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FRIDAY MORNING HIIT! 💪
FRIDAY MORNING HIIT! 💪
Where: Meet inside of Juan Pablo II park on the steps in front of Parroquia Nuestra Señora del Rosario Church. Donde: dentro del Parque Juan Pablo II en las escaleras al frente de la Parroquia Nuestra Señora del Rosario. What to bring: Water. Gloves are optional (we will do exercises on the grass, stairs, etc.) Que traer; Agua. Guantes son opcionales (haremos ejercicios varios en el pasto, escaleras, etc.)

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FRIDAY MORNING HIIT! 💪
FRIDAY MORNING HIIT! 💪
Where: Meet inside of Juan Pablo II park on the steps in front of Parroquia Nuestra Señora del Rosario Church. Donde: dentro del Parque Juan Pablo II en las escaleras al frente de la Parroquia Nuestra Señora del Rosario. What to bring: Water. Gloves are optional (we will do exercises on the grass, stairs, etc.) Que traer; Agua. Guantes son opcionales (haremos ejercicios varios en el pasto, escaleras, etc.)
IRISH🍀LANGUAGE EXCHANGE PARTY 🌎 SANTIAGO PUBCRAWL
IRISH🍀LANGUAGE EXCHANGE PARTY 🌎 SANTIAGO PUBCRAWL
**ENGLISH** SATURDAY, MAY 16th — IRISH PARTY 🍀 📍 Meeting point: Flannery's Beer House (+18) 📌 Address: Av. Tobalaba 379, Providencia, Santiago 🕘 9:00 PM Follow us on Instagram: @VIVETHINK Welcome to VIVETHINK — Meet locals, travelers, expats, and people from all around the world for a night of languages, music, karaoke, games, and unforgettable parties. Every Saturday we combine a Language Exchange + International Party from 9:00 PM until late. 🕘 LANGUAGE EXCHANGE \| 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM 🍺 Welcome drink included Start the night with: 🌍 Language exchange (all languages welcome) 🍀 Live Celtic music band 🎻 from 9:00 PM to 10:00 PM 🎤 Karaoke from 10:00 PM to 11:00 PM 🍺 One Irish or Chilean beer included (Non-alcoholic option available) 🎲 Party games & social activities ✨ A fun and relaxed international atmosphere 👉 Ticket: $10.000 CLP (Includes 1 welcome drink) 🕚 INTERNATIONAL PARTY TOUR \| 11:00 PM – 3:00 AM 🍺 1 glass of champagne or Chilean wine at the second spot After the language exchange, we continue the night together visiting some of Santiago’s best nightlife spots. Possible stops for the night (confirmed during the language exchange): ✨ International Party at Hotel W Santiago (Marriott Hotel) 🍀 Another Irish pub (includes one glass of champagne or Chilean wine) 🎶 Club Subterráneo — one of the most popular clubs in the area 👉 Additional Ticket: $10.000 CLP (Includes club entries + 1 glass of champagne or Chilean wine at the second venue) 🌍 Tourists & travelers are always welcome 💳 Pay at the door (cash or card) in Chilean pesos or USD equivalent 👕 Club dress code: no baseball caps, sunglasses, sportswear, or shorts ⚠️ Important: The International Party is only available for participants of the Language Exchange. Party-only tickets are not available. Depending on the night, we may visit one or several venues, all located near each other. We will announce the final party route during the language exchange. 🎁 EXTRA GIFTS for all participants Just by joining the event, you also get: ✨ 1 FREE fisrt Spanish, English, or Portuguese lesson at our school ✨ Up to 25% discounts on some of the best tours, restaurants, hostels, and hotels in Santiago That’s right — you get temporary exclusive deals around the city thanks to our local partnerships, just by joining our international party. Are you ready to experience Santiago’s nightlife? Search for VIVETHINK on Instagram and see what other travelers say about us 🌎 **ESPAÑOL** SÁBADO 16 DE MAYO — FIESTA IRLANDESA 🍀 📍 Punto de encuentro: Flannery's Beer House (+18) 📌 Dirección: Av. Tobalaba 379, Providencia, Santiago 🕘 9:00 PM Síguenos en Instagram: @VIVETHINK Bienvenidos a VIVETHINK — Conoce locales, viajeros, expatriados y personas de todo el mundo en una noche de idiomas, música, karaoke, juegos y fiestas inolvidables. Todos los sábados combinamos un Intercambio de Idiomas + Fiesta Internacional desde las 9:00 PM hasta tarde. 