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MetroParks Daily Fishing Permits-2026

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 MetroParks of Butler County locations. If you are interested in purchasing an annual fishing permit, please visit the Voice of America Welcome Center during business hours. Children 10 years and younger are permitted to fish for free but only as catch and release unless they are fishing with an adult who has paid for a Single Daily Fishing Permit or has an Annual Fishing Permit. In which case, the child's catch will count towards the paid adult's daily limit.

Sun, Mon., Tue., Wed., Thu., Fri., Sat. Jan. 1-Dec. 31, 8:00 AM-8:00 PM
Administrative Fees: Fishing Permit

Seeds, Bees, and Me

Explore Chrisholm's gardens and see what pollinators we can find! Become a pollinator helper by creating watering stations and native seed balls to support the pollinators that live around your home.


Ages 6+

Saturday. May 2, 1:00-2:30 PM
Chrisholm MetroPark: CHF Augspurger House

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 aged 18 and up. Be sure to dress comfortably for the weather and varied terrain. We look forward to making new connections!

Wednesday. May 6, 5:30-6:30 PM
Gilmore Ponds MetroPark: Gilmore Ponds - Bilstein Boulevard Area

Big Week of Birding Hike

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.

Saturday. May 9, 8:00-9:00 AM
Gilmore Ponds MetroPark: Gilmore Ponds - Bilstein Boulevard Area

Daisy Girl Scouts: Animal Observer/Trail Adventure

Animals are all around us if you know what to look for. Adventure out on the trails as we track the clues they leave behind and even play some of our favorite animal-themed games along the trail. From tracks, to sounds, and even scat, everything will get recorded in our handmade field notes.


This program is for Daisy Girl Scouts. Scouts must be accompanied by a paid, participating adult.

Saturday. May 9, 9:30-11:30 AM
Timberman Ridge MetroPark: Timberman Ridge Kestrel Shelter

Big Week of Birding Hike

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.

Saturday. May 9, 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
Harbin Park - Stone Shelter

Big Week of Birding Hike

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.

Sunday. May 10, 8:00-9:00 AM
Governor Bebb MetroPark: Howe Shelter

A Mindful Hike

Connect with nature and yourself through a few guided mindfulness practices along the trail. We'll walk, pausing to focus on the breath and being fully immersed in our surroundings. This experience, in partnership with MHARS and Butler County Veterans Services Commission, is an opportunity to unwind, recharge, and find peace in nature.

Thursday. May 14, 5:00-6:00 PM
Indian Creek Springfield entrance-Mayer Shelter

Bike to Work Day: Rise & Ride on High Main

Kick off National Bike to Work Day with a fun community ride beginning at 6:30 am. All riders can stop by for light breakfast bites and coffee between 7:00 and 9:00 am on the High Main bridge. Spoken Bicycles will be on hand to fix loose chains, pump up tires, and help get your bike ready to roll!

Friday. May 15, 6:30-9:00 AM
Fitton Center on-ramp of the Great Miami River Trail

Fun on the Farm

Butler County's renowned farming past and present collide at Chrisholm MetroPark for Fun on the Farm! Explore the historic grounds and tour the 1800s Augspurger House with the Friends of Chrisholm. Want to get the dirt on composting and foraging? Discover the self-sufficient farm lifestyle while learning from local demonstrators. Always wanted to raise your own chickens? Meet special guest animals and MetroParks' own farm ambassadors to get the full scoop. Wherever your wind vane turns, there's sure to be fun for the whole family!

Saturday. May 16, 12:00-4:00 PM
Chrisholm MetroPark