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Walking Thru Autumn

Motter Metro Park 10740 Columbus Grove-Bluffton Road, Bluffton, OH, United States

Please join us for our 17th annual Walking Thru Autumn hiking series. Each week 60-90 participants gather for a guided hike, to take in the beauty of fall and explore some of the 30+ miles of Metro Park trails. Upon completing 6 out of the 8 offered hikes, participants will receive a 2023 Metro Parks …

EVENING HIKE

Motter Metro Park 10740 Columbus Grove-Bluffton Road, Bluffton, OH, United States

There is nothing quite like the prairie in full swing! We’ll join the Bluffton Public Library and enjoy an evening hike along a rainbow of blooms and a bustle of activity as the critters enjoy the flowers and grasses. Plan on a 1-1.5-hour hike, be prepared for the weather and ground conditions. Register by July …

Motter Metro Park

Motter Metro Park 10740 Columbus Grove-Bluffton Road, Bluffton, OH, United States

Evening Hike

Motter Metro Park 10740 Columbus Grove-Bluffton Road, Bluffton, OH, United States

There is nothing quite like the prairie in full swing! We’ll join the Bluffton Public Library and enjoy an evening hike along a rainbow of blooms and a bustle of activity as the critters enjoy the flowers and grasses. Plan on a 1-1.5-hour hike, be prepared for the weather and ground conditions.

Walking Thru Autumn – 2021 Hiking Series – 2 of 8

Motter Metro Park 10740 Columbus Grove-Bluffton Road, Bluffton, OH, United States

There is nothing quite like a brisk walk and a breath of fresh air on a crisp autumn morning! Please join us for our 15th annual Walking Thru Autumn hiking series. Each week 50-80 participants gather for a guided hike, to take in the beauty of fall and explore some of the 30+ miles of …

National Trails Day – Motter Metro Park

Motter Metro Park 10740 Columbus Grove-Bluffton Road, Bluffton, OH, United States

Celebrate National Trails Day with a walk on some of JAMPD’s 30+ miles of trails! Staff will lead guided hikes at all our major parks at 10 am. Guided hike locations include: Allen County Farm Park, Fort Amanda Park, Heritage Park, Haver Ridge, Hermon Woodlands, Kendrick Woods, McLean Teddy Bear Park, Motter Metro Park & …

HOLIDAY HIKE

Motter Metro Park 10740 Columbus Grove-Bluffton Road, Bluffton, OH, United States

It’s too busy. Come, take a breath and unwind with a brisk hike at beautiful Motter Metro Park. We’ll also enjoy the fact that, being the winter solstice, this is the first official day of winter! Dress for the weather and ground conditions. Register by Dec. 20 at 419-221-1232.

WALKING THRU AUTUMN

Motter Metro Park 10740 Columbus Grove-Bluffton Road, Bluffton, OH, United States

HIKE 4 OF 8 There’s nothing quite like a walk on a sunny, crisp autumn morning! Please join us for the 13th consecutive year of the popular Walking Thru Autumn series. Each week, 50-70 participants meet to explore some of the 29 miles of Metro Park trails. Upon completing 6 out of the 8 offered …

EARLY BIRDS

Motter Metro Park 10740 Columbus Grove-Bluffton Road, Bluffton, OH, United States

Join us at Motter Metro Park this morning to nab the proverbial worm before you start your Sunday.  We will watch birds, but birds or not, the goal is to enjoy the beauty of nature.  No experience necessary and a limited number of binoculars will be provided.  Dress for the weather and ground conditions.  Registration …

SUNSET HIKE

Motter Metro Park 10740 Columbus Grove-Bluffton Road, Bluffton, OH, United States

enjoy the sights and sounds of a late summer evening in the prairie.  Bugs sing and and bats fly while the sun sets over beautiful Motter Metro Park.  Dress for the wether and ground conditions, bring a camera if it's nice!  Registration required by Aug. 14.  Please call 419-221-1232.

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