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SUMMARY:Scioto Fest
DESCRIPTION:Scioto Fest will be bigger and better than ever this year. All the fun begins at Scioto Audubon Metro Park at 5pm on Friday\, September 19\, 2024 with Yappy Hour\, Try It! climbing wall programs\, river floats\, food trucks\, Nocterra beer\, plus a DJ and live bands. Find the full schedule of events here. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/scioto-fest-2/
LOCATION:Scioto Audubon\, 400 West Whittier St.\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T193000
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SUMMARY:Date Night: An Evening with Zephyr Chamber Winds
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the nature center for a one-hour chamber music performance by Zephyr Chamber Winds. This concert is funded by a Friends of Metro Park Grant and is produced in partnership with Zephyr Chamber Winds – a Columbus-based\, professional classical chamber music group. This program is adults only\, ages 18+. \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/date-night-an-evening-with-zephyr-chamber-winds/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T080000
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SUMMARY:Backpacking Series: Week 2 - Water & Waste
DESCRIPTION:Are you wanting to learn more about backpacking? Join us for a 6-week series of interactive classes designed as an introduction to backpacking\, building up to an overnight trip at the end! Attendance at all classes is NOT required – however\, the overnight trip will only be open to those who attend at least ONE class.\nEach week’s topic will have two dates to choose from in that week – you don’t need to attend both dates in the week. This series is for all ages and all backpacking abilities\, from beginner to experienced backpackers. \nWeek #2: Water & Waste. One of the most important considerations for backpacking is where you will get clean\, drinkable water. We will cover all of the important information you need to keep yourself hydrated and healthy on the trail. Participants will have the opportunity to practice treating water. We will provide a few filtering devices to share\, however\, you are encouraged to bring your own treatment system to practice with! \nFall Backpacking Series:\nWeek 1: 4 Essentials & Site Selection\nWeek 2: Water & Waste\nWeek 3: Fuel\, Fire\, & Food\nWeek 4: Clothing & Foot Care\nWeek 5: Prep\, Safety\, & Outdoor Ethics\nWeek 6: Shakedown Hike!
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/backpacking-series-week-2-water-waste-2/2025-09-20/
LOCATION:Scioto Grove\, 5172 Jackson Pike\, Grove City\, OH\, 43123\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T110000
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SUMMARY:Pawpaw Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided hike to learn about Ohio’s tropical fruit and all of its amazing features! Hike will be on crushed limestone surface with some hills.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/pawpaw-hike-2/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T130000
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SUMMARY:Campfire Starting
DESCRIPTION:Drop by and learn the basics of campfire building. Learn how to light a fire with matches\, flint & steel\, and a bow drill.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/campfire-starting/
LOCATION:Sharon Woods\, 6911 Cleveland Ave.\, Columbus\, OH\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T140000
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SUMMARY:Pawpaw Prowl
DESCRIPTION:Take a 1.25-mile hike to learn about our State Native Fruit and search the trees to find some.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/pawpaw-prowl-2/
LOCATION:Blacklick Woods\, 6975 East Livingston Ave\, Reynoldsburg\, OH\, 43068\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T150000
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SUMMARY:For Adults 18+: Pawpaw Party
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the pawpaw\, an understory tree with the largest edible fruit native to North America. Sample the fruit\, try a tasty treat and learn cool pawpaw facts on a nearly 2-mile hike. We will be hiking up and down ravines and over creek beds on an unimproved dirt\, grass and gravel trail. Be prepared\, we may get a little wet and muddy on this moderate trail. Bring water as there is no potable water available. \nMeet at Camp Starview at 9631 Neiswander Rd.\, Ashville 43103.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/for-adults-18-pawpaw-party/
LOCATION:Slate Run Living Historical Farm\, 1375 OH-674\, Canal Winchester\, OH\, 43110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T160000
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SUMMARY:THE Buckeye Tree
DESCRIPTION:Take a short hike and learn all about Buckeye Trees and their history here in Ohio! Wear your best OSU buckeye gear if you like! Meet at Nature Center.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/the-buckeye-tree/
LOCATION:Battelle Darby Creek\, 1775 Darby Creek Drive\, Galloway\, OH\, 43119\, United States
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SUMMARY:Bat-tacular!
DESCRIPTION:Become one with the night as we adventure into the world of bats! Join us at the shelter house to discuss fun facts about bats before we venture out on a hike to find them AND listen for them!\nThe hike will be about 1.5 miles (with areas for people to break away if needed) and will be along paved and unpaved paths.\nNo bright lights please! Red lights will be provided\, but night vision is the best way to enjoy our flying friends!\nThis program is geared for all ages. Meet at the barn shelter\, rain or shine!
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/bat-tacular/
LOCATION:Glacier Ridge\, 9801 Hyland Croy\, Plain City\, OH\, 43064\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T100000
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SUMMARY:Hike All the Trails: Adult Fitness Hike
DESCRIPTION:Hike 2\, 4 or 5 miles to complete all the trails at Blendon Woods
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/hike-all-the-trails-adult-fitness-hike/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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UID:10003154-1758459600-1758465000@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Backpacking Series: Week 3 - Fuel\, Fire\, & Food
DESCRIPTION:Are you wanting to learn more about backpacking? Join us for a 6-week series of interactive classes designed as an introduction to backpacking\, building up to an overnight trip at the end! Attendance at all classes is NOT required – however\, the overnight trip will only be open to those who attend at least ONE class.\nEach week’s topic will have two dates to choose from in that week – you don’t need to attend both dates in the week. This series is for all ages and all backpacking abilities\, from beginner to experienced backpackers. \nWeek #3: Fuel\, Fire\, & Food. When it comes to preparing meals for backpacking\, there are several options to pick from. We will talk about the pros and cons of various types of backpacking stoves\, how much fuel to bring\, field maintenance\, and safety. We will also make (and try!) a variety of backpacking meals\, and learn about proper nutrition when out on the trail. \nFall Backpacking Series:\nWeek 1: 4 Essentials & Site Selection\nWeek 2: Water & Waste\nWeek 3: Fuel\, Fire\, & Food\nWeek 4: Clothing & Foot Care\nWeek 5: Prep\, Safety\, & Outdoor Ethics\nWeek 6: Shakedown Hike!
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/backpacking-series-week-3-fuel-fire-food/2025-09-21/
LOCATION:Scioto Grove\, 5172 Jackson Pike\, Grove City\, OH\, 43123\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T150000
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UID:10003215-1758463200-1758466800@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Kids: Fall Discovery Hike
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate fall equinox by joining a naturalist for a 1 mile hike in the forest while searching for animals\, plants\, and insects. Meet in Big Meadows PIcnic Area near the large restroom. Look for the orange program signs. Closed toed shoes are recommended. Ages 6-8 years old. \nMeet in Big Meadows. Meeting location notes:Highbanks Metro Park-Big Meadows Picnic Area. This meeting location is located near the back of the park area in the back of the park. After you enter the park\, take the main road down the hill. At the bottom of the hill\, a sign will be on the right side saying “Big Meadows picnic area”. After the sign\, take the ROAD on the LEFT. Park in the first lot on the left. Meet near the restrooms/bulletin board/playground area.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/kids-fall-discovery-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:20250921T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T160000
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UID:10003213-1758463200-1758470400@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Forts\, Fire & Fun
DESCRIPTION:Roast marshmallows by the fire and work as a team to build a fort in our natural play area.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/forts-fire-fun-5/
LOCATION:Blacklick Woods\, 6975 East Livingston Ave\, Reynoldsburg\, OH\, 43068\, United States
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