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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:20260421T063720
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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:20260421T063720
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:20260421T063720
CREATED:20231120T142705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231120T142705Z
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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:20260421T063720
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:20260421T063720
CREATED:20231120T142003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231120T142003Z
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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:20260421T063720
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:20260421T063720
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:20260421T063720
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:20260421T063720
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:20260421T063720
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:20260421T063720
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:20260421T063720
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:20260421T063720
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:20260421T063720
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:20260421T063720
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:20260421T063720
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:20260421T063720
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230827T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230827T153000
DTSTAMP:20260421T063720
CREATED:20230818T140201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T140201Z
UID:10000587-1693143000-1693150200@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Adults: Fantastic Fern Off-Trail Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist for an off-trail ravine exploration focusing on ferns and their unique habits and habitats. This hike will involve traversing slippery rocks\, climbing over logs\, walking rustic footpaths through the woods\, and walking in the ravine stream. Please wear close-toed footwear that is able to get wet and long pants for walking through vegetation. Hike will be approximately 2 miles. \nMeet in Oak Coves Picnic Area next to Restrooms.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/adults-fantastic-fern-off-trail-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:20230820T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230820T123000
DTSTAMP:20260421T063720
CREATED:20230814T170249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230814T170249Z
UID:10000577-1692529200-1692534600@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Summer Dog Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join the naturalist on a 1.5-mile summer hike along river and field with your canine friend. Treats and water breaks provided. All ages. \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/summer-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:20230819T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230819T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T063720
CREATED:20230814T170045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230814T170045Z
UID:10000575-1692468000-1692471600@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Preschool Storytime: Animals at Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a storytime about animals in the day and night\, meet some of our nighttime educational animals at Highbanks\, and take a short exploration walk with a naturalist to see what critters are out in the evening. Wear your PJs if you like! \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/preschool-storytime-animals-at-night/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230817T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230817T223000
DTSTAMP:20260421T063720
CREATED:20230814T165617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230814T165617Z
UID:10000570-1692266400-1692311400@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Storytime: Lorax
DESCRIPTION:Listen to a reading of The Lorax and then create a Lorax-themed craft! Ages 2-5. \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.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/storytime-lorax/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230804T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230804T203000
DTSTAMP:20260421T063720
CREATED:20230731T134609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230731T134609Z
UID:10000555-1691175600-1691181000@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Adult: Off-trail Ravine Geology Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join a geologist on an 2.5-mile off-trail hike in the ravine. Learn the story about the discovery of the prehistoric shark fossil found right here in a Highbanks ravine. Explore the geology and fossils of Highbanks while hiking in a picturesque ravine. Please wear closed-toed shoes. The hike will be in the water of the ravine . Expect to get wet and encounter muddy\, rugged conditions as we climb over logs and rocks. Program will last approx. 2.5 hours. Don’t forget your complete change of clothes in case you get wet. Hiking stick encouraged. Program length approx 2 hours. Hiking will be 2-miles total. Not wheelchair friendly. Ages 16+. \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.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/adult-off-trail-ravine-geology-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:20230719T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230719T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T063720
CREATED:20230717T173231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230717T173412Z
UID:10000536-1689775200-1689778800@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Turtle Time
DESCRIPTION:Learn about and meet live turtles and experience the world from their eyes! \nMeeting 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/turtle-time/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230619T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230619T123000
DTSTAMP:20260421T063720
CREATED:20230612T162743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T162743Z
UID:10000474-1687172400-1687177800@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Family Creeking
DESCRIPTION:Explore the Olentangy River to look for some of the animals that live there. Be prepared to get wet! Shoes required in the river for your safety. Please no flip flops or crocs. Limited supply of buckets and nets. All animals will be released back into the river at the end of the program. Don’t forget a towel and complete a change of clothes to dry off after the program.\nMeeting location notes: 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/family-creeking/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230614T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230614T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T063720
CREATED:20230612T162105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T162105Z
UID:10000469-1686736800-1686744000@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Adult: Off-trail Ravine Geology Hike
DESCRIPTION:JUST ADDED!!! Join a geologist on an 2.5-mile off-trail hike in the ravine. Learn the story about the discovery of the prehistoric shark fossil found right here in a Highbanks ravine. Explore the geology and fossils of Highbanks while hiking in a picturesque ravine. Please wear closed-toed shoes. The hike will be in the water of the ravine . Expect to get wet and encounter muddy\, rugged conditions as we climb over logs and rocks. Program will last approx. 2.5 hours. Don’t forget your complete change of clothes in case you get wet. Hiking stick encouraged. Program length approx 2 hours. Hiking will be 2-miles total. Not wheelchair friendly. Ages 16+. Meet location notes: Big Meadows Picnic Area. Big Meadows is at the back of the park. After you enter the park\, take the main road down the hill. At the bottom of hill\, take the ROAD on the LEFT. Park in the lot with playground. Meet near restrooms. Age 16+
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/adult-off-trail-ravine-geology-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:20230603T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230603T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T063720
CREATED:20230530T131115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230530T131115Z
UID:10000461-1685818800-1685822400@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Dog Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join the naturalist on a 1.5-mile summer hike along river and field with your canine friend. Treats and water breaks provided throughout. All ages.\nMeeting location notes: 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/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:20230522T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230522T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T063720
CREATED:20230515T165245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T165245Z
UID:10000438-1684778400-1684783800@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:For Adults: Wildflower Stroll
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist for a relaxing evening stroll on the Scenic River Trail to observe and learn about our May blooming wildflowers. Meet in Big Meadows picnic area next to restrooms. Hike will be approximately 1 mile in total\, along some paved surface as well as unimproved dirt trail. For ages 16+. Meet in the Big Meadows picnic area by the restrooms; orange Metro Parks program signs will guide towards the meeting location. \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/for-adults-wildflower-stroll/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230512T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230512T210000
DTSTAMP:20260421T063720
CREATED:20230508T184009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230508T184009Z
UID:10000425-1683919800-1683925200@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Adults: Off-trail Wetland Sunset Hike
DESCRIPTION:Take a 3-mile guided off-trail hike at the wetland to explore this part of the park that is usually closed to visitors. Please bring binoculars if you own them. Trail conditions are crushed gravel and unimproved with moderate hills. Expect off-trail conditions to include mud\, possible standing water (puddle-like) and uneven conditions in the wetland. Off-trail conditions near a wetland are unpredictable in the spring. Long pants\, hiking boots\, walking stick and tick repellant are encouraged. Please bring a flashlight for the return hike. \nMeeting Location notes: Oak Coves Picnic Area After entering the park\, Oak Coves Picnic area is first ROAD on the LEFT. Turn LEFT into the Oak Coves picnic area. Continue on the road to 3rd PARKING LOT. Naturalist will meet group near big playground.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/adults-off-trail-wetland-sunset-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:20230507T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230507T173000
DTSTAMP:20260421T063720
CREATED:20230424T172154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230424T172334Z
UID:10000418-1683455400-1683480600@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Central Ohio Folk Festival
DESCRIPTION:Last day of the two day family-friendly festival featuring multiple performing stages presenting an array of upbeat folk/roots/Americana music. \nActivities include drum circle\, kid programming\, music workshops\, a Festival Store\, Beer garden offering Nocterra craft beer. Food trucks on site. (Note: you are not permitted to bring your own alcohol onto Metro Park grounds). \nNEW this year are 4 ongoing jam tents\, each with a different style: folk-mix\, bluegrass\, old-time and a tent dedicated to serving the very beginner jammer.\nSunday opens with an 11 am “Songs of the Spirit” session with the audience participating with chants\, rounds\, and songs. \nNEW this year\, the “YouthFolk Tent” serving kids and youth with performances and workshops. Youth workshop offerings include making a drum out of wooden box frames. Plus\, an “instrument petting zoo” to let children handle folk instruments. Plus\, hands-on arts and crafts. Also\, festival mascot Darby Duck will be on hand for the young and young-at-heart. \nMore than 30 workshops on songwriting\, the history of folk music\, joining a jam group\, important musical figures\, and how to play guitar\, fiddle\, ukulele\, tin whistle\, and other instruments. Some workshops will be for beginning players\, and others will be for more advanced musicians. \nWhether scratching an itch to get outside and enjoy nature — at the same time listening to and/or playing music\, learning something new\, or just chilling in the awesome\, green outdoors\, you’ll find the cure for what ails you at the Central Ohio Folk Festival. \nNo fixed fees. Your generous $$ support makes all of this possible. Donation tents will be at entrance to the grounds. For donations of $20 or more\, you get some free fun stuff. \nMore info at: www.columbusfolkmusicsociety.org/festival.html\nDonate pre-event at: https://centralohiofolkfestival2023donate.eventbrite.com\nThe festival is produced by the Columbus Folk Music Society in cooperation with The Metro Parks and is co-sponsored by WCBE Radio 90.5 FM and Metro Parks. \nThe festival is produced by the Columbus Folk Music Society in collaboration with the Metro Parks and is co-sponsored by WCBE 90.5FM. \nMore info at: www.columbusfolkmusicsociety.org. \nMeeting location notes: 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/41697/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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