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MetroParks Daily Fishing Permits- 2024

This is to purchase a Daily Fishing Pass only. The lake at Voice of America is stocked annually and ready for fishing. MetroParks Fishing Passes are only needed at the Voice of America lake. A State of Ohio fishing license is required to fish at all other locations. If you are interested in purchasing an annual Fishing Pass, please visit the Voice of America Welcome Center during business hours. Children 5 years and younger can fish for free.

Sun, Mon., Tue., Wed., Thu., Fri., Sat. Jan. 2-Dec. 31, 8:00 AM-8:00 PM
Administrative Fees: Fishing Permit

New Year's Day Orienteering Adventure

Welcome the New Year with with an adventure! Explore courses of various lengths and difficulty with a detailed map, finding a series of marked checkpoints. Orienteering Cincinnati will offer free instruction for beginners. For more information and registration, visit https://www.ocin.org/home.php for more information and to register.
Cost is $10 for OCIN members & $15 for non-members

Wednesday. January 1, 11:00 AM-1:00 PM
Murstein Cabin

Winter Hike Series - Voice of America MetroPark

Join us for the 2nd annual MetroParks of Butler County Winter Hike Series! This weekly hiking event will highlight the beauty of Butler County in winter by exploring a different park each week. This week's hike will take place at Voice of America MetroPark. These guided hikes will average about 3 miles and end with a hot beverage and a bowl of soup. Vegetarian option available. $10/person/hike, children under 5 free

Saturday. January 4, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
The Lodge

Full Moon Night Hike

Let's hike by the light of the moon! See your park in a different light as we talk about moon lore and animal communication. Please dress for the weather.

All ages
FREE

Friday. January 10, 6:30-7:30 PM
Harbin Park

Winter Hike Series - Rentschler Forest MetroPark

Join us for the 2nd annual MetroParks of Butler County Winter Hike Series! This weekly hiking event will highlight the beauty of Butler County in winter by exploring a different park each week. This week's hike will take place at Rentschler Forest MetroPark. These guided hikes will average about 3 miles and end with a hot beverage and a bowl of soup. Vegetarian option available. $10/person/hike, children under 5 free

Saturday. January 11, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Rentschler Forest MetroPark: RFM-HF Walsh Shelter - 5701 Reigart Rd

Little Learners January Nature Series

Little learners and their caregivers will discover nature and science topics together through hands-on experiences and outdoor time. You and your little learner are sure to have a wonderful time.

January 14 - It's All in the Snow
How do snowflakes, icicles and winter weather affect what we do on the farm? Be prepared to make your own snow, ice experiments and other fun activities along with visit the farm animals.
January 21 - Winter is for the Birds
Come on down to the farm and learn about how birds survive the winter through fun hands-on activities and crafts. Help us make presents for our winter birds at the park and in your back yard, too.
January 28 - Nappers, Snackers and Movers
Let's explore how animals survive the winter months by hibernating, migrating or tolerating through activities and a live animal demonstration.

Ages 2-5 years old (with accompanying adult)
Registration required
$15/child for the 3-week long series

Tuesday. January 14, 10:00-11:30 AM
Chrisholm MetroPark: Chrisholm Picnic Shelter
Chrisholm MetroPark: CHF Augspurger House

Discovery on the Farm - Mittens and PJ Party

Wear your pajamas and mittens to celebrate winter at the farm! Discover who is living in our "mitten" at the farm. Find out if they are wearing their winter pajamas indoors, mittens outdoors or both!

Registration required
$5/child ages 3-10 years old (two and under free)

Thursday. January 16, 10:00-11:30 AM
Chrisholm MetroPark: Chrisholm Picnic Shelter
Chrisholm MetroPark: CHF Augspurger House

Winter Hike Series - Meadow Ridge MetroPark

Join us for the 2nd annual MetroParks of Butler County Winter Hike Series! This weekly hiking event will highlight the beauty of Butler County in winter by exploring a different park each week. This week's hike will take place at Meadow Ridge MetroPark. These guided hikes will average about 3 miles and end with a hot beverage and a bowl of soup. Vegetarian option available. $10/person/hike, children under 5 free

Saturday. January 18, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Meadow Ridge Shelter

Winter Hike Series - Timberman Ridge MetroPark

Join us for the 2nd annual MetroParks of Butler County Winter Hike Series! This weekly hiking event will highlight the beauty of Butler County in winter by exploring a different park each week. This week's hike will take place at Timberman Ridge MetroPark. These guided hikes will average about 3 miles and end with a hot beverage and a bowl of soup. Vegetarian option available. $10/person/hike, children under 5 free

Saturday. January 25, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Kestrel Shelter

Discovery on the Farm - Brrr...It's Cold as Ice

Did you know that before refrigeration, ice farming was very important for Butler County? Meet a first-person character from the 1800's who will share stories about collecting ice from local ponds and learn how refrigeration changed this type of farming. Join in the fun ice games and activities.

Registration required
$5/child ages 3-10 years old (two and under free)

Thursday. January 30, 10:00-11:30 AM
Chrisholm MetroPark: Chrisholm Picnic Shelter
Chrisholm MetroPark: CHF Augspurger House