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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:20260421T075352
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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
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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:20260421T075352
CREATED:20230905T123632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230905T123632Z
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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:20260421T075352
CREATED:20230823T153628Z
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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:20260421T075352
CREATED:20230818T140406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230823T153441Z
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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
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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
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230814T170249Z
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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
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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:20260421T075352
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230814T165617Z
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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:20260421T075352
CREATED:20230731T134609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230731T134609Z
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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
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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:20260421T075352
CREATED:20230612T162743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T162743Z
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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:20260421T075352
CREATED:20230612T162105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T162105Z
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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:20260421T075352
CREATED:20230530T131115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230530T131115Z
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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:20260421T075352
CREATED:20230515T165245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T165245Z
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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:20260421T075352
CREATED:20230508T184009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230508T184009Z
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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:20260421T075352
CREATED:20230424T172154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230424T172334Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230506T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230506T173000
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SUMMARY:Central Ohio Folk Festival
DESCRIPTION: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). \nSaturday\, May 6 – 10:30am-5:30pm Festival\nThe 7pm Saturday night headliner is New-York based progressive folk/Americana band\, Nefesh Mountain\, a band hailed as one of today’s leading bands in pushing the boundaries of American roots music. They have recorded and shared the stage with Sam Bush\, Jerry Douglas\, Noam Pikelny (Punch Brothers) and Mark Schatz (Nickel Creek) to name just a few. They have played to sold-out audiences from Chicago to New York City and many places in between. \nOther offerings include two drum circles (one each day); 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. \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. \nPre-event donation recommended if you want to be assured of inside tent seating for the Saturday nite headliner. The tent holds 200\, otherwise seating is on the lawn.\nDonate pre-event at: https://centralohiofolkfestival2023donate.eventbrite.com\nMore info at: www.columbusfolkmusicsociety.org/festival.html \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. \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/central-ohio-folk-festival/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230416T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230416T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T075352
CREATED:20230331T154650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230331T154701Z
UID:10000405-1681653600-1681660800@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Plant A Tree at Highbanks
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Earth Day by helping plant native Ohio trees in an area of the forest where volunteers have been removing invasive plant species. We will be planting native trees to help the forest recover to a healthy ecosystem. Trees have been selected to help pollinators or birds. Trees have been donated by Green Columbus as part of their Earth Day celebration. Please bring a shovel\, work gloves and water bottle. We will be planting off-trail\, please be sure to treat your clothing with tick repellant.. Expect to be get dirty and wear shoes with good traction. Take home a free native Ohio tree after the program. Ages 6+. \nMeeting Location notes; Meet in the Big Meadows Picnic Area. After entering the park\, follow the park road all the way to back of the park and enter the Big Meadows Picnic Area. Meet us in the first parking lot on the RIGHT. Additional parking available in near by parking lots. “Program” signs will be posted in the park to help you find our meeting location.
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/plant-a-tree-at-highbanks/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230408T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230408T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T075352
CREATED:20230327T141346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230327T141346Z
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SUMMARY:An Egg-citing Family Fun Day
DESCRIPTION:**Please Note: This is not an egg hunt\, please leave baskets at home** Hop on over for a fun afternoon of “egg-themed” activities. Enjoy an outdoor Easter themed scavenger hunt \, toast marshmallows over the campfire\, play “egg-themed” games inside the nature center and more! A costumed Easter Bunny will be making a special appearance. Candy prizes for the scavenger hunt. \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/an-egg-citing-family-fun-day/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230318T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230318T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T075352
CREATED:20230223T204941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T204941Z
UID:10000393-1679144400-1679151600@www.metroparks.net
SUMMARY:Backpacking and Hiking Open House
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
URL:https://www.metroparks.net/event/backpacking-and-hiking-open-house/
LOCATION:Highbanks\, 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)\, Lewis Center\, OH\, 43035\, United States
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