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SUMMARY:Central Ohio Folk Festival
DESCRIPTION:Two day event celebrating folk music!\nhttps://www.columbusfolkmusicsociety.org/festival.html Saturday May 4\n1030-530pm Festival & activities\n7-930pm- Arcadian Wild Concert A two day family-friendly festival featuring multiple performing stages presenting an array of upbeat folk/roots/Americana music\, kids’ & youth programming\, and 30+ music workshops (all levels). \nMore than 30 hourly concerts on 3 different stages by soloists\, duos\, and groups\, singing and playing guitar\, mandolin\, banjo\, fiddle\, dulcimer\, harp\, and other instruments. You’ll hear a wide range of folk music — bluegrass\, old-time\, blues\, singer-songwriter\, Southern roots\, Americana\, Celtic\, and more….songs that often reflect the struggles of everyday people. A giant 1960’s-style folk music community sing-along to open the festival at 11 am Saturday\, plus a poignant song circle to close the fest on Sunday.\nMore than 30 workshops for beginning and advanced musicians alike. Among the topics: songwriting\, jamming\, playing for social change\, the music business\, and how to play autoharp\, blues guitar\, ukulele\, mandolin\, and other folk instruments.\nAn area with special music\, stories\, workshops\, and arts/crafts for children. Plus\, a perennial favorite — our “instrument petting zoo” to let youngsters handle folk instruments. Festival mascot Darby Duck will also be on hand for the young and young-at-heart.\n2 drum circles where everyone\, young and old alike\, is invited to pound on a drum or other rhythm instrument to a mesmerizing beat.\nExpanded Informal jamming by anyone with an instrument or voice. This year will feature 5 jam tents\, each with a different thrust: bluegrass\, old-time\, folk-mix\, voices-only\, and one encouraging novice jammers.\nSaturday\, May 4th at 7 pm\, our headliner act\, The Arcadian Wild\, will create musical magic. The Nashville trio describes themselves as genre-bending\, since they had roots in alt-rock and punk\, but now mix bluegrass\, classical\, and other genres with tight 3-part vocal harmonies in original songs that defy categorization. \nProduced by –– The Columbus Folk Music Society in cooperation with The Metro Parks. Co-sponsored by WCBE 90.5 FM\nMeeting location notes: Big Meadows Picnic Area Big Meadows picnic area is at the back of the park. After you enter the park\, take the main road down the hill. At the bottom of the hill\, take the ROAD on the LEFT. Park in the lot with a playground. Meet near restrooms.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/central-ohio-folk-festival-2/2024-05-04/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240428T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240428T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040620
CREATED:20240325T144107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T144107Z
UID:10001188-1714309200-1714316400@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Drop In: Learn about Backpacking
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in backpacking or backcountry hiking\, but not sure how to get started? Come and explore the possibilities! At our backpacking and hiking open house we’ll have: The 10 essentials to always have with you\, whether hiking or backpacking\nLeave No Trace principles\nEquipment you might use for a day hike or 10 day wilderness hike\nTypical backpacking foods\, recipes\, and nutrition information\nSample hiking plans for the Appalachian Trail\nInformation about backpacking trails 1-4 hours from Columbus\nResource list to help you get started \nMeeting Location Notes: Highbanks Nature Center is the first right after entering the park. There is limited parking in the Nature Center lot on busy days. Additional parking is available in the Oak Coves Picnic Area\, a 10 minute walk from the Nature Center. Follow the paved trail through Oak Coves toward the Nature Center.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/drop-in-learn-about-backpacking/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240421T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240421T143000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040620
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T142604Z
UID:10001175-1713704400-1713709800@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Wildflower Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist to look for spring wildflowers along the Scenic River trail and beyond! All ages.\nMeeting location notes: Meet at the Big Meadows Picnic Area. After entering the park\, follow the park road all the way to the back of the park and enter the Big Meadows Picnic Area. Meet us in the first parking lot on the RIGHT. Additional parking is available in nearby lots.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/wildflower-walk-2/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040620
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T135954Z
UID:10001158-1713292200-1713295800@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:For Adults 50+: Curious About Coyotes
DESCRIPTION:Coyotes\, foxes\, skunks\, and many other wildlife are using our communities and backyards in search of food\, water\, and shelter. Join Marne Titchenell\, OSU Extension Wildlife Program Director\, as she discusses coyotes living among us. We will explore their ecology\, behaviors\, and how to coexist without conflict. \nMeet at the Highbanks Nature Center Multi Purpose Room
