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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
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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
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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:20260412T232358
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250820T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250820T113000
DTSTAMP:20260412T232358
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
DTSTAMP:20260412T232358
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:20260412T232358
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:20260412T232358
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:20260412T232358
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:20260412T232358
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:20260412T232358
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T110000
DTSTAMP:20260412T232358
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T140000
DTSTAMP:20260412T232358
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T232358
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:20260412T232358
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:20260412T232358
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250727T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250727T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T232358
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250726T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250726T130000
DTSTAMP:20260412T232358
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T140000
DTSTAMP:20260412T232358
CREATED:20250617T140712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T140712Z
UID:10002872-1753189200-1753192800@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/2025-07-22/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250721T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250721T210000
DTSTAMP:20260412T232358
CREATED:20250630T122738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T122738Z
UID:10003002-1753128000-1753131600@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Try it! Disc Golf
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wanted to learn the basics of disc golf but didn’t know where to start? Join us at Try it! Disc Golf to learn how to play! We will use the first few baskets at the Blendon Woods Disc Golf Course\, and discs will be available to borrow on a first come first serve basis. Plan to arrive at the start of the program. Meet at the Disc Golf Course.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/try-it-disc-golf/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250720T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250720T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T232358
CREATED:20250617T142034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T142034Z
UID:10002897-1753020000-1753023600@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Fungi Hike
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the world of fungi as we take a walk to find some in the park.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/fungi-hike/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T130000
DTSTAMP:20260412T232359
CREATED:20250617T141316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T141316Z
UID:10002883-1752926400-1752930000@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/2025-07-19/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T140000
DTSTAMP:20260412T232359
CREATED:20250617T143112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T143112Z
UID:10002917-1752757200-1752760800@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Preschool: Vulture View
DESCRIPTION:Learn about nature’s feathered clean-up crew through literature\, craft and activities.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/preschool-vulture-view/2025-07-17/2/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T110000
DTSTAMP:20260412T232359
CREATED:20250617T143112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T143112Z
UID:10002916-1752746400-1752750000@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Preschool: Vulture View
DESCRIPTION:Learn about nature’s feathered clean-up crew through literature\, craft and activities.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/preschool-vulture-view/2025-07-17/1/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T113000
DTSTAMP:20260412T232359
CREATED:20250617T143020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T143020Z
UID:10002915-1752660000-1752665400@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-3/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T140000
DTSTAMP:20260412T232359
CREATED:20250617T140712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T140712Z
UID:10002871-1752584400-1752588000@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/2025-07-15/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250714T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250714T110000
DTSTAMP:20260412T232359
CREATED:20250630T121520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T121520Z
UID:10002992-1752487200-1752490800@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Toddler Adventure Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us on an toddler adventure to the creek at Blendon Woods Metro Park! We will hike as far as we can in the times listed. Meet at the Nature Center Parking lot. Wear water shoes\, and clothes that can get dirty.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/toddler-adventure-club-5/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250713T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250713T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T232359
CREATED:20250617T143555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T143555Z
UID:10002925-1752415200-1752418800@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Tree Trek
DESCRIPTION:Take a 1-mile hike and learn how to identify our most common trees.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/tree-trek/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T130000
DTSTAMP:20260412T232359
CREATED:20250617T141316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T141316Z
UID:10002882-1752321600-1752325200@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/2025-07-12/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T220000
DTSTAMP:20260412T232359
CREATED:20250617T142321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T142321Z
UID:10002903-1752181200-1752184800@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Fireflies
DESCRIPTION:Learn about fireflies as you have fun with the summer ritual of catching and releasing these amazing insects. Park closes at 10pm.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/fireflies/
LOCATION:Blendon Woods\, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road\, Columbus\, 43081\, United States
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