MetroParks News
Summer starts early at RiverScape with free festivals, fitness opportunities
Published April 24, 2024
Five Rivers MetroParks kicks off festival season this May, along with free fitness opportunities and special events at RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E. Monument Ave. in downtown Dayton. Special events this May include MetroParks’ Passport to MetroParks on Friday, May 24, from 6 to 9 p.m. This free, family-friendly festival is an opportunity to preview all […]
Volunteer spotlight: Miamisburg High School vocational block program
Published April 18, 2024
MetroParks’ volunteers are all ages, have many interests and volunteer as individuals or in groups. Perhaps one of the most impactful volunteers MetroParks staff work with are students – the future stewards of the regions’ greenspaces. Meet the Vocational Block Program class of 2023-2024 at Miamisburg High School. This dedicated group of students volunteers in […]
Outdoor farmers market opening May 4 kicks off summer at the 2nd Street Market
Published April 16, 2024
The grand opening of the 2nd Street Market’s outdoor farmers market is Saturday, May 4, from 9 to 3 p.m. and will continue operation through the harvest season, which ends Oct. 27. The outdoor farmers market will feature more than more than 25 vendors offering fresh, in-season produce, artisan wares, specialty foods and more. In […]
MetroParks Helps People of All Abilities Access Nature
Published April 12, 2024
Your Five Rivers MetroParks are home to more than150 miles of paved and natural surface trails for hiking, cycling, mountain biking and more. The greater Dayton region is home to more than 350 miles of recreation trails – the nation’s largest paved trail network – and 270 miles of river corridor. Trails are for everyone. […]
Volunteer spotlight: Ed Stevenson
Published April 11, 2024
If you’ve helped at a Twin Valley Trail Workday, participated in the Twin Valley Trail Challenge or attended the Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience, you’ve likely crossed paths with volunteer Ed Stevenson. Stevenson joined MetroParks’ volunteer team in March of 2016 after his wife and he moved to the area to be closer to their grandkids. […]
Meet MetroParks’ new chief of operations
Published April 10, 2024
If you’ve attended a Five Rivers MetroParks event or frequented your favorite park, you may recognize Chris Pion, MetroParks’ new chief of operations! For nearly 28 years, Chris has been on the MetroParks team in many capacities, most recently as director of parks. Pion started his MetroParks journey in 1996 as a seasonal park technician […]
Spring Programs and Upcoming Events at RiverScape MetroPark
Published April 4, 2024
Have an appetite for adventure? RiverScape MetroPark has you covered! From biking to paddling, from fitness to food, there’s something fun for everyone. So, gear up for a good time and bring your friends and family for some summer adventures. Adopt-A-Park Reminder Celebrate Earth Day with MetroParks at the annual Adopt-A-Park event on Saturday, April […]
Understanding Leave No Trace in Your MetroParks
Updated March 28th, 2024
Spring is here, and that means a lot more people are about to head out to enjoy their local MetroPark. Are you making plans on heading out for a hike or a ride? Here are a few outdoor principles from Leave No Trace, an organization on a mission to ensure a sustainable future for the […]
Women’s History Month – Meet the Women of Five Rivers MetroParks
Updated March 28th, 2024
In honor of Women’s History Month, we profile some of Five Rivers MetroParks’ female employees who keep your parks beautiful, safe and open year-round. Amy Kennedy has worked for MetroParks for almost 10 years, currently as lead horticulture technician at RiverScape MetroPark. Her job is to train all new horticulture staff and take care […]
Grandma Gatewood, One of Ohio’s Most Famous Hikers
Published March 22, 2024
Emma Rowena Caldwell Gatewood, known as “Grandma Gatewood,” is considered a thru-hiking pioneer, one of America’s most famous hikers and a great ambassador for the Appalachian Trail. She is credited for helping save the nation’s foremost trail. She also helped build the Buckeye Trail, Ohio’s 1,444-mile long-distance hiking trail that circumnavigates the state – and […]