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/for-adults-50-curious-about-coyotes/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T153000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040620
CREATED:20240325T135201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T135201Z
UID:10001151-1713015000-1713022200@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Adults: Fungi Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist for a 2-mile hike looking for spring fungi. Learn about the importance of fungi to the ecosystem and learn some basic identification. Age 18+ \nMeeting location notes:Highbanks Metro Park. Meet in the Big Meadows Picnic Area area in the back of the park. After you enter the park\, take the main road down the hill. At the bottom of the hill\, a sign will be on the right side saying “Big Meadows picnic area”. After the sign\, take the ROAD on the LEFT. Park in the first lot on the left. Meet near the restrooms/bulletin board/playground area.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/adults-fungi-hike/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240405T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240405T213000
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UID:10001131-1712347200-1712352600@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Woodcock Watch
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the American woodcock before heading out on a 1-mile hike. Search the fields to observe the unusual courtship of the American woodcock. May include off-trail hiking. Meeting location notes- Nature Center: Highbanks Nature Center is the first right after entering the park. Limited parking in the nature center parking lot on busy days. Additional parking available in the Oak Coves Picnic Area. The Oak Coves picnic area\, 10-min walk from the nature center. Follow the paved trail through Oak coves toward the nature center.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/woodcock-watch-2/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T123000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040620
CREATED:20240227T145124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T145124Z
UID:10001103-1710932400-1710937800@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Adult Wetland Hike
DESCRIPTION: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+ \nMeeting Location Notes: Highbanks Nature Center is the first right after entering the park. There is limited parking in the Nature Center lot on busy days. Additional parking is available in the Oak Coves Picnic Area\, a 10 minute walk from the Nature Center. Follow the paved trail through Oak Coves toward the Nature Center.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/adult-wetland-hike/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240316T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240316T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040620
CREATED:20240227T143658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T143658Z
UID:10001095-1710594000-1710601200@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Drop In: Leprechaun (and more) Trail for Families
DESCRIPTION: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 will be posted at the beginning of the trail and paper copies are available in the nature center. Stop inside nature center after your hike for a small prize. If the nature center parking lot is full\, try playing on the playgrounds in Big Meadows and Oak Coves for a little bit before joining us. All ages. \nMeeting location notes- Nature Center\nHighbanks Nature Center is the first right after entering the park. ***Limited parking in the nature center parking lot on busy days. Additional parking available in the Oak Coves Picnic Area. The Oak Coves picnic area\, 10-min walk from the nature center. Follow the paved trail through Oak coves toward the nature center. “
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/drop-in-leprechaun-and-more-trail-for-families/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240303T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240303T110000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040620
CREATED:20240227T144604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T144604Z
UID:10001100-1709458200-1709463600@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Beginning Birding Hike
DESCRIPTION: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 has a limited number of binoculars to use. Trail will be crushed limestone\, expect some hills. Meet inside the nature center for start of program. \nMeeting Location Notes: Highbanks Nature Center is the first right after entering the park. There is limited parking in the Nature Center lot on busy days. Additional parking is available in the Oak Coves Picnic Area\, a 10 minute walk from the Nature Center. Follow the paved trail through Oak Coves toward the Nature Center.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/beginning-birding-hike/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240219T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240219T140000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040620
CREATED:20240129T144058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T144058Z
UID:10001013-1708347600-1708351200@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:For Kids: Winter Sensory Hike
