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Paddling 101
Paddling 101
Want to learn about paddling? This in-class session will cover many aspects of paddling, from the basics of equipment recognition to water safety! Led by an ACA (American Canoe Association) ...Read More
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For Adults: Invasive Species Hike
For Adults: Invasive Species Hike
Learn about the non-native plants and animals plaguing OH, and what you can do to help.
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For Adults: Nature Preserve Stroll
For Adults: Nature Preserve Stroll
Take a walk with a naturalist through the Walter Tucker State Nature Preserve looking for plants and animals from our earliest spring wildflower to Barred Owls.
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Leapin’ Lantern Stroll
Leapin’ Lantern Stroll
Drop by between 6:30-7:30 pm to celebrate Leap Day with a self-guided lantern-lit stroll through the Nature Preserve. Borrow one of our lanterns or bring your own. Meet near the ...Read More
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Timberdoodle Trek
Timberdoodle Trek
Take a short hike to look for American Woodcocks doing their amazing mating display. Trails may be a mixture of crushed gravel and unimproved. Meet at the Nature Center. Ages ...Read More
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Skunk Cabbage Hike
Skunk Cabbage Hike
Join us for a guided 2-mile hike to see Ohio's earliest spring wildflower. Terrain at Clear Creek is steep and uneven. Meet at the Barnebey Hambleton Area, 620 Clear Creek ...Read More
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For Adults: Metro Parks Hiking Club
For Adults: Metro Parks Hiking Club
Join like minded individuals as we hike 2 miles along the Spring Creek Trail with limited stops. Meet at the Apple Ridge Bulletin Board.
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Beginning Birding Hike
Beginning Birding Hike
Join the naturalist to learn about birding. Visit the bird feeders to learn backyard birds, then go on a 1-mile hike. Bring binoculars if you have them available. Metro Parks ...Read More
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Scavenger Hunt
Scavenger Hunt
Find all of our missing spring scavenger hunt items hiding around the Arrowhead Picnic area and win a prize! Meet at Arrowhead picnic shelter to get your activity sheet and ...Read More
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Maple Time
Maple Time
Program on going from 11am - 2pm. Take a short hike through the sugarbush to learn about tapping trees and collecting sap, then go to the Farmhouse to watch sap ...Read More
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Toddler Hike
Toddler Hike
Enjoy a hike at Walnut Woods on this slow-paced, stroller friendly Toddler Hike! The trail will be paved, and we will hike as far as we can within the hour. ...Read More
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Fitness Series: Intro to Rucking
Fitness Series: Intro to Rucking
Join us for our fitness series and learn the basics of rucking! Rucking involves hiking with weights. Meet at the climbing wall at Scioto Audubon Metro Park.
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Woodcock Watch
Woodcock Watch
Observe one of the timeless rituals of Spring - the woodcock sky dance! Meet by the large shelter next to the Natural Play area - it's a short walk to ...Read More
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Preschool in the Gardens: Awesome Opossums
Preschool in the Gardens: Awesome Opossums
Come celebrate our opossum friends and learn why we love to see them in the gardens.
Preschool in the Gardens: Awesome Opossums
Preschool in the Gardens: Awesome Opossums
Come celebrate our opossum friends and learn why we love to see them in the gardens.
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Glow Archery
Glow Archery
What's better then archery? GLOW ARCHERY! Come out to the Blacklick Golf Course Pro Shop to enjoy some free and fun, indoor glow-in-the-dark archery! Ages 8+. All equipment provided.
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For Adults: Woodcock Walk
For Adults: Woodcock Walk
Take a 1-mile walk and search for timberdoodles performing their aerial courtship display.
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For Adults 50+: Timberdoodles and S’Mores
For Adults 50+: Timberdoodles and S’Mores
Search for the male American woodcock as he performs his aerial courtship dance and then make your own sweet treat over an open fire. Meet in the Buckeye Area picnic ...Read More
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Eagle Hike
Eagle Hike
Take a .75 mi hike on natural surface trail to see if we can spot the eagles at their nest. Prepare for mud!
