Weekend Activities
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Griggs
Reservoir Clean-up
Saturday, June 6, 2009
9AM
Griggs Reservoir
Help make Griggs better for everyone with this morning litter clean-up. Presented by Columbus Department of Public Utilities and the Scioto Boat Club. For more information, call (614) 645-1748.
Saturday, June 6, 2009
9AM
Griggs Reservoir
Help make Griggs better for everyone with this morning litter clean-up. Presented by Columbus Department of Public Utilities and the Scioto Boat Club. For more information, call (614) 645-1748.
Fishing Has No
Boundaries
Saturday, June 6, 2009
Hoover Reservoir
Fishing Has No Boundaries is a national organization providing fishing opportunities for all persons with disabilities. Their annual event will be held at Hoover Reservoir. Reserve your spot by May 1, 2009 by calling Tanya Fernandez-Mote at 614-432-4726. FHNB Columbus Chapter Web Site
Saturday, June 6, 2009
Hoover Reservoir
Fishing Has No Boundaries is a national organization providing fishing opportunities for all persons with disabilities. Their annual event will be held at Hoover Reservoir. Reserve your spot by May 1, 2009 by calling Tanya Fernandez-Mote at 614-432-4726. FHNB Columbus Chapter Web Site
Rain Garden Workshop
Saturday, June 6, 2009
9AM
Ohio 4-H Center
Learn how a rain garden can be a healthy and picturesque part of your landscaping. Presented by the Franklin Soil and Water Conservation District (www.franklinswcd.org), (614) 486-9613 ext. 125.
Saturday, June 6, 2009
9AM
Ohio 4-H Center
Learn how a rain garden can be a healthy and picturesque part of your landscaping. Presented by the Franklin Soil and Water Conservation District (www.franklinswcd.org), (614) 486-9613 ext. 125.
Explore Big Walnut Creek
Saturday, June 6, 2009
2PM
Three Creeks Park
We’ll use nets, buckets, and scoops to uncover macro invertebrates and other critters in our creeks. For more information, call Jill Snyder at 614-409-9914. www.metroparks.net
Saturday, June 6, 2009
2PM
Three Creeks Park
We’ll use nets, buckets, and scoops to uncover macro invertebrates and other critters in our creeks. For more information, call Jill Snyder at 614-409-9914. www.metroparks.net
Passport to Fishing
Sunday, June 7, 2009
1PM - 3PM
Three Creeks Park
Learn about fish habitat, knots, casting and fishing tips, doing the Division of Wildlife's Passport to Fishing program. Complete all the stages to receive a fishing pole. Ages 7-12. Call (614) 409-9914 with questions. www.metroparks.net
Sunday, June 7, 2009
1PM - 3PM
Three Creeks Park
Learn about fish habitat, knots, casting and fishing tips, doing the Division of Wildlife's Passport to Fishing program. Complete all the stages to receive a fishing pole. Ages 7-12. Call (614) 409-9914 with questions. www.metroparks.net
The Reel Paddling Film
Friday, June 12, 2009
Starts at dark
Thompson Park, Upper Arlington
View some of the year's best paddling films. Festival World Tour 2009 presents The Reel Paddling Film. If rained out we will have the showing Sunday, June 13, 2009. For more information, call Outdoor Source at 614-457-3620.
Friday, June 12, 2009
Starts at dark
Thompson Park, Upper Arlington
View some of the year's best paddling films. Festival World Tour 2009 presents The Reel Paddling Film. If rained out we will have the showing Sunday, June 13, 2009. For more information, call Outdoor Source at 614-457-3620.
Adena Brook Clean-up
Saturday, June 13, 2009
9AM
Adena Brook Community
Help beautify the Adena Brook by picking up litter and removing invasive plants. For more information, call (614) 263-8125.
Saturday, June 13, 2009
9AM
Adena Brook Community
Help beautify the Adena Brook by picking up litter and removing invasive plants. For more information, call (614) 263-8125.
80 Kites Over The Dutch
Fork Wetlands
Saturday, June 13, 2009
10AM - 4PM
Dawes Arboretum
Come to the Dutch Fork Wetlands at The Dawes Arboretum and learn how a wetland functions as you fly “your” kite over the wetland ecosystem. Walk a meandering trail and pause along the way to engage in some supervised, fun, hands-on activities using dip nets and collecting pans. Why 80 kites? The Dawes Arboretum is celebrating its 80th Anniversary in June, 2009. Remember to bring your own kite, your enthusiasm and most of all your curiosity!
For more information, call 740-323-2355.
Saturday, June 13, 2009
10AM - 4PM
Dawes Arboretum
Come to the Dutch Fork Wetlands at The Dawes Arboretum and learn how a wetland functions as you fly “your” kite over the wetland ecosystem. Walk a meandering trail and pause along the way to engage in some supervised, fun, hands-on activities using dip nets and collecting pans. Why 80 kites? The Dawes Arboretum is celebrating its 80th Anniversary in June, 2009. Remember to bring your own kite, your enthusiasm and most of all your curiosity!
For more information, call 740-323-2355.
