Metro Parks - Central Ohio Park System

Eagle Hike @ Hundred Acre Wood
2026-04-12 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | 100 Acre Wood, 5280 Cambria Way, Westerville, Ohio, 43081
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.

Run with a Ranger
2026-04-13 09:00 - 10:00 | Battelle Darby Creek, 1775 Darby Creek Drive, Galloway, OH, 43119, United States
Join a park ranger for a 2-mile run! Meet at the ranger station.

Toddler Adventure Club!
2026-04-13 10:00 - 11:00 | Prairie Oaks, 3225 Plain City-Georgesville Road, West Jefferson, OH, 43162, United States
Join us on an exploratory hike at Prairie Oaks Metro Park during our Toddler Adventure Club! We will hike as far as possible during the time-frame, and staff will have an adventure pack with compasses, maps, and other adventure tools for kids to utilize during the program. Meet at the Whispering Oaks parking lot at Prairie Oaks Main Entrance, 3225 Plain City-Georgesville Rd, West Jefferson OH.
*Path will be stroller-friendly*

For Adults 50+: Lake Hike
2026-04-13 13:00 - 14:00 | Prairie Oaks, 3225 Plain City-Georgesville Road, West Jefferson, OH, 43162, United States
Enjoy a hike around the lake at Prairie Oaks Metro Park! We will meet at the Lake 3 parking lot at Darby Bend Lakes. Our hike will be approx. 2-miles. Use address 2755 Amity Rd, Hilliard OH.

Homeschoolers: Ohio's Wildlife History
2026-04-14 11:00 - 12:00 | Blendon Woods, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road, Columbus, 43081, United States
In celebration of America 250-Ohio, learn about the many changes to Ohio’s landscape over the past 250 years through this interactive game. Reading required at 4rd grade level, so appropriate for older kids or those with close participation of an adult mentor.

Preschool: Best Nest
2026-04-14 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-04-14 14:00 - 15:00 | Battelle Darby Creek, 1775 Darby Creek Drive, Galloway, OH, 43119, United States
Preschoolers can join us at the Apple Ridge Picnic Area to study bird nests and learn to build their own.

Adaptive Adventures: All Bodies Beginners Hiking Club
2026-04-14 18:00 - 19:00 | Sharon Woods, 6911 Cleveland Ave., Columbus, OH, 43081, United States
Join us for our first ever All Bodies Beginners Hiking Club! This is a monthly hike for all bodies inclusive of all abilities and sizes!
This will be a slow paced hike allowing for breaks when needed. This is not an interpretive hike. We will hike a little under a half mile on the Oak Openings ADA trail and some of the Edward S. Thomas ADA trail with an opportunity to go further or end there. Please meet at the Schrock lake restroom area.

Preschool: Animal Tongues
2026-04-15 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-04-15 13:00 - 14:00 | Homestead, 4675 Cosgray Road, Hilliard, OH, 43026, United States
This year, we are looking closely at different parts of animals and how those parts help them live and are special for where they live. This month we are talking all about the different tongues animals have! Slurp up the fun with us as we read a short story, engage in an activity, and get a little crafty.
This program is geared towards ages 3-6. Meet at the Barn Shelter, rain or shine!

Metro Parks Hiking Club: Fitness Hikes
2026-04-15 10:00 - 11:30 | Blendon Woods, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road, Columbus, 43081, United States
Hike 2 or 4 mi. on gravel and natural surface trails. Moderate pace. Stairs and hills.

For Adults 50+: Bluebell Walk
2026-04-15 13:30 - 15:00 | Three Creeks, 3860 Bixby Road, Groveport, OH, 43125, United States
Learn about the natural history of Virginia bluebells and other spring wildflowers on a 1-mile walk. Please wear shoes or boots suitable for muddy, slippery walking. No pets, please. Meets at Three Creeks Confluence Area bulletin board, 3860 Bixby Rd, Groveport

For Adults: Spring Fungi
2026-04-15 15:00 - 16:00 | Blacklick Woods, 6975 East Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH, 43068, United States
Join a naturalist on a 1-mile hike to learn about mushrooms and search for them along the trail.

Storytime
2026-04-17 10:00 - 10:30 | Blendon Woods, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road, Columbus, 43081, United States
Have fun with literature in the park. Introduce your little one to nature with stories, songs, and large motor activities.

I-Spy Nature Challenge
2026-04-17 15:00 - 17:00 | Glacier Ridge, 9801 Hyland Croy, Plain City, OH, 43064, United States
Complete a few I-spy nature challenges to earn a prize! Challenges involve hiking, playing on the playground, completing a part of the obstacle course, or finding nature artifacts! There will be a few challenges to choose from, each with their own prizes!
This program is geared for ages 6-16, but all ages are welcome. Meet by the wooden playground beside the dog park, rain or shine!

