Outdoors

**Le sud du 15eme arrondissement de Paris entre ses coins "nature", ses lieux pittoresques et sa modernité :-)** **Groupe PEM whatsapp 0683208657 :** **https://chat.whatsapp.com/JrZttbQmVmhFliGQkpVETt** (pour recevoir le programme de la semaine et avoir la localisation du groupe) 3600 abonn(é)es **Promenade nature Parc Citroën /Parc Brassens + découverte des jardins colorés...** **Price / prix : 10 euros \*\*\*** **(Tarif 18/25 ans de 5 euros par étape sur justificatif** **Passage par :** * le Parc Citroën, * les jardins colorés, * le Parc Brassens, * la Petite Ceinture, * le marché aux livres, * l'église insolite, * l'impasse des artistes * "Lucien" * le Paris gourmand...... .... **Paris et l'île de France en 178 parcours (numéro 50 / 178)** Le règlement pourra se faire sur place en espèce ainsi qu'en ligne... Soit sur Billetweb : https://www.billetweb.fr/pro/pem Soit sur Wero (1h avant un événement) : https://wero-wallet.eu/fr (mon phone 0683208657) **Abonnements mensuel et annuel** à la date d'achat à partir qui revient à 25 euros par mois (que 5 abonnements en ligne) pour l'abonnement annuel et 42 euros par mois pour l'abonnement mensuel https://www.billetweb.fr/pro/pem Rendez-vous : 13h30 à la sortie 1 du métro Javel (ligne 10) à coté vous avez le RER C Javel Attention le rendez-vous est à 13h30, prenez bien vos précautions pour arriver avant 13h30, au + tard à 13h35 nous partirons, il est pas sur que nous puissions vous répondre au téléphone après 13h35 :-) Il sera de votre responsabilité de garder les marcheurs de devant en vue et de suivre le sens de la marche **Aujourd'hui le rythme sera du niveau 5 :** 4,5 km / 4,9 km heure\*\* \*\* Les niveaux des promenades et des randonnées : Niveau 1 + de 6,2 km heure (Power Hike / Commando...) Niveau 2 : 5,7 km / 6,1 km heure (Rapide, pratiquement aucun arrêt du début à la fin) Niveau 3 : 5,2 km / 5,6 km heure (Soutenue, pratiquement aucun arrêt du début à la fin) Niveau 4 : 4,8 km / 5,2 km heure (Moyen +) **Niveau 5 : 4,5km / 4,9 km heure (Moyen -)** Niveau 6 : 3,9 km / 4,4 km heure (intermédiaire) Niveau 7 : Autour de 3,5 km heure (cool) Niveau 8 : Sous 3,5 km heure (méga cool) **Le concept :** PEM axe + ses sorties sur les lieux insolites, les découvertes, la nature et le sport sur Paris et l'île de France. PEM n'organise pas de promenades ou de randonnées dans le style des conférenciers, ils sont assez nombreux sur Paris, ils sont très bons dans leur domaine et leurs tarifs, les durées de leurs événements et leurs vitesses de marche ne sont pas les mêmes que nous. Si possible à chaque fin de parcours nous allons prendre un verre. Vous n'aurez pas au cours d'une promenade ou d'une randonnée une conférence sur 'histoire de France" ou sur "l'histoire d'un quartier". Un guide papier avec l'historique du parcours vous sera donné en début de sortie. Le but premier c'est de discuter et d'échanger avec des personnes dans le groupe qui viennent de tous les univers et d'un peu partout dans le monde tout en découvrant une exposition cachée, un bar insolite, une pâtisserie qui sort de l'ordinaire, un trompe l'oeil, des enseignes classées, un musée inhabituel, des graffitis pratiquement illisibles, un marché improbable, une forêt, une ferme... :-) Nous sommes un groupe atypique. Au plaisir de vous voir lors d'un prochain événement :-) Nous sommes un groupe atypique. Au plaisir de vous voir lors d'un prochain événement :-) Pour recevoir le programme de la semaine vous pouvez aussi nous rejoindre sur le **Groupe PEM Telegram**[masked] : https://t.me/+S4tmmrfjwkYZzjOl Sur le **Groupe PEM Signal** : https://signal.group/#CjQKIJ0hU-el8dg9MS6z7WMSOJ746G68Kkc_tqc7orwMRHPLEhD3HbTMv2mCvbcWvSi808mC Sur le **Groupe PEM Viber** : https://invite.viber.com/?g=K3Z3oJaCmVEOWcAMXKNPqmGrkPmPIOtP Sur la **Page** **Instagram PEM** pour voir les photos et les vidéos des événements passés : https://www.instagram.com/pariseventsmeetup/?hl=fr A bientôt :-)