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Edible Native Plants
Edible Native Plants
Join Wild Ones Columbus for an introduction into native edible plants, presented by David Williams. You'll learn proper harvesting techniques, some of these plants' historical significance, and identification of plants ...Read More
Walk To The Eagle Nest
Walk To The Eagle Nest
Learn about our national bird then go on a 1.5 mile roundtrip walk to observe them in the nest. Wear shoes and clothes suitable for mud. Bring binoculars if you ...Read More
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Bluebell Trail Clean-Up
Bluebell Trail Clean-Up
It's time to clean up the floodplain along and adjacent to the Bluebell Trail. Meet at the Confluence Area bulletin board (3860 Bixby Rd, Groveport). Bring work gloves, wear shoes ...Read More
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Growing Dahlias
Growing Dahlias
Learn how to start and maintain your dahlia tubers with members of the Greater Columbus Dahlia Society.
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For Adults: Archery
For Adults: Archery
For Adults: Archery. Come out to Scioto Grove Metro Park and learn to use a compound bow at the Archery Range. Free, all equipment and instruction provided.
Try It! Archery
Try It! Archery
Join us at the Scioto Grove Metro Park Archery Range for a fun, free day of archery! All equipment provided. Recommended for ages 8+, but all ages are welcome to ...Read More
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Homeschoolers: All About Eagles
Homeschoolers: All About Eagles
Learn about the history of America's national bird and take a 1/2 mile round-trip gravel path walk to observe nesting bald eagles through a spotting scope. Best for kids age ...Read More
Homeschoolers: All About Eagles
Homeschoolers: All About Eagles
Learn about the history of America's national bird and take a 1/2 mile round-trip gravel path walk to observe nesting bald eagles through a spotting scope. Best for kids age ...Read More
Intro To Trail Running
Intro To Trail Running
This program will be centered around Trail Running! From beginners to experienced runners, all are welcome!! Join us for a staff led program including trail running through Scioto Grove Metro ...Read More
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Ladies – Fly Fishing 101
Ladies – Fly Fishing 101
Learn how to fly fish with other adventure ladies at Quarry Trails Metro Park! All equipment and instruction is provided for this program Learn the basics of fly fishing, and ...Read More
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Orienteering for Kids
Orienteering for Kids
Come out and learn the basics of orienteering at Glacier Ridge Metro Park! This class is perfect for children who want to learn how to read a compass and map! ...Read More
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Birding 100 Acre Wood
Birding 100 Acre Wood
Follow the 1.5 mi natural surface trail out to the eagle nest viewing area. We will hike slowly to look for birds along the way. Prepare for mud! Meet at ...Read More
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Happy Tails-n-Trails
Happy Tails-n-Trails
Bring your canine companion for a 2-mile hike followed by a doggie treat. Meet at the Apple Ridge Bulletin Board.
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Drop In: Leprechaun (and more) Trail for Families
Drop In: Leprechaun (and more) Trail for Families
Hike on your own along a short trail (1/4-mile) around the nature center looking for hidden leprechauns, shamrocks and other St. Patrick's day items on a scavenger hunt. Scavenger hunts ...Read More
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Lookin’ for Leprechauns
Lookin’ for Leprechauns
Who's ready for a great game of leprechaun hide-and-seek? Find one of the 100 leprechauns we've hidden throughout the park's picnic areas, and return it to the Naturalist Office between ...Read More
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St. Patrick’s Day Scavenger Hunt
St. Patrick’s Day Scavenger Hunt
Come celebrate St. Patrick's Day by doing a festive scavenger hunt! We will have fun prizes, a craft, and loads of excitement! Meet at the barn shelter to get started.
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Hidden in Plain Sight
Hidden in Plain Sight
Learn about camouflage through a story and games, then become an expert at Leprechaun hide-and-seek through a lucky craft! Ages 5+.
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Intro to Slackline
Intro to Slackline
Join us for Intro to Slackline! Slackline, very similar to a tightrope, is a section of webbing pulled taut and supported by two anchors. Feel free to stop by and ...Read More
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Deep Dive into Vernal Pools
Deep Dive into Vernal Pools
Come learn about these precious pools and the secrets they hide inside while meeting some of the animals that live there! Meet at the Honda Wetland Education Area (1 mile ...Read More
Fitness Series: Intro to Rucking
Fitness Series: Intro to Rucking
Join us for our fitness series and learn the basics of rucking! Rucking involves hiking with weights. Meet at the climbing wall at Scioto Audubon Metro Park.
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Adult Wetland Hike
Adult Wetland Hike
Walk out to the wetland bird blinds with a naturalist! Trail will be a mixture of crushed limestone and dirt surfaces. We will walk about 3 miles. Ages 18+ Meeting ...Read More
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Try It! Archery
Try It! Archery
Join us at the Scioto Grove Metro Park Archery Range for a fun, free day of archery! All equipment provided. Recommended for ages 8+, but all ages are welcome to ...Read More
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Woodpecker Walk
Woodpecker Walk
Stroll through the forest with a naturalist as we learn about woodpeckers in Ohio and where to find them. We will meet by the picnic shelters and the flagpole.
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Doggie Egg Hunt
Doggie Egg Hunt
Come out for a Doggie Egg Hunt! Free and Fun, a doggone good time for pups and humans alike! Meet at the Glacier Ridge Dog Park
4 events,
Walk To The Eagle Nest
Walk To The Eagle Nest
Learn about our national bird then go on a 1.5 mile roundtrip walk to observe them in the nest. Wear shoes and clothes suitable for mud. Bring binoculars if you ...Read More
Walk To The Eagle Nest
Walk To The Eagle Nest
Learn about our national bird then go on a 1.5 mile roundtrip walk to observe them in the nest. Wear shoes and clothes suitable for mud. Bring binoculars if you ...Read More
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Signs of Spring at 100 Acre Wood
Signs of Spring at 100 Acre Wood
Hike 1.5 mi on seep unimproved trail to search for signs of spring and possibly spy in the bald eagles at their nest. Meet at 5220 Cambria Way. Prepare for ...Read More
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Intro To Trail Running
Intro To Trail Running
This program will be centered around Trail Running! From beginners to experienced runners, all are welcome!! Join us for a staff led program including trail running through Scioto Grove Metro ...Read More
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Leprechaun vs. Easter Bunny Escape Trail
Leprechaun vs. Easter Bunny Escape Trail
Think escape room - only outside! Set off on our 1.5-mile Escape Trail. Make stops at different stations along the way and solve problems to unlock clues that will enable ...Read More
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Life in our Watershed: Vernal Pools
Life in our Watershed: Vernal Pools
Let's take a 1.5-mile hike out to a vernal pool to search for what's living inside. Trail will be muddy and may have standing water. Wet Prairie Access- 1378 Darby ...Read More
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Forts, Fire & Fun
Forts, Fire & Fun
Build a fort, try your hand at fire starting, and have fun exploring our natural play area.
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Full Moon Hike
Full Moon Hike
Take a brisk 4-mile hike through forests and fields. Meet us at the Ranger Station, 1775 Darby Creek Drive
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Green Giants Hike
Green Giants Hike
Take in all things green and visit an old growth tree on a 4-mile off-trail hike. Terrain at Clear Creek is steep and uneven in areas, wear sturdy hiking shoes ...Read More
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Learn the Ropes
Learn the Ropes
Join Metro Parks Outdoor Adventure and Scioto Audubon Metro Park for a Learn the Ropes program at the climbing wall. Open to all ages, instruction and equipment are provided. Tennis ...Read More
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Tails & Trails
Tails & Trails
Bring your 4-legged friends along for a 1.5-mile hike on our Wagtail trail. 2914 Georgesville-Wrightsville Rd.
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Day-off School: Wetlands
Day-off School: Wetlands
Learn about how wetlands help keep us healthy while exploring some of the plants and animals that live there.
Day-off School: Wetlands
Day-off School: Wetlands
Learn about how wetlands help keep us healthy while exploring some of the plants and animals that live there.
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For Adults 50+: GPS Egg Hunt
For Adults 50+: GPS Egg Hunt
Learn to use a GPS unit to search for easter eggs hidden throughout the park in this non-traditional egg hunt. Meet at the Maple Grove Bulletin Board. Please note that ...Read More
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GPS Egg Hunt
GPS Egg Hunt
Learn to use a GPS unit to search for easter eggs hidden throughout the park in this non-traditional egg hunt. Meet at the Maple Grove Bulletin Board. Please note that ...Read More
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Bunny Hunt Trail
Bunny Hunt Trail
Can you spot all of the bunnies hiding in the woods? Find them all and collect a prize!
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For Adults: Hike and Paint
For Adults: Hike and Paint
Take in the lovely scenery of Darby Bend Lakes and then take a break and paint! All supplies provided. Meet at Darby Bend Lakes, Lake 1 Shelter House! 2755 Amity ...Read More
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Adventure Book Club!
Adventure Book Club!
Join us for our Monthly Adventure Book Club! No registration necessary, all are welcome. This months book is "Touching the Void: The True Story of One Mans Miraculous Survival" By ...Read More