DESCRIPTION:Practice sensory skills while learning more about the pieces of an ecosystem during a guided hike with activities to engage our senses with nature. Dress for being outdoors for 1 hour. Program geared toward ages 5-12 \nMeeting Location Notes: Highbanks Nature Center is the first right after entering the park. There is limited parking in the Nature Center lot on busy days. Additional parking is available in the Oak Coves Picnic Area\, a 10 minute walk from the Nature Center. Follow the paved trail through Oak Coves toward the Nature Center.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/for-kids-winter-sensory-hike/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040620
CREATED:20240129T144030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T144030Z
UID:10001012-1708178400-1708182000@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Live animals with Ohio Wildlife Center
DESCRIPTION:Meet live animals from Ohio Wildlife Center during a 45 min indoor presentation. Show your love for the Ohio wildlife animals by donating a needed item to help with their care. \nGuests are invited to donate items the care and rehabilitation of injured\, orphaned\, or displaced wildlife and the public education programs offered by Ohio Wildlife Center. Wish list items include: mouse/rat/hamster food\, dry erase markers\, permanent markers\, scotch tape\, clear packing tape\, dog toys\, bird toys\, gallon zip lock bags\, dry dog food\, dary cat food\, wet dog food\, dry cat food\, pet puzzler feeders and forever stamps. \nMeeting Location Notes: Highbanks Nature Center is the first right after entering the park. There is limited parking in the Nature Center lot on busy days. Additional parking is available in the Oak Coves Picnic Area\, a 10 minute walk from the Nature Center. Follow the paved trail through Oak Coves toward the Nature Center.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/live-animals-with-ohio-wildlife-center/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240203T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240203T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040620
CREATED:20240129T143111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T143111Z
UID:10001002-1706981400-1706988600@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Owl Hike
DESCRIPTION:Look for owls on over 1-mile quiet night hike. Plan on being outside for 1+hrs. We will try calling for the owls in several locations. Expect uneven terrain. Flashlights are discouraged. If you plan on bringing a flashlight\, we will have red cellophane to cover the flashlights. This helps to help prevent disturbance to the wildlife. Trail is not stroller friendly. No pets. \nMeeting Location Notes: Highbanks Nature Center is the first right after entering the park. There is limited parking in the Nature Center lot on busy days. Additional parking is available in the Oak Coves Picnic Area\, a 10 minute walk from the Nature Center. Follow the paved trail through Oak Coves toward the Nature Center.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/owl-hike-2/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240121T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240121T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040620
CREATED:20231220T203854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231220T203854Z
UID:10000826-1705845600-1705852800@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Flying Squirrel Talk & Hike
DESCRIPTION:Southern flying squirrels are one of Ohio’s most populous and fascinating squirrels.They are not capable of true self powered flight\, but rather\, glide from tree to tree usinga skin membrane between their wrists and ankles called a patagium. Join the Highbanks Flying Squirrel Project on a public check of three of our squirrel boxes. We will meet at the Nature enter for a short powerpoint presentation before embarking on a 2 mile round trip hike to check the boxes. Entire program will be around 2 hours long\, with hiking on crushed limestone\, uneven terrain. Bringing water is recommended and dress for weather. Ages 5+ \nMeeting Location Notes: Highbanks Nature Center is the first right after entering the park. There is limited parking in the Nature Center lot on busy days. Additional parking is available in the Oak Coves Picnic Area\, a 10 minute walk from the Nature Center. Follow the paved trail through Oak Coves toward the Nature Center.Nature Center is the first right after entering the park. There is limited parking in the Nature Center lot on busy days. Additional parking is available in the Oak Coves Picnic Area\, a 10 minute walk from the Nature Center. Follow the paved trail through Oak Coves toward the Nature Center.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/flying-squirrel-talk-hike/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240113T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240113T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040620
CREATED:20231220T203602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231220T203602Z