🕘 INTERCAMBIO DE IDIOMAS \| 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM 🍺 Incluye bebida de bienvenida Comienza la noche disfrutando de: 🌍 Intercambio de idiomas (todos los idiomas son bienvenidos) 🍀 Banda de música celta en vivo 🎻 de 9:00 PM a 10:00 PM 🎤 Karaoke de 10:00 PM a 11:00 PM 🍺 Incluye una cerveza irlandesa o chilena (Opción sin alcohol disponible) 🎲 Juegos y actividades sociales ✨ Un ambiente internacional relajado y entretenido 👉 Entrada: $10.000 CLP (Incluye 1 bebida de bienvenida) 🕚 TOUR DE FIESTA INTERNACIONAL \| 11:00 PM – 3:00 AM 🍺 1 copa de champagne o vino chileno incluida en el segundo lugar Después del intercambio de idiomas seguimos la noche juntos visitando algunos de los mejores lugares de fiesta en Santiago. Posibles destinos de la noche (confirmados durante el intercambio de idiomas): ✨ Fiesta internacional en Hotel W Santiago (Hotel Marriott) 🍀 Otro pub irlandés (incluye una copa de champagne o vino chileno) 🎶 Club Subterráneo — uno de los clubes más populares del sector 👉 Entrada adicional: $10.000 CLP (Incluye entradas a los clubes + 1 copa de champagne o vino chileno en el segundo lugar) 🌍 Turistas y viajeros siempre bienvenidos 💳 Pago en puerta con efectivo o tarjeta en pesos chilenos o equivalente en USD 👕 Código de vestimenta para clubes: no jockeys, lentes de sol, ropa deportiva ni shorts ⚠️ Importante: La Fiesta Internacional solo está disponible para participantes del Intercambio de Idiomas. No se venden entradas solo para la fiesta. Dependiendo de la noche, podemos visitar uno o varios lugares, todos cercanos entre sí. Anunciaremos la ruta final durante el intercambio de idiomas. 🎁 REGALOS EXTRA para todos los participantes Solo por participar en el evento también obtienes: ✨ 1 primera clase GRATIS de español, inglés o portugués en nuestra escuela ✨ Hasta un 25% de descuento en algunos de los mejores tours, restaurantes, hostales y hoteles de Santiago Así es — obtienes descuentos exclusivos temporales en la ciudad gracias a nuestras alianzas locales, solo por unirte a nuestra fiesta internacional. ¿Estás listo para vivir la vida nocturna de Santiago? Busca VIVETHINK en Instagram y mira lo que otros viajeros dicen sobre nosotros 🌎 **PORTUGUÊS** SÁBADO, 16 DE MAIO — FESTA IRLANDESA 🍀 📍 Ponto de encontro: Flannery's Beer House (+18) 📌 Endereço: Av. Tobalaba 379, Providencia, Santiago 🕘 21:00 Siga nosso Instagram: @VIVETHINK Bem-vindo ao VIVETHINK — Conheça moradores locais, viajantes, expatriados e pessoas do mundo inteiro em uma noite de idiomas, música, karaokê, jogos e festas inesquecíveis. Todos os sábados combinamos um Intercâmbio de Idiomas + Festa Internacional a partir das 21:00 até tarde. 🕘 INTERCÂMBIO DE IDIOMAS \| 21:00 – 23:00 🍺 Drink de boas-vindas incluído Comece a noite com: 🌍 Intercâmbio de idiomas (todos os idiomas são bem-vindos) 🍀 Banda de música celta ao vivo 🎻 das 21:00 às 22:00 🎤 Karaokê das 22:00 às 23:00 🍺 Uma cerveja irlandesa ou chilena incluída (Opção sem álcool disponível) 🎲 Jogos e atividades sociais ✨ Um ambiente internacional divertido e descontraído 👉 Entrada: $10.000 CLP (Inclui 1 drink de boas-vindas) 🕚 TOUR DA FESTA INTERNACIONAL \| 23:00 – 03:00 🍺 1 taça de champagne ou vinho chileno incluída no segundo local Depois do intercâmbio de idiomas, continuamos a noite juntos visitando alguns dos melhores lugares da vida noturna de Santiago. Possíveis paradas da noite (confirmadas durante o intercâmbio): ✨ Festa internacional no Hotel W Santiago (Hotel Marriott) 🍀 Outro pub irlandês (inclui uma taça de champagne ou vinho chileno) 🎶 Club Subterráneo — uma das baladas mais populares da região 👉 Entrada adicional: $10.000 CLP (Inclui entradas nas baladas + 1 taça de champagne ou vinho chileno no segundo local) 🌍 Turistas e viajantes são sempre bem-vindos 💳 Pagamento na entrada com dinheiro ou cartão em pesos chilenos ou equivalente em USD 👕 Dress code para as baladas: sem bonés, óculos de sol, roupas esportivas ou bermudas ⚠️ Importante: A Festa Internacional está disponível apenas para participantes do Intercâmbio de Idiomas. Não vendemos entradas somente para a festa. Dependendo da noite, podemos visitar um ou vários lugares, todos próximos uns dos outros. Informaremos a rota final durante o intercâmbio de idiomas. 🎁 PRESENTES EXTRAS para todos os participantes Só por participar do evento você também ganha: ✨ 1 primeira aula GRÁTIS de espanhol, inglês ou português na nossa escola ✨ Até 25% de desconto em alguns dos melhores tours, restaurantes, hostels e hotéis de Santiago Isso mesmo — você ganha descontos exclusivos temporários na cidade graças às nossas parcerias locais, apenas por participar da nossa festa internacional. Está pronto para viver a vida noturna de Santiago? Procure VIVETHINK no Instagram e veja o que outros viajantes dizem sobre nós 🌎
LANGUAGE EXCHANGE🍀IRISH PARTY SANTIAGO