***Updated start: Marie d’Issy*** **Sans Clue H3 R\*n 1191 \| From Issy to Là\-Bas R\*n** 🐰 Hares: Wandering 2 Lips & Pleasing Semen 👣 Trail: A-to-B trail, bag drop 🧭 Directions: Metro line 12, station Issy-Les-Moulineaux 📍 Meeting Point: follow the markings 💶 Hash Cash: 10 € (Hash cash is collected to keep our club active, and also to pay for your beer and food.) 🥐 Bring what you need. Up to you, but this could include water, sunblock, snow goggles, survival snack, chalk to back mark, a whistle if you can’t shout, brand new running shoes, a virgin, **shiggy socks**, a hash hymnal, a bag of tea, a bag of wine, wax, and/or extra cash. Dress appropriately - we run, and we may get into some shiggy (mud, puddles, **scratchy bushes**, wet paint, ...) On on! 👣🍻 [https://www.meetup.com/parish3-schhh](https://www.meetup.com/parish3-schhh)

Escape the city and discover one of the most beautiful day trips from Paris. We’ll explore the magnificent Château de Fontainebleau, discover peaceful spots around the legendary Fontainebleau Forest, and wander through the charming artistic village of Barbizon. Expect a relaxed and stylish atmosphere, beautiful scenery, great conversations, and a unique small-group experience. Perfect for travelers, expats, locals, solo travelers, and anyone looking to discover a different side of France beyond Paris. Comfortable round-trip small-group transportation from Paris Gare de Lyon included. Meeting point: Paris Gare de Lyon Château entrance ticket not included and can be purchased on site. Limited spots available. Additional details and contact information will be shared with participants before the event. **🇫🇷 Français** Évadez-vous de Paris et découvrez l’une des plus belles excursions autour de la capitale. Au programme : Château de Fontainebleau, forêt de Fontainebleau et village artistique de Barbizon dans une ambiance conviviale et en petit groupe. Transport aller-retour depuis Paris Gare de Lyon inclus. Billet d’entrée du château non inclus (achat possible sur place). Places limitées.

Yoga flow outdoors to develop your flexibility, balance, concentration and breathe fully 🫶🏻
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Class is not reimbursable if canceled less than 24h in advance.

