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SUMMARY:River Walk to the Giant Sycamore (hike in river)
DESCRIPTION:Walk in the water over rocks and boulders as we hike IN the Olentangy River to reach the famous Giant Sycamore tree. The tree we will be visiting is over 400 years old . This is a rugged 1.5 mile hike with varying water depth (water will be higher than rain boots) up to knee level. Closed toed shoes (water sandals\, old tennis shoes etc) are required. No flip flops. Families are welcome to bring nets or buckets to explore. Not wheelchair or stroller accessible. Participants should expect to get wet and bring towels and change of shoes for the way home. Hint: keeping an extra garbage bag in your car to sit on in case you get more wet than expected. No bathrooms at River Bluff. Age 6+ due to water levels. No registration required. Parking limited. Ages 6+ due to water levels. \nIMPORTANT: River Bluff area does NOT have restrooms or water fountains. Please bring a water bottle. Apply insect repellent before coming to the program. \n***This program is contingent on Olentangy water levels and would be postponed in the event of high water levels. This post will be updated by 12pm on the day of the program. You can also contact the Highbanks nature center after 10am the day of the program (Highbanks Nature center phone number 614-846-9962). \nMeeting location notes: River Bluff area is not located at the main area Highbanks. River Bluff entrance is located off 315 on the opposite side of the river as Highbanks main park. River Bluff Area physical address: 8400 Olentangy River Road\, Columbus OH 43235 Please call Highbanks nature center 614-846-9962 for questions prior to the day of the program. Day of program\, please call Highbanks Ranger cell phone at 614-906-3149.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/river-walk-to-the-giant-sycamore-hike-in-river/
LOCATION:Highbanks River Bluff\, 8400 Olentangy River Rd.\, Columbus\, OH\, 43235\, United States
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SUMMARY:Adult: River Walk to the Giant Sycamore
DESCRIPTION:Walk in the water over rocks and boulders as we hike in the Olentangy River to reach the famous Giant Sycamore tree. The tree we will be visiting is over 400 years old . This is a 1.5 mile water hike includes varying water depth (water will be higher than rain boots) up to knee level. Hike also includes walking up and down muddy slopes. Closed toed shoes (water sandals\, old tennis shoes etc) are required. No flip flops. Participants should expect to get wet and bring towels and change of shoes for the way home. Hint: keeping an extra garbage bag in your car to sit on in case you get more wet than expected. No registration required. Parking limited. Age 18+ NOTE: CONSTRUCTION ON 315 possible. The ODOT construction project near River Bluff is planned to be complete by 8/17. Please be aware there maybe traffic delays or rerouting. Please plan ahead. https://www.transportation.ohio.gov/projects/projects/108799 \nIMPORTANT: River Bluff area does NOT have restrooms or water fountains. Please bring a water bottle. Apply insect repellent before coming to the program. \n***This program is contingent on Olentangy water levels and would be postponed in the event of high water levels. Program is cancelled in the event of storms or thunder. \nMeeting location notes: River Bluff area is not located at the main area Highbanks. River Bluff entrance is located off 315 on the opposite side of the river as Highbanks main park. River Bluff Area physical address: 8400 Olentangy River Road\, Columbus OH 43235 Please call Highbanks nature center 614-846-9962 for questions prior to the day of the program. Day of program\, please call Highbanks Ranger cell phone at 614-906-3149 for program questions if bad weather expected or recent heavy rains are causing high river levels.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/adult-river-walk-to-the-giant-sycamore/
LOCATION:Highbanks River Bluff\, 8400 Olentangy River Rd.\, Columbus\, OH\, 43235\, United States
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SUMMARY:Adults: Bird Friendly Forest Hike
DESCRIPTION:Aren’t all forests “bird friendly”? Not really…Take a 1-mile hike with a Highbanks naturalist to learn about the interconnectedness between forest health and bird populations\, and what you can do to help! Please be aware that the River Bluff Area trail is unimproved and can be very muddy depending on weather conditions – come dressed appropriately! Limited supply of binoculars provided. \nMeeting location notes: River Bluff area is not located at the main area Highbanks. River Bluff entrance is located off 315 on the opposite side of the river as Highbanks main park. River Bluff Area physical address: 8400 Olentangy River Road\, Columbus OH 43235 Please call Highbanks nature center 614-846-9962 for questions prior to the day of the program. Day of program\, please call Highbanks Ranger cell phone at 614-906-3149. IMPORTANT: River Bluff area does NOT have restrooms or water fountains. Please bring a water bottle. Apply insect repellent before coming to the program.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/adults-bird-friendly-forest-hike/
LOCATION:Highbanks River Bluff\, 8400 Olentangy River Rd.\, Columbus\, OH\, 43235\, United States
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SUMMARY:For Adults 50+: Winter at the River Bluff
