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.

Use a map and compass to explore Governor Bebb MetroPark. Suitable for all ages, there will be easy, medium, and challenging courses. Cost is $10/person, $5 for youth under 18. Registration and more information at https://www.ocin.org/events.php

Get your feet in the water and see what critters you can find! Butler Soil & Water Conservation District and MetroParks educators will provide their expertise and everything you need for creeking. Closed-toed shoes are recommended.

Join MetroParks and MidPointe Library staff on a toddler sensory nature hike. We will explore the area utilizing our senses with fun hands-on activities along the trail. Participants must have an accompanying adult.

Ages 1-3

What's hidden under the rocks and in the sediment of your favorite MetroParks creeks? Explore the living and fossilized creatures found in our creeks and see if you would also be proud to call these bodies of water home. Closed-toed shoes are recommended.

This event is open to all Augspurger descendants, historical Butler County Amish Mennonite community descendants, Friends of Chrisholm members, and those interested in learning more about the Friends of Chrisholm organization. Guest speaker Eric Burgess will present A Volcano and the Year Without Summer - How They Changed Ohio. Hear updates on FOC's current activities including progress with the "Save Our Cellar" fundraiser, a tour of the cellar, and lunch. Registration is requested by reaching out to Friends of Chrisholm: friendsofchrisholmfarmstead.org

Discover a path to serenity with Brittany Michelle, of Moonlit Mindfulness13, for rejuvenating yoga classes in the park, where nature meets tranquility. Embrace the calming benefits of mindfulness and movement under the open sky and find your inner peace. Bring a mat if you have one.

Celebrate MetroParks' 70th Anniversary as we reveal our 70 favorite elements of the park experience. From the fossil-filled creeks to the tops of the towering trees and constellations beyond, get an inside view of what makes the history and nature of your MetroParks so unique. Every ID70 program in 2025 spotlights seven interesting subjects in each category; attend all ten to add 70 new pieces of park and nature knowledge to your collection.

See what's blooming at Sebald MetroPark when you learn to identify seven of our favorite summer wildflowers with the help of MetroParks' outdoor educators.

Registration required.
Free for all participants.

In the evening twilight, join us on a short and easy hike to search for fireflies. Learn from MetroParks educators about why and how they make their light and how you can attract them to your own backyard as you take part in a tradition as old as time.

What's hidden under the rocks and in the sediment of your favorite MetroParks creeks? Explore the living and fossilized creatures found in our creeks and see if you would also be proud to call these bodies of water home. Closed-toed shoes are recommended.