LANGUAGE EXCHANGE🍀IRISH PARTY SANTIAGO
**ENGLISH** SATURDAY, MAY 16th — IRISH PARTY 🍀 📍 Meeting point: Flannery's Beer House (+18) 📌 Address: Av. Tobalaba 379, Providencia, Santiago 🕘 9:00 PM Follow us on Instagram: @VIVETHINK Welcome to VIVETHINK — Meet locals, travelers, expats, and people from all around the world for a night of languages, music, karaoke, games, and unforgettable parties. Every Saturday we combine a Language Exchange + International Party from 9:00 PM until late. 🕘 LANGUAGE EXCHANGE \| 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM 🍺 Welcome drink included Start the night with: 🌍 Language exchange (all languages welcome) 🍀 Live Celtic music band 🎻 from 9:00 PM to 10:00 PM 🎤 Karaoke from 10:00 PM to 11:00 PM 🍺 One Irish or Chilean beer included (Non-alcoholic option available) 🎲 Party games & social activities ✨ A fun and relaxed international atmosphere 👉 Ticket: $10.000 CLP (Includes 1 welcome drink) 🕚 INTERNATIONAL PARTY TOUR \| 11:00 PM – 3:00 AM 🍺 1 glass of champagne or Chilean wine at the second spot After the language exchange, we continue the night together visiting some of Santiago’s best nightlife spots. Possible stops for the night (confirmed during the language exchange): ✨ International Party at Hotel W Santiago (Marriott Hotel) 🍀 Another Irish pub (includes one glass of champagne or Chilean wine) 🎶 Club Subterráneo — one of the most popular clubs in the area 👉 Additional Ticket: $10.000 CLP (Includes club entries + 1 glass of champagne or Chilean wine at the second venue) 🌍 Tourists & travelers are always welcome 💳 Pay at the door (cash or card) in Chilean pesos or USD equivalent 👕 Club dress code: no baseball caps, sunglasses, sportswear, or shorts ⚠️ Important: The International Party is only available for participants of the Language Exchange. Party-only tickets are not available. Depending on the night, we may visit one or several venues, all located near each other. We will announce the final party route during the language exchange. 🎁 EXTRA GIFTS for all participants Just by joining the event, you also get: ✨ 1 FREE fisrt Spanish, English, or Portuguese lesson at our school ✨ Up to 25% discounts on some of the best tours, restaurants, hostels, and hotels in Santiago That’s right — you get temporary exclusive deals around the city thanks to our local partnerships, just by joining our international party. Are you ready to experience Santiago’s nightlife? Search for VIVETHINK on Instagram and see what other travelers say about us 🌎 **ESPAÑOL** SÁBADO 16 DE MAYO — FIESTA IRLANDESA 🍀 📍 Punto de encuentro: Flannery's Beer House (+18) 📌 Dirección: Av. Tobalaba 379, Providencia, Santiago 🕘 9:00 PM Síguenos en Instagram: @VIVETHINK Bienvenidos a VIVETHINK — Conoce locales, viajeros, expatriados y personas de todo el mundo en una noche de idiomas, música, karaoke, juegos y fiestas inolvidables. Todos los sábados combinamos un Intercambio de Idiomas + Fiesta Internacional desde las 9:00 PM hasta tarde. 🕘 INTERCAMBIO DE IDIOMAS \| 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM 🍺 Incluye bebida de bienvenida Comienza la noche disfrutando de: 🌍 Intercambio de idiomas (todos los idiomas son bienvenidos) 🍀 Banda de música celta en vivo 🎻 de 9:00 PM a 10:00 PM 🎤 Karaoke de 10:00 PM a 11:00 PM 🍺 Incluye una cerveza irlandesa o chilena (Opción sin alcohol disponible) 🎲 Juegos y actividades sociales ✨ Un ambiente internacional relajado y entretenido 👉 Entrada: $10.000 CLP (Incluye 1 bebida de bienvenida) 🕚 TOUR DE FIESTA INTERNACIONAL \| 11:00 PM – 3:00 AM 🍺 1 copa de champagne o vino chileno incluida en el segundo lugar Después del intercambio de idiomas seguimos la noche juntos visitando algunos de los mejores lugares de fiesta en Santiago. Posibles destinos de la noche (confirmados durante el intercambio de idiomas): ✨ Fiesta internacional en Hotel W Santiago (Hotel Marriott) 🍀 Otro pub irlandés (incluye una copa de champagne o vino chileno) 🎶 Club Subterráneo — uno de los clubes más populares del sector 👉 Entrada adicional: $10.000 CLP (Incluye entradas a los clubes + 1 copa de champagne o vino chileno en el segundo lugar) 🌍 Turistas y viajeros siempre bienvenidos 💳 Pago en puerta con efectivo o tarjeta en pesos chilenos o equivalente en USD 👕 Código de vestimenta para clubes: no jockeys, lentes de sol, ropa deportiