November 25, 2024
Local family earns state recognition for volunteer efforts inspired by their son’s legacy and love of nature
Read MoreIt is often said that parents would “move heaven and earth for their children.” When Mike and Kate Lehner lost their son, Leo, that is quite literally what they decided to do – move earth at a local MetroPark in his honor. In 2021, high school freshman, Leo Lehner, passed away after an incident during […]
While temperatures may inspire you to head indoors, your physical and mental health benefit greatly from time spent outdoors year-round. Help boost your mood, have fun and stay active with the MetroParks Ice Rink’s new 14 for Fitness Challenge. On your first visit to the MetroParks Ice Rink, ask for a 14 for Fitness card […]
November 18, 2024
Extra theme skates, lessons and more – MetroParks Ice Rink opens Nov. 29
Read MoreOffering a safe, family-friendly experience for skaters of all ages, the MetroParks Ice Rink will officially open on Friday, Nov. 29, at RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E. Monument Ave. The MetroParks Ice Rink – located under the RiverScape Pavilion – is the region’s largest outdoor ice rink, offering beautiful views of the Great Miami River. Opening […]
November 7, 2024
Festive events, opportunities to shop local at the 2nd Street Market this season
Read MoreThe 2nd Street Market, 600 E. Second St. in downtown Dayton, will offer visitors unique shopping and programming opportunities during the holiday season starting this November. A Five Rivers MetroParks facility, the Market features more than 50 small businesses that offer fresh, local food; pantry staples; hand-crafted items; and more. “There is a seasonal excitement […]
Montgomery County residents voted to pass Issue 35, Five Rivers MetroParks’ 1.0-mill, 10-year levy. “Five Rivers MetroParks is essential to our quality of life, and the parks stimulate community economic development,” Chief Executive Officer Karen Hesser said. “We greatly appreciate the support of the voters. These results reinforce how much our community values the high-quality […]
The Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience’s Exhibitor Village will feature up-and-coming, local and beloved national brands offering a variety of gear, from children’s outdoor items to ebikes. Vendors include: Spinera: Inflatable kayaks and paddleboards Euphree: ebikes Suspenz: Canoe and kayak carts Basecamp Outdoors Co: Bags, apparel, other hard goods* DaylightBrand: Apparel Trailhead Trader: Consignment outdoor gear** […]
October 2, 2024
Guest Article: River Stewards Engage With Community, Volunteer in MetroParks
Read MoreWhile we paddle, pause to consider how it feels to see Dayton from here in the river, rather than seeing the river from the city streets; if you take the time to look, your understanding of our city and our river could change completely,” explains Eleanor Yates-McEwan to a group of University of Dayton […]
Five Rivers MetroParks welcomes visitors to explore the harvest season outdoors during Fall Family Adventure on Saturday, Oct. 19, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark, 1301 E. Siebenthaler Ave. Supported by the Wegerzyn Gardens Foundation, Fall Family Adventure offers a mix of traditional festival fun and hands-on educational opportunities that highlight how […]
September 23, 2024
Hundreds of volunteers needed to help support fall projects in MetroParks
Read MoreFive Rivers MetroParks will host its annual fall service day, Make a Difference Day, from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Oct. 26. Register online by Friday, Oct. 25, at metroparks.org/make-a-difference. People of all ages will work on 18 projects across 13 sites throughout Montgomery County and assist with many important projects, from planting trees […]
The Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience – a Five Rivers MetroParks event – invites visitors to explore the active side of Dayton with two days of outdoor adventure that celebrates Dayton as the Outdoor Adventure Capital of the Midwest. The free festival is held at Eastwood MetroPark (park side), 1385 Harshman Rd. in Dayton, from 11 […]
