Upcoming Programs & Events

• The Howl

  October 15, 2024 5:00pm - 7:00pm

  Bark your calendars for the Howl, Voice of America MetroPark's costumed-canine celebration. Explore Wiggly Field with your dog, visit treat stations sponsored by friends from the local pet community and compete in the cutest costume contest Butler County has ever seen! Create canine cuisine, test out enriching toys, and spark your dog's creativity to become the next Pupcasso. The costume contest awards ceremony will begin around 6:15pm. All ages Pay at the door $5/dog participant (Human family and friends are free of charge)

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• Fall Foliage Hike

  October 19, 2024 10:00am - 11:00am

  Why do leaves change color and what determines the predominant colors we see the fall? Join us to enjoy nature's last bold display before the winter quiet. Meet at the Overlook Shelter. All ages Free

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• Orienteering Trail of Treats

  October 19, 2024 11:00am - 1:00pm

  Adventure with a map! Participants get a detailed map to locate a series of control points shown on the map. Suitable for all ages, you may complete for the fastest time, or enjoy a leisurely hike using a map to explore the park. Each event offers five different courses of varying difficulty and length-there is one suitable for every adventurer. Trail of Treats is designed for young children. Upon finishing the course, children may select a prize to take home. Costumes are encouraged, but conditions may be muddy. Registration is required at ocin.org/events.php $4/child for Trail of Treats ($10/family maximum, accompanying adults FREE) $10/older children & adults for challenging courses. Multiple courses at no additional charge.

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• Pumpkin Hunt

  October 19, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm

  Did you know that pumpkins come in all sizes, shapes, and colors? Find your favorite pumpkin hidden at the farm and enter it into the pumpkin Olympics. Visit with the farm animals and play pumpkin games. Ages 2 - 8 years Registration required by Friday, October 18. $5/child over 2 years old

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• Orienteering Trail of Treats

  October 26, 2024 11:00am - 1:00pm

  Adventure with a map! Participants get a detailed map to locate a series of control points shown on the map. Suitable for all ages, you may complete for the fastest time, or enjoy a leisurely hike using a map to explore the park. Each event offers five different courses of varying difficulty and length-there is one suitable for every adventurer. Trail of Treats is designed for young children. Upon finishing the course, children may select a prize to take home. Costumes are encouraged, but conditions may be muddy. Registration is required at ocin.org/events.php $4/child for Trail of Treats ($10/family maximum, accompanying adults FREE) $10/older children & adults for challenging courses. Multiple courses at no additional charge.

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