Metro Parks - Central Ohio Park System

S’mores and Furs
2024-11-23 17:30 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Glacier Ridge, 9801 Hyland Croy, Plain City, OH, 43064, United States
Join us around a campfire for s’mores, animal furs, and bones! We will light the fire starting at 5:30 pm.
S’mores supplies will be first come first served.
This program is geared for all ages. Meet at the shelter house, rain of shine!

Thanksgiving Traditions
2024-11-24 10:00 - 16:00 | Slate Run Living Historical Farm, 1375 OH-674, Canal Winchester, OH, 43110, United States
Ongoing at the farmhouse from 10am-4pm.
Learn some history about Thanksgiving foods and traditions.

Tea Time
2024-11-24 14:00 - 15:00 | Blacklick Woods, 6975 East Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH, 43068, United States
Learn about different wild plants that you can make teas with and their benefits; then try some samples.

50+ Tree Hike
2024-11-24 15:00 - 16:00 | Blendon Woods, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road, Columbus, 43081, United States
Take a 1-mile hike to learn about trees and find out which ones keep their leaves through the winter.

Toddler Turkey Trot
2024-11-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Scioto Grove, 5172 Jackson Pike, Grove City, OH, 43123, United States
Join us for a slow paced walk suitable for your littles! Meet at the arrowhead picnic shelter at Scioto Grove Metro Park, following the walk kiddos will be able to take home a fun turkey craft! We will walk on stroller accessible trails!

Fossils!
2024-11-25 13:00 - 14:00 | Battelle Darby Creek, 1775 Darby Creek Drive, Galloway, OH, 43119, United States
Join a naturalist & travel back in time to learn about fossils! Then uncover fossils of your own & make a dinosaur fossil to take home and remember your trip back in time. Good for ages 5+

Tots on Trails
2024-11-27 10:00 - 11:00 | Blacklick Woods, 6975 East Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH, 43068, United States
Share a slow-paced, half-mile hike with your toddler and discover nature together.

Metro Parks Hiking Club: Opt-Outside Hike
2024-11-29 09:00 - 10:00 | Blendon Woods, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road, Columbus, 43081, United States
Hike 2 or 4 mi. on grave and natural surface trails. Moderate pace. Stairs and hills.

Gobble Hobble
2024-11-29 10:00 - 12:00 | Glacier Ridge, 9801 Hyland Croy, Plain City, OH, 43064, United States
Walk off the Thanksgiving feast with us! We will do a 2 mile walk around the park on the Marsh Hawk Trail. This trail is completely paved!
This program is geared for all ages. Meet at the shelter house, rain of shine!

Buckeye Bracelets
2024-11-29 10:00 - 12:00 | Inniswood Metro Gardens, 940 S. Hempstead Rd., Westerville, OH, 43081, United States
Drop by to learn some cool facts about buckeye trees, then make a buckeye bracelet in preparation for the OSU vs. Michigan game!

Opt Outside Hike
2024-11-29 10:00 - 13:00 | Clear Creek, 185 Clear Creek Road, Lancaster, OH, 43130, United States
Opt Outside on Black Friday on a 4-mile guided backcountry hike. Terrain at Clear Creek is rugged, steep and uneven in places. Wear sturdy hiking shoes. Meet at the Park Office: 185 Clear Creek Rd, Lancaster.

Indoor Amusements
2024-11-29 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-11-30 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-12-01 10:00 - 16:00 | Slate Run Living Historical Farm, 1375 OH-674, Canal Winchester, OH, 43110, United States
Ongoing at the farmhouse between 10am-4pm.
Try some indoor games and toys and challenge your mind with some 19th century puzzles.

Opt Outside Bird Walk
2024-11-29 13:00 - 14:30 | Battelle Darby Creek, 1775 Darby Creek Drive, Galloway, OH, 43119, United States
Opt outside and take a 1.5 mile hike to look for birds. All experience levels welcome. Some binoculars available to borrow. Trail is unimproved and may be muddy. Meet at the Wet Prairie Access Parking Lot across from the Nature Center.

Black (ratsnake) Friday
2024-11-29 13:00 - 16:00 | Sharon Woods, 6911 Cleveland Ave., Columbus, OH, 43081, United States
Take a break from shopping stop by and meet Chico, our black rat snake.

For Adults 50+: Off The Beaten Path - Hike To The Apple Barn
2024-11-29 14:00 - 16:00 | Chestnut Ridge, 8445 Winchester Rd NW, Carroll, OH, 43112, United States
Hike 3-miles on and off trail to visit the old apple barn and learn a little history of the area on the way.
Meet at the first parking lot on the right.

Cardio Hike
2024-11-30 10:00 - 11:00 | Walnut Woods, 6723 Lithopolis Rd, Groveport, OH, 43125, United States
Join us for a fast paced hike through Walnut Woods Metro Park! We will hike approx. 2 miles on paved trails. Meet at the Tall Pines Area, 6833 Richardson Rd, Groveport.

Yoga
2024-11-30 10:00 - 11:00 | Inniswood Metro Gardens, 940 S. Hempstead Rd., Westerville, OH, 43081, United States
Join Joy Lawrence, registered yoga teacher, for a gentle hatha yoga class inside the Innis House. Please wear comfortable clothes and bring a yoga mat.

