In the News

• (August 2010) River’s new designation expected to spur tourism
• (August 2010) African American Cultural Festival returns to Dayton
• (August 2010) Interest blooming in community gardens
• (August 2010) Five Rivers MetroParks director to retire
• (July 2010) WSU prof, MetroParks biologist team up to fight invasive plant
• (July 2010) Celtic Festival mixes entertainment, education
• (July 2010) Celtic Festival kicks it up
• (July 2010) Dayton Celtic Festival headliner bands
• (July 2010) Wetland opens after seven-year restoration
• (July 2010) This year's Cityfolk crowd may be the biggest yet
• (June 2010) River projects on Mad, Great Miami considered
• (June 2010) City considering removal of low dam to allow for safer kayaking, canoeing
• (June 2010) Expansion of RiverScape is ‘proof Dayton isn’t dead’
• (June 2010) RiverScape additions invite visitors, skaters, commuters
• (June 2010) RiverScape additions to open Monday, June 28
• (June 2010) Build a butterfly haven at home
• (June 2010) City Youth Learn Life Lessons Through Gardening
• (June 2010) 10 easy ideas to help you get inexpensive exercise
• (June 2010) Ash borer found in MetroPark
• (June 2010) Countywide task force to combat drugs, violence
• (June 2010) Make A Splash At Paddle In The Park
• (June 2010) Go Local For First Friday
• (May 2010) Bike to work week kicks off
• (May 2010) River life thriving after removal of low Englewood Dam
• (May 2010) 'Bike to it' pushes pedal power
• (May 2010) Dayton awarded bike-friendly status
• (May 2010) Dayton, Ohio - An Official Bronze-Level Bicycle Friendly Community
• (April 2010) Riverscape pavilion contributes to the quality of life in Dayton
• (April 2010) Bike trail, sidewalk improvement projects to begin
• (April 2010) Area bike trails getting bigger, better
• (April 2010) Injured owl set to be released from Glen Helen
• (March2010) Unique marketing leads Dan Rivers to public market
• (March 2010) Coyote sightings becoming more common, officials say 
• (March 2010) Get your kids outside this spring
• (March 2010) Most events at local Adventure Summit are free
• (March 2010) Film featuring ultra-endurance athlete to kick off event at Wright State
• (March 2010) Something for every adventurer at annual summit
• (January 2010) Boardwalk to be built in restored wetlands, thanks to Wal-Mart grant
• (December 2009) Bike trail users spend millions of dollars locally, says survey
• (December 2009) Case study: MetroParks chooses to recycle used oil, not burn wood 
• (December 2009) Five Rivers MetroParks Recycle Used Oil
• (December 2009) Hot use for old oil
• (December 2009) MetroPark recycles oil to heat offices
• (December 2009) Parks have plenty to offer regardless of season
• (November 2009) 2nd Street Market sets Stock-Up Wednesday
• (November 2009) ODNR Recognizes Educators, Marine Patrols for Community Support
• (November 2009) MetroParks levy a big winner
• (October 2009) Free harvest festival full of kids activities
• (October 2009) 10 short hikes in nearby MetroParks
• (October 2009) Park officials taking no chances to pass levy
• (October 2009) MetroParks has acheived much since it's last levy
• (October 2009) Stock up on mints: It's time for garlic
• (October 2009) MetroParks seeks replacement levy
• (October 2009) On-street bike lanes being installed downtown
• (October 2009) Kayak, snowboard, mountain board demos highlight GearFest
• (October 2009) GearFest to showcase recreational options