Bonsai Show
Saturday, June 13, 2009
12PM - 7PM
Dawes Arboretum
Dawes Arboretum presents a look at these unique trees. For more information, call 740-323-2355.
Saturday, June 13, 2009
12PM - 7PM
Dawes Arboretum
Dawes Arboretum presents a look at these unique trees. For more information, call 740-323-2355.
Boating on the Hoover
Reservoir
Saturday, June 13, 2009 (& June 20, 2009)
10AM – 2PM
Hoover Reservoir
Bring a picnic, then enjoy a summer midday boat ride on Hoover Reservoir. Presented by the City of Columbus. For more information, call Chris Dundon at 614-645-1721.
Saturday, June 13, 2009 (& June 20, 2009)
10AM – 2PM
Hoover Reservoir
Bring a picnic, then enjoy a summer midday boat ride on Hoover Reservoir. Presented by the City of Columbus. For more information, call Chris Dundon at 614-645-1721.
Pond Safari
Sunday, June 14, 2009
4PM - 7PM
Sharon Woods Metro Park
Stop by to view underwater creatures and try your hand at catching them with nets. Meet at the fishing dock at the Schrock Lake West Bulletin Board. For more information, call the Sharon Woods Naturalist Office at (614) 865-4507. www.metroparks.net
Sunday, June 14, 2009
4PM - 7PM
Sharon Woods Metro Park
Stop by to view underwater creatures and try your hand at catching them with nets. Meet at the fishing dock at the Schrock Lake West Bulletin Board. For more information, call the Sharon Woods Naturalist Office at (614) 865-4507. www.metroparks.net
Olentangy River Clean-up
Saturday, June 20, 2009
9AM
Various locations around the Olentangy Watershed
Kick-start this summer Saturday by helping clean up litter and removing invasive plants in the Olentangy watershed. There will be groups at several places throughout the watershed, so people who are interested should call FLOW for details: hdean@olentangywatershed.org (Heather Dean) or (614) 267-3386. www.olentangywatershed.org/
Saturday, June 20, 2009
9AM
Various locations around the Olentangy Watershed
Kick-start this summer Saturday by helping clean up litter and removing invasive plants in the Olentangy watershed. There will be groups at several places throughout the watershed, so people who are interested should call FLOW for details: hdean@olentangywatershed.org (Heather Dean) or (614) 267-3386. www.olentangywatershed.org/
Alum Creek Clean-up and
Canoe Float
Saturday, June 20, 2009
9AM
St. Mary of the Springs, 2320 Airport Dr., Columbus, Ohio
Float down Alum Creek in your own canoe or kayak and help clean litter from the creek. For more information and to RSVP, contact Kim Williams at kwilliams@friendsofalumcreek.org or (614) 409-0511 and visit FACT's web site www.friendsofalumcreek.org. Also view more event information at this site: Canoe Float.
Saturday, June 20, 2009
9AM
St. Mary of the Springs, 2320 Airport Dr., Columbus, Ohio
Float down Alum Creek in your own canoe or kayak and help clean litter from the creek. For more information and to RSVP, contact Kim Williams at kwilliams@friendsofalumcreek.org or (614) 409-0511 and visit FACT's web site www.friendsofalumcreek.org. Also view more event information at this site: Canoe Float.
Boating on the Hoover
Reservoir
Saturday, June 20, 2009
10AM – 2PM
Hoover Reservoir
Bring a picnic, then enjoy a summer midday boat ride on Hoover Reservoir. Presented by the City of Columbus. For more information, call Chris Dundon 614-645-1721.
Saturday, June 20, 2009
10AM – 2PM
Hoover Reservoir
Bring a picnic, then enjoy a summer midday boat ride on Hoover Reservoir. Presented by the City of Columbus. For more information, call Chris Dundon 614-645-1721.
Spring Creek Adventure
Saturday, June 20, 2009
2PM
Sharon Woods
Start by meeting others at Apple Ridge Picnic Shelter. Hike 1/2-mile to the cool waters of Spring Creek and search for aquatic life. Wear close-toed shoes. For more information, call the Sharon Woods Naturalist Office at 614-865-4507. www.metroparks.net
Saturday, June 20, 2009
2PM
Sharon Woods
Start by meeting others at Apple Ridge Picnic Shelter. Hike 1/2-mile to the cool waters of Spring Creek and search for aquatic life. Wear close-toed shoes. For more information, call the Sharon Woods Naturalist Office at 614-865-4507. www.metroparks.net
Buckeye Cup Regatta
(Day
1)
Saturday, June 20, 2009
9AM - 6PM
Alum Creek Reservoir
The Buckeye Cup Regatta has been postponed. See the event's web site below for more information.
The "Buckeye Cup Regatta" is a two day race boat exhibition held near Columbus Ohio at the Alum Creek State Park. http://www.buckeyecupregatta.com/
Saturday, June 20, 2009
9AM - 6PM
Alum Creek Reservoir
The Buckeye Cup Regatta has been postponed. See the event's web site below for more information.
