Join us for a glowing evening on the water at Darby Bend Lakes! Solo sit-in kayaks with a max weight of 275 Ibs, ages 10+ only will be provided. A ...Read More
Stop by the shelter house to learn all about the snakes of Ohio! Enjoy fun facts, free ID guides, and meet a few of our ambassador snakes! This program is ...Read More
It's our annual butterfly extravaganza! Drop by the nature center 10am-2pm Labor Day Weekend. We will have a daily puppet show, crafts, games, butterfly hunt and even a daily butterfly ...Read More
Program ongoing between 10am-4pm behind Farmhouse. Visit a display and play a matching game to learn about 19th century occupations and the history of Labor Day.
Join us in celebrating Labor Day at Prairie Oaks Metro Park, Darby Bend Lakes! We will be paddling around the lake, and bringing equipment for all ages!! Tandem kayaks and ...Read More
Metro Parks Outdoor Adventure Backpacking Series is BACK!!! Are you wanting to learn more about backpacking? Join us for a 6-week series of interactive classes designed as an introduction to ...Read More
What is metamorphosis? What does nocturnal mean? How do I find moths? All these questions and more will be discussed as we read a short story, engage in a craft, ...Read More
Introduce your puppy to the outdoors and hiking in the presence of other dogs and people. Puppies should be fully vaccinated and under 1yr old. Hike will be at a ...Read More
Come learn about butterflies with a story, craft, and hike.
Come learn about butterflies with a story, craft, and hike.
Adaptive Adventures: ASL Afternoon Come join us to kick off National Deaf Awareness Month with an afternoon of open play at the inclusive playground at Blendon Woods Metro Park! This ...Read More
Learn about our ambassador Eastern Hellbender through lessons and a craft.