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SUMMARY:Lantern Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an after dark adventure on this approx. two-mile lantern hike! Some lanterns will be available to borrow on a first come first serve basis. Meet at the Arrowhead Picnic Shelter.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/lantern-hike-31/2026-01-15/
LOCATION:Scioto Grove\, 5172 Jackson Pike\, Grove City\, OH\, 43123\, United States
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SUMMARY:Preschool: Where Have the Animals Been?
DESCRIPTION:Learn about animal tracks and signs through story\, craft\, and activities. Best for ages 3-5. Program is inside\, with optional outdoor scavenger hunt.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/preschool-where-have-the-animals-been/2026-01-16/1/
LOCATION:Battelle Darby Creek\, 1775 Darby Creek Drive\, Galloway\, OH\, 43119\, United States
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SUMMARY:Preschool: Where Have the Animals Been?
DESCRIPTION:Learn about animal tracks and signs through story\, craft\, and activities. Best for ages 3-5. Program is inside\, with optional outdoor scavenger hunt.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/preschool-where-have-the-animals-been/2026-01-16/2/
LOCATION:Battelle Darby Creek\, 1775 Darby Creek Drive\, Galloway\, OH\, 43119\, United States
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SUMMARY:Preschool: Animal Winter Homes
DESCRIPTION:Learn about different animal homes in Ohio with a naturalist. Listen to a story\, take a hike\, make a craft and meet some live animals. Dress for both indoor and outdoor activities. Most of the program will be indoors. Meet inside the nature center. Ages 3-5. \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/preschool-animal-winter-homes/2026-01-16/1/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T140000
DTSTAMP:20260620T125030
CREATED:20251222T135156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T135156Z
UID:10003666-1768568400-1768572000@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Preschool: Animal Winter Homes
DESCRIPTION:Learn about different animal homes in Ohio with a naturalist. Listen to a story\, take a hike\, make a craft and meet some live animals. Dress for both indoor and outdoor activities. Most of the program will be indoors. Meet inside the nature center. Ages 3-5. \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/preschool-animal-winter-homes/2026-01-16/2/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T150000
DTSTAMP:20260620T125030
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T180121Z
UID:10003639-1768572000-1768575600@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:For Adults 50+: Frigid Fungi
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist on a 1.25-mile hike to look for and learn about some winter fungi.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/for-adults-50-frigid-fungi/
LOCATION:Blacklick Woods\, 6975 East Livingston Ave\, Reynoldsburg\, OH\, 43068\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T173000
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SUMMARY:Sunset and S'mores
DESCRIPTION:Join us by the lakes at Quarry Trails Metro Park and enjoy a s’more while enjoying the setting sun! Use entrance 2319 Quarry Trails Drive to find the closest parking lot to the program\, and meet at the Kingfisher Shelter.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/sunset-and-smores-8/
LOCATION:Quarry Trails\, 2600 Dublin Road\, Columbus\, OH\, 43228\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T170000
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SUMMARY:Night Hike
DESCRIPTION:Let’s take a 1.5-mile interpretive hike through the wetlands at dusk. Meet at the Wet Prairie\, 1378 Darby Creek Dr.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/night-hike-25/
LOCATION:Battelle Darby Creek\, 1775 Darby Creek Drive\, Galloway\, OH\, 43119\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T190000
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CREATED:20251231T134812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T134812Z
UID:10003727-1768584600-1768590000@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Owl Prowl
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hike in the Edward S. Thomas Nature Preserve. Learn about Ohio’s Owls and take a guided hike through the twilight woods as we listen for owl calls. Please dress for the weather!
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/owl-prowl-17/
LOCATION:Sharon Woods\, 6911 Cleveland Ave.\, Columbus\, OH\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T100000
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UID:10003709-1768644000-1768647600@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Winter Tree ID
DESCRIPTION:Meet at the Kingfisher shelter and take a 1 mile hike and learn to how to identify 10 trees.\nUse address 2319 Quarry Trails Drive Columbus OH 43228 and follow the road back to the Lake Area parking lot.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/winter-tree-id/
LOCATION:Quarry Trails\, 2600 Dublin Road\, Columbus\, OH\, 43228\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T100000
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CREATED:20251218T180157Z
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UID:10003640-1768644000-1768647600@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Owl Prowl
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist for a 1.25-mile hike while we learn about owls and search the forest for Barred Owls.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/owl-prowl-14/
LOCATION:Blacklick Woods\, 6975 East Livingston Ave\, Reynoldsburg\, OH\, 43068\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T130000
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CREATED:20251201T172427Z
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UID:10003615-1768644000-1768654800@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Scioto Audubon Winter Hike
DESCRIPTION:Gather your friends and family for a hike on any trail at Scioto Audubon Metro Park. Refreshments and a treat will be served between 10am and 1pm at the Grange Insurance Audubon Center. \nLearn more about winter hikes by clicking here.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/scioto-audubon-metro-park/
LOCATION:Scioto Audubon\, 400 West Whittier St.\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T150000
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UID:10003711-1768654800-1768662000@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Fiber at the Farm Series - Spinning
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we explore fiber arts twice a month during January\, February\, and March. This is a series of six programs for adults\, however\, you are free to make the ones that interest you and fit your schedule. Programs will include a presentation and demonstration\, as well as opportunities for hands on learning. Enjoy a warm beverage and feel free to bring a fiber project to work on after the main program. Programs will start at 1pm. \nSaturday\, 1/17/26 Part 2 of a series of 6: Spinning\nLearn about spinning and various types of drop spindles and wheels. Learn how to use a drop spindle. This program is for adults and meets in the farmhouse from 1-3pm. Limited materials provided.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/fiber-at-the-farm-series-spinning/
LOCATION:Slate Run Living Historical Farm\, 1375 OH-674\, Canal Winchester\, OH\, 43110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T150000
DTSTAMP:20260620T125030
CREATED:20251218T180223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T180223Z
UID:10003641-1768654800-1768662000@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Winter Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:BRRRRR! It’s cold outside! It’s hard to believe animals stay outside all winter long\, and secretly plants are growing in anticipation for spring! Grab a scavenger hunt from the nature center and hit the trails! Learn fun facts about winter adaptations of plants and animals while you try to complete your scavenger hunt.\nOnce you’re ready to call it a day\, swing back to the nature center to redeem your prize!\nThis program is geared for ages 3-12\, but all ages are welcome. Meet at the Barn Shelter\, rain or shine!
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/winter-scavenger-hunt-3/
LOCATION:Homestead\, 4675 Cosgray Road\, Hilliard\, OH\, 43026\, United States
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