This is to purchase a Daily Fishing Permit only. The Voice of America Lake is stocked annually in the spring. MetroParks fishing permits are only required to fish at VOA Lake. A State of Ohio fishing license is required to fish at all other MetroParks of Butler County locations. If you are interested in purchasing an annual fishing permit, please visit the Voice of America Welcome Center during business hours. Children 10 years and younger are permitted to fish for free but only as catch and release unless they are fishing with an adult who has paid for a Single Daily Fishing Permit or has an Annual Fishing Permit. In which case, the child's catch will count towards the paid adult's daily limit.

Experience Nature in a Blink, a year-long series in which MetroParks offers opportunities throughout the year to appreciate fleeting natural occurrences.

The moment the ground begins to thaw, the salamanders of Indian Creek are ready to go! Join us during this special evening program to observe migration from forest to vernal pools where the salamanders can safely lay their eggs.

Space is limited, so pre-registration is required. Once the migration has been confirmed, pre-registered participants will be notified the night before or morning of the program and have until 2:00 pm that day to confirm registration. All spaces not claimed by 2:00 pm will be offered to those on the waiting list. There will be three time slots on the day of the program; this pages is for the 8:30 pm time slot. Please only register for one time!

Experience Nature in a Blink, a year-long series in which MetroParks offers opportunities throughout the year to appreciate fleeting natural occurrences.

The moment the ground begins to thaw, the salamanders of Indian Creek are ready to go! Join us during this special evening program to observe migration from forest to vernal pools where the salamanders can safely lay their eggs.

Space is limited, so pre-registration is required. Once the migration has been confirmed, pre-registered participants will be notified the night before or morning of the program and have until 2:00 pm that day to confirm registration. All spaces not claimed by 2:00 pm will be offered to those on the waiting list. There will be three time slots on the day of the program; this pages is for the 9:30 pm time slot, which is only for ages 18 and up. Please only register for one time!

Spring is just around the corner. Plan for your spring herb garden! In this fun-filled workshop, children will learn how to start their own herb garden from seed. We'll explore the magic of spring planting, decorate pots, and create garden journals to track their herbs' growth. Each child will take home their planted herbs, care instructions, and growth tracking sheet. No experience needed, just curiosity and a love for nature!

Ages 5-13 (children must be accompanied by an adult).

Learn the basics of fiber arts with Mrs. Nancy Clark as she guides participants through the process of turning wool into yarn and yarn into woven fabric. Participants will learn fundamental spinning and weaving concepts as they make their own simple piece.

Ages 13+ (children under 18 must be accompanied by a paid adult)

Wish you could look up in the night sky and point to more than just the North Star? Are you even sure that's the North Star? Become a backyard stargazer as we discover the legends, science, and tricks to finding constellations in the night sky without equipment. Leave this family-friendly program prepared to wow your friends with your new astronomical knowledge as you point out your favorite winter constellations.

Experience Nature in a Blink, a year-long series in which MetroParks offers opportunities throughout the year to appreciate fleeting natural occurrences.

Love is in the air! Enjoy the sights and sounds of the mating display of the American Woodcock during this crepuscular (early evening) hike. Whether you call it a timberdoodle or a bog sucker, learn about the mysterious lifestyle of this shorebird. Plan to hike over uneven and muddy terrain, and dress appropriately for the weather.

This introductory class covers the fundamentals of sourdough bread making. Participants will learn how to feed and maintain a sourdough starter, understand the fermentation process, and practice basic techniques for mixing, shaping, and baking. The class is designed for those with little to no experience and aims to provide a solid foundation for baking sourdough at home.

Ages 13+ (children under 18 must be accompanied by a paid adult).

Friends of Chrisholm's Carmon Hacker will demonstrate how she makes carrot cake from scratch using her family's special recipe. Following the demonstration, you will assemble the dry ingredients and take the mix home to add the rest of the ingredients and bake your own cake!

Ages 13+ (children under 18 must be accompanied by a paid adult)

THIS REGISTRATION IS FOR THE 7:40 PM EGG HUNT TIMESLOT AT TIMBERMAN RIDGE METROPARK ONLY.

Bring your own flashlight and we'll take care of the eggs. Register for your desired start time to access our eggs-clusive egg hunt. Eggs-perts who find enough eggs can trade them in for a treat. Egg hunts start every 20 minutes. You are currently registering for the 7:40 PM timeslot.

Need more eggs-citement? Visit with animal ambassadors to learn about eggs in nature or head out on the trail to spot even more eggs-quisite eggs. These activities will be open from 7:30 PM - 9:15 PM, so you can plan time for them before or after your egg hunt.

OTHER TIMESLOT OPTIONS CAN BE REACHED FROM THE PUBLIC PROGRAMS PAGE.

Participants must be 12 years of age or under.