UID:10000823-1705165200-1705174200@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Owl Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist for a 1.5 mile hike in search of owls. Flashlights are discouraged\, If you need to bring a flashlight\, parks will have red cellophane to cover the flashlights to help prevent disturbance to the wildlife. Plan on being outside for 1+hrs. We will try calling for the owls in several locations. Expect uneven terrain. Trail is not stroller friendly. No pets. Age 3+ \nMeeting Location Notes: Highbanks Nature Center is the first right after entering the park. There is limited parking in the Nature Center lot on busy days. Additional parking is available in the Oak Coves Picnic Area\, a 10 minute walk from the Nature Center. Follow the paved trail through Oak Coves toward the Nature Center.Nature Center is the first right after entering the park. There is limited parking in the Nature Center lot on busy days. Additional parking is available in the Oak Coves Picnic Area\, a 10 minute walk from the Nature Center. Follow the paved trail through Oak Coves toward the Nature Center.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/owl-hike/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240107T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240107T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040620
CREATED:20231220T203153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231220T203153Z
UID:10000818-1704636000-1704643200@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Raptor Talk and Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist for a short presentation inside the Nature Center focusing on Ohio’s raptors\, then hike to search for some of these aerial hunters at Highbanks. Raptors include predatory birds such as hawks\, eagles\, falcons\, and owls. Hike will be approximately 2 miles on crushed limestone and paved trails with some hills. Bring binoculars if you have them available. Limited pairs of binoculars available. Age 13+\nMeeting Location Notes: Highbanks Nature Center is the first right after entering the park. There is limited parking in the Nature Center lot on busy days. Additional parking is available in the Oak Coves Picnic Area\, a 10 minute walk from the Nature Center. Follow the paved trail through Oak Coves toward the Nature Center.Nature Center is the first right after entering the park. There is limited parking in the Nature Center lot on busy days. Additional parking is available in the Oak Coves Picnic Area\, a 10 minute walk from the Nature Center. Follow the paved trail through Oak Coves toward the Nature Center.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/raptor-talk-and-walk/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231215T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231215T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040620
CREATED:20231120T142705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231120T142705Z
UID:10000758-1702659600-1702666800@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Winter Hike Series: Hot Cocoa & Twinkling Lights
DESCRIPTION:Warm up inside the holiday-decorated Nature Center with hot cocoa and enjoy fun activities for kids including a holiday themed scavenger hunt. Then\, hike on your own along the 1/4 mile twinkling lights trail around the Nature Center. Don’t forget to pick up your winter hike cards or get your card stamped inside the Nature Center. The Nature Center will be open late until 7pm. \nMeeting Location Notes: Highbanks Nature Center is the first right after entering the park. There is limited parking in the Nature Center lot on busy days. Additional parking is available in the Oak Coves Picnic Area\, a 10 minute walk from the Nature Center. Follow the paved trail through Oak Coves toward the Nature Center. Meeting Location Notes: Highbanks Nature Center is the first right after entering the park. There is limited parking in the Nature Center lot on busy days. Additional parking is available in the Oak Coves Picnic Area\, a 10 minute walk from the Nature Center. Follow the paved trail through Oak Coves toward the Nature Center.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/winter-hike-series-hot-cocoa-twinkling-lights/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231210T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231210T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040620
CREATED:20231120T142505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231120T142505Z
UID:10000757-1702216800-1702220400@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:For Adults: Guided Conifer Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist for a 1-mile hike learning about conifers and their cones. Trail is crushed limestone with some hills. This program counts as part of the winter hike series. Meet at nature center. \nMeeting Location Notes: Highbanks Nature Center is the first right after entering the park. There is limited parking in the Nature Center lot on busy days. Additional parking is available in the Oak Coves Picnic Area\, a 10 minute walk from the Nature Center. Follow the paved trail through Oak Coves toward the Nature Center. Meeting Location Notes: Highbanks Nature Center is the first right after entering the park. There is limited parking in the Nature Center lot on busy days. Additional parking is available in the Oak Coves Picnic Area\, a 10 minute walk from the Nature Center. Follow the paved trail through Oak Coves toward the Nature Center.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/for-adults-guided-conifer-hike/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231209T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231209T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040620
CREATED:20231120T142003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231120T142003Z
UID:10000754-1702126800-1702137600@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:For Families: Highbanks' Santa's Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the nature center between 1-4pm and enjoy fun holiday activities during Highbanks’ Santa Workshop. Stroll outside and look for items on the holiday light scavenger hunt. Play indoor holiday themed games and enjoy a cup of hot cocoa. . Santa will be at the nature center from 1-4pm. Please bring your own camera if you would like a picture with Santa. Santa will be leaving promptly at 4pm to get back to the North Pole. The elves have been busy in Santa’s workshop\, don’t forget to stop in and enjoy making a small craft ( limited supplies) . Limited parking at the nature center. Additional parking in the Oak Coves Picnic Area. This program is generously funded by Friends of Metro Parks Tad Jeffrey Grant. FREE! All ages \nMeeting Location Notes: Highbanks Nature Center is the first right after entering the park. There is limited parking in the Nature Center lot on busy days. Additional parking is available in the Oak Coves Picnic Area\, a 10 minute walk from the Nature Center. Follow the paved trail through Oak Coves toward the Nature Center. Meeting Location Notes: Highbanks Nature Center is the first right after entering the park. There is limited parking in the Nature Center lot on busy days. Additional parking is available in the Oak Coves Picnic Area\, a 10 minute walk from the Nature Center. Follow the paved trail through Oak Coves toward the Nature Center.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/for-families-highbanks-santas-workshop/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231119T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231119T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040620
CREATED:20231030T130827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231030T130827Z
UID:10000719-1700406000-1700411400@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:For Kids: Wildlife Wander
DESCRIPTION:Explore the forest in search of wildlife signs while learning about wildlife survival strategies with a naturalist. Explorations will include an approximately 1/4 mile hike on crushed limestone trails and an off-trail game in the woods. Meet at the Nature Center. Ages 4-10 \nMeeting Location Notes: Highbanks Nature Center is the first right after entering the park. There is limited parking in the Nature Center lot on busy days. Additional parking is available in the Oak Coves Picnic Area\, a 10 minute walk from the Nature Center. Follow the paved trail through Oak Coves toward the Nature Center. Meeting Location Notes: Highbanks Nature Center is the first right after entering the park. There is limited parking in the Nature Center lot on busy days. Additional parking is available in the Oak Coves Picnic Area\, a 10 minute walk from the Nature Center. Follow the paved trail through Oak Coves toward the Nature Center.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/for-kids-wildlife-wander/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231112T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231112T133000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040620
CREATED:20231030T130536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231030T130536Z
UID:10000718-1699786800-1699795800@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:For Adults: Off-trail Hike to Big Sycamores (Nature Preserve )
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist for a rugged 3-mile off-trail hike to the nature preserve to see some of the 300-year old Giant Sycamore trees. Expect slippery and wet conditions. Hiking stick highly recommended. Hike is up and down very steep ravines. We will be walking on narrow paths across ravine edges to reach our destination. This hike is difficult for anyone having knee or back issues. Backpack with water\, bug spray and snack is highly encouraged. Deer ticks are possible in off-trail conditions in the fall\, please spray clothes with bug spray prior to coming to the program (permethrin recommended). Prior rain will impact the trail conditions leading us to create impromptu new pathways for the hike. Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the start of program due to parking. In the event of rain or high water\, the program will need to be canceled for safety reasons. Please call the ranger cell phone 614-906-3149 day of program for updates or check out Highbanks Metro Park Facebook page. Age 18+ \nMeeting Location Oak Coves: The Oak Coves picnic area is your first LEFT after entering the park. Once you turn left into the Oak Coves picnic area\, we will be in the THIRD parking lot. This parking lot has a bathroom AND playground. Meet the naturalist in front of the bulletin board. If the parking lot is full\, the Oak Coves picnic area has 4 other parking lots within 5-8 minutes walking time of the meeting location.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/for-adults-off-trail-hike-to-big-sycamores-nature-preserve/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231111T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231111T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040620
CREATED:20231030T130415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231030T130415Z
UID:10000717-1699700400-1699704000@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:For Families: Turkey Trek
DESCRIPTION:Meet at the nature center for a 1-mile round trip hike to learn about our festive\, feathered\, Thanksgiving friends! Trail is crushed limestone and includes some hills. \nMeeting Location Notes: Highbanks Nature Center is the first right after entering the park. There is limited parking in the Nature Center lot on busy days. Additional parking is available in the Oak Coves Picnic Area\, a 10 minute walk from the Nature Center. Follow the paved trail through Oak Coves toward the Nature Center. Meeting Location Notes: Highbanks Nature Center is the first right after entering the park. There is limited parking in the Nature Center lot on busy days. Additional parking is available in the Oak Coves Picnic Area\, a 10 minute walk from the Nature Center. Follow the paved trail through Oak Coves toward the Nature Center.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/for-families-turkey-trek/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231029T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231029T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040620
CREATED:20231002T140143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T140143Z
UID:10000678-1698577200-1698580800@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Howl-o-ween Dog hike
DESCRIPTION:Dress your pup up in their favorite Halloween costume and take a hike on the trail with a naturalist. Halloween themed treats provided\, Bring your own water. Dogs must be leashed and socialized. All ages. Follow the orange program signs to Big Meadows. Naturalist will meet you in front of the bathroom/bulletin boards. Room for the dogs to spread out. Don’t forget your cameras! \nMeeting location notes:Highbanks Metro Park. Meet in the Big Meadows Picnic Area area in the back of the park. After you enter the park\, take the main road down the hill. At the bottom of the hill\, a sign will be on the right side saying “Big Meadows picnic area”. After the sign\, take the ROAD on the LEFT. Park in the first lot on the left. Meet near the restrooms/bulletin board/playground area.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/howl-o-ween-dog-hike/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040620
CREATED:20231002T135834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T135834Z
UID:10000677-1697911200-1697916600@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Twilight Discovery Hike
DESCRIPTION:Explore the evening woods after dark and look for creatures that come out at night. Bring your own flashlight. All Ages. Limited parking at the nature center. \nMeeting Location Notes: Highbanks Nature Center is the first right after entering the park. There is limited parking in the Nature Center lot on busy days. Additional parking is available in the Oak Coves Picnic Area\, a 10 minute walk from the Nature Center. Follow the paved trail through Oak Coves toward the Nature Center.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/twilight-discovery-hike/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231020T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231020T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040620
CREATED:20231002T135729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T135729Z
UID:10000676-1697824800-1697830200@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Adult Date Night: Fall Evening Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist for sunset hike to enjoy fall color in the forest at Highbanks and learn about the science behind it. Hike will be approximately 2 miles on crushed limestone trails with some hills. An excellent option for a date night\, but singles are welcome as well (dates not included 🙂 Age 18+. Bring a flashlight. \nMeeting Location Oak Coves: The Oak Coves picnic area is your first LEFT after entering the park. Once you turn left into the Oak Coves picnic area\, we will be in the THIRD parking lot. This parking lot has a bathroom AND playground. Meet the naturalist in front of the bulletin board. If the parking lot is full\, the Oak Coves picnic area has 4 other parking lots within 5-8 minutes walking time of the meeting location.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/adult-date-night-fall-evening-hike/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231015T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231015T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040620
CREATED:20231002T135657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T135657Z
UID:10000675-1697374800-1697382000@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Make It: Leaf rubbing bookmarks
DESCRIPTION:Drop in to make a colorful leaf rubbing bookmark while learning about different leaf shapes. All ages. Limited parking at nature center. \nMeeting Location Notes: Highbanks Nature Center is the first right after entering the park. There is limited parking in the Nature Center lot on busy days. Additional parking is available in the Oak Coves Picnic Area\, a 10 minute walk from the Nature Center. Follow the paved trail through Oak Coves toward the Nature Center.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/make-it-leaf-rubbing-bookmarks/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230923T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230923T210000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040620
CREATED:20230816T210734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230816T210734Z
UID:10000512-1695495600-1695502800@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Movie Night! Rise of Gru
DESCRIPTION:Bring a chair and join us for a movie night at your favorite Metro Parks! All events are free and start at dusk.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/movie-night-rise-of-gru/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230923T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230923T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040620
CREATED:20230912T122806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230912T122806Z
UID:10000619-1695488400-1695499200@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Welcome to Fall Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun family event to celebrate the first day of fall! Enjoy hayrides\, campfires & marshmallows\, scavenger hunts\, and other outdoor activities. Stay afterwards and enjoy the outdoor movie “Minions: Rise of Gru” starting at dark (approx 8:15pm). All ages. FREE! \nMeeting location notes: Big Meadows Picnic Area is located in the back of the park. After you enter the park\, take the main road down the hill. At the bottom of the hill\, a sign will be on the right side saying “Big Meadows picnic area”. After the sign\, take the ROAD on the LEFT. Park in the first lot on the left. Meet near the restrooms/bulletin board/playground area.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/welcome-to-fall-event/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230914T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230914T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040620
CREATED:20230905T123632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230905T123632Z
UID:10000611-1694718000-1694721600@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Solar Eclipse 2024 : What\, When\, & How To See The 4/8/2024 Solar Eclipse
DESCRIPTION:On April 8\, 2024\, North America will experience its second total solar eclipse in 7 years and\, yes\, the path of totality will be moving right through Ohio. After that\, it won’t be until 2044 that such an event will visit the lower 48 states again. If you are the right location at the right time\, you will experience over 4 minutes of totality (darkness). In this program\, you will come to better understand how a solar eclipse works and how to optimize your chances to view this event when the time comes. We will explore the path of totality as it moves across the United States and Ohio\, weather trends that may impact viewing\, safety\, observing tools\, and various ways to improve your chances to view the event. Informational indoor program- no solar viewing during the program. Ages 10+. Advance registration required sign up link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A054DAEAB29AAF49-solar \nMeeting Location Notes: Highbanks Nature Center is the first right after entering the park. There is limited parking in the Nature Center lot on busy days. Additional parking is available in the Oak Coves Picnic Area\, a 10 minute walk from the Nature Center. Follow the paved trail through Oak Coves toward the Nature Center.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/solar-eclipse-2024-what-when-how-to-see-the-4-8-2024-solar-eclipse/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230909T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230909T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040620
CREATED:20230823T153628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230823T153628Z
UID:10000597-1694264400-1694271600@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Pawpaw Hike
DESCRIPTION:Learn about Ohio’s State Native Fruit as we search the woods for pawpaws. on a 2-mile hike. Trail is crushed gravel and includes hills. Due to the terrain and legth of hike\, age 10+ suggested. \nMeeting Location Oak Coves: The Oak Coves picnic area is your first LEFT after entering the park. Once you turn left into the Oak Coves picnic area\, we will be in the THIRD parking lot. This parking lot has a bathroom AND playground. Meet the naturalist in front of the bulletin board. If the parking lot is full\, the Oak Coves picnic area has 4 other parking lots within 5-8 minutes walking time of the meeting location.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/pawpaw-hike/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230830T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230830T203000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040620
CREATED:20230818T140406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230823T153441Z
UID:10000590-1693416600-1693427400@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Olentangy Scenic River 50th Anniversary Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Olentangy River’s 50th Anniversary of Scenic designation with Ohio Division of Natural Areas & Preserves and various community partners. Learn about the unique attributes of the river and the importance of the surrounding landscape for preserving water quality. Community partners include Scenic Rivers and Preserves\, OSU\, Ohio Division of Forestry\, Delaware Preservations Parks\, Friends of the Lower Olentangy (FLOW)\, and Highbanks Metro Park. Fun activities for the whole family! Participants are welcome to go into the river and explore. Don’t miss seeing the fish of the Olentangy through an electroshocking demonstration (all fish are unharmed and released at the end of the program). \nMeeting location notes: Highbanks Metro Park. Meet in the Big Meadows Picnic Area area in the back of the park. After you enter the park\, take the main road down the hill. At the bottom of the hill\, a sign will be on the right side saying “”Big Meadows picnic area””. After the sign\, take the ROAD on the LEFT. Park in the first lot on the left. Meet near the restrooms/bulletin board/playground area. “
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/olentangy-scenic-river-50th-anniversary-celebration/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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