Five Rivers MetroParks

We collaborated with our friends at the Montgomery County Board of Developmental Disabilities to host an informational event about accessibility in your Five Rivers MetroParks. We heard from MetroParks educator and naturalist Joshua York about where to visit in MetroParks, in addition to enjoying a tram tour and wildflower walk! You can learn more about accessible facilities in MetroParks by visiting the link in our comment/bio!

✨Chase adventures, not trends.✨ Celebrate National Trails Day tomorrow, June 6, by disconnecting from your apps and hitting the trails. New to the outdoors? Start with the FREE MetroParks Trails Challenge. Link in comment.

A huge thank you to Square One Salon and Spa and The Rubi Girls for supporting the Five Rivers MetroParks Foundation. Last April, they hosted Earth Month fundraisers that support really important projects at Possum Creek MetroPark. Read all about it below! 💚💙⬇️

A huge thank you to Square One Salon and Spa and the The Rubi Girls for their incredible support during Square One's Earth Month Fundraiser!

Thanks to the generosity of Square One's staff, clients, and community supporters, funds were raised in support of the Possum Creek ADA Trail and Fishing Outcrops Project, making the outdoors more accessible for people of all abilities.

We are especially grateful to the Rubi Girls for partnering in this effort and helping make a lasting impact on our parks and community.

Together, you're helping create more opportunities for everyone to connect with nature and enjoy the beauty of Possum Creek MetroPark. Thank you for making a difference! 💚🌎🎣♿

📣“My No. 1 thing is that everyone should wear a life jacket, especially in canoes and kayaks,” Waller said.📣

Ranger Waller talks about getting on the water safely and boating guidelines, and our friend Charlie of Taiters Kayak shares more info about renting kayaks this summer!

‘I like the tranquility of it’: How to paddleboard on the river in Dayton Warm sunshine, a slight breeze and calm, cool water – the peacefulness of paddling is unmatched.

Nights out, fitness and good vibes don't have to break the the bank!💸 This summer at RiverScape MetroPark, we're hosting Summer Music Series concerts, music bingo, fitness programs and much, much more. All fun - all FREE! Bonus: Tatiers Kayak is hosting rentals on Wednesdays and Fridays from 5 to 9 p.m. so you can enjoy paddling under the Five Rivers Fountain of Lights. ($15/person)

Cassette Junkies are up this Friday from 7 to 9 p.m. playing your fav 70s and 80s tunes. See what all is happening this month at Dayton's front porch: https://zurl.co/qIMQu

It takes teamwork to create healthy habitats, and our community is a big part of that. A huge shout out to an Eagle Scout who created 30 fish attractors as his project. MetroParks rangers and park staff sunk these structures into Possum Creek’s Fishing Pond (1) to help support life at the lowest bottom of the aquatic food chain. This means healthier fish, too.

In 2024, MetroParks began stocking native fish at Possum Creek’s ponds, including large mouth bass, bluegill, redear sunfish and minnows. Now, our conservation team is focused on enhancing habitat to support sustainable fish populations. These efforts include adding native plants, such as pond lilies, rises and pickerelweed and reducing mowing along the pond’s edges. Now that mowing has stopped along select sections, vegetation has grown which helps with erosion, improves water quality and increases biodiversity. Next step – invasive species management to keep those pesky plants away from the pond!

Join us as we embark on a hunt for the perfect shot! 📷 Join us for Photography Scavenger Hunt this Saturday at Cox Arboretum from 10 to 11:30 a.m. We'll have a list of things to find in the park and then we'll all take a peek at each participants shots! Space is limited; registration is required: https://zurl.co/bVOzT

Bites, books and bikes this Sunday at the 2nd Street Market! Drop in to grab a bite from your favorite vendors, explore some local history and then embark on a lovely ride. Details below. ⬇️

We'll be at Dayton Pride this Saturday with our Wildlife Ambassadors. Swing by and see us during the festival! 💚💙💚