**Le sud du 15eme arrondissement de Paris entre ses coins "nature", ses lieux pittoresques et sa modernité :-)** **Groupe PEM whatsapp 0683208657 :** **https://chat.whatsapp.com/JrZttbQmVmhFliGQkpVETt** (pour recevoir le programme de la semaine et avoir la localisation du groupe) 3600 abonn(é)es **Promenade nature Parc Citroën /Parc Brassens + découverte des jardins colorés...** **Price / prix : 10 euros \*\*\*** **(Tarif 18/25 ans de 5 euros par étape sur justificatif** **Passage par :** * le Parc Citroën, * les jardins colorés, * le Parc Brassens, * la Petite Ceinture, * le marché aux livres, * l'église insolite, * l'impasse des artistes * "Lucien" * le Paris gourmand...... .... **Paris et l'île de France en 178 parcours (numéro 50 / 178)** Le règlement pourra se faire sur place en espèce ainsi qu'en ligne... Soit sur Billetweb : https://www.billetweb.fr/pro/pem Soit sur Wero (1h avant un événement) : https://wero-wallet.eu/fr (mon phone 0683208657) **Abonnements mensuel et annuel** à la date d'achat à partir qui revient à 25 euros par mois (que 5 abonnements en ligne) pour l'abonnement annuel et 42 euros par mois pour l'abonnement mensuel https://www.billetweb.fr/pro/pem Rendez-vous : 13h30 à la sortie 1 du métro Javel (ligne 10) à coté vous avez le RER C Javel Attention le rendez-vous est à 13h30, prenez bien vos précautions pour arriver avant 13h30, au + tard à 13h35 nous partirons, il est pas sur que nous puissions vous répondre au téléphone après 13h35 :-) Il sera de votre responsabilité de garder les marcheurs de devant en vue et de suivre le sens de la marche **Aujourd'hui le rythme sera du niveau 5 :** 4,5 km / 4,9 km heure\*\* \*\* Les niveaux des promenades et des randonnées : Niveau 1 + de 6,2 km heure (Power Hike / Commando...) Niveau 2 : 5,7 km / 6,1 km heure (Rapide, pratiquement aucun arrêt du début à la fin) Niveau 3 : 5,2 km / 5,6 km heure (Soutenue, pratiquement aucun arrêt du début à la fin) Niveau 4 : 4,8 km / 5,2 km heure (Moyen +) **Niveau 5 : 4,5km / 4,9 km heure (Moyen -)** Niveau 6 : 3,9 km / 4,4 km heure (intermédiaire) Niveau 7 : Autour de 3,5 km heure (cool) Niveau 8 : Sous 3,5 km heure (méga cool) **Le concept :** PEM axe + ses sorties sur les lieux insolites, les découvertes, la nature et le sport sur Paris et l'île de France. PEM n'organise pas de promenades ou de randonnées dans le style des conférenciers, ils sont assez nombreux sur Paris, ils sont très bons dans leur domaine et leurs tarifs, les durées de leurs événements et leurs vitesses de marche ne sont pas les mêmes que nous. Si possible à chaque fin de parcours nous allons prendre un verre. Vous n'aurez pas au cours d'une promenade ou d'une randonnée une conférence sur 'histoire de France" ou sur "l'histoire d'un quartier". Un guide papier avec l'historique du parcours vous sera donné en début de sortie. Le but premier c'est de discuter et d'échanger avec des personnes dans le groupe qui viennent de tous les univers et d'un peu partout dans le monde tout en découvrant une exposition cachée, un bar insolite, une pâtisserie qui sort de l'ordinaire, un trompe l'oeil, des enseignes classées, un musée inhabituel, des graffitis pratiquement illisibles, un marché improbable, une forêt, une ferme... :-) Nous sommes un groupe atypique. Au plaisir de vous voir lors d'un prochain événement :-) Nous sommes un groupe atypique. Au plaisir de vous voir lors d'un prochain événement :-) Pour recevoir le programme de la semaine vous pouvez aussi nous rejoindre sur le **Groupe PEM Telegram**[masked] : https://t.me/+S4tmmrfjwkYZzjOl Sur le **Groupe PEM Signal** : https://signal.group/#CjQKIJ0hU-el8dg9MS6z7WMSOJ746G68Kkc_tqc7orwMRHPLEhD3HbTMv2mCvbcWvSi808mC Sur le **Groupe PEM Viber** : https://invite.viber.com/?g=K3Z3oJaCmVEOWcAMXKNPqmGrkPmPIOtP Sur la **Page** **Instagram PEM** pour voir les photos et les vidéos des événements passés : https://www.instagram.com/pariseventsmeetup/?hl=fr A bientôt :-)

**❗PLEASE READ FULLY** (if you have any more questions, message the organizer 😊) **🎟 To attend this event, you must follow the instructions AND purchase a ticket via** **TicketSource [[https://www.ticketsource.com/paris-social-club/t-kdydqjx](https://www.ticketsource.com/paris-social-club/t-kdydqjx)]** *After a long busy week, come chill with us for one fun afternoon!* 🌞 *There are two vibes for this picnic: you can meet & mingle, read a book, chill & chat on a blanket, and play card games. Or you can bring out your childhood spirit and get moving with a frisbee, pétanque, and other outdoor games!* 🤸‍♀️🥏 *Whatever's your vibe, this event is all about connecting, laughing, and making new friends!* 🫂 ⚠️ **IMPORTANT REMINDERS:** \- Meetup is used only to announce events\. 📢 **\- RSVP** **here does not secure your spot** \- tickets via TicketSource are required \(see link above\)\! \- All event updates\, meeting point details\, and communication are shared via **WhatsApp**, access to which is provided AFTER ticket purchase. 💬 \- There are additional event conditions you'll have to read and be familiar with on TicketSource\. If you have any questions, feel free to contact the organizer. Looking forward to seeing you soon! 👋