Gobble Hobble
2024-11-30 11:00 - 13:00 | Battelle Darby Creek, 1775 Darby Creek Drive, Galloway, OH, 43119, United States
Let’s trot off some of the Thanksgiving Day calories on this 4-mile hike. Meet at the Ranger Station, 1775 Darby Creek Drive

Turkey Trek
2024-11-30 14:00 - 15:00 | Blendon Woods, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road, Columbus, 43081, United States
Hike 2 miles through the park to see if we can find any turkeys left after Thanksgiving.

Turtle Time
2024-11-30 14:00 - 15:00 | Blacklick Woods, 6975 East Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH, 43068, United States
Meet our animal ambassadors and learn about the turtles of Ohio.

Walk In The Woods
2024-12-01 14:00 - 15:30 | Three Creeks, 3860 Bixby Road, Groveport, OH, 43125, United States
Get some fresh air and exercise on a 3-mile walk through the woods. No pets, please. Meets at Three Creeks Confluence Area bulletin board, 3860 Bixby Rd, Groveport

Winter Hike Kick-Off
2024-12-01 17:00 - 19:00 | Highbanks, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N), Lewis Center, OH, 43035, United States
Join us for the winter hike kick-off at Highbanks Metro Park! Grab some hot chocolate and roam around Highbanks to look at the lights, and grab your winter hike card for the season.

Toddler Hike
2024-12-02 10:00 - 11:00 | Scioto Grove, 5172 Jackson Pike, Grove City, OH, 43123, United States
Bring your toddler to Scioto Grove Metro Park for a slow-paced hike through the park! Meet at Arrowhead Picnic Area. Trail is paved and stroller friendly.
Metro Parks Outdoor Adventure is hosting a Toys for Tots toy drive!
Donate a new toy at any Outdoor Adventure program between December 1st and December 17th and you’ll be entered into a raffle. The winner will be awarded a private Outdoor Adventure program of their choice for themselves and up to 9 guests! Program options include: Archery, Rock Climbing, Kayaking or Stand-up paddle boarding (seasonal). Date will be selected upon visitor and staff availability.
Donation Guidelines
Consider gifting to under served age groups such as infants and teens.
School supplies are accepted as well!
NO food or edible donations. NO realistic looking toy weapons. Such items will not be distributed.

Try It! Archery
2024-12-03 17:30 - 19:00 | Blacklick Woods Golf Course, 7309 E Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH, 43068, United States
Enjoy the thrill and fun of archery this winter while being toasty warm inside at the Blacklick Woods Golf Course!! Archery will be indoors at the Golf Course Pro Shop! All equipment provided, fun and free! Ages 8+.
Metro Parks Outdoor Adventure is hosting a Toys for Tots toy drive!
Donate a new toy at any Outdoor Adventure program between December 1st and December 17th and you’ll be entered into a raffle. The winner will be awarded a private Outdoor Adventure program of their choice for themselves and up to 9 guests! Program options include: Archery, Rock Climbing, Kayaking or Stand-up paddle boarding (seasonal). Date will be selected upon visitor and staff availability.
Donation Guidelines
Consider gifting to under served age groups such as infants and teens.
School supplies are accepted as well!
NO food or edible donations. NO realistic looking toy weapons. Such items will not be distributed.

Preschool: Cozy Drinks
2024-12-04 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-12-04 13:00 - 14:00 | Innis House, 940 S Hempstead Road, Westerville, OH, 43081, United States
Cozy up in the Innis House as we sip some cocoa and discover some of the plants used to make our favorite warm beverages.

Leave No Trace! Talk and Walk
2024-12-04 18:00 - 19:00 | Scioto Grove, 5172 Jackson Pike, Grove City, OH, 43123, United States
In celebration of World Wildlife Conservation Day, learn how to be the best park advocate while out playing in the parks! Whether you like to hike, bike, or kayak, the Leave No Trace principles help guide us in the best practices to keep the greenspaces we love beautiful. Join us at Scioto Grove Metro Park, Arrowhead Picnic Area to learn more about Leave No Trace, and go for a short hike afterwards!
Metro Parks Outdoor Adventure is hosting a Toys for Tots toy drive!
Donate a new toy at any Outdoor Adventure program between December 1st and December 17th and you’ll be entered into a raffle. The winner will be awarded a private Outdoor Adventure program of their choice for themselves and up to 9 guests! Program options include: Archery, Rock Climbing, Kayaking or Stand-up paddle boarding (seasonal). Date will be selected upon visitor and staff availability.
Donation Guidelines
Consider gifting to under served age groups such as infants and teens.
School supplies are accepted as well!
NO food or edible donations. NO realistic looking toy weapons. Such items will not be distributed.

Star Gazing
2024-12-04 18:00 - 20:00 | Battelle Darby Creek, 1775 Darby Creek Drive, Galloway, OH, 43119, United States
Let’s check out the night sky and make a star chart to take home. We do not promise a cloudless night, but there will be activities regardless. Meet at the Nature Center Overflow Lot.
