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SUMMARY:Summer Children's Programs: Runners
DESCRIPTION:Discover some of Ohio’s best runners and what gets them on the move. Participate in activities to learn more about these speedy animals. Geared for ages 8 and younger.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/summer-childrens-programs-runners/2024-06-12/2/
LOCATION:OH
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T110000
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SUMMARY:Wetland Safari
DESCRIPTION:Calling all explorers! Join us for a discovery walk on the wetlands boardwalk! We will be looking for animals above the water and below!\nThis program is geared for ages 6-9. Meet at the Wetland Education Building (2 miles south of the main entrance)\, rain or shine!
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/wetland-safari/
LOCATION:Glacier Ridge\, 9801 Hyland Croy\, Plain City\, OH\, 43064\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T210000
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SUMMARY:Sunset SUP and S'mores
DESCRIPTION:Come out and enjoy the sunset on a Stand Up Paddle Board and enjoy a little sweet treat! SUPs are for ages 10+\, both inflatable and hard paddle bards will be available to use\, first come first served!\nFree instruction\, equipment and life jackets provided\nMeet at Lake 1 at Darby Bend Lakes (Prairie Oaks Metro Park)\n2755 Amity Rd\, Hilliard\, OH 4
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/sunset-sup-and-smores/2024-06-13/
LOCATION:Prairie Oaks\, 3225 Plain City-Georgesville Road\, West Jefferson\, OH\, 43162\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T172853Z
UID:10001348-1718445600-1718463600@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Puzzles\, Pleasures\, and Pastimes
DESCRIPTION:Ongoing between 10 am- 3pm\nTry games\, riddles\, and activities that Victorian families did for fun and relaxation.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/puzzles-pleasures-and-pastimes/
LOCATION:Slate Run Living Historical Farm\, 1375 OH-674\, Canal Winchester\, OH\, 43110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T150000
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SUMMARY:Try it! Kayaking
DESCRIPTION:Come out anytime during the listed time and enjoy kayaking the lake at Quarry Trails Metro Park\, kayaking will be first come first served. Solo\, sit in kayaks available for ages 10+\, max weight: 275Ibs. A couple of tandem kayaks will be available for participants of all ages\, with an adult\, on a first come first serve basis. Equipment and instruction is provided. Free and fun!\nQuarry Trails Metro Park has several park entrances-\n* The closest parking lot to the paddling launch area is off of Trabue Road. The address is 2319 Quarry Trails Dr\, Columbus\, OH. This is a newly opened entrance. Please follow signage and be on the lookout for construction traffic.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/try-it-kayaking-5/2024-06-15/
LOCATION:Quarry Trails\, 2600 Dublin Road\, Columbus\, OH\, 43228\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T150000
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SUMMARY:For Kids: Butterflies
DESCRIPTION:Learn all about butterflies and use a net to catch them. Ages 5 and up.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/for-kids-butterflies/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T220000
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SUMMARY:Twilight Hike
DESCRIPTION:What creatures emerge in the evening\, and why? We’ll go on a hike to learn about and look for crepuscular critters. Hike will be about 2 miles on unimproved trail. Trail may be muddy and rugged in spots. Expect hills. Program will end at 9:45pm\, park closes at 10pm. \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/twilight-hike/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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SUMMARY:Family Creeking
DESCRIPTION:Explore the Olentangy River to look for some of the animals that live there. Be prepared to get wet! Shoes required in the river for your safety. Please no flip flops or crocs. Limited supply of buckets and nets. All animals will be released back into the river at the end of the program. Don’t forget a towel and complete a change of clothes to dry off after the program.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/family-creeking-4/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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SUMMARY:Fathers’ Day Event
DESCRIPTION:How did the celebrity dad stay cool on Father’s Day? Because he had so many fans! Be your dad’s biggest fan this Fathers’ Day and celebrate with us as we go fishing and make some fun crafts.\nThis program is for all ages. Meet at the barn shelter\, rain or shine!
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/fathers-day-event/
LOCATION:Homestead\, 4675 Cosgray Road\, Hilliard\, OH\, 43026\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240616T160000
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UID:10001382-1718546400-1718553600@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Father's Day Fishing
DESCRIPTION:Meet in the Kingfisher Shelter use the address 2319 Quarry Trails Drive Columbus OH 43228.\nCome and go fishing. Bait and a limited number of poles are provided. You may bring your own!
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/fathers-day-fishing/
LOCATION:Quarry Trails\, 2600 Dublin Road\, Columbus\, OH\, 43228\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240616T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240616T160000
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UID:10001362-1718546400-1718553600@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Meet the Artist: Patty Sykes
DESCRIPTION:Meet artist of the month\, Patty Sykes\, and view her artwork on display in the Innis House.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/meet-the-artist-patty-sykes/
LOCATION:Innis House\, 940 S Hempstead Road\, Westerville\, OH\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240616T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240616T160000
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UID:10001349-1718546400-1718553600@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:I-Spy
DESCRIPTION:Test your observation skills with this fun\, fully accessible game along the paved lake trail.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/i-spy/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240616T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240616T220000
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CREATED:20240530T143243Z
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UID:10001406-1718571600-1718575200@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Talking With Fireflies
DESCRIPTION:Take a 1-mile hike and learn how fireflies communicate with one another. Meet at the Indian Ridge Bulletin Board\, 2705 Darby Creek Dr.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/talking-with-fireflies/
LOCATION:Battelle Darby Creek\, 1775 Darby Creek Drive\, Galloway\, OH\, 43119\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240617T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240617T120000
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UID:10001405-1718622000-1718625600@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Meet the Animals
DESCRIPTION:Meet some of the reptiles and amphibians that live in the park. 45 minute\, outdoor presentation with live animals. Meet in the hammock nook\, on the left-hand side before you reach the Nature Center. Bring a chair or blanket to sit on.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/meet-the-animals-3/
LOCATION:Battelle Darby Creek\, 1775 Darby Creek Drive\, Galloway\, OH\, 43119\, United States
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