• (October 2009) Bikers take to the road, parks to fight breast cancer
• (September 2009) Kayak, snowboard, mountain board demos highlight GearFest
• (September 2009) Paddling Provides Exercise, Peace of Mind
• (September 2009) Playing in the dirt: Draft horse plow match preserves the skills of the earlier era
• (September 2009) A dandgerous low-water dam removed from Stillwater River
• (September 2009) Dry summer could bring dazzling fall, ODNR says
• (September 2009) MetroParks official: Levy critical
• (September 2009) Taste of Miami Valley offers al fresco riverfront grazing at a minimal cost
• (September 2009) U Can Do It! Flyer News Fitness Column
• (September 2009) Renovated Hills and Dales MetroPark draws holiday crowd
• (August 2009) Community welcomes return of black cultural festival
• (August 2009) What are the main local issues on the november ballot?
• (August 2009) Festivals offer free weekend choices
• (August 2009) Advocates bicyclists promote health, wealth
• (August 2009) On National Relaxation Day, take a moment to enjoy life
• (August 2009) 300 cycling advocates discuss how Dayton can promote bicycling
• (August 2009) Mountain Days Artists give voice to appalachian people
• (August 2009) Free night of R&B set for Saturday at Island MetroPark
• (August 2009) Dayton set to host first regional cycling summit
• (August 2009) Vibrant, creative cities are bicycle friendly
• (August 2009) Dayton, Ohio hosting bicycle summit
• (August 2009) First ever Cycling Summit brings advocates, community leaders together
• (August 2009) Bikes are changing look, feel of cities
• (August 2009) Biologists to talk Tuesday about fish to preschoolers
• (July 2009) Wakeboard Championships in area this weekend
• (July 2009) Outrageous River Derby is your chance to walk on water in Dayton, OH
• (July 2009) A day for kids of all ages at the 2nd Street Market
• (July 2009) Dayton Celtic Festival this weekend
• (July2009) Cycling Impacts Dayton's Trails and Streets
• (July 2009) Bike ride todays to show beauty, history of recreational trail
• (July 2009) Butterflies stage escape from Cox Arboretum
• (July 2009) Volunteers needed to survey regional trail users
• (July 2009) Long-distance hiker ditches all life's distractions
• (July 2009) Stillwater River restoration nears end
• (July 2009) Kevin Riley: Go mountain biking
• (June 2009) Group works to restore luster of Marie Aull's garden
• (June 2009) Hills & Dales renovations earn raves at open house
• (June 2009) Huffman: Womans essay shows her love for her dad, nature reserve
• (June 2009) MetroParks wants fen open to general public
• (May 2009) Kayaking Offers Fun Way To Enjoy Water
• (May 2009) 'Everyone is excited' about Hills & Dales MetroPark improvements
• (May 2009) Team Challenge on tap for Friday's Bike to Work Day
• (May 2009) Community Gardens Growing Like Weeds
• (May 2009) Ditch the car and grab a prize
• (April 2009) MetroParks Vote For Replacement Levy
• (April 2009) MetroParks Annonces Upcoming Levy at Earth Day Event
• (April 2009) Wakeboarding National Championships to be held at Eastwood MetroPark
• (April 2009) VIDEO - Groundbreaking Held For RiverScape Expansion
• (April 2009) RiverScape will get $7.5 million dollar upgrade
• (February 2009) GO! Readers' choice awards
• (February 2009) WSU, MetroParks team up for summit
• (February 2009) Explorer tells women to begin outdoor adventure
• (February 2009) Reach for the summit
• (February 2009) Wright State expo to highlight Ohio's natural amusements

