The full moon in July is known as the Buck Moon! This moon is named so for the peak growth time of the antlers of male white-tailed deer, or bucks.
Join in with volunteers from the Cincinnati Astronomical Society and Cincinnati Observatory as we take a peek at the moon, stars, and the night sky using telescopes in the park. Learn about the Supermoon that will take place mid-week on July 13th!
Registration is required for this nighttime program and space is limited!
Special Show and Tell with guest stars from Three Valley Conservation Trust! Do you have what it takes to be a farmhand and to do work on a farm? Do you know what a CSA is? Explore life on the farm through fun games, activities, snack and help feed the farm animals, too.
Fun FREE program for all ages. Registration requested, walk-ins welcome.
Yoga improves strength, balance and flexibility and helps to manage stress and anxiety levels. Yoga also offers relaxation, ways to better manage stress and the wonderful support of a warm and welcoming community! Practicing yoga outside in nature has proven to lower heart rate/blood pressure and even boost immunity!
Yoga in the Park will he held in the gazebo next to the lake at Voice of America MetroPark. Please bring your own mat.
Online registration is required by 5:00 p.m. on the date of the program.
Are you ready to rock out with MetroParks?!
Join MetroParks and presenting sponsor, UC Health, every Wednesday from May 25th to August 10th for FREE outdoor concerts at the Athletic Complex at Voice of America MetroPark in West Chester, Ohio. Come early to enjoy all new exciting pre-show activities and stay for the excellent food trucks and tunes.
6PM - 7PM: It's not a bird, or a a plane, it's.... actually it is a plane! An RC plane, that is. Cincinnati's ONLY all-electric RC club, The Cincinnati Silent Flyers, will be present before the concert for participants to get an up close look at their unique and interesting planes.
7PM - 9PM: Cincinnati Transit Authority- Does anybody really know what time it is? We do- It's time for you to come see this band! A dedicated tribute band of 8 talented Rock, Jazz, and Blues musicians, this is a concert you just can't miss.
Food Truck: Binge Worthy
Join MetroParks and Butler Soil and Water Conservation District every Thursday in June and July from 10:00a.m. – 12:00p.m. as we explore creeks and waterways in the parks throughout Butler County.
We will be at a different park each week, so there are always new areas to explore! We'll look for creek critters such as: amphibians, fish, reptiles, macroinvertebrates, and even fossils!
This week at Indian Creek MetroPark - Oxford-Reily Road Area, help us to explore this incredibly healthy creek! Wildlife galore can be found here.
Please wear close-toed shoes for all creeking events. Based on unsafe weather and/or water levels, cancellations are possible. Please check back here, the MetroParks of Butler County website*, or the MetroParks Facebook page** for any potential updates.
*Website: https://www.yourmetroparks.net/
**Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/metroparks/
How important is water on the farm? Water is life saving to plants, animals and people, too. Come prepared to get wet with some fun water activities! Enjoy a craft and visits with the farm animals and join our special guests from the MidPointe Book mobile, too.
Fun FREE program for all ages. Registration requested, walk-ins welcome.
Summertime is here! What better way to enjoy it than with fun summer programs in the Parks?!
During The Nature of Kids summer series, join MetroParks of Butler County with partners Butler Soil and Water Conservation District and Ohio State University Extension every Friday for exciting summertime fun!
Join in this week for a waterful and exciting day full of games, a creek walk, and of course, WATER! A key part of all life, let's learn about water, why it's important, and have a great time in the park while doing so!
The Nature of Kids summer programs rotate to a different MetroPark every two weeks. Be sure to always check the location for each program!
Due to the popularity and structure of these programs, large groups, such as day camps, cannot be accommodated.
MetroParks offers a full array of programs for private groups of all sizes. Please contact Programs@YourMetroParks.net for more information.
Join the Friends of Chrisholm for a tour of the Augspurger House! During this tour, you will learn about the rich history of the Augspurger family, including the Amish Mennonite story and the farming history of the region. 
Summertime is full of life! Let’s go hiking to visit the habitats of Harbin Park. There are so many plants that are leafed out and in bloom, so let’s explore the trails to check them out! Insects and animals use these plants to survive. Let’s see what we can find!
FREE and open to all ages! Pre-registration is requested by calling 513-867-5348. We’ll meet at the Overlook Shelter.
BOATS! BOATS! BOATS! Cardboard boats, that is. MetroParks of Butler County and presenting sponsor UC Health are excited to announce the return of the Crazy Cardboard Regatta on Saturday, July 16th from 11:00 AM-3:00 PM at Voice of America MetroPark in West Chester!
Do you think you’ve got what it takes? Then, sign your team up to build your own cardboard boat and join the amazing race around the lake!
Sea legs aren’t quite ready; you say? No problem! Vendors, entertainment, activities, and more await you upon shore.
Either way, come on out for some summer family fun, and don’t forget to keep calm and boat on! FREE for spectators!
Boat builders register at the link below! Early bird pricing ends June 25, 2022.
Cash or check will be required for boats registering the day of the event.
https://tinyurl.com/2022-Crazy-Cardboard-Regatta