**SIGN UP : [yogaclubparis.fr/booking](http://yogaclubparis.fr/booking)** Aiming to tap your own Prana/Vital force/ life energy to heal yourself and enhance the immunity, this is the class for you!! This class will introduce you to different Pranayama (breathing exercise) and Meditation Techniques and will involve a practice of all these techniques coupled with gentle asana/posture practice. Prana is the vital energy needed by physical and subtle layers on our body. It is the Prana or life force in us that nourishes the mind and keeps the body alive. Pranayama means working in the dimension of Prana and is an integral part of a developing yoga practice. In addition to supporting and deepening your Yoga asana practice, learning ways to calm or invigorate the body through breathing will greatly benefit all aspects of your life. Prior practice of Yoga asana/posture is recommended. Meet us at Dally Daoud Speedwell - Dance School in 24 Rue Juge, 75015 Paris. Contact Anu with any questions : +33618285547

🇫🇷 🥪**Picnic** Chacun.e apporte son picnic. **📸 Atelier Photo Portrait – Bois de Vincennes🌳** La bois de Vincennes comme studio à ciel ouvert — lumière filtrée, sous-bois denses. Un cadre naturel exceptionnel pour explorer le portrait photo ensemble. Cet atelier est pensé pour tous les niveaux, de l'amateur curieux au photographe confirmé. Pas de cours magistral : on apprend en faisant, en échangeant, en se photographiant mutuellement. Chacun passe devant et derrière l'objectif. **Au programme :** On explorera plusieurs approches du portrait en situation réelle — lumière naturelle et gestion des ombres en forêt, portraits en pleine lumière vs. contre-jour, utilisation du flou d'arrière-plan (bokeh), mise en scène et direction du modèle, portraits documentaires / candides, et selon les envies du groupe : poses, expressions, storytelling visuel. Chacun repart avec des images, des retours constructifs, et de nouvelles techniques en poche. **📸 Matériel :** Apportez votre appareil photo (reflex, hybride, compact ou même smartphone). L'important, c'est votre regard. Apportez vos accessoires si vous en avez (réflecteurs, difuseurs etc.) **⚠️ Note importante – utilisation des photos :** Les photos prises lors de l'atelier sont susceptibles d'être utilisées pour la promotion du groupe sur les réseaux sociaux. En participant, vous acceptez que vos images (en tant que photographe ou modèle) puissent être publiées à cet effet. ✅ Si vous ne souhaitez pas apparaître sur les visuels partagés, merci de le signaler sur place — votre choix sera respecté sans question. **Infos pratiques :** * 📍 Métro Porte dorée (sortie 1) à 12h45 * 🕙 Durée : environ 4h * 🎒 Prévoir votre picnic et **de quoi s'hydrater pendant toute la durée du meetup (grand soleil et 33 degrés sont prévus pour dimanche)** 🇬🇧 🥪Picnic Everyone brings their own picnic. 📸 Portrait Photography Workshop – Bois de Vincennes🌳 Bois de Vincennes as an open-air studio — filtered light, dense woodland paths. An exceptional natural setting to explore portrait photography together. This workshop is designed for all levels, from curious beginners to experienced photographers. No formal lecture: we learn by doing, by exchanging ideas, and by photographing each other. Everyone gets a chance to be both behind and in front of the camera. Program: We’ll explore several approaches to portrait photography in real-life conditions — natural light and shadow management in the forest, portraits in direct light vs. backlighting, use of background blur (bokeh), staging and model direction, documentary / candid portraits, and depending on the group’s interests: poses, expressions, visual storytelling. Everyone leaves with images, constructive feedback, and new techniques to use. 📸 Equipment: Bring your camera (DSLR, mirrorless, compact camera, or even a smartphone). What matters most is your eye. Bring your accessories if you have them (reflectors, diffusers, etc.). ⚠️ Important note – use of photos: Photos taken during the workshop may be used to promote the group on social media. By participating, you agree that your images (as a photographer or as a model) may be published for this purpose. ✅ If you do not wish to appear in shared visuals, please let us know on site — your choice will be respected without question. Practical information: 📍 Porte Dorée metro station (exit 1) at 12:45 PM 🕙 Duration: around 4 hours 🎒 Please bring your picnic and enough water for the entire meetup (full sun and 33°C / 91°F are expected on Sunday)