• (August 2010) 10th Annual Hispanic Heritage Festival returns to RiverScape MetroPark
• (August 2010) Dayton African American Cultural Festival
• (August 2010) Charlie Shoemaker Bio
• (August 2010) Executive Director Charlie Shoemaker to retire
• (August 2010) Music Venue Offers Special Venue for Teens
• (August 2010) Make it a Smooth, Soulful Saturday
• (July 2010) 2nd Street Market: Dayton's source for First Friday fun
• (July 2010) Music, arts and culture highlight Celtic Festival
• (July 2010) Kids invited to make art at the Market
• (July 2010) Avalon Takes the Island MetroPark Bandshell for Family-Friendly Concert Event
• (June 2010) Music, arts and culture of the Cityfolk Festival returns
• (June 2010) RiverScape MetroPark Phase III Construction Complete
• (June 2010) Butterfly House Ready to Open for Season
• (June 2010) Island MetroPark hosts Bluegrass Favorites
• (June 2010) Celebrate National Get Outdoors Day
• (May 2010) Make a Splash at Paddle in the Park
• (May 2010) Ditch the Drive and Bike to Work
• (April 2010) RiverScape MetroPark Joins Urban Nights Lineup
• (April 2010) Annual Plant Sales Brighten Homes
• (April 2010) 'Branch Out' for Arbor Day
• (April 2010) Shop the Market, Save the Planet
• (March 2010) Celebrate Earth Day with Adopt-A-Park
• (March 2010) Aullwood photo contest highlights local talent
• (February 2010) Get Inspired to "Get Out And Live"
• (February 2010) Claim "Victory" over Gardening Qualms
• (January 2010) Make the Market part of First Friday fun
• (January 2010) Orchid Show features exotic blossoms
• (January 2010) MetroParks Board of Commisioners names President, Vice-President
• (December 2009) Last Chance Wednesday, Dec. 23
• (December 2009) Get great gifts at the 2nd Street Market
• (December 2009) Help others, learn skills: Master classes are a win-win
• (December 2009) Celebrate Christmas on the farm
• (December 2009) 2nd Street Market makes First Friday debut
• (November 2009) Outdoor Recreation Department garners programming award
• (November 2009) Make thanksgiving special with the 2nd Street Market
• (November 2009) Winter in the MetroParks
• (November 2009) Learn how wetlands improve life in the Miami Valley
• (October 2009) Celebrate Fall at Possum Creek's Harvest Jamboree
• (September 2009) Adventure Central's Jet program receives national recognition
• (September 2009) Free family fun offered at Gourds and Ghouls
• (September 2009) Goodness gracious, great bulbs of garlic!
• (September 2009) GearFest 2009 brings vendors, enthusiasts together
• (September 2009) Celebrate old-fashioned fun at Country Fair
• (September 2009) Get a taste of everything Dayton has to offer
• (September 2009) Celebrate Aullwood's Centennial
• (September 2009) Go wild at the Animal Habitat and Migration Festival
• (September 2009) Downtown Dayton set to sizzle during annual Hispanic Heritage Festival
• (August 2009) Farm History and Ohio Heritage Shine During Draft Horse Days and U.S. Plowing Contest
• (August 2009) Mountain Days returns with appalachian entertainment
• (August 2009) Celebrate Dayton's rich heritage at the annual African-American Festival
• (July 2009) First-ever Cycling Summit brings advocates, community leaders together
• (July 2009) Music Slam offers special venue for teens
• (July 2009) Kids take over Market on special day
• (July 2009) Celtic festival returns to RiverScape
• (July 2009) Spice things up at Salsa Celebration
• (July 2009) Point of Grace, Selah set to take Island stage
• (July 2009) Fourth of July Fun
• (July 2009) MetroParks Heats Things Up For July
• (June 2009) MetroParks Brings Weekend Relief
• (June 2009) MetroParks Offers Frugal Fun for Father's Day
• (June 2009) Ladies of Bluegrass to Rock Out at Island MetroPark
• (May 2009) Become a Kayak or Canoe Guru at the 10th Annual Paddle in the Park
• (May 2009) Turn Off the TV and Come Play Outdoors - Free Concert
• (May 2009) RiverBlast!
• (April 2009) Ditch the Drive on May 15th
• (April 2009) New Babies Arrive at Possum Creek MetroPark
• (April 2009) Earth Day 2009 Highlights Opportunity to Protect Local Parks
• (April 2009) Dayton Blooms with Plant Sales at MetroParks
• (April 2009) Five Rivers MetroParks Breaks Ground for the Next Phase of RiverScape MetroPark
• (February 2009) Ring in Spring with The Miami Valley Gardening Conference!
• (February 2009) Experience the Spirit of Outdoor Adventure at The Adventure Summit!

Wenner Trust Fund

On Christmas day 2006, during a walk with their daughters in Englewood MetroPark, Craig Wenner and his wife, Pat, drown in the Stillwater River. Craig had been a part of the MetroParks family for over 23 years, and his amiable, friendly way will be greatly missed.

MetroParks has established a trust fund for Craig and Pat’s daughters, Carolyn, age 15, and Sara, age 13. Contributions to the trust fund may be made by check to Carolyn and Sara Wenner College Fund and mailed to Montgomery County Credit Union, 409 E. Monument Ave., Suite 105, Dayton, OH 45402.