Happy Earth Day 🌎
Today is the perfect excuse to get outside and show a little love to the planet. Hug a tree, plant a flower, or take the long way through the parks 🌱
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📸 A volunteer plants a tree at Highbanks, photo Lydia Radcliffe
Long before paved trails and scenic overlooks, Central Ohio's rivers were the original routes through the land. Indigenous communities traveled these waterways to hunt, gather, trade, and connect.
Read more about the history of our waterways: https://bit.ly/42eI2PH
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Get your first look at Bank Run 👀
Join us on May 16 for a first look at the Bank Run Metro Park Event Center. Run the 5K, stay for music from Fabulous Johnson Brothers & The Pretty Filth, & spend the evening exploring a space for events!
Learn more: https://bit.ly/41AHq6R
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Virginia Bluebells are blooming at Three Creeks Metro Park, creating a short-lived spring show you won't want to miss!
These native wildflowers are a favorite for pollinators, offering an important nectar source just as the season begins to wake up 🐝
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Think vernal pools are just puddles? Think again.
Hidden in these seasonal wetlands are some of the coolest (and weirdest) critters around. Dive into our latest blog to meet a few creatures you might've never noticed before: https://bit.ly/4sjVb5r
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Today is National Gardening Day 🪻
At Inniswood Metro Gardens, it takes many hands to keep the gardens growing. A huge thanks to our dedicated staff and volunteers who help the gardens shine!
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Eastern Meadowlarks have a clear, mellow whistle that kind of sounds like "see-you, see-yeeeer." Sometimes when they feel threatened, they sound more like your Monday morning alarm, making a short "dzert" sound ⏰
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📸 Jerry Riffe
Prescribed burns are a powerful tool we use to keep our ecosystems healthy. By carefully setting and controlling fires, we clear out invasive plants, return nutrients to the soil, and make room for native species to thrive.
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Happy National Pet Day to all of our furry friends who visit the Metro Parks 🐾
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📷 Stella & Bella at Scioto Audubon, Birch on a sunset stroll at Rocky Fork, Maggie at Quarry Trails, Misa at Quarry Trails
Happy National Farm Animals Day🐄🐓🐑
At Slate Run Living Historical Farm, these animals aren't just cute; they're coworkers. From helping with farm work to providing food, fiber, and more, every animal plays an important role in keeping an 1880s farm running!
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You may have noticed that Homestead Metro Park is under a bit of construction 🚧
Our goal with this project is to improve the park's flow so visitors don't have to cross a road between the parking lot and the playgrounds.
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Spring wildflowers don't stick around for long - these fleeting blooms complete their life cycle in just a few short weeks. Head out to the trails to see what you can find!
Find the guide: https://bit.ly/3PlY7jw
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It's not a duck, it's a loon! Common loons pass through Ohio during spring & fall migration. They are known for eerie calls, deep dives (up to 200 feet!), and striking red eyes in mating season.
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📸 Jof Rodriguez
🚨 New Challenge Alert
We're celebrating 250 years of America this summer! Join the new challenge on the OuterSpatial app to visit cultural and historical sites around your Metro Parks.
Join the challenge: https://bit.ly/4v63kfU
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Thanks to all who joined us for the opening of Great Southern Metro Park yesterday! The park is now open daily to all visitors.
Find hours and more information: https://bit.ly/4bLZykf
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Warmer days mean more chances to explore, learn, and get outside! Whether you're into wildlife, wellness, or just want a reason to enjoy the sunshine, we've got a program for you.
Check out the full list of programs: https://bit.ly/4n2XqrU
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March's photo of the month comes from Inniswood Metro Gardens 🦉
Young barred owls can stick around the nest for up to six months, but can start flying at six weeks old; they just don't go too far!
📸 Robin Winters
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⚠️ Road closure alert for the Three Creeks Metro Park area⚠️
Your bike deserves a little off-season love ❤️
Now is the perfect time to handle basic bike maintenance and get your ride ready for spring trails. Check out some easy tips to make your ride a little smoother: https://bit.ly/4rKey6W
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No joke - we're opening a new park!
Great Southern Metro Park will officially open as our 21st park next Wednesday, April 1st 🌳
Join us starting at 4 pm on April 1st for a ribbon cutting, tram rides, and outdoor fun for everyone!
Find more details: https://bit.ly/3Nbqqkc
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📍 Sugar Maple Trail, Slate Run Metro Park
This moderate-to-difficult trail crosses Slate Run Creek and several steep hills. It connects to the Five Oaks Trail and the Slate Run Wetlands. This trail is a great place to search for spring wildflowers!
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Time flies by (unless you're at Slate Run Living Historical Farm) 🕰️
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Spring is here in Ohio 🌷
Spring wildflowers are on their way, migrating birds are stopping by, and butterflies and bees are reappearing. Head outside and see what you can find!
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What can we find out from trail cams? Our trail cams help us learn about what animals are in the parks, what they may be eating, & who else they're hanging out with. They also let us know the local wildlife is very aware that we've been watching them!
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📸 Blacklick Woods Trail Cam
We're feeling lucky to have 28,000 acres of green space, fresh air, and a community that loves to explore the outdoors 🍀
Happy St. Patrick's Day from your Metro Parks!
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Spring cleaning isn't just for your house🧹
In your Metro Parks, our Resource Management team is busy working on the annual upkeep of structures for various species.
Read all about it: https://bit.ly/4lvjGud
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Today is National Learn about Butterflies Day 🦋
This beauty is a Tiger Swallowtail, one of Ohio's most abundant and most recognizable butterflies.
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📸 Kirt Beiling
While cardinals and blue jays grab the spotlight, winter's real hidden gems are scurrying through the leaf litter.
Sparrows are diverse, beautiful, and perfectly adapted for Ohio's colder months. Get to know some of our local sparrows in our latest blog: https://bit.ly/3MF9eTC
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Behind every clean, safe park is a team working hard to keep it that way!
Our rangers patrol parks, assist visitors, respond to emergencies, and help protect the natural spaces we all love 🌿
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Today, we celebrate the women who lead, explore, protect, volunteer, and teach in our parks🌼 From the trails to the nature centers, your passion helps our communities thrive!
Happy International Women's Day!
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