Join Metroparks Toledo and Pulitzer Prize-winning author Elizabeth Kolbert for a critical conversation exploring the world's most pressing climate issues. Ms. Kolbert, a leading voice in environmental journalism, is renowned for her groundbreaking work in books like "The Sixth Extinction" and "Under the White Sky." She is the recipient of numerous awards and has been a staff writer for The New Yorker since 1999.
Are you ready for an artistic adventure? Wild about watercolor? Art of Nature camp provides campers with new creative opportunities and experiences in our northwest Ohio region. Campers will enjoy age-appropriate eco-friendly art activities exploring Metroparks' habitats through upcycled crafts, nature journaling, painting, drawing, music, and more!
Lace up your roller skates, Toledo! The Ribbon at Glass City Metropark, the outdoor mixed-use skating trail located next to the Market Hall building, will feature an open-air roller skating, roller blading & scooter trail experience from April 6, 2024 through October 20, 2024.
Metroparks Toledo hosts the biggest annual event of the year at Side Cut Metropark. Metroparks is for everyone and Outdoor Expo invites the community to try tree climbing, kayaking, rock climbing, mountain biking, Kids Zone and much more. Metroparks outdoor skills experts will be on hand to guide you as you discover your next outdoor passion--regardless of ability. This is a FREE Family Friendly event. No Reservations Required.
Lush carpets of early bloomers like cutleaf toothwort, yellow trout lily and spring beauties entice us to return to see what surprises each week will bring.
Spring is the perfect time to enroll in the yearlong Metroparks Trail Challenge, and this month there is an added incentive. Sign up for the Trail Challenge in April and get the full summer and fall to collect as many rewards as possible, plus extra prizes courtesy of Yark Automotive.
In March, walleye fishermen head for Side Cut.