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UID:10003240-1758366000-1758369600@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Pawpaw Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided hike to learn about Ohio’s tropical fruit and all of its amazing features! Hike will be on crushed limestone surface with some hills.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/pawpaw-hike-2/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T100000
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UID:10003234-1758103200-1758108600@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Metro Parks Hiking Club: Adult Fitness Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join other like minded adults for a fast paced fitness hike along gravel and natural surface trails. 2 or 4 mi. Stairs and hills.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/metro-parks-hiking-club-adult-fitness-hike-6/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250914T140000
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SUMMARY:Campfire and S'mores
DESCRIPTION:Drop by to make a classic campfire treat. S’mores and roasting sticks will be provided.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/campfire-and-smores-3/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T121951Z
UID:10003176-1757764800-1757766600@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Bye-Bye Butterflies
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the epic migration undertaken by monarch butterflies\, the perils the face along the way\, what you can do you help them on their journey\, and watch as we tag and release any that are ready to migrate.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/bye-bye-butterflies/2025-09-13/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T110000
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CREATED:20250825T131944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T131944Z
UID:10003230-1757671200-1757674800@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Preschool: Gotta Go!
DESCRIPTION:Learn about monarch butterfly migration with a story\, craft and activities.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/preschool-gotta-go/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T213811
CREATED:20250825T124333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T124333Z
UID:10003200-1757253600-1757260800@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Meet Morty
DESCRIPTION:Our newest Ambassador\, Morty the European Starling\, will be on display in the Nature Center.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/meet-morty-2/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T123000
DTSTAMP:20260412T213811
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T121951Z
UID:10003175-1757160000-1757161800@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Bye-Bye Butterflies
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the epic migration undertaken by monarch butterflies\, the perils the face along the way\, what you can do you help them on their journey\, and watch as we tag and release any that are ready to migrate.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/bye-bye-butterflies/2025-09-06/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T140000
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CREATED:20250825T123726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T123726Z
UID:10003194-1757156400-1757167200@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:I-Spy Trail
DESCRIPTION:Test your observation skills along the paved lake trail! See if you can spot all of the critters hidden in the woods.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/i-spy-trail-2/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T110000
DTSTAMP:20260412T213811
CREATED:20250825T123218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T123218Z
UID:10003189-1757066400-1757070000@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Metro Parks Hiking Club: Adult Fitness Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join other like minded adults for a fast paced fitness hike along gravel and natural surface trails. 2 or 4 mi. Stairs and hills.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/metro-parks-hiking-club-adult-fitness-hike-5/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250901T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250901T140000
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CREATED:20250721T145550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T145551Z
UID:10003043-1756720800-1756735200@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Butterfly Weekend
DESCRIPTION:It’s our annual butterfly extravaganza! Drop by the nature center 10am-2pm Labor Day Weekend. We will have a daily puppet show\, crafts\, games\, butterfly hunt and even a daily butterfly release! See our Facebook page for more information.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/butterfly-weekend-2/2025-09-01/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250831T100000
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UID:10003042-1756634400-1756648800@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Butterfly Weekend
DESCRIPTION:It’s our annual butterfly extravaganza! Drop by the nature center 10am-2pm Labor Day Weekend. We will have a daily puppet show\, crafts\, games\, butterfly hunt and even a daily butterfly release! See our Facebook page for more information.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/butterfly-weekend-2/2025-08-31/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250830T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250830T140000
DTSTAMP:20260412T213811
CREATED:20250721T145550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T145551Z
UID:10003041-1756548000-1756562400@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Butterfly Weekend
DESCRIPTION:It’s our annual butterfly extravaganza! Drop by the nature center 10am-2pm Labor Day Weekend. We will have a daily puppet show\, crafts\, games\, butterfly hunt and even a daily butterfly release! See our Facebook page for more information.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/butterfly-weekend-2/2025-08-30/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T103000
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CREATED:20250721T145441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T145441Z
UID:10003040-1756461600-1756463400@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-4/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250824T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250824T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T213811
CREATED:20250721T145330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T145330Z
UID:10003039-1756044000-1756051200@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Poison & Venom Hike
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to identify the toxic plants and animals you can find on a 1-mile hike.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/poison-venom-hike-2/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250822T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250822T213000
DTSTAMP:20260412T213811
CREATED:20250721T144526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T144526Z
UID:10003030-1755894600-1755898200@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Ultraviolet Night Hike
DESCRIPTION:Use a Blacklight to see the hidden colors of the night. A limited number of UV flashlights will be available to borrow.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/ultraviolet-night-hike-2/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250822T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250822T110000
DTSTAMP:20260412T213811
CREATED:20250721T145301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T145301Z
UID:10003038-1755856800-1755860400@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Preschoolers: Just Ducky
DESCRIPTION:Bring your little quackers to learn all about ducks through activity\, song and story. Even meet a live duck!
