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At Five Rivers MetroParks, many of our programs and facilities are specifically designed to improve your health and the health of others in the Miami Valley. Your MetroParks are free to use – so come out and start building your healthy lifestyle.
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Fri 05/02 - 05/30
1:00 PM - 1:45 PM 		Baby and Me Yoga

Bond with your baby, tone your body and soothe your spirit. This class for all experience levels adapts traditional yoga postures and breathing techniques to meet the physical and mental needs of new parents. The beautiful garden setting is a soothing environment for physical discovery and provides an opportunity to connect with your baby in a unique way. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat or towel and a blanket for baby. In case of inclement weather, class will be held inside the Wegerzyn Center. Program begins at 1 PM Reservations required & limited:

Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark  Free
Sat 05/17
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM 		Spring Trail Trekker Series: Wegerzyn Gardens Trek

Exercise outdoors by walking in MetroParks this spring. This Trail Trekker hike will exlpore Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark; meet in parking lot.

Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark All agesFree
Wed 05/21
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM 		Ohio's One-Mile Fitness Walk

Healthy Ohio would like to encourage you to get active. Healthy Ohio is sponsoring the fourth annual Healthy Ohio Fitness Walk. Help us reach our goal of over 100,000 Ohioans walking one mile on this date by participating in our walk departing from RiverScape MetroPark. Meet at the Flying Dog Food Pavilion.

RiverScape MetroPark All agesFree
Sat 05/24
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM 		Spring Trail Trekker Series: Englewood MetroPark Trek

Exercise outdoors by walking in MetroParks this spring. This Trail Trekker hike will exlpore Englewood MetroPark; meet in parking lot.

Englewood MetroPark All agesFree
Wed 06/04
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM 		Sugarcreek 5K and 10K

5K and 10K run sponsored by the Ohio River Road Runners Club. For details call Stacy Silverstein at 296-4752.

Sugarcreek MetroPark All ages$2.00
Past Activities
The programs below have been run in the past and may appear in the future. Call (937) 277-4374 to find out when they may be offered again or to put in a request.
Drive Less, Live More
This multi-event campaign encourages drivers to try alternative transportation in May and June. The Drive Less, Live More campaign is an initiative of the Greater Dayton Regional Transit Authority, Miami Conservancy District, Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission and Five Rivers MetroParks. Learn more at www.drivelesslivemore.org.
National Bike to Work Day Pancake Breakfast
Join Five Rivers Outdoors and the area's cycling community for the annual celebration of National Bike to Work Day. Take some time to refuel yourself, save some gas and join the cycling community by biking to the Market. Enjoy a free breakfast and music by Dan Rivers as well as T-shirts for the first 200 participants
Cycling Adventure Teen Camp
Get a taste of cycling and mountain biking at this day camp with Five Rivers Outdoors. Participants learn about basic maintenance, safety equipment and riding skills, and get a chance to peddle on the beautiful Creekside Recreation Trail.
Walking and Running at the 2nd Street Market
Are you looking for a new trail or route to enjoy this year? Join Five Rivers Outdoors staff at the 2nd Street Public Market to learn about the various opportunities in the region for running and walking. Discover wooded and recreation trails in MetroParks, local clubs and retailers, and much more.
Day Hiking in the Appalachians
Explore the Shenandoah Valley during 4 days of day hikes that will take you to mountain tops, gorgeous valleys and spectacular waterfalls. Glimpses of Civil War history add interest along the way. Hike the famous Appalachian Trail along with other area trails. Soak in the mountains as you enjoy scenic drives while in transit between hiking locations.
Another Dam 50K
This is a 50K (31-mile) race, consisting of 4 loops of the 7.9 mile course. Sponsored by the Ohio River Road Runners Club (ORRRC). Complete information, including the route, can be found at www.fmfhome.com/ad50K or call Frank Fenton at (937) 684-4117.
Sugarcreek 5K and 10K
Sponsored by the Ohio River Road Runners Club (ORRRC). For details go to www.orrrc.orgor call Gary Hemmelgarn at (937) 294-4104.
Carriage Hill 5K Trail Run
This 5K trail run is sponsored by the Ohio River Road Runners Club (ORRRC). For details, go to www.orrrc.org or contact Jeff Coudron at (937) 485-0421 or westmiltontriathlon@yahoo.com.
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Partners
Five Rivers MetroParks is excited to work with local outdoor specialty shops that form the backbone of a thriving outdoor recreation community.
Clubs
The greater Dayton area and surrounding region is privileged to have dozens of outdoor oriented clubs ready to help you Get Out & Live! Contact these clubs to find more area residents interested in outdoor fitness activities:
 
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