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UID:10002400-1743156000-1743157800@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Friday Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Have fun with early literacy in the park! These 30-40min programs are aimed at kids 2-5yrs. Children and their grownups will enjoy books\, rhymes\, songs and fun while arousing curiosity about the natural world.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/friday-storytime/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T140000
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UID:10002397-1742652000-1742655600@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Signs of Spring at 100 Acre Wood
DESCRIPTION:Hike 1.5 miles on a steep\, unimproved trail to search for wildflowers and other signs of spring. Meet at 5220 Cambria Way. Park along the street.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/signs-of-spring-at-100-acre-wood-2/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T110000
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CREATED:20250217T141606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250217T141606Z
UID:10002393-1742378400-1742382000@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Metro Parks Hiking Club: Fitness Hikes
DESCRIPTION:Hike 2 or 4 mi. on grave and natural surface trails. Moderate pace. Stairs and hills.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/metro-parks-hiking-club-fitness-hikes-2/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T150000
DTSTAMP:20260413T005849
CREATED:20250217T141050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250217T141050Z
UID:10002390-1742047200-1742050800@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Minecraft
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Minecraft scavenger hunt through the woods. Look for natural objects that are also found in the game. Activities will be available in the nature center after the hike. Ages 6+.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/minecraft-2/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T110000
DTSTAMP:20260413T005849
CREATED:20250217T140829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250217T140829Z
UID:10002387-1741773600-1741777200@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Preschool: Possum & Peeper
DESCRIPTION:Have fun with Opossum as he searches for the loudest frog in the forest! Story\, craft and activities.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/preschool-possum-peeper/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250308T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250308T193000
DTSTAMP:20260413T005849
CREATED:20250217T135738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250217T140237Z
UID:10002382-1741458600-1741462200@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Woodcock Watch
DESCRIPTION: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 their “stage”. Same program Thursday and Saturday.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/woodcock-watch-3/2025-03-08/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250307T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250307T110000
DTSTAMP:20260413T005849
CREATED:20250217T140112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250217T140112Z
UID:10002380-1741341600-1741345200@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Metro Parks Hiking Club: Fitness Hikes
DESCRIPTION:Hike 2 or 4 mi. on grave and natural surface trails. Moderate pace. Stairs and hills.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/metro-parks-hiking-club-fitness-hikes/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T193000
DTSTAMP:20260413T005849
CREATED:20250217T135738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250217T140237Z
UID:10002377-1741285800-1741289400@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Woodcock Watch
DESCRIPTION: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 their “stage”. Same program Thursday and Saturday.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/woodcock-watch-3/2025-03-06/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T150000
DTSTAMP:20260413T005849
CREATED:20250217T134729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250217T134729Z
UID:10002371-1740837600-1740841200@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Take a Lichen to Moss!
DESCRIPTION:Learn about mosses and lichens\, then make your own mini-habitat to take home. Ages 6+
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/take-a-lichen-to-moss/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250228T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250228T103000
DTSTAMP:20260413T005849
CREATED:20250121T181836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T181836Z
UID:10002298-1740736800-1740738600@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Introduce your little one to nature through stories\, songs and large motor activities. Program held inside the Nature Center. Ages 2-5.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/storytime-10/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T160000
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CREATED:20250121T181638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T181638Z
UID:10002296-1740322800-1740326400@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Strange Serpents
DESCRIPTION:Learn all about snakes\, bust some myths\, and meet some slithery friends.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/strange-serpents-2/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T110000
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CREATED:20250121T174001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T174001Z
UID:10002260-1740301200-1740308400@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Coffee & Birds
DESCRIPTION:Drop by to enjoy a warm cup and beautiful birds at our viewing windows.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/coffee-birds-3/2025-02-23/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.metroparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/gray-catbird_Feb_WAL_M-McConnell-scaled.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T120000
DTSTAMP:20260413T005849
CREATED:20250121T181431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T181431Z
UID:10002293-1740222000-1740225600@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:For Families: Skunk Cabbage Hike
DESCRIPTION:Search for the first signs of spring as we hike 2 miles off trail to look for this early blooming plant. Prepare for mud!
