December 20, 2025 10:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for a hike to participate in Audubon's 126th Christmas Bird Count. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced birder, you can help collect December bird species numbers for the longest-running community science survey in North America. Dress for the weather and prepare to walk on uneven trails and across fields. All ages FREE
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January 10, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for the 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. Winter Hike Series 2026 starts off with a bang at Rentschler Forest MetroPark, featuring winding trails through the woods along the Great Miami River. These guided hikes will average about 3 miles and end with a hot beverage and a bowl of soup. Vegetarian option available.
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January 16, 2026 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Let's hike by the light of the moon! See the park in a different light as we talk about moon lore and animal communication. Please dress for the weather and bring appropriate footwear for steep and icy trails.
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January 17, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for the 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. Timberman Ridge MetroPark sprawls out along a restored prairie ridge, offering panoramic views across the forested valley. These guided hikes will average about 3 miles and end with a hot beverage and a bowl of soup. Vegetarian option available.
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January 24, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for the 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. Meadow Ridge MetroPark's trails wind through restored prairie and woodland, while winter wildlife may be spotted around the lakes and ponds. These guided hikes will average about 3 miles and end with a hot beverage and a bowl of soup. Vegetarian option available.
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