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SUMMARY:For Adults 50+: Bald Eagles\, Osprey and Sandhill Cranes
DESCRIPTION:Search for these amazing avians and hear about their success stories on a 2-mile walk on the Killdeer Trail. \nMeet at the Wood Duck Picnic Area parking lot at 4150 Bowen Rd.\, Canal Winchester.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/for-adults-50-bald-eagles-osprey-and-sandhill-cranes/
LOCATION:Pickerington Ponds\, 7680 Wright Road\, Canal Winchester\, OH\, 43110\, United States
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SUMMARY:Sunday in the Swamp
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Buttonbush swamp to scoop up slimy critters.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/sunday-in-the-swamp-3/
LOCATION:Blacklick Woods\, 6975 East Livingston Ave\, Reynoldsburg\, OH\, 43068\, United States
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SUMMARY:Eagle Hike @ Hundred Acre Wood
DESCRIPTION:Hike 1.5 miles along a dirt trail to spy on the eagles at their nest. Meet at 5220 Cambria Way. Park along the street.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/eagle-hike-hundred-acre-wood-3/2026-04-26/
LOCATION:100 Acre Wood\, 5280 Cambria Way\, Westerville\, Ohio\, 43081
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SUMMARY:Children’s Garden Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon of fun as we explore garden herbs with a variety of hands-on activities. Plus visit with baby animals and staff from Slate Run Farm.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/childrens-garden-day-3/
LOCATION:Inniswood Metro Gardens\, 940 S. Hempstead Rd.\, Westerville\, OH\, 43081\, United States
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SUMMARY:Little Hikers Club
DESCRIPTION:Bring your little hiker and let’s go on a 1-mile hike with stops along the way for a story and game! Trail is stroller friendly. Meet us at the Ranger Station.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/little-hikers-club-3/
LOCATION:Battelle Darby Creek\, 1775 Darby Creek Drive\, Galloway\, OH\, 43119\, United States
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SUMMARY:For Adults 50+: Sunrise Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a approx. 3-mile sunrise hike at Slate Run Metro Park. Terrain will be hilly. Meet at Buzzards Roost Picnic Area.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/for-adults-50-sunrise-hike/
LOCATION:Slate Run Park\, 1375 St. Rte. 674 North\, Canal Winchester\, 43110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T193000
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SUMMARY:Nature Detectives with COSI!
DESCRIPTION:Grab a magnifying glass and hiking shoes and get ready to investigate the woods with us! Get to know a little more about the wonderful ecosystems here in Ohio.\nWe will hike approximately 1.5miles on mixed terrain trails (gravel\, paved\, and dirt). All detective supplies will be provided. Please bring closed toed shoes\, layers (it’s always windy!)\, and a sense of adventure!\nThis program is geared for ages 6-16\, but all ages are welcome. Meet at the Shelter House\, rain or shine!
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/nature-detectives-with-cosi/
LOCATION:Glacier Ridge\, 9801 Hyland Croy\, Plain City\, OH\, 43064\, United States
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SUMMARY:COSI Science Festival - Fantastic Fungi BioBlitz
DESCRIPTION:Be a scientist! Learn to use iNaturalist to record scientific observations and then set off on a 1.25-mile hike to observe\, identify and record mushrooms and other fungi around Blacklick Woods.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/cosi-science-festival-fantastic-fungi-bioblitz-2/
LOCATION:Blacklick Woods\, 6975 East Livingston Ave\, Reynoldsburg\, OH\, 43068\, United States
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SUMMARY:Tots on Trails
DESCRIPTION:Share a slow-paced\, half-mile hike with your toddler and discover nature together.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/tots-on-trails-23/
LOCATION:Blacklick Woods\, 6975 East Livingston Ave\, Reynoldsburg\, OH\, 43068\, United States
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SUMMARY:Sand Volleyball and S'mores
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a s’more over the campfire and play sand volleyball at Scioto Audubon Metro Park! All equipment and ingredients will be provided. Park at the climbing wall.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/sand-volleyball-and-smores/
LOCATION:Scioto Audubon\, 400 West Whittier St.\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215\, United States
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SUMMARY:Adventure at the Lake with Brave Wilderness
DESCRIPTION:Join the Brave Wilderness team for a Blendon Bioblitz as we search for wildlife around Thoreau Lake. Download iNaturalist before you come to help contribute to the data. Wear shoes that can get wet and muddy.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/adventure-at-the-lake-with-brave-wilderness-2/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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SUMMARY:Birding and Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a potluck breakfast at the picnic shelter then go bird watching after. Beginners to experts are welcome to participate and we’ll have some loaner binoculars available. If you are able\, please bring a breakfast dish to share with the group. If you’ve never done birding and breakfast before\, it’s great fun! Meets at the Walnut Woods Buckeye Area picnic shelter\, 6716 Lithopolis RD\, Groveport
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/birding-and-breakfast-3/
LOCATION:Walnut Woods\, 6723 Lithopolis Rd\, Groveport\, OH\, 43125\, United States
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SUMMARY:Bank Run Event Center Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the first event at the Bank Run Metro Park Event Center! \nJoin us Saturday\, May 16\, 2026\, at Bank Run Metro Park Event Center for a 5k race\, concert\, beer with Friends of Metro Parks\, food trucks\, and more! \nAddress: \n1570 Rohr Road\, Lockbourne\, Ohio \nSchedule: \n3:30 pm: 5k Registration & Check-in starts \n4 pm: 5k Race \n4:30 pm: Bands – the Fabulous Johnson Brothers and The Pretty Filth \n \n 
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/bank-run-metro-park-premiere-event/
LOCATION:Bank Run Metro Park Event Center\, 1570 Rohr Rd.\, Lockbourne\, OH\, 43137\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T150000
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SUMMARY:Bark Bash
DESCRIPTION:What is Bark Bash?\nBark Bash is the dog event of the summer for you and your canine friends! The second annual Bark Bash will take place at Prairie Oaks Metro Park on Saturday\, August 22\, 2026. The four-legged frolic gets underway at 10am and will keep you and your dogs fully active and engaged in fun until 3pm! \nActivities Include:\n\nStand-up paddling and kayaking with your pup and Metro Parks Outdoor Adventure. Limited canine lifejackets will be available\, but you can also bring your own!\nTie-dye a bandana for your four-legged friend with Friends of Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks.\nTake a stroll through the marketplace that includes canine vendors dedicated to all of your pup’s needs\, clubs and organizations dedicated to canine wellbeing\, and more.\nTake a hike with your pup or explore the off-leash dog beach area of the park.\nStage performances by the Franklin County Sheriff’s K-9 units and Performance Dogs of Ohio.\nCool off in one of the ice castles sponsored by Atlas Butler.\n\nAdmission to Bark Bash is free\, and all dogs must remain on a leash unless in a specified off-leash area. Attendees are encouraged to bring water and waste bags to ensure a clean and safe environment for all. \nHave questions or want to be a sponsor? Contact Metro Parks at info@metroparks.net \n 
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/bark-bash-2/
LOCATION:Prairie Oaks\, 3225 Plain City-Georgesville Road\, West Jefferson\, OH\, 43162\, United States
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