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/for-families-skunk-cabbage-hike/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T143000
DTSTAMP:20260413T005849
CREATED:20250121T181147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T181147Z
UID:10002290-1739970000-1739975400@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Metro Parks Hiking Club: Wednesday Fitness Club
DESCRIPTION:Hike 2 or 4 mi. on grave and natural surface trails. Moderate pace. Stairs and hills.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/metro-parks-hiking-club-wednesday-fitness-club-3/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250217T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250217T140000
DTSTAMP:20260413T005849
CREATED:20250121T180843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T180843Z
UID:10002286-1739786400-1739800800@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Great Backyard Bird Count Weekend
DESCRIPTION:The great Backyard Bird Count is a worldwide birdwatching event\, ongoing since 1998. Stop by the Nature Center to help us count birds\, and learn how you can participate at home to help contribute to this important citizen science project. Hike to the lake to Count ducks daily at 11am. Enjoy a cup of hot coffee or cocoa too.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/great-backyard-bird-count-weekend/2025-02-17/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250216T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250216T140000
DTSTAMP:20260413T005849
CREATED:20250121T180843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T180843Z
UID:10002285-1739700000-1739714400@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Great Backyard Bird Count Weekend
DESCRIPTION:The great Backyard Bird Count is a worldwide birdwatching event\, ongoing since 1998. Stop by the Nature Center to help us count birds\, and learn how you can participate at home to help contribute to this important citizen science project. Hike to the lake to Count ducks daily at 11am. Enjoy a cup of hot coffee or cocoa too.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/great-backyard-bird-count-weekend/2025-02-16/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250216T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250216T110000
DTSTAMP:20260413T005849
CREATED:20250121T174001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T174001Z
UID:10002259-1739696400-1739703600@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Coffee & Birds
DESCRIPTION:Drop by to enjoy a warm cup and beautiful birds at our viewing windows.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/coffee-birds-3/2025-02-16/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T140000
DTSTAMP:20260413T005849
CREATED:20250121T180843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T180843Z
UID:10002284-1739613600-1739628000@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Great Backyard Bird Count Weekend
DESCRIPTION:The great Backyard Bird Count is a worldwide birdwatching event\, ongoing since 1998. Stop by the Nature Center to help us count birds\, and learn how you can participate at home to help contribute to this important citizen science project. Hike to the lake to Count ducks daily at 11am. Enjoy a cup of hot coffee or cocoa too.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/great-backyard-bird-count-weekend/2025-02-15/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250209T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250209T150000
DTSTAMP:20260413T005849
CREATED:20250121T180325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T180325Z
UID:10002279-1739109600-1739113200@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:For Adults Only: Felt Bird Craft
DESCRIPTION:Chase away the winter blahs with a cheery felt bird craft! We provide all of the supplies. No sewing experience necessary; we will use hot glue\, needle & embroidery floss and scissors for assembly.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/for-adults-only-felt-bird-craft/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250209T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250209T110000
DTSTAMP:20260413T005849
CREATED:20250121T174001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T174001Z
UID:10002258-1739091600-1739098800@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Coffee & Birds
DESCRIPTION:Drop by to enjoy a warm cup and beautiful birds at our viewing windows.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/coffee-birds-3/2025-02-09/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.metroparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/gray-catbird_Feb_WAL_M-McConnell-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250207T113000
DTSTAMP:20260413T005849
CREATED:20250121T180002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T180002Z
UID:10002277-1738922400-1738927800@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Metro Parks Hiking Club: Friday Fitness Hike
DESCRIPTION:Hike 2 or 4 mi. on gravel and natural surface trails. Moderate pace. Stairs and hills.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/metro-parks-hiking-club-friday-fitness-hike-2/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250203T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250203T110000
DTSTAMP:20260413T005849
CREATED:20250121T180353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T180353Z
UID:10002280-1738576800-1738580400@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:For Kids: Groundhog Day
DESCRIPTION:It’s Groundhog Day all over again! We will learn about Ohio’s largest prognosticating squirrel through literature\, craft and activities.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/for-kids-groundhog-day-2/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250202T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250202T150000
DTSTAMP:20260413T005849
CREATED:20250121T175251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T175251Z
UID:10002271-1738504800-1738508400@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:For Adults: Milkweed Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn what plants will attract butterflies to your yard and how to start milkweed from seed in an easy DIY greenhouse. Bring an empty milk jug to make your mini greenhouse.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/for-adults-milkweed-workshop/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250202T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250202T110000
DTSTAMP:20260413T005849
CREATED:20250121T174001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T174001Z
UID:10002257-1738486800-1738494000@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Coffee & Birds
DESCRIPTION:Drop by to enjoy a warm cup and beautiful birds at our viewing windows.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/coffee-birds-3/2025-02-02/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.metroparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/gray-catbird_Feb_WAL_M-McConnell-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T130000
DTSTAMP:20260413T005849
CREATED:20241028T135512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T135512Z
UID:10001978-1738404000-1738414800@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Blendon Woods Winter Hike
DESCRIPTION:Gather your friends and family for a hike on any trail at Blendon Woods Metro Park. Refreshments and a treat will be served between 10am and 1pm. \nLearn more about winter hikes by clicking here.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/blendon-woods-winter-hike-2/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250131T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250131T103000
DTSTAMP:20260413T005849
CREATED:20241219T144616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T144616Z
UID:10002177-1738317600-1738319400@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Introduce your little one to nature through stories\, songs and large motor activities. Program held inside the Nature Center. Ages 2-5.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/storytime-9/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250126T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250126T110000
DTSTAMP:20260413T005849
CREATED:20241219T143234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T143418Z
UID:10002168-1737882000-1737889200@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Coffee & Birds
DESCRIPTION:Drop by to enjoy a warm cup and beautiful birds at our viewing windows.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/coffee-birds-2/2025-01-26/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250125T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250125T103000
DTSTAMP:20260413T005849
CREATED:20241219T144548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T144548Z
UID:10002176-1737795600-1737801000@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Duck Walk
DESCRIPTION:Take a slow wander out to Thoreau Lake to look for winter birds and see what waterfowl are using the pond this week.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/duck-walk-2/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.metroparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/gallery-spring-SHW-wood-duck-at-Schrock-Lake_CherylBlair.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250120T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250120T130000
DTSTAMP:20260413T005849
CREATED:20241219T144228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T144405Z
UID:10002174-1737367200-1737378000@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Preschool: Winter Fun
DESCRIPTION:Drop by for a craft and an icy activity at the Nature Center.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/preschool-winter-fun/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250119T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250119T110000
DTSTAMP:20260413T005849
CREATED:20241219T143234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T143418Z
UID:10002167-1737277200-1737284400@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Coffee & Birds
DESCRIPTION:Drop by to enjoy a warm cup and beautiful birds at our viewing windows.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/coffee-birds-2/2025-01-19/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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