**Join us for an open air yoga class in Jardin des Tuileries!** ✨ **What to expect** ✨ ✔️ A carefully guided Vinyasa flow ✔️ A chance to meet other internationals ✔️ A peaceful escape from the city’s stress Please bring a yoga mat with you OR a big beach towel to practice. If you do not have any of these, feel free to contact me and I will find a solution. It's best to arrive already dressed in a comfy sports outfit. **This class is free.** Join our Whats App Group and find more info here: https://linktr.ee/yogagroveparis Looking forward to practicing with you! Instagram : @yogagroveparis

**https://www.strava.com/routes/3322600377066757608** **Sortie vélo de route courte et tranquille 20/23k/h pour prendre un café à Gif sur Yvette ou Versailles** **, on roule en groupe et on s’attend en haut des côtes. A tres bientôt 😉** **Join us for a chill bike ride to Gif-sur-Yvette than Versailles ! We'll cruise at 20/23km/h, ride together as a group, and regroup at the top of the hills. Coffee break awaits!" See you 😉**

**Némo Biennial 2025 is back in Paris and across Île-de-France! 🌟** This major event dedicated to contemporary and digital art explores the connections between the real, the virtual, and the imaginary. Expect immersive installations, audiovisual performances, and unique interactive experiences that push the boundaries of creativity. **What’s on the program?** • Artworks and devices that blur the line between humans and machines 🤖 • Captivating sensory and visual performances 🎭 • Innovative creations from artists, designers, and researchers from around the world 🌍 We will be visiting exhibitions at **CENTQUATRE-PARIS**, one of the key venues of this edition. It will be a great moment to share impressions, discuss the artworks, and enjoy an inspiring collective experience together. 💫 More information: [https://www.biennalenemo.fr/](https://www.biennalenemo.fr/) **Want to get more involved?** Become a **co-organizer, event organizer, or assistant organizer** and help plan the outing, suggest ideas, or give a hand so everything runs smoothly. 📩 **How to participate**: Just reply directly to this message on Meetup and let us know your interests or availability. Let’s organize everything together to make this an unforgettable experience! 💫 **Spread the word!** If you have friends or colleagues who might enjoy this kind of cultural outing, invite them to join our Meetup group! The more passionate people we have, the more fun, lively, and inspiring our experiences become. 🎊 See you soon, **The MeltingSpot Team**

