Preschool: Animal Tracks
2024-10-16 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Homestead, 4675 Cosgray Road, Hilliard, OH, 43026, United States
Can you figure out what animal was here without seeing them? Join us as we learn how to find and identify different animal tracks! We will read a short story, make a craft, and go on a short hike.
This program is geared for ages 3-6. Meet at the barn shelter, rain or shine!

Try It! Archery
2024-10-16 16:30 - 18:00 | Scioto Grove, 5172 Jackson Pike, Grove City, OH, 43123, United States
Enjoy free and fun archery at the range! All equipment and instruction are provided. Open to ages 8+. Meet at the archery range at Scioto Grove Metro Park.

Metro Parks Hiking Club: Wednesday Evening Fitness Hike
2024-10-16 18:00 - 19:00 | Blendon Woods, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road, Columbus, 43081, United States
Hike 2 or 4 mi. on grave and natural surface trails. Moderate pace. Stairs and hills.

Ohio Geologic Survey Hike: Unique Geology of Blendon
2024-10-17 10:00 - 11:30 | OH
Join ODNR geologist Mohammad Fakhari on a hike to learn about the formation of unique geological features of the park. Program will be cancelled in the case of inclement weather. Waterproof shoes are recommended. Meet at the Natural Play Area. Hike is 2mi. Ages 8+

Carve A Pumpkin For The Park
2024-10-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Three Creeks, 3860 Bixby Road, Groveport, OH, 43125, United States
We need your help! Stop by to carve a pumpkin or two for our October 18th “Pumpkin Walk Around The Pond.” We’ll provide the pumpkins and have some carving tools but feel free to bring your own. All pumpkins will remain at the park and will be composted by an area farmer after the Friday walk. Meet at the Three Creeks Metro Park Confluence Area shelter, 3860 Bixby Rd, Groveport.

Barktoberfest
2024-10-17 17:00 - 19:00 | Rocky Fork, 7180 East Walnut St., Westerville, OH, 43081, United States
Fun for you and your canine best friend! We’ll have food trucks and a costume contest!

Full Moon Hike
2024-10-17 18:00 - 20:00 | 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.

For Adults! Lantern hike
2024-10-17 19:00 - 20:00 | Chestnut Ridge, 8445 Winchester Rd NW, Carroll, OH, 43112, United States
Join us for a staff led, adults only, lantern hike! Enjoy the tranquility of the fall foliage at Chestnut Ridge Metro Park lit up by the lights of lanterns! Some lanterns will be available to use for the duration of the program, first come first served. meet at the first public parking lot to the right when entering the park.

Preschool: Animals That Go Bump in the Night
2024-10-18 09:30 - 10:30, 2024-10-18 11:00 - 12:00 | Battelle Darby Creek, 1775 Darby Creek Drive, Galloway, OH, 43119, United States
Learn about “not so scary” nocturnal animals through story, activities, and craft. Program best for ages 3-5.

Campfire Building and Cooking
2024-10-18 17:00 - 18:00 | Quarry Trails, 2600 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH, 43228, United States
Meet at the Kingfisher Shelter in the Lake Area parking lot- use address 2319 Quarry Trails Drive.
Come learn how to build a fire and make some tasty treats.

Pumpkin Walk Around The Pond
2024-10-18 17:30 - 19:00 | Three Creeks, 3860 Bixby Road, Groveport, OH, 43125, United States
Take an easy 1/2 mile walk around Turtle Pond to look at the pumpkins and pick up treats at stops along the way. Costume wearing is encouraged! Three Creeks Metro Park Confluence Area, 3860 Bixby Rd, Groveport

Over the Moon
2024-10-18 18:30 - 19:30 | Battelle Darby Creek, 1775 Darby Creek Drive, Galloway, OH, 43119, United States
Join a naturalist on a 2 mile hike and learn about the moon while it lights our way shining high in the sky.

Bird Walk
2024-10-19 08:00 - 09:30 | Blendon Woods, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road, Columbus, 43081, United States
Take a hike to Thoreau Lake to look for fall migrants

Adults Only: Cemetery Hike
2024-10-19 09:00 - 11:00 | Battelle Darby Creek, 1775 Darby Creek Drive, Galloway, OH, 43119, United States
Get your walking boots on and join us for a 4-mile off-trail hike to visit some of our parks hidden pioneer cemeteries and an Adena Mound. Meet us at Little Darby Picnic Area 3711 Gardner Rd. 18+

RidgeFest
2024-10-19 12:00 - 16:00 | Glacier Ridge, 9801 Hyland Croy, Plain City, OH, 43064, United States
Celebrate the season with our annual fall festival, RidgeFest. We have partnered with local organizations to celebrate the uniqueness of Glacier Ridge. Join us for a fun day filled with games, hay rides, archery, food trucks, and much more!
Food trucks include:
Schmidt’s Sausage Truck
Grater’s Ice Cream
Activities include:
Free mini pumpkins!
Archery with Outdoor Adventure
Slate Run Historical Farm
Corn Hole and other outdoor games
Festive Hike
Hayride
Vendors Include:
Ohio Wildlife Center
Ohio Wetland Association
Lights Out Columbus
Columbus Astronomical Society
Scioto Watershed Action Group
This festival is geared for all ages. Please follow signs for parking.

