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MetroParks Monthly: Programs & Events for January
Published December 18, 2023
Below you’ll find a list of programs and events for all ages, from children to lifelong learners, in addition to MetroParks must-dos, sustainability tips and information on what’s growing in the parks this month. Take a deeper dive into your areas of interest by signing up for MetroParks’ email newsletters and following Five Rivers MetroParks […]
6 tips to tackle your New Year’s resolutions outdoors this year
Updated December 14th, 2023
The new year has many people feeling the pressure to improve their lives by adopting new habits. “New Year, new you,” is the common trope associated with resolutions, although studies show that 80% of New Year’s resolutions fail. So, rather than “new year, new you,” perhaps think, “new year, new habits” — and look to […]
Top gift picks that will send your loved ones on an adventure
Published December 8, 2023
The countdown to the holidays has started, and the race is on to cross everyone off your shopping list. From stocking stuffers to special family gifts, Five Rivers MetroParks has a variety of gifting suggestions for the holiday season that also promote a healthy, active lifestyle. Check out MetroParks’ staff picks for holiday gifts below: […]
Winter Activities for Everyone at Five Rivers MetroParks’ Ice Rink
Published November 30, 2023
This winter, the MetroParks Ice Rink at RiverScape MetroPark will host numerous events, including the first Holiday Mini Market this Saturday, Dec. 2. Offering a safe, family-friendly experience for skaters of all ages, the MetroParks Ice Rink is the region’s largest outdoor ice rink. It offers beautiful views of the Great Miami River in downtown […]
MetroParks Monthly: Programs & Events for December
Published November 20, 2023
Below you’ll find a list of programs and events for all ages, from children to lifelong learners, in addition to MetroParks must-dos, sustainability tips and information on what’s growing in the parks this month. Take a deeper dive into your areas of interest by signing up for MetroParks’ email newsletters and following Five Rivers MetroParks […]
Plan for a Greener Holiday Season this Year
Updated November 16th, 2023
While the holidays can be a festive time that many look forward to, it’s also the time of the year when Americans tend to be the most wasteful. In fact, the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency notes extra waste during the holidays amounts to 25 million tons of garbage. Additionally, Americans throw away 25% more trash […]
MetroParks Ice Rink opens for the season Friday, Nov. 24
Published November 8, 2023
Offering a safe, family-friendly experience for skaters of all ages, the MetroParks Ice Rink will officially open on Friday, Nov. 24, at RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E. Monument Ave. Offering beautiful views of the Great Miami River in downtown Dayton, the MetroParks Ice Rink is the region’s largest outdoor ice rink, located under the RiverScape pavilion […]
Celebrate the Holidays in Your Five Rivers MetroParks
Published November 6, 2023
As the weather cools down, holiday spirit winds up. Your Five Rivers MetroParks offers numerous activities to help you celebrate the season. Shop for holiday gifts from local vendors at the 2nd Street Market, celebrate the splendor of Christmases past at Carriage Hill MetroPark, or start a new winter tradition at the region’s largest outdoor […]
Five Rivers MetroParks awarded $1.45 million for conservation work at two natural areas
Published November 2, 2023
Grant funds will support MetroParks’ mission to protect the region’s natural heritage. A new federal grant program will support Five Rivers MetroParks’ conservation work at Possum Creek MetroPark and Spring Run Conservation Area. The Urban and Community Forestry Program has awarded MetroParks a $1.45 million grant to fund project activities at these natural areas in […]
MetroParks Monthly: Programs & Events for November
Published October 26, 2023
Below you’ll find a list of programs and events for all ages, from children to lifelong learners, in addition to MetroParks must-dos, sustainability tips and information on what’s growing in the parks this month. Take a deeper dive into your areas of interest by signing up for MetroParks’ email newsletters and following Five Rivers MetroParks […]
