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UID:10003009-1754056800-1754060400@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Natural Paints
DESCRIPTION:Paint your worries away with us while you use natural paint to make a masterpiece. Learn about the pigments certain plants\, fungi and flowers create and how you can make your own.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/natural-paints/
LOCATION:Blacklick Woods\, 6975 East Livingston Ave\, Reynoldsburg\, OH\, 43068\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T180000
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SUMMARY:Friday Night Fishing
DESCRIPTION:Stop by Schrock Lake for an evening of fishing. Use one of our poles or bring your own. Not fishing license required\, all fishing is catch & release.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/friday-night-fishing-5/
LOCATION:Sharon Woods\, 6911 Cleveland Ave.\, Columbus\, OH\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T183000
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SUMMARY:Evening Mindfulness hike (age 12+)
DESCRIPTION:Relax\, recenter and explore nature through a mindful evening hike and creative nature journaling. Hike will be approx. 1-mile on crushed limestone with some hills. Nature journaling supplies provided. Ages 12+ recommended. Meet @ nature center.\nMeeting 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.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/evening-mindfulness-hike-age-12/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T080000
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UID:10003056-1754121600-1754127000@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Summer Bird Hike
DESCRIPTION:The early bird gets the worm! Join a naturalist to search for birds using binoculars and field guides. Some binoculars will be available to borrow. Trail will be ~1 mile\, flat limestone gravel with some dirt trail\, and with frequent stops. All ages. Meet at nature center\nMeeting 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.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/summer-bird-hike/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T110000
DTSTAMP:20260627T135101
CREATED:20250728T140446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T140446Z
UID:10003095-1754128800-1754132400@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Wellness: Hoop for Fitness
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to control a hula hoop with Tasya Lacy of Hoop Fitness during this fun\, low impact\, full body workout. Hula hoops provided or bring your own.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/wellness-hoop-for-fitness/
LOCATION:Inniswood Metro Gardens\, 940 S. Hempstead Rd.\, Westerville\, OH\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T113000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T144602Z
UID:10003031-1754128800-1754134200@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Hike to the RippleRock
DESCRIPTION:Walk through the creek upstream to find some unique geologic features. Wear closed-toe shoes that can get wet. Best for 6+
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/hike-to-the-ripplerock-2/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T130000
DTSTAMP:20260627T135101
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T142808Z
UID:10003008-1754128800-1754139600@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Bugstravaganza: A Celebration of Insects
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the world of insects and more! See insects up close\, catch and release bugs\, make crafts\, learn about moths\, visit a beekeeper\, explore the OSU Bugmobile (with bugs from around the world)\, learn about pollinators and pests and more. All activities are free. Free hot dogs\, chips and drinks served from 10:30am-1pm. Walnut Woods Metro Park Buckeye Area\, 6716 Lithopolis Rd\, Groveport
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/bugstravaganza-a-celebration-of-insects/
LOCATION:Walnut Woods\, 6723 Lithopolis Rd\, Groveport\, OH\, 43125\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T135612Z
UID:10003086-1754128800-1754150400@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:What Is It?
DESCRIPTION:Ongoing between 10am-4pm\nAll ages\nEveryday objects familiar to people in the 1880s are a mystery to modern folks. Guess how ours work and what they do.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/what-is-it-3/2025-08-02/
LOCATION:Slate Run Living Historical Farm\, 1375 OH-674\, Canal Winchester\, OH\, 43110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T150000
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UID:10003096-1754139600-1754146800@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Flower Power
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about beautiful native plants and enjoy a flower themed craft!
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/flower-power/
LOCATION:Battelle Darby Creek\, 1775 Darby Creek Drive\, Galloway\, OH\, 43119\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250803T100000
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UID:10003010-1754215200-1754218800@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Wonderful Wildflowers
DESCRIPTION:Take a 1-mile hike through a prairie to search for blooming wildflowers.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/wonderful-wildflowers-3/
LOCATION:Blacklick Woods\, 6975 East Livingston Ave\, Reynoldsburg\, OH\, 43068\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250803T100000
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UID:10003087-1754215200-1754236800@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:What Is It?
DESCRIPTION:Ongoing between 10am-4pm\nAll ages\nEveryday objects familiar to people in the 1880s are a mystery to modern folks. Guess how ours work and what they do.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/what-is-it-3/2025-08-03/
LOCATION:Slate Run Living Historical Farm\, 1375 OH-674\, Canal Winchester\, OH\, 43110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250803T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250803T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T145133Z
UID:10003044-1754218800-1754233200@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Crochet Club: Strawberries
DESCRIPTION:Calling all crocheters! We are hosting another free crochet event! This month we are focusing on the sweetest summer berry – the strawberry!\nAll supplies needed will be provided. No experience necessary\, we can teach you the basics of crochet! Feel free to bring your own WIPs as well!\nFor our beginners: Our staff is limited\, so we appreciate all the patience you have as we make our way around to teach you!\nThis program is geared for all ages. Meet at the Lakeside Pavilion\, rain or shine!
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/crochet-club-strawberries/
LOCATION:Homestead\, 4675 Cosgray Road\, Hilliard\, OH\, 43026\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250803T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250803T150000
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UID:10003032-1754226000-1754233200@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Fairy House Building
DESCRIPTION:Calling all fairy house construction workers! The Blendon Woods fairies are in desperate need of new homes. Collect natural materials to create your own house for fairies or trolls.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/fairy-house-building-6/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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