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 park locations. If you are interested in purchasing an annual fishing permit, please visit the Voice of America Welcome Center during business hours. Children 5 years and younger can fish for free.
Ice Fishing is NOT Permitted.

Join the Friends of Chrisholm and explore the historic Augspurger house. Learn about the family who once called it home.

Step back in time to the early 1800s as you take a self-guided walk through the Pioneer Village. A few of the cabins will be open to explore, with educators on site in historic dress to help with activities and answer any questions.

Join us for a unique outdoor concert presented by Miami University students. Surrounded by towering trees and the soft hum of wildlife, this event blends live music with the natural world. This immersive experience highlights the connection between music and the environment featuring original compositions. Bring your lawn chairs and picnic blankets to enjoy an afternoon of inspiring performances in a breathtaking setting.

Adventure with a map! Get a detailed map to locate a series of control points shown on the map. Suitable for all ages, compete for the fastest time, or just enjoy a leisurely hike. Each event offers five different courses of varying difficulty and length.
Egg orienteering is designed for young children. At each checkpoint collect eggs, then select a prize upon finishing the course. Cost is $4/child ($10 family maximum). No cost for accompanying adults.

Older children and adults may complete the more difficult course. Cost is $10/person. Multiple courses at no additional charge.
Registration is required at www.ocin.org/home.php

Ever wondered what wildlife you can find in your own city? Help us kick off the 2025 City Nature Challenge! We will help you get started recording your best observations of wild plants, animals, or fungi. You can also be a part of this citizen science initiative from anywhere! All observations in Butler County recorded in iNaturalist from April 25 - April 28 are automatically added to our local project, part of the larger global challenge.

Ever wondered what wildlife you can find in your own city? Help us kick off the 2025 City Nature Challenge! We will help you get started recording your best observations of wild plants, animals, or fungi. You can also be a part of this citizen science initiative from anywhere! All observations in Butler County recorded in iNaturalist from April 25 - April 28 are automatically added to our local project, part of the larger global challenge.

Spring is in full swing, and it's a fantastic time for birding in Butler County, with many migrating species you may not see any other time of year! Novices and experts alike hike with us to see who's passing through your parks. Binoculars are available for use during this hike. This program is part of the ID 70 challenge.

Spring is in full swing, and it's a fantastic time for birding in Butler County, with many migrating species you may not see any other time of year! Novices and experts alike hike with us to see who's passing through your parks. Binoculars are available for use during this hike. This program is part of the ID 70 challenge.

The Friends of Chrisholm welcome Brian Smith, Executive Director of the Butler County Historical Society, to discuss life on a farm in the 1800's. Learn about the tools used, types of crops grown, and the role of agriculture in Southwestern Ohio's development.