Get in the garden to celebrate Minority Health Month
Updated May 7th, 2021
On the heels of National Gardening Day, which was April 14, MetroParks celebrated all things growing with Leah Bahan-Harris, the general manager of the soon-to-open Gem City Market. April is also National Minority Health Month, a great reason to take a deeper look at access to community assets that support equitable health, from public programs […]
Earth Day every day
Updated May 6th, 2021
Today, April 22, is Earth Day, a day where we celebrate all the natural world provides us, from the air we breathe to the food grown from its soil. At MetroParks, every day is Earth Day — and we hope you will join us in adopting some fun Earth-friendly habits to maintain your commitment to […]
Brood X buzz: What to expect from this year’s cicadas
Updated May 6th, 2021
Emerging only once every 17 years, Brood X cicadas have many wondering what to expect in their yards and in MetroParks as the weather warms. Perhaps the most important thing to understand is that cicadas are harmless to humans and pets, they do not bite, and they are not poisonous. What are cicadas? While there […]
2020 Bike Tips Wrap-up
Updated April 22nd, 2021
Update: While we’re planning your 2021 Virtual Bike Month, you can prepare to celebrate with us. Check out these videos we’ve made to help you Get Ready to Ride! Planning to buy a new (or new to you) bike? Jordan can help you choose the right bike! Make sure your bike is ready to ride. […]
2020 Ride of the Week Wrap-up
Updated April 22nd, 2021
Update: While we continue to plan your Virtual Bike Month, you can check out these rides we highlighted in the 2020 Virtual Bike Month Ride of the Week segment. Week One: Wegerzyn MetroPark to Deeds Point MetroPark Start: Park at Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark, 1301 E. Siebenthaler Ave. This ride to Deeds Point Metropark and back […]
Let’s get growing – it’s National Gardening Day!
Published April 14, 2021
April 14 is National Gardening Day, and there are so many reasons to get outside and admire the blooming gardens in your MetroParks – and perhaps even plant a garden yourself! Gardening is the perfect pastime for those who want low-impact movement and to grow their own healthy produce, while also giving back to the […]
Read a book and get green with MetroParks and Wright Memorial Public Library
Published April 8, 2021
Five Rivers MetroParks is partnering with Wright Memorial Public Library to celebrate Earth Day with a conservation-based community read. Virtual events during the month will focus on Douglas Tallamy’s work and his book Nature’s Best Hope, A New Approach to Conservation That Starts in Your Yard. While not required reading, the book will be discussed […]
Love is in the (Fresh) Air
Published February 11, 2021
7 free or low-cost Valentine’s Day adventures in MetroParks Valentine’s Day may be a little different this year as many people may not be comfortable with the go-to “dinner and movie” outing. If you’re looking for a safe, low-cost and fun way to celebrate Valentine’s Day with your significant other, look no further than the […]
Stick to the trails, stick to your goals
Published January 28, 2021
In this new year, find ways to take the next step to find new hobbies, create a more active lifestyle and build new skills. The region’s trails — which are free and open year-round — are a great springboard to finding a new healthy and enriching lifestyle. Part of sticking to your resolutions is setting […]
Recycle live holiday trees at Eastwood MetroPark
Published January 4, 2021
Once you’ve taken down your live holiday tree, take it to Eastwood MetroPark where it will be used to support conservation efforts in Dayton-area state parks. Five Rivers MetroParks is working with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) to collect 450 used holiday trees for important conservation projects in local state parks. Trees can […]