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/preschoolers-just-ducky/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250820T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250820T113000
DTSTAMP:20260412T213811
CREATED:20250721T144426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T144426Z
UID:10003029-1755684000-1755689400@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Metro Parks Hiking Club: Adult Fitness Hike
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-adult-fitness-hike-4/2025-08-20/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250817T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250817T163000
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CREATED:20250721T145131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T145131Z
UID:10003037-1755442800-1755448200@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:50+ Off Trail Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a casual interpretive hike as we explore the less-traveled areas of the park. Prepare for mud; sturdy shoes recommended.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/50-off-trail-hike-2/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250816T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250816T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T213811
CREATED:20250721T145057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T145057Z
UID:10003036-1755352800-1755356400@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Snakes Alive!
DESCRIPTION:Learn all about our snake ambassadors!
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/snakes-alive/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250815T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250815T210000
DTSTAMP:20260412T213811
CREATED:20250721T145000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T145000Z
UID:10003035-1755288000-1755291600@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Bat Hike
DESCRIPTION:Learn about bats and take a short hike to look for them by the lake.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/bat-hike-4/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250810T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250810T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T213811
CREATED:20250721T144842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T144842Z
UID:10003034-1754834400-1754838000@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:For Kids: Walking Sticks
DESCRIPTION:Meet and learn more about these captivating creatures\, along with a fun craft to take home.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/for-kids-walking-sticks/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250803T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250803T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T213811
CREATED:20250721T144729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T144729Z
UID:10003032-1754226000-1754233200@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Fairy House Building
DESCRIPTION:Calling all fairy house construction workers! The Blendon Woods fairies are in desperate need of new homes. Collect natural materials to create your own house for fairies or trolls.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/fairy-house-building-6/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T113000
DTSTAMP:20260412T213811
CREATED:20250721T144602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T144602Z
UID:10003031-1754128800-1754134200@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Hike to the RippleRock
DESCRIPTION:Walk through the creek upstream to find some unique geologic features. Wear closed-toe shoes that can get wet. Best for 6+
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/hike-to-the-ripplerock-2/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T110000
DTSTAMP:20260412T213811
CREATED:20250721T144426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T144426Z
UID:10003028-1754042400-1754046000@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Metro Parks Hiking Club: Adult Fitness Hike
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-adult-fitness-hike-4/2025-08-01/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T140000
DTSTAMP:20260412T213811
CREATED:20250617T140712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T140712Z
UID:10002873-1753794000-1753797600@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Animal Encounter Tuesdays
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the picnic area in front of the Nature Center (or inside if the weather is bad) to meet a few of our animal ambassadors.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/animal-encounter-tuesdays/2025-07-29/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T213811
CREATED:20250617T140524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T140524Z
UID:10002868-1753788600-1753790400@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Puppet Shows
DESCRIPTION:The Blendon Woods puppets are ready for an adventure! 15-minute show followed by a scavenger hunt.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/puppet-shows/2025-07-29/3/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T110000
DTSTAMP:20260412T213811
CREATED:20250617T140524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T140524Z
UID:10002867-1753785000-1753786800@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Puppet Shows
DESCRIPTION:The Blendon Woods puppets are ready for an adventure! 15-minute show followed by a scavenger hunt.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/puppet-shows/2025-07-29/2/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T100000
DTSTAMP:20260412T213811
CREATED:20250617T140524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T140524Z
UID:10002866-1753781400-1753783200@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Puppet Shows
DESCRIPTION:The Blendon Woods puppets are ready for an adventure! 15-minute show followed by a scavenger hunt.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/puppet-shows/2025-07-29/1/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250727T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250727T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T213811
CREATED:20250617T141440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T141440Z
UID:10002886-1753624800-1753628400@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Butterfly Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the nature center butterfly house for a butterfly talk\, then search for butterflies on a 1 mile guided hike.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/butterfly-hike-3/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250726T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250726T130000
DTSTAMP:20260412T213811
CREATED:20250617T141316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T141316Z
UID:10002884-1753531200-1753534800@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Lunchtime Chat
DESCRIPTION:Bring your lunch and join us at the picnic area across from the Nature Center for a 30 min nature chat. \nSaturdays: \n7/5 – Box Turtles \n7/12 – Spiders \n7/19 – Birds of Prey \n7/26 – Bats
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/lunchtime-chat/2025-07-26/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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