**History** The [Franklin Park Conservatory](https://www.fpconservatory.org/)’s roots trace back to 1852 when the Franklin County Agricultural Society purchased 88 acres of land to host the Ohio State Fair. After the fair moved to its permanent home, the city of Columbus transformed the grounds into Franklin Park in 1884. This transition shifted the space from a temporary event site to a dedicated public green space for the growing community. The park became a central hub for outdoor recreation and early civic gatherings in the neighborhood. In 1895, the landmark Victorian-style Palm House opened its doors, drawing heavy inspiration from the Glass Palace of the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago. This iron and glass structure became an immediate icon, housing exotic plants that residents would otherwise never see in the Midwest. It remains the oldest part of the facility and serves as a primary link to the conservatory’s 19th-century origins. For decades, it stood as a singular testament to grand horticultural architecture in Central Ohio. A major turning point arrived in 1992 when Columbus hosted AmeriFlora '92, an international horticultural exhibition. This massive event prompted a $16 million renovation and expansion, adding significantly more greenhouse space and the Dorothy M. Davis Showhouse. The festival put the conservatory on the international map and fundamentally changed its scale and ambition. Following the event, the facility transitioned from a city-run park to a private, non-profit organization. In 2003, the conservatory’s identity was further defined through a long-term partnership with world-renowned glass artist Dale Chihuly. After a successful exhibition, the Friends of the Conservatory purchased most of the glass installations, creating the largest permanent collection of Chihuly’s work in a botanical setting. These vibrant glass sculptures are now woven throughout the biomes, blending art with nature. This addition helped cement the conservatory as a premier cultural destination rather than just a botanical garden. Recent years have seen the site expand beyond the glass walls to emphasize community engagement and outdoor education. The 2018 opening of the Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation Children’s Garden added two acres of interactive landscape designed for hands-on learning. The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company Community Garden Campus also provides local residents with space to grow their own food and learn sustainable practices. Today, the conservatory balances its historic Victorian charm with modern commitments to local ecology and the Columbus community. **Maps of the Conservatory** Here is the [main map](https://www.fpconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/franklin-park-zones-scaled.jpg) of the Conservatory grounds. Here's a [map of the areas](https://www.fpconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/ConstructionMap-2026.jpg) in which the Conservatory has ongoing construction (see below). **Summary** For this event, we'll explore Columbus's highly-rated and very popular Conservatory. As mentioned above, the Conservatory is doing renovations on parts of the facility. These renovations are scheduled to be ongoing until the Fall of next year. Basically, no matter when you go to the Conservatory over the next 18 months, you're going to see some metaphorical orange barrels. So let's just go now. **Tickets and pricing** On the first Sunday of every month, the Conservatory is free for residents of Franklin County and the city of Columbus. You must bring an ID to receive this discount. (Yes, they do check.) Otherwise, tickets are $25.20. Members of the Columbus Zoo (of which I am one) do get a discount on tickets, though I have never actually bought a ticket to the Conservatory (I've always gone on free days). I believe the discount is $4. Parking is always free. If you have additional questions about pricing or whether and for what you qualify, you can reach the Conservatory at 614-715-8000. **Where we'll meet** We will meet just outside the main entrance. I guarantee there's going to be a line. The Conservatory is always popular on free days, and especially in nice weather. **Your GPS is stupid!** Be careful simply typing "Franklin Park Conservatory" in your GPS and going where it tells you. The only way to access the parking lot to the Conservatory is off of Broad Street. Unfortunately, since Google Maps is unable to find its way out of a wet paper bag, it has a tendency to want to take people to a mythical, non-existent Conservatory entrance on Nelson Road. If your GPS does this, just drive to the north side of the Conservatory along Broad Street. Your GPS should then redirect you to the main Conservatory entrance. If your GPS doesn't, then throw your phone away\* and look for the big Conservatory sign on the south side of Broad Street between Nelson Road and Franklin Park West. You also should be able to use the map pin I've provided, below, and it should properly direct you to where you need to drive. \* Don't really do this. **After the event** After stopping to smell the roses, for those that are interested, we'll head to the nearby [Columbus Brewing Company Beer Hall](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/) for [drinks](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/#draft-list) and [lunch](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/#food-menu). The Beer Hall's actual address is [200 Kelton Ave, Columbus, OH 43205](https://www.google.com/maps/place/200+Kelton+Ave,+Columbus,+OH+43205/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x883889a94ac4acad:0xadb2e60240dbc38b?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111) (it's literally just on the south side of the Conservatory). Be sure this is where your GPS is taking you when you use it, as the Brewing Company has a taproom on Harrison Avenue that is *not* what you want for this event. We should be at the Beer Hall by 1 if you can't make the Conservatory and just want to join us for drinks.