Animal Adaptations Hike
2024-10-19 14:00 - 15:00 | Blacklick Woods, 6975 East Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH, 43068, United States
Join a naturalist on a 1.25-mile hike to learn about animal adaptations and how these characteristics or behaviors help animals survive.

Leaf Craft
2024-10-19 14:00 - 15:00 | Quarry Trails, 2600 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH, 43228, United States
Meet at the Dog Park parking lot-use address 2600 Dublin Rd Columbus OH 43228. Follow the road all the way till it forces you to turn left and the dog park will be on your right.
Take a 1 mile hike to collect leaves and then make a craft with them!

Fall Lantern Hike
2024-10-19 18:00 - 20:30 | Clear Creek, 185 Clear Creek Road, Lancaster, OH, 43130, United States
Experience woodland trails on a guided 5-mile lantern hike. Be prepared for a moderate pace and elevation gain. Terrain at Clear Creek is steep and uneven. Bring a headlamp. Meet at the Creekside Meadows Parking Lot, 23833 Clear Creek Rd in Rockbridge.

(Not so) Spooky Hike
2024-10-20 13:00 - 14:00 | Blacklick Woods, 6975 East Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH, 43068, United States
Explore the fall forest and learn about how some animals became associated with Halloween. Discover some facts that reveal these animals aren’t so spooky after all.

Trees, Seeds and Leaves
2024-10-20 13:00 - 14:00 | Battelle Darby Creek, 1775 Darby Creek Drive, Galloway, OH, 43119, United States
Take a 2 mile hike and learn about trees and their pretty colors! Meet at the Little Darby Picnic Area, 3711 Gardner Rd.

For Scouts: Animal Habitats/Champions for Nature
2024-10-20 13:00 - 15:00 | Blendon Woods, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road, Columbus, 43081, United States
Suitable for Girl scout Juniors or Webelo Scouts. We will use one of Ohio’s declining species, the box turtle to talk about the importance of habitat, what it means to be threatened/endangered, explore some ways everyone can help with box turtle conservation, and go into the field to look for box turtles like a scientist.

Cold Blooded Curiosities
2024-10-20 13:00 - 16:00 | Sharon Woods, 6911 Cleveland Ave., Columbus, OH, 43081, United States
Stop by the Naturalists’ Office and meet our reptile Animal Ambassadors. Learn why snakes and turtles aren’t spooky, but are spectacular!

Meet The Artists
2024-10-20 14:00 - 16:00 | Innis House, 940 S Hempstead Road, Westerville, OH, 43081, United States
Meet members of Through the Lens of Central Ohio photography club and view their photographs on display in the Innis House.

Costume Toddler Hike
2024-10-21 10:00 - 11:00 | Scioto Grove, 5172 Jackson Pike, Grove City, OH, 43123, United States
Dress up in your favorite costume and explore Scioto Grove Metro Park! We will hike on stroller accessible trails, and go as far as the group is able to walk in the time-frame! Meet at the Arrowhead Picnic area at Scioto Grove Metro Park.

Homeschoolers: Creature Camouflage
2024-10-22 14:00 - 15:00 | Blacklick Woods, 6975 East Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH, 43068, United States
Discover the different types of camouflage and learn about animals with this incredible adaptation. Dressing up in camouflage of your own is encouraged!

Fall Foliage Ride
2024-10-22 18:00 - 19:00 | Quarry Trails, 2600 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH, 43228, United States
Join us for a ride around Quarry Trails Metro Park! If you have your own bike and equipment, you do not need to register. We have a few adult bikes available for people to borrow, but you must register to reserve your bike. Meet at the Park Office! Use the address 2600 Dublin Road, and follow signs to the Park Office.
Register here.

Preschool Storytime- Pumpkins
2024-10-23 10:00 - 11:00 | Slate Run Living Historical Farm, 1375 OH-674, Canal Winchester, OH, 43110, United States
Program begins at 10am.
Meet behind the farmhouse.
Parents and siblings are welcome.
Enjoy a fall story and a craft.

Preschoolers: Halloween Party
2024-10-23 10:00 - 11:00 | Blacklick Woods, 6975 East Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH, 43068, United States
Celebrate Halloween with activities, crafts, and a costume contest!

Fall Hike
2024-10-23 10:00 - 12:30 | Clear Creek, 185 Clear Creek Road, Lancaster, OH, 43130, United States
Hike 4-miles through fields and forests to Buzzard’s Roost. Terrain at Clear Creek is rugged and steep, wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring water. Meet at the Park Office, 185 Clear Creek Road in Lancaster.