For Adults: Wildflower Walk
2026-04-18 10:00 - 11:00 | Blendon Woods, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road, Columbus, 43081, United States
Take a 2-mile walk through the park to search for a variety of spring flowers. Ages 16+.

Backcountry Hike
2026-04-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Clear Creek, 185 Clear Creek Road, Lancaster, OH, 43130, United States
Take a 4-mile backcountry hike to visit Beck’s Rock. Be prepared for rugged and steep terrain. Wear sturdy footwear. Old Maintenance Shop: 9935 Opossum Hollow Road, Rockbridge (39.59240, -82.54627).

Kids as Planet Protectors: An Earth Day Celebration
2026-04-18 10:00 - 14:00 | Scioto Audubon, 400 West Whittier St., Columbus, OH, 43215, United States
Celebrate Earth Day as a family by participating in multiple Seeds of Caring activity stations as kids learn the importance of being kind to the Earth. Meet at the Grange Insurance Audubon Center. There is limited parking available in the main lot but additional parking options will be available within walking distance.
Ages: 2-12
Fee: None
Registration: None

Meet at the Grange Insurance Audubon Center

Waste Not, Want Not
2026-04-18 10:00 - 16:00 | Slate Run Living Historical Farm, 1375 OH-674, Canal Winchester, OH, 43110, United States
Ongoing from 10am -4pm
Compare recycling now with an 1880s family’s necessary reuse of many farm and household items.

Wildflower Hike
2026-04-18 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-04-18 18:00 - 20:30 | Sharon Woods, 6911 Cleveland Ave., Columbus, OH, 43081, United States
Enjoy a guided walk looking for wildflowers along the 0.2 mile Oak Opening trail.

Walk Among The Bluebells
2026-04-18 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-18 18:00 - 19:00 | Three Creeks, 3860 Bixby Road, Groveport, OH, 43125, United States
Learn about the natural history of Virginia bluebells and other spring wildflowers on a 1-mile walk. Please wear shoes or boots suitable for muddy, slippery walking. No pets, please. Meets at Three Creeks Confluence Area bulletin board, 3860 Bixby Rd, Groveport.

Budding Buddies
2026-04-18 15:00 - 16:00 | Battelle Darby Creek, 1775 Darby Creek Drive, Galloway, OH, 43119, United States
Let’s meander and check out all the interesting spring wildflowers that are starting to bloom in various colors and shapes! Meet at the Ranger Station, 1775 Darby Creek Dr.

Evening Sounds Hike
2026-04-18 19:30 - 20:30 | Highbanks, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N), Lewis Center, OH, 43035, United States
Join a naturalist for an evening 1- mile hike to listen for the sounds of wildlife as the forest comes alive at night. May include off-trail hiking to reach prime areas. All ages. Bring a flashlight if possible. All ages
Meeting Location Notes: Highbanks Nature Center is the first right after entering the park. There is limited parking in the Nature Center lot on busy days. Additional parking is available in the Oak Coves Picnic Area, a 10 minute walk from the Nature Center. Follow the paved trail through Oak Coves toward the Nature Center.

For Adults: Frog Walk
2026-04-18 20:00 - 21:00 | Blacklick Woods, 6975 East Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH, 43068, United States
Join a naturalist to learn about frogs and listen for their calls on this half-mile hike.

Earth Day
2026-04-19 11:00 - 14:00 | Sharon Woods, 6911 Cleveland Ave., Columbus, OH, 43081, United States
Drop by the Naturalist’s Office and learn how to make a “Seed Bomb” to help celebrate Earth Day

Crochet Club: Veggie Garden
2026-04-19 11:00 - 15:00 | Glacier Ridge, 9801 Hyland Croy, Plain City, OH, 43064, United States
Join us this season on a fun crochet journey out in nature. This month’s theme is veggie gardens! Craft a veggie and learn a few tips about gardening!
No experience is needed, but beginners will get the most hands on help in the first hour of the program.
All supplies are provided, but you can bring your own supplies as well!
This program is geared for all ages. Meet at the Wetland Education Pavilion, rain or shine! The Honda Wetland Entrance is 2 miles south of the main entrance.

Leave No Trace: Earth Day Stewards
2026-04-19 12:30 - 13:30 | Battelle Darby Creek, 1775 Darby Creek Drive, Galloway, OH, 43119, United States
Come do a scavenger hunt to find what is out of place on a short trail. Learn how to help take care of our environment, plus a fun craft after our walk. Best for ages 6-12.

Sheep on the Farm
2026-04-19 13:00 - 15:00 | Slate Run Living Historical Farm, 1375 OH-674, Canal Winchester, OH, 43110, United States
Ongoing between 1-3pm
Watch sheep shearing, meet the lambs and learn about the uses of wool.
