a Truck
2023-07-28 16:00 - 19:00 | Sharon Woods, 6911 Cleveland Ave., Columbus, OH, 43081, United States
Ever wonder what it’s like working at Metro Parks? Stop by and meet the people and the equipment behind the job. During this interactive family-friendly event, you can see, touch and explore a variety of trucks, tractors and more! Meet near the Schrock Lake Picnic Shelter.

Movie Night! Lightyear
2023-07-28 19:00 - 21:00 | Blacklick Woods Golf Course, 7309 E Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH, 43068, United States
Bring a chair and join us for a movie night at your favorite Metro Parks! All events are free and start at dusk.

Moms' Morning Out
2023-07-29 08:00 - 10:00 | Blacklick Woods, 6975 East Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH, 43068, United States
Bring your coffee and join other moms on this half-mile hike while using the Five Common Topics to prompt discussion.

Fly Fishing: Beyond The Basics
2023-07-29 14:00 - 16:00 | Clear Creek, 185 Clear Creek Road, Lancaster, OH, 43130, United States
Develop your fly fishing skills and catch fish in Clear Creek. Equipment provided. Experience or attendance at the June 24th beginners program is recommended. Meet at the Fern Parking Lot, 22937 Clear Creek Road in Rockbridge.

Moth Overnight
2023-07-29 20:00 - 2023-07-30 08:00 | Blendon Woods, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road, Columbus, 43081, United States
Bring your own tent and enjoy a night of camping, marshmallows and looking for insects. PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Use this link to register: https://tinyurl.com/2v9dx85d

Prepping for Paddling
2023-07-30 09:30 - 11:30 | Prairie Oaks, 3225 Plain City-Georgesville Road, West Jefferson, OH, 43162, United States
Get ready to paddle with this on-land course designed to teach you the basics of being on the water! We will go over water safety, proper paddle technique, and practice the basic kayak paddling strokes from shore, followed by an on-water portion. Meet at Lake 1 Shelter at Darby Bend Lakes, Prairie Oaks Metro Park. 2755 Amity Road, Hilliard, OH. Solo, sit in kayaks available for ages 10+, max weight: 275Ibs. A couple of tandem kayaks will be available for participants of all ages, with an adult, on a first come first serve basis.

Ridge Hike
2023-08-01 10:00 - 12:00 | Chestnut Ridge, 8445 Winchester Rd NW, Carroll, OH, 43112, United States
Enjoy Mountain Climbing Day by hiking at Chestnut Ridge Metro Park! Chestnut Ridge is the first ridge in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. Hike will be approx. 2.6 miles. Meet at the first parking lot to the right once entering the park.

Full Moon Hike
2023-08-01 20:00 - 22:00 | Battelle Darby Creek, 1775 Darby Creek Drive, Galloway, OH, 43119, United States
Take a brisk 4-mile hike through forests and fields. Meet us at the Ranger Station, 1775 Darby Creek Drive.

Sasquatch and SUP
2023-08-02 15:00 - 19:00 | Quarry Trails, 2600 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH, 43228, United States
Come out and try standup paddle boarding for free at Quarry Trails Metro Park. Maybe Sasquatch will be hanging around while you’re out on the water…. First come first served. All equipment provided. SUPs for ages 10+ only.
Quarry Trails Metro Park has several park entrances-
* The closest parking lot to the paddling launch area is off of Trabue Road. The address is 2319 Quarry Trails Dr, Columbus, OH. This is a newly opened entrance. Please follow signage and be on the lookout for construction traffic.

Summer Shoot
2023-08-04 14:00 - 15:30 | Scioto Grove, 5172 Jackson Pike, Grove City, OH, 43123, United States
Whether you are new to archery, or are an experienced archer, join us at our Summer Shoot to take aim at fun seasonal targets! Meet at the Scioto Grove archery range. Ages 8+, all equipment provided.

Campfire Cooking
2023-08-04 18:00 - 19:00 | Blacklick Woods, 6975 East Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH, 43068, United States
Enjoy a campfire and some yummy foods prepared with pie irons and dutch ovens.

Adult: Off-trail Ravine Geology Hike
2023-08-04 19:00 - 20:30 | Highbanks, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N), Lewis Center, OH, 43035, United States
Join a geologist on an 2.5-mile off-trail hike in the ravine. Learn the story about the discovery of the prehistoric shark fossil found right here in a Highbanks ravine. Explore the geology and fossils of Highbanks while hiking in a picturesque ravine. Please wear closed-toed shoes. The hike will be in the water of the ravine . Expect to get wet and encounter muddy, rugged conditions as we climb over logs and rocks. Program will last approx. 2.5 hours. Don’t forget your complete change of clothes in case you get wet. Hiking stick encouraged. Program length approx 2 hours. Hiking will be 2-miles total. Not wheelchair friendly. Ages 16+.
Meeting location notes:Highbanks Metro Park. Meet in the Big Meadows Picnic Area area in the back of the park. After you enter the park, take the main road down the hill. At the bottom of the hill, a sign will be on the right side saying “Big Meadows picnic area”. After the sign, take the ROAD on the LEFT. Park in the first lot on the left. Meet near the restrooms/bulletin board.

Bugstravaganza!
2023-08-05 10:00 - 13:00 | Three Creeks, 3860 Bixby Road, Groveport, OH, 43125, United States
Celebrate insects and invertebrates with actvities and displays for kids and adults. This year, you’ll be able to learn about insects from around world in the traveling Ohio State University Bugmobile. Representatives from several organizations will help you catch and release bugs, meet a beekeeper, learn about creek life, discover pollinators and invasive insects, learn about moths, find out how you can help insects and provide crafts and games for kids of all ages. We know there’s a lot to see and do so we’ll be serving free hotdogs, chip and drinks from 10:30-1. Walnut Woods Metro Park Buckeye Area, 6716 Lithopolis Rd, Groveport

Family Tram Rides
2023-08-06 15:00 - 17:00 | Blendon Woods, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road, Columbus, 43081, United States
Hop on board the Metro Parks Tram for an informative ride around the park. Tram Stop is at the Nature Center. Ride lasts about 30 mins. No food or pets, please.

Archery Experience
2023-08-08 11:00 - 13:00 | Battelle Darby Creek, 1775 Darby Creek Drive, Galloway, OH, 43119, United States
Ages 8+. Come take a shot at archery. Learn the basics, or just get an opportunity to shoot some arrows.

Sunset Relaxation Yoga
2023-08-08 20:00 - 21:00 | Scioto Grove, 5172 Jackson Pike, Grove City, OH, 43123, United States
Take some time for yourself and enjoy a slow yoga flow while watching the sun set at Scioto Grove Metro Park. If the weather permits we will meet on the deck of The Grove facility, in the case of rain we will meet inside The Grove. Fun and free! Perfect for yogis of all experience levels!

Try it! Kayaking
2023-08-09 16:00 - 20:00 | Prairie Oaks, 3225 Plain City-Georgesville Road, West Jefferson, OH, 43162, United States
Enjoy Darby Bend Lakes at Prairie Oaks Metro Park from a kayak! Kayaks are solo, sit in kayaks with a max weight of 275 lbs. Some tandems will be available for all ages with an adult. Water wicking clothing is recommended. Meet at Lake 1 at Darby Bend Lakes, 2755 Amity Rd, Hilliard OH.
Ages 10+, first come/first serve. Equipment and instruction are provided.