**History** [Chestnut Ridge Metro Park](https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/chestnut-ridge/) is historically significant because it sits on a 300-million-year-old outcropping of Blackhand sandstone. Geographically recognized as the very first foothill of the Appalachian Mountains, the ridge rises 1,116 feet above sea level. Long before European settlement, the land served as a sacred site for ancient civilizations. The park contains the Old Maid's Orchard Mound, an eight-foot-tall burial mound constructed by the Adena culture between 1000 B.C. and 100 B.C. This ancient landmark has remained largely intact and is now protected on the National Register of Historic Places. The documented modern history of the land began with an official survey conducted by Ebenezer Buckingham in 1801. Original land deeds of sale from this period notably bear the signatures of United States Presidents Thomas Jefferson and James Madison. In the 1830s, Irish laborers arrived at the ridge to quarry its rich Blackhand sandstone. The blocks they hewed were used to build the crucial locks for the nearby Ohio and Erie Canal. Remnants of this early sandstone quarrying operation can still be spotted by sharp-eyed hikers along the modern trails. Agricultural transformation defined the ridge throughout the mid-to-late 19th century. Settlers discovered that the high elevation created a natural air flow that prevented late-season frost damage to crops. Extensive fruit orchards were planted across the slopes between 1860 and 1880. One notable orchard was established by John Wagner, a Spanish-American War veteran who chose the ridge specifically for its proximity to the bustling Columbus market. The park's current name pays homage to the massive American chestnut trees that once dominated the ridgeline before a devastating ecological blight wiped them out in the early 20th century. The conservation story of the modern 486-acre park began in March 1962. The Metro Parks board announced land acquisition plans to block developers from building a residential housing development called Chestnut Heights. Director-Secretary Walter A. Tucker advocated heavily for the purchase, citing the ridge's immense value as a scenic overlook for central Ohio. The district systematically purchased multiple agricultural parcels over the next two decades. After operating strictly as undeveloped farmland through the 1970s, Chestnut Ridge Metro Park officially opened to the public on December 18, 1988. In recent decades, the park has evolved from a quiet hiking spot into a premier regional destination for outdoor sports. A major turning point occurred in 2010 when the Central Ohio Mountain Biking Organization (COMBO) partnered with the park district to develop new infrastructure. Volunteers worked extensively to construct a single-track mountain bike trail, which officially opened in October 2011. An expert gravity and flow trail featuring advanced jumps was later integrated into the loop in 2016. Today, the park successfully balances its deep ancient, industrial, and agricultural history with active recreation. **Map of the Park** Here is a [map of Chestnut Ridge](https://www.metroparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/CHR_map_1980px_2026.jpg). **Summary** For this event, we will hike the Ridge, Meadows, and Homesite Trails, and Law's Lane, which is unmarked on some maps. None of these trails is individually very long, so we will hike a few permutations and loops until we get in 4-5 miles. The hike will be moderately strenuous. **Where We'll Meet** Drive to the rearmost picnic area at the back of the park. There's a latrine here, but there's no water fountain here or anywhere else at Chestnut Ridge. I strongly recommend you bring some water of your own, at least for after the hike. Cell service at the park is spotty, although your GPS will get you there just fine. The map pin I've provided here is exactly where we'll be meeting and should be able to be used directly in Google Maps, although Chestnut Ridge isn't big and you're unlikely to get lost here. **After the Hike** Afterward, we'll head over to [BrewDog DogTap](https://drink.brewdog.com/usa/brewdog-dogtap-columbus) for [drinks](https://usa.brewdog.com/pages/brewdog-lineup) and [food](https://usa.brewdog.com/cdn/shop/files/DogTap_Menu_2025_65e1ff8b-97d4-4f26-80f1-68321d482025.pdf?v=17356939232910340498). They also have an outdoor area that's extremely popular. I've had their burgers and their pizza, and I think they're both very good. I also really like their [Cold Beer](https://usa.brewdog.com/products/cold-beer-2024) (that's its actual name), which is their American light lager. BrewDog's actual address is [96 Gender Rd, Canal Winchester, OH 43110](https://www.google.com/maps/place/96+Gender+Rd,+Canal+Winchester,+OH+43110/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x88387c06afa21a85:0x804c611d373d8c54?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111), and they have a large, free parking lot. We should be there by 5 if you can't make the hike and just want to join us for drinks.