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SUMMARY:For Kids: Sensory Hike
DESCRIPTION:Practice sensory skills while learning more about the pieces of an ecosystem during a guided hike with activities to engage our senses with nature. Hike will be approximately .5-1 mile over crushed limestone trails. Expect hills and off-trail exploration. \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/for-kids-sensory-hike/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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SUMMARY:Family Tram Rides
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a narrated tour of Blendon Woods in the open-air tram.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/family-tram-rides-3/2024-08-24/2/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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SUMMARY:For Adults: Calm Down Hike
DESCRIPTION:Want to learn how to channel your inner nature aspect? Take a 3-mile hike and learn about all the cool and colorful things to touch and explore. Ages 18+. Little Darby Picnic Area\, 3711 Gardner Rd.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/for-adults-calm-down-hike/
LOCATION:Battelle Darby Creek\, 1775 Darby Creek Drive\, Galloway\, OH\, 43119\, United States
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SUMMARY:For Adults 50+: Picnic On The Ridge
DESCRIPTION:Hike up the Ridge trail to the old homesite and enjoy your packed lunch in the shade of trees. After fortifying ourselves with lunch we will hike the rest of the Homesite and Ridge trails. The trails are considered moderate to difficult on this 1.4-mile trek. Bring your lunch and a chair or blanket for picnicking. We will have a limited number of camp chairs. Chairs can be transported to the top of the ridge. \nMeet in the 2nd parking lot at the end of the park by the bulletin board and restrooms.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/for-adults-50-picnic-on-the-ridge/
LOCATION:Chestnut Ridge\, 8445 Winchester Rd NW\, Carroll\, OH\, 43112\, United States
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SUMMARY:Backpacking Series: Week 1- Four Essentials & Site Selection
DESCRIPTION:Are you wanting to learn more about backpacking? Join us for a 6-week long 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. Each weeks topic will have two dates to choose from in that week so participants can pick the day that works best for them to attend\, you don’t need to attend both dates in the week. Meet at Arrowhead Picnic area at Scioto Grove Metro Park \nThis week we will be discussing the 4 essentials of backpacking sleep systems as well as information about picking the proper site to spend your night in the wilderness. It is not as easy as simply pitching a tent\, but we will go through all of the steps to set you up for success! We have gear for demonstration\, but you are encouraged to bring your own. Meet at the Arrowhead Picnic Area at Scioto Grove Metro Park. \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 and Outdoor Ethics\nWeek 6: Shakedown Hike!
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/backpacking-series-week-1-four-essentials-site-selection/2024-08-25/
LOCATION:Scioto Grove\, 5172 Jackson Pike\, Grove City\, OH\, 43123\, United States
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SUMMARY:Music in the Gardens: High Street Stompers
DESCRIPTION:This New Orleans-style Dixieland jazz band plays music for all ages\, and is sure to keep your toes tapping and fingers snapping. Seating is limited\, feel free to bring a lawn chair.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/music-in-the-gardens-high-street-stompers-2/
LOCATION:Inniswood Metro Gardens\, 940 S. Hempstead Rd.\, Westerville\, OH\, 43081\, United States
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SUMMARY:Ultraviolet Night Hike
DESCRIPTION:Take a hike to see who glows after dark.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/ultraviolet-night-hike/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240826T170000
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SUMMARY:Mammals of Ohio
DESCRIPTION:Learn about Ohio mammals and their adaptations on this 1.25-mile hike.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/mammals-of-ohio/
LOCATION:Blacklick Woods\, 6975 East Livingston Ave\, Reynoldsburg\, OH\, 43068\, United States
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SUMMARY:Nature Tram
DESCRIPTION:Hop on the tram and enjoy a guided ride through the park.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/nature-tram-2/2024-08-27/
LOCATION:Blacklick Woods\, 6975 East Livingston Ave\, Reynoldsburg\, OH\, 43068\, United States
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SUMMARY:Monarch March
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist on a 1-mile walk while we search for monarch caterpillars and butterflies.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/monarch-march/
LOCATION:Blacklick Woods\, 6975 East Livingston Ave\, Reynoldsburg\, OH\, 43068\, United States
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SUMMARY:Bat Brigade
DESCRIPTION:We are the night. Well\, let’s at least explore the night with one of our most famous nocturnals\, bats\, on this 1-mile hike. Meet at the Indian Ridge Bulletin Board\, 2705 Darby Creek Dr.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/bat-brigade/
LOCATION:Battelle Darby Creek\, 1775 Darby Creek Drive\, Galloway\, OH\, 43119\, United States
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