Published January 20, 2017
Former MetroParks CEO Inducted In National 4-H Hall Of Fame
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Former Five Rivers MetroParks chief executive officer Marvin Olinsky will be celebrated for his recent induction into the National 4-H Hall of Fame on Jan. 30. A private reception will be hosted at Adventure Central, 2222 James H. McGee Blvd. at 5:15 p.m. Members of the media are invited to attend.
Olinsky’s lifelong commitment to 4-H and creation of one of Dayton’s most innovative outdoor education partnerships earned him this top honor.
Olinsky had a vision to connect urban youth with nature in a positive context, with the goal of creating capable and contributing citizens. The result was Adventure Central, a youth program and partnership with Five Rivers MetroParks, 4-H and the Ohio State University Extension that is still thriving at Wesleyan MetroPark in Dayton. Since opening in 2000, Adventure Central has served more than 2,500 youth with 100,000 direct contact hours.
Challenged with dyslexia as a child, Olinsky’s parents wanted to provide him with unique learning opportunities, including 4-H. He credits 4-H with his educational success and passion to engage underserved children.
ABOUT ADVENTURE CENTRAL
The result of a partnership among Five Rivers MetroParks, The Ohio State University Extension and 4-H Youth Development, Adventure Central has served the youth of West Dayton since 2000. Adventure Central, located at Wesleyan MetroPark, promotes positive youth development education and leadership skills using an environmental foundation in a welcoming, safe, fun and active setting that utilizes volunteers and community resources. To learn more about Adventure Central, log onto www.metroparks.org/adventure-central or call 937-278-2601.
