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Group Hikes

Embark on a journey with fellow enthusiasts or enrich your knowledge on the go! We’ve got your hiking experience sorted. Explore our curated group hike programs, each with unique themes that cater to diverse interests. While some adventures may call for registration, rest assured, this list is regularly refreshed to align with the changing seasons.

GOLDEN MARATHON

Ages 55+
Get moving this season with SourcePoint’s Golden Marathon outdoor Hikers!
Register Here
Mondays, 1:30 p.m.
March 3 – Char-Mar Ridge Park
March 31 – Gallant Woods Park
Mondays, 9:30 a.m.
April 7 – Blues Creek Park
April 28 – Emily Traphagen Park
May 19 – Deer Haven Park
May 26 – Hickory Woods Park

YOGA SERIES

10 a.m. Yoga, 11 a.m. Hike, Ages 15+
Deer Haven Park
Get a great start to your weekend with yoga followed by a spring hike! For beginners and anyone who practices yoga. Come to yoga and stay for the hike, or join us for either program.
Saturday, March 1 – Register by Feb. 26
Saturday, April 5 – Register by April 2
Saturday, May 3 – Register by April 30

HOGBACK RIDGE GEOLOGY HIKE

Saturday, March 8, 1 p.m. Hogback Ridge Park, All Ages
Spend an afternoon with geologists from the Ohio Geological Survey and explore Hogback Ridge Park’s geology and glacial history. Meet at the nature center, and wear waterproof footwear for moderate hiking.

GUIDED WILDFLOWER HIKES

Shale Hollow Park
Delaware County Master Gardeners will lead guided hikes showcasing Ohio’s seasonal woodland wildflowers.
Friday, April 4, 1:30 p.m. – Ages 55+
Saturday, April 5, 1:30 p.m. – All Ages
Friday, April 18, 10 a.m. – Ages 55+
Monday, April 21, 10 a.m. – All Ages
Saturday, April 26, 10 a.m. – All Ages

MAY THE FOREST BE WITH YOU

Sunday, May 4, 3 p.m. Hogback Ridge Park, Ages 7+
Celebrate May 4th with a Star Wars inspired rugged forest hike to the osprey platforms! We’ll start at Hogback Ridge Park and trek the primitive equestrian trail. We’ll cross creeks and scale steep hillsides, so wear sturdy boots and bring binoculars.

OFF TRAIL HIKE

Sunday, May 18, 10 a.m. Char-Mar Ridge Park, Ages 7+
This guided hike takes you off the usual trails to discover hidden gems and wildlife in their natural habitats. Moderate difficulty and elevation changes.

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Programs

FLEX Trails (Free Local EXercise)

FLEX Trails are established along the trails at Char-Mar Ridge Preserve. Stations set up along the trails include signs that explain how to do various exercises, right there, with no equipment

Geocaching in Preservation Parks

Geocaching and letterboxing are fun hobbies that provide a great reason to enjoy the outdoors. Preservation Parks does allow geocaches and letterboxes to be placed in the parks, as long as Park District guidelines are followed.

Group Hikes

Embark on a journey with fellow enthusiasts or enrich your knowledge on the go! We’ve got your hiking experience sorted. Explore our curated group hike programs, each with unique themes that cater to diverse interests.

Mindfulness Trail

This 1 mile walk invites you to several stations that will provide different ways to practice mindfulness along the trail.

Photography Contest

Showcase the beauty and history of Delaware County’s Preservation Parks! Capture landscapes, wildlife, or moments that celebrate these protected spaces. Open to all skill levels. Share your vision and help inspire a deeper appreciation for our natural and cultural heritage.

School & Community Outreach

Looking for a fun and engaging learning experience for your school classroom or community group? From night hikes to live animal programs and farm tours to agricultural heritage programs, the Preservation Parks Outdoor Connections Department offers field trip programs covering a variety of natural and cultural history topics. Most are free for Delaware County groups and organizations only, and a great way to introduce your group to our county’s cultural and natural heritage. Scout groups can check out our Scout Badge Days, offered throughout the year.  

Winter 100

Walk 100 miles or 100 kilometers (62
miles) from January 1 – March 31, 2024. Register, log your distance, and be connected to a community of walkers this winter.

Winter Letterbox Adventure

The clues located on these pages guide you on a winter exploration of FIVE different parks and help you learn more about the wonders of space. Instead of a traditional letterbox, you will find a sign at each park.

Programs

Group Hikes

Embark on a journey with fellow enthusiasts or enrich your knowledge on the go! We’ve

Mindfulness Trail

This 1 mile walk invites you to several stations that will provide different ways to

Photography Contest

Showcase the beauty and history of Delaware County’s Preservation Parks! Capture landscapes, wildlife, or moments

Winter 100

Walk 100 miles or 100 kilometers (62
miles) from January 1 – March 31,