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Monarch Tagging with MetroParks

Do you know what makes monarch butterflies unique from other insects? Join us to learn about these amazing animals and see how to safely capture, tag, and release them to help ensure future generations.

Saturday. September 19, 10:00-11:00 AM
Huffman Park

Nature in a Blink: Monarch Tagging

Experience Nature in a Blink, a year-long series where you become eyewitness to the elusive wonders of nature at your favorite MetroParks.


Each fall, monarch butterflies migrate up to thousands of miles to their overwintering sites in Mexico. Learn what makes these insects unique, as well as how to safely capture, tag, and release them. Become part of an international effort to contribute valuable data protecting this endangered phenomenon, and learn what you can do to promote their success.

Saturday. September 19, 1:00-2:00 PM
Timberman Ridge MetroPark: Timberman Ridge Kestrel Shelter

Chrisholm Animals Meet & Greet

The Chrisholm farm team will be available for you to ask questions and meet the animals who call Chrisholm MetroPark home.

Saturday. September 19, 1:00-3:00 PM
Red Barn

Friends of Chrisholm Cellar & Barn Tour

Join the Friends of Chrisholm to explore the historic Augspurger House and learn about the family who once called it home. The program will start with a short talk on the functional role of cellars and bank barns on 1800s farmsteads. This will be followed by a tour of the Pennsylvania German historic bank barn, as well as the vaulted ceiling sub-cellar, thought to be the only existing one of its kind in Butler County.

Saturday. September 19, 1:00-3:00 PM
Chrisholm MetroPark: CHF Augspurger House

Active in the Outdoors: Archery Clinic

Young Guns University is offering an archery clinic at no cost for ages 8-18 years old. Participants will learn archery basics, including steps to shooting with a bow and range safety rules. If you are experienced and have your own equipment, bring it with you. New to archery? We've got you covered! Equipment will be supplied for those who'd like to give it a try.

Wednesday. September 23, 6:30-7:30 PM
Archery Range

Operation Fresh Air

Enjoy a peaceful hike while connecting with others and exploring the woods and meadows of Meadow Ridge MetroPark. The majority of this trail is paved.

This experience, in partnership with MHARS and Butler County Veterans Services Commission, is an opportunity to unwind, recharge, and find peace in nature.

Thursday. September 24, 6:00-7:00 PM
Meadow Ridge Shelter

Limited Control Bowhunt 2026/2027

MetroParks recognizes that the population of white-tailed deer must be managed to ensure a healthy ecological system throughout the various lands owned by or under the management of MetroParks of Butler County. A humane and effective method for controlling white-tailed deer populations is through the implementation of a controlled bowhunting program.
MetroParks of Butler County will have a limited control bowhunt during the 2026/27 archery season. Available hunting opportunities will be reduced to 18 compared to 40 in 2025. This is due to two parks that have been temporarily removed from the program and a change in hunting periods. Hunting will occur at Day Farm (3 zones), Governor Bebb (1 zone), and Thomas Property (2 zones). Time periods will be 09/26/2026-10/31/2026, 11/01/2026-11/30/2026, and 12/01/2026-02/07/2027. Youth hunters will be permitted in zone 2 at Day Farm.
Applications:
Applications will be online and accepted from August 10th through September 7th, 2026. There will be a $20 application fee to cover administrative costs for processing applications.
Qualifications:
Qualifications will be held on Saturday September 12th from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM. Each applicant will be required to present a valid Ohio Hunting license at time of qualifications. All applicants must qualify with a compound bow and/or a crossbow. To qualify the applicant must place 4 out of 5 arrows into an 8 and half by 11-inch target from a distance of 20 yards. The location where qualifications will be held will be provided to applicants upon completion of an online submission.
Hunter Selection Process:
A lottery will be used to determine hunting zone and hunting period. At the completion of qualifications, hunters will select which of the 3 parks they would like to hunt in and put their name down for that park. Once qualifications are completed names will be drawn to select zone and hunting period.

Sun, Mon., Tue., Wed., Thu., Fri., Sat. Sep. 26-Feb. 7, 12:00 AM
Offsite: Offsite Program 1

Pioneer Life

Travel back in time to early 1800s Ohio at the historic Pioneer Village. Immerse yourself in the daily life of Midwest pioneers as you taste traditional foods, learn skills that time forgot, meet historic interpreters, play games, and make candles.

Saturday. September 26, 12:00-4:00 PM
Governor Bebb MetroPark: Pioneer Village Area & Historic Cabins (Private Programs)

Pioneer Life

Travel back in time to early 1800s Ohio at the historic Pioneer Village. Immerse yourself in the daily life of Midwest pioneers as you taste traditional foods, learn skills that time forgot, meet historic interpreters, play games, and make candles.

Sunday. September 27, 12:00-4:00 PM
Governor Bebb MetroPark: Pioneer Village Area & Historic Cabins (Private Programs)

Women Who Wander Hike

Join us each month for a casual one-hour walk for women to find community. This event is open to women ages 18 and up. Be sure to dress comfortably for the weather and varied terrain. We look forward to making new connections!

Sunday. October 4, 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
Governor Bebb MetroPark: Howe Shelter