MetroParks News
Mental health resolutions can improve 2022
Published December 28, 2021
Contributed by Carolyn Rice, Montgomery County Commissioner Have you decided on your 2022 New Year’s Resolution? Many people choose to focus on their physical health and make a resolution to lose weight, eat healthier or exercise more. But have you considered resolving to improve your mental health? We know that our Montgomery County community has […]
Supporting Parks for Future Generations
Updated December 28th, 2021
It’s easy to help protect our local environment by donating to the Five Rivers MetroParks Foundation. Dayton Hikers founder and local trail advocate Andy Niekamp spends much of his time on the trails and in the region’s 18 clean, safe MetroParks. Because he’s such an avid park user, Niekamp understands the importance of preserving these […]
A New Way to Support Your Parks
Updated December 28th, 2021
Five Rivers MetroParks has launched its own philanthropic foundation, ensuring an even healthier future for the region’s parks, forests and waterways. The Five Rivers MetroParks Foundation creates a more strategic, structured way for donors to support the organization. Charitable contributions now can be designated for all parks or a specific park; directed to educational and […]
Recycle your trees at Eastwood MetroPark after the holidays
Updated December 13th, 2021
Five Rivers MetroParks hopes to collect 800 used holiday trees for an important conservation project that will bolster aquatic habitat and improve angling opportunities at Eastwood Lake. The public can recycle their trees by dropping them off at Eastwood MetroPark (lake side), 1401 Harshman Road, from Dec. 26 to Dec. 31 and Jan. 2 to […]
2nd Street Market to reinstitute Friday hours, offers unique shopping and special events during holiday season
Updated November 19th, 2021
The 2nd Street Market, will extended its hours to include Fridays starting Nov. 26. The 2nd Street Market will be open Fridays and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Featuring fresh, local food; pantry staples; and hand-crafted items, the Market offers a one-stop shopping experience where […]
Make a Difference Day: By the numbers
Published November 15, 2021
A big shout out to everyone who joined us for Make a Difference Day on Saturday, Oct. 23. This annual day of service helps MetroParks button up the parks for the cold weather months, aides with reforestation efforts and more. Total volunteer impact: • 225 volunteers • 616.5 hours • 60 pounds of landfill litter […]
Winter is coming: MetroParks horticulturalists provide tips on how to prep your plants
Published October 14, 2021
From banana plants to gryphon begonias, you could get lost in the amount of impressive tropical and succulent plants on display at Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark during the warm weather months. However, these plants cannot grow outdoors once temperatures reach 45 degrees and need to be put in a much warmer environment during the winter. Moving […]
Find fall color, qualify to win during final months of MetroParks Trails Challenge
Updated October 13th, 2021
Those who have registered for the MetroParks Trails Challenge have a little more than one month to check off the trails they wish to complete. Luckily, the cool weather, fewer insects and beautiful views make conditions perfect for hiking, cycling, paddling and more. The MetroParks Trails Challenge is a fun way to explore the region’s […]
Plant native, shop local
Published October 6, 2021
Don’t put away your gardening tools as the weather begins to cool: Native trees and shrubs thrive when planted in the fall since they’ve adapted to our climate. Many of the trees’ natural changes, such as losing their leaves in autumn, ensure they enter dormancy before the coldest weather arrives and stay dormant until spring. […]
Five Rivers MetroParks maintains national accreditation
Published September 28, 2021
The Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA) and the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) have awarded reaccreditation to Five Rivers MetroParks. The announcement was made at the 2021 NRPA annual conference held Sept. 21-23 in Nashville. Agency first received accreditation in 2016, joining a prestigious list of agencies throughout the country […]