DESCRIPTION:Search for birds and other wildlife and enjoy a view of the high bluffs along the Olentangy River on this 1-mile easy hike. Bring binoculars if you have them. The trail is unimproved and narrow in some spots and there are no restrooms at this location. \nMeet at the River Bluff Area at 8400 Olentangy River Rd\, Columbus 43235
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/for-adults-50-winter-at-the-river-bluff/
LOCATION:Highbanks River Bluff\, 8400 Olentangy River Rd.\, Columbus\, OH\, 43235\, United States
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SUMMARY:River Walk to the Giant Sycamore (off-trail)
DESCRIPTION:Walk in the water over rocks and boulders as we hike IN the Olentangy River to reach the famous Giant Sycamore tree. The tree we will be visiting is over 400 years old . This is a rugged 1.5 mile hike with varying water depth (water will be higher than rain boots). Closed toed shoes (water sandals\, old tennis shoes etc) are required. No flip flops. Families are welcome to bring nets or buckets to explore. Not wheelchair or stroller accessible. Participants should expect to get wet and bring towels and change of shoes for the way home. Hint: keeping an extra garbage bag in your car to sit on in case you get more wet than expected. \nIMPORTANT: River Bluff area does NOT have restrooms or water fountains. Please bring a water bottle. Apply insect repellant before coming to the program. \n***This program is contingent on Olentangy water levels and would be postponed in the event of high water levels. Tis post will be updated by 12pm on the day of the program. You can also contact the Highbanks nature center after 10am the day of the program (Highbanks Nature center phone number 614-846-9962)\nRiver Bluff Area does NOT have restrooms\, trash cans or water fountains. Please plan accordingly.\nMeeting location notes: River Bluff area is not located at the main area Highbanks. River Bluff entrance is located off 315 on the opposite side of the river as Highbanks main park. River Bluff Area physical address: 8400 Olentangy River Road\, Columbus OH 43235 Please call Highbanks nature center 614-846-9962 for questions prior to the day of the program. Day of program\, please call Highbanks Ranger cell phone at 614-906-3149.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/river-walk-to-the-giant-sycamore-off-trail-2/
LOCATION:Highbanks River Bluff\, 8400 Olentangy River Rd.\, Columbus\, OH\, 43235\, United States
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UID:10001674-1723986000-1723993200@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:River Walk to the Giant Sycamore (off-trail)
DESCRIPTION:Walk in the water over rocks and boulders as we hike IN the Olentangy River to reach the famous Giant Sycamore tree. The tree we will be visiting is over 400 years old . This is a rugged 1.5 mile hike with varying water depth (water will be higher than rain boots) up to knee level. Closed toed shoes (water sandals\, old tennis shoes etc) are required. No flip flops. Families are welcome to bring nets or buckets to explore. Not wheelchair or stroller accessible. Participants should expect to get wet and bring towels and change of shoes for the way home. Hint: keeping an extra garbage bag in your car to sit on in case you get more wet than expected. Age 6+ due to water levels. No registration required. Parking limited. \nIMPORTANT: River Bluff area does NOT have restrooms or water fountains. Please bring a water bottle. Apply insect repellent before coming to the program. \n***This program is contingent on Olentangy water levels and would be postponed in the event of high water levels. This post will be updated by 12pm on the day of the program. You can also contact the Highbanks nature center after 10am the day of the program (Highbanks Nature center phone number 614-846-9962). \nMeeting location notes: River Bluff area is not located at the main area Highbanks. River Bluff entrance is located off 315 on the opposite side of the river as Highbanks main park. River Bluff Area physical address: 8400 Olentangy River Road\, Columbus OH 43235 Please call Highbanks nature center 614-846-9962 for questions prior to the day of the program. Day of program\, please call Highbanks Ranger cell phone at 614-906-3149.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/river-walk-to-the-giant-sycamore-off-trail/
LOCATION:Highbanks River Bluff\, 8400 Olentangy River Rd.\, Columbus\, OH\, 43235\, United States
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SUMMARY:Adults: Bird Walk @ River Bluff
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist for a mile hike around riverbluff to listen and look for birds. Terrain will be moderate\, but probably muddy. This hike will go on rain or shine\, so dress for conditions\, and prepare for mud. Tick repellant encouraged. Hike will be approx 1.5 hours. Bring binoculars. River Bluff Area does NOT have restrooms\, trash cans or water fountains. Please plan accordingly. \nMeeting location notes: River Bluff area is not located at the main area Highbanks. River Bluff entrance is located off 315 on the opposite side of the river as Highbanks main park. River Bluff Area physical address: 8400 Olentangy River Road\, Columbus OH 43235
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/adults-bird-walk-river-bluff/
LOCATION:Highbanks River Bluff\, 8400 Olentangy River Rd.\, Columbus\, OH\, 43235\, United States
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