Events

It’s spring break and our animal ambassadors couldn't be more excited! Join the animal ambassadors at the shelter to meet them and learn more about these native Ohio animals! This ...Read More

Create rainbows, take a trip through the water cycle and more at this open house event. Meet at the Greenhouse Multipurpose Center.

Stop by Schrock Lake for some evening fishing. Use our poles or bring your own. No fishing license required, all fishing is catch-and-release.

Let's take a 1-mile interpretive hike through the forest.

Meet the first Saturday of every month for a fast-paced hike and to meet like-minded people. This is not an interpretive hike.

Ongoing from 1-3pm Help plant potatoes (conditions permitting) and learn about the importance of potatoes throughout history.

Display and craft up from 1-3pm Learn about using natural dyes for eggs and make a card or decoration.

Drop by the nature center anytime between 1-3 to learn more about our nutty neighbors. Includes themed activities, a scavenger hunt, and a craft to take home. Geared toward families. ...Read More

Spend the afternoon with a naturalist for a 10-mile hike to meet fellow hikers and get bite-sized nature lessons! Expect a brisk walking pace with short stops along the way. ...Read More

Enjoy a 2.5 mile hike with stops along the way to observe and learn about signs of spring. Please wear shoes suitable for some mud. No pets, please. Meets at ...Read More

Join us for a short toddler friendly, exploratory hike at Quarry Trails Metro Park! Meet at the Kingfisher shelter house, use address 2319 Quarry Trails Drive, Columbus 43228