The "Buckeye Cup Regatta" is a two day race boat exhibition held near Columbus Ohio at the Alum Creek State Park. http://www.buckeyecupregatta.com/
Fishing at Schrock Lake
Sunday, June 21, 2009
11AM - 2PM
Schrock Lake
Bring your dad or grandpa and enjoy fishing at the lake. Poles and some bait provided. Ages 15 and younger or 60 and older are permitted to fish in Schrock Lake. Meet at the fishing dock at the Schrock Lake West Bulletin Board. For more information, call Metro Parks Naturalist Office 614-865-4507. For more information, call the Sharon Woods Naturalist Office at (614) 865-4507. www.metroparks.net
Sunday, June 21, 2009
11AM - 2PM
Schrock Lake
Bring your dad or grandpa and enjoy fishing at the lake. Poles and some bait provided. Ages 15 and younger or 60 and older are permitted to fish in Schrock Lake. Meet at the fishing dock at the Schrock Lake West Bulletin Board. For more information, call Metro Parks Naturalist Office 614-865-4507. For more information, call the Sharon Woods Naturalist Office at (614) 865-4507. www.metroparks.net
Kayak Seminar
Sunday, June 21, 2009
11AM - 12PM
Hoover Reservoir
Learn everything thing you need to know to start kayaking. We will talk about the difference between kayaks, discuss kayak gear, safety considerations and where to go. Then stay for the summer solstice paddle at noon to watch other kayaks or bring your own kayak or canoe to join the fun. For more information, call Outdoor Source at 614-457-3620.
Sunday, June 21, 2009
11AM - 12PM
Hoover Reservoir
Learn everything thing you need to know to start kayaking. We will talk about the difference between kayaks, discuss kayak gear, safety considerations and where to go. Then stay for the summer solstice paddle at noon to watch other kayaks or bring your own kayak or canoe to join the fun. For more information, call Outdoor Source at 614-457-3620.
Summer Solstice Paddle
Sunday, June 21, 2009
12PM - 3PM
Hoover Reservoir
To promote four season paddling, we invite everyone to join us for a warm paddle and cool drinks at Hoover Reservoir this summer Solstice and Father's Day. Bring your own boat. For more information, call Outdoor Source at 614-457-3620.
Sunday, June 21, 2009
12PM - 3PM
Hoover Reservoir
To promote four season paddling, we invite everyone to join us for a warm paddle and cool drinks at Hoover Reservoir this summer Solstice and Father's Day. Bring your own boat. For more information, call Outdoor Source at 614-457-3620.
Jackson Pike Waste Water
Treatment Plant Tour
Saturday, June 27, 2009
9AM
Discover some of the sophisticated processes our waste water goes through. Closed shoes required. Register at COSI Kick-Off Night Friday, May 29 or call Anita Musser 614-645-5970.
Saturday, June 27, 2009
9AM
Discover some of the sophisticated processes our waste water goes through. Closed shoes required. Register at COSI Kick-Off Night Friday, May 29 or call Anita Musser 614-645-5970.
Three Creeks Festival
Saturday, June 27, 2009
11AM - 3PM
Three Creeks Park
Join us for a family fun day to celebrate recreation and watersheds at Three Creeks. Enjoy hands-on environmental exhibits, crafts, guided hikes, bike safety checks, games, canoeing, creek critter catching, live animals from the Ohio Wildlife Center, and more! www.metroparks.net
Saturday, June 27, 2009
11AM - 3PM
Three Creeks Park
Join us for a family fun day to celebrate recreation and watersheds at Three Creeks. Enjoy hands-on environmental exhibits, crafts, guided hikes, bike safety checks, games, canoeing, creek critter catching, live animals from the Ohio Wildlife Center, and more! www.metroparks.net
And also visit additional water events with ODNR's Explore the Outdoors Program:
Family Fishing
Saturday, June 6, 2009
6 - 9PM
Blendon Woods Metro Park
Bring the whole family for a fun evening of fishing at Blendon Woods. Part of ODNR's Explore the Outdoors program.
Saturday, June 6, 2009
6 - 9PM
Blendon Woods Metro Park
Bring the whole family for a fun evening of fishing at Blendon Woods. Part of ODNR's Explore the Outdoors program.
Catch a Fish
Thursday, June 18, 2009
9 - 11AM
Howe Pond Park (Canal Winchester)
Part of ODNR's Explore the Outdoors program.
Thursday, June 18, 2009
9 - 11AM
Howe Pond Park (Canal Winchester)
Part of ODNR's Explore the Outdoors program.
Fishing Program
Saturday, June 20, 2009
2:30 - 4PM
Slate Run (Canal Winchester)
Bring the whole family for a fun afternoon of fishing at Slate Run. Part of ODNR's Explore the Outdoors program.
Saturday, June 20, 2009
2:30 - 4PM
Slate Run (Canal Winchester)
Bring the whole family for a fun afternoon of fishing at Slate Run. Part of ODNR's Explore the Outdoors program.
Explore a Wetland
Saturday, June 27, 2009
9 - 11AM
Walnut Creek Park
Part of ODNR's Explore the Outdoors program.
Saturday, June 27, 2009
9 - 11AM
Walnut Creek Park
Part of ODNR's Explore the Outdoors program.
For general questions and comments
contact Amanda at 614-233-4112.