MetroParks

Five Rivers MetroParks protects the region's natural heritage and provides outdoor experiences that inspire a personal connection with nature.

[Daytonlibrary @Daytonlibrary]

Connect with your community at Cox Arboretum @MetroParksTweet with our West Carrollton Branch team! Enjoy a nature scavenger hunt and journals (while supplies last!). Meet us on 8/9/2023 at 3 PM near the Park's parking lot. Let's walk together 🚶‍♀️🌳 #CommunityWalk #NatureAdventure

[Brett Bogan @coolrunner72]

Shop local and eco-friendly, check out 2nd street market in dayton! From our visit last week with my Waste-Free Dayton Co-Director, Natalie. https://t.co/RiQoFLh5cj @MetroParksTweet

[Veronica Nunamaker @VNunamaker]

Owls, turtles & snakes, oh my! 🦉🐢🐍 @JuniorLeague of Dayton volunteered with nature-based literacy activities alongside the @MetroParksTweet to reduce the #summerslide for local students. Thanks for hosting @Daytonlibrary ❤️

[Hannah Krafka @hannahkrafka]

Nothing better than a park! Thank you @MetroParksTweet 🌳

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As a friendly reminder, the City of Dayton Fireworks are not at RiverScape MetroPark on July 3; Rather, they are at Kettering Field (444 N. Bend Blvd). Learn more: https://t.co/a3gVcPTsqj

[MetroParks @MetroParksTweet]

July is less than a day away and programs are posted! We're hitting the mountain biking trails at MoMBA, catching fireflies, playing Music Bingo and much, much more. Plus, learn how you can step up your sustainability game with free programs: https://t.co/X9fdK5ZlJr

[MetroParks @MetroParksTweet]

Happy summer! It's the summer solstice - the longest day of the year! Get out and enjoy the extra long sunshine today in your favorite Five Rivers MetroPark.

[MetroParks @MetroParksTweet]

Have fun on the water and paddle safe this season!
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[MetroParks @MetroParksTweet]

Happy #PrideMonth to our park staff, visitors and volunteers who celebrate. 🏳️‍🌈We'll be at Courthouse Square tomorrow spreading some MetroParks cheer during Dayton's annual PRIDE festival. You can also stop by the 2nd Street Market all month for special PRIDE month opportunities.

[ThinkTV @ThinkTV]

A trip to the park can be about much more than the playground! Our latest virtual field trip with @MetroParksTweet goes deep into the woods and out to the creek to meet cool creatures, see new habitats and more: https://t.co/GNdI8smsp1.

[MetroParks @MetroParksTweet]

You may have heard your Five Rivers MetroParks has a new CEO, Karen Hesser. Learn about her experience, favorite parks and trails, and what makes her excited about MetroParks' future. https://t.co/vi1ZubJLwa

[MetroParks @MetroParksTweet]

Bike Month is almost over, but you can keep the good times rolling with suggested rides from outdoor recreation coordinator Jordan Hart. He shared his favorites with our friends at @daytondotcom : https://t.co/vQsa1QZprf

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We love a good ice cream face! It's starting to feel like summer and the 2nd Street Market has cool treats, in-season produce and everything you need for a family picnic. Learn more: https://t.co/JLbAGLGUNr.

[Lucy’s Pastry Palace @LucysPastry]

Making #CookieCakes for 2nd Street Market in #DaytonOhio. @MetroParksTweet @DaytonDotCom

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Lifejackets on! It’s National Safe Boating Week and your MetroParks wants everyone to have safe, fun experiences on the water this warm weather season. Learn more about finding the right type of lifejacket for your next adventure with help from Jordan. https://t.co/iP0fTOj7Bz

[MetroParks @MetroParksTweet]

We'll see you tomorrow at Passport to MetroParks! https://t.co/B6x7XwPqUC

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During high winds and certain weather conditions, the fountain may not operate or turn off early. Check out our alerts page at https://t.co/lC61gOFtu5 for information on all of MetroParks' closures.

[MetroParks @MetroParksTweet]

How do you know it's summer? The Five Rivers Fountain of Lights! The Fountain of Lights operates from Memorial Day-Labor Day, every day. Catch them for 10 minutes at the top of the hour Monday-Friday (6:55 a.m. to 10:05 p.m.) and Saturday-Sunday (10:55 a.m. to 10:05 p.m.)

[Mike Squire @msquire03]

Enjoyed a morning ride with my neighbors to Bike to Work Day 2023 and the Miami Valley Bike Summit!

@MetroParksTweet #biketoworkday @cityofdayton

[University of Dayton Magazine @daymag]

Look at this beautiful crew! Thanks, @MetroParksTweet, for a sweet pancake breakfast. #BikeToWorkDay #TeamUD