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SUMMARY:Let’s Build an Eagle’s Nest Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we learn about the various nests our birds build! We will take a look at some nests and hit the trails to look for some nests in nature!\nIn celebration of America’s 250th birthday\, we are going to honor the national bird! At the end of the hike\, we will all work together to try to build a Bald Eagle nest using materials in our natural play area.\nThis program is geared for ages 6-16\, but all ages are welcome. Meet at the Shelter House\, rain or shine!
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/lets-build-an-eagles-nest-hike/
LOCATION:Glacier Ridge\, 9801 Hyland Croy\, Plain City\, OH\, 43064\, United States
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SUMMARY:Take a Walk in the Park
DESCRIPTION:What better way to spend Take A Walk in the Park Day then a hike? Join us for 2-mile hike in the Buckeye Area of Walnut Woods Metro Park. Trail is paved. Use address 6716 Lithopolis Road\, Groveport OH
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/take-a-walk-in-the-park/
LOCATION:Walnut Woods\, 6723 Lithopolis Rd\, Groveport\, OH\, 43125\, United States
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SUMMARY:Meet the animals
DESCRIPTION:Schools out! Drop by the nature center between 11am-12pm and meet some of Highbanks educational animals up close.\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/meet-the-animals-6/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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SUMMARY:Preschool: Bumble Bees
DESCRIPTION:Get to know bumble bees through a story\, hands-on activities and a hike.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/preschool-bumble-bees/2026-04-01/1/
LOCATION:Innis House\, 940 S Hempstead Road\, Westerville\, OH\, 43081\, United States
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SUMMARY:Preschool: Bumble Bees
DESCRIPTION:Get to know bumble bees through a story\, hands-on activities and a hike.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/preschool-bumble-bees/2026-04-01/2/
LOCATION:Innis House\, 940 S Hempstead Road\, Westerville\, OH\, 43081\, United States
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SUMMARY:Junior Naturalist Hike
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy spring break on this 1-mile hike while we search for early signs of spring.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/junior-naturalist-hike/
LOCATION:Blacklick Woods\, 6975 East Livingston Ave\, Reynoldsburg\, OH\, 43068\, United States
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SUMMARY:Great Southern Metro Park Grand Opening
DESCRIPTION:Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks (Metro Parks) will officially open its 21st park\, Great Southern Metro Park\, on Wednesday\, April 1\, 2026\, from 4 to 6 pm. The new 70-acre park\, located at 125 Williams Road in Columbus\, expands outdoor recreation opportunities in south Columbus and provides new access to the Scioto River corridor. \nA signature feature of the park is its 230-yard obstacle course\, designed to offer a fun and engaging fitness challenge. An adjacent fitness station provides additional workout opportunities\, while the park also includes an overlook deck\, playground\, prairie and spaces for picnicking. Paved and gravel trails accommodate walking and running\, biking is available on three paved trails\, and pets are welcome on all trails. \nThe park will be open year-round from 7:30 a.m. to dark. \nThe April 1 celebration will feature a ribbon cutting\, carnival games\, hot air balloon\, tram rides\, drinks provided by G & J Pepsi\, and more!
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/great-southern-metro-park-grand-opening/
LOCATION:Great Southern Metro Park\, 125 Williams Rd.\, Columbus\, OH\, 43207\, United States
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SUMMARY:Fast-Paced Full Moon Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Apple Ridge Bulletin Board for a fast-paced hike through the nighttime woods. Hike not suitable for slow walkers or strollers.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/fast-paced-full-moon-hike-11/
LOCATION:Sharon Woods\, 6911 Cleveland Ave.\, Columbus\, OH\, 43081\, United States
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SUMMARY:Full Moon Hike
DESCRIPTION:Take a brisk 4-mile hike through forests and fields. Meet at the Ranger Station.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/full-moon-hike-23/
LOCATION:Battelle Darby Creek\, 1775 Darby Creek Drive\, Galloway\, OH\, 43119\, United States
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SUMMARY:Pink Moon Hike
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the April full moon on this 2-mile hike.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/pink-moon-hike/
LOCATION:Blacklick Woods\, 6975 East Livingston Ave\, Reynoldsburg\, OH\, 43068\, United States
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