Complete Rules and Regulations

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At the regular meeting of the Board of Park Commissioners of Five Rivers MetroParks held on March 13, 2009, the Board of Park Commissioners adopted the Code of Rules and Regulations of Five Rivers MetroParks, which is a codification of existing park rules and regulations supplemented by state law. The abbreviated list and language above contains a sample of these rules and regulations and is not to be construed as a complete list of said rules and regulations. The complete text of the Rules and Regulations of Five Rivers MetroParks may be obtained or viewed at the Main Office of Five Rivers MetroParks, 1375 E. Siebenthaler Ave., Dayton, Ohio 45414 or by downloading the PDF from on this web site.

Abbreviated Rules & Regulations

To insure your safety and enjoyment and that of other park visitors, and for the safety and protection of MetroParks facilities, follow these rules:

• Do not bring firewood to any MetroPark facility because of the Emerald Ash Borer infestation
• Removal of property prohibited
• Pets (where permitted) must be on a leash that is no longer than 8 feet
• Alcoholic beverages are prohibited without permit
• Motorized vehicles allowed on roads and parking lots only
• Solicitation prohibited
• Music must remain at a low volume so as to not disturb others
• Fires in grills and designated areas only
• Release of animals prohibited
• Do not approach or disturb any wildlife you may encounter
Do not litter

Fossils
Collecting a limited number of fossils by the general public is permitted with restrictions. See the Fossil Collecting Policy.

Geo-caching Policy
Geo-caching is an activity utilizing GPS units to locate hidden treasures. See the Geo-caching Policy.

Photo & Video Policy
Five Rivers MetroParks may occasionally take photos or video of park visitors for use in publications or other promotional material. Professional photographers and organizations must obtain permission from Five Rivers MetroParks prior to taking photos or video in the parks. Fill out the form on the special events page for your permit.

• Dogs are not permitted
• No picking of flowers or removal of seeds, plants or roots
• No bicycle riding in garden area

• Do not pick, collect or disturb plant or animal materials of any kind
• Do not pet or feed the farm livestock
• Hunting, frog gigging and swimming are not permitted
• Hikers and horseback riders must remain on their designated trails

• Do not feed the wildlife or remove any wildlife from the Arboretum
• Do not pick flowers, fruit, vegetables or seeds
• Do not stand or walk in the garden beds
• No pets are permitted

• Dogs allowed on leash only; leashes may be no longer than eight feet
• Swimming and wading are not permitted

• Dogs allowed on leash only; leashes may be no longer than eight feet
• Bicycles are permitted on marked bike path or bike lane only

• Dogs allowed on leash only; leashes may be no longer than eight feet
• Bicycles are not permitted on trails

• Dogs allowed on leash only; leashes may be no longer than eight feet

• Dogs allowed on leash only; leashes may be no longer than eight feet
• Pets are not permitted at the farm
• Bicycles are not permitted on trails

• DO play in RiverScape’s Interactive Fountain, but please DON'T let your dog.
• DO ride the bikeway with your bicycle, roller blades or skateboard and DO remember to yield to slower moving users and DO remember to walk it inside the park. DON'T forget to pass other users on the left. Bicycle stands are available on the backside of the two pavilions inside the park. DO remember to bring your own lock.
• DO clean up after your dog. Doggie Mutt Mitts are available free of charge from the dispenser on RiverScape’s Festival Plaza or at the Flying Dog Food Pavilion. DO remember to get an Iams Dog Biscuit from the Flying Dog Food Pavilion.
• DO come prepared to enjoy yourself, and DO leave your alcoholic beverages at home.
• DO leave your dog at home if you are coming to one of RiverScape’s large events or if you plan use the Ride the River Rentals.
• DO enjoy the reflecting pools and DO remember they are not for wading.
• DO bring a fishing pole to fish in the Great Miami River, and DO remember to bring your State of Ohio Fishing License.
• DO bring a picnic lunch or dinner, and DO remember no open flames or barbeque grills are permitted within the park.
• DO call 911 in an emergency or our law enforcement division the Five Rivers MetroParks’ Rangers at (937) 225-HELP.
• DO call Five River MetroParks’ Urban Programming Department at (937) 274-0126 if you are interested in selling anything within the Park or at one of our events as we DON'T permit any solicitation within RiverScape or at any of our events without a permit.
• DO your part to keep RiverScape clean.

• Dogs allowed on leash only; leashes may be no longer than 8 feet
• Pet droppings must be removed from trails
• Bicycles are not permitted on trails

• Dogs allowed on leash only; leashes may be no longer than 8 feet
• Bicycles are not permitted on trails

• Dogs allowed on leash only; leashes may be no longer than 8 feet

• Do not pick flowers, fruit, vegetables or seeds
• Do not stand or walk in the garden beds
• Dogs are allowed on leash only. Leashes may be no longer than eight feet.

• Dogs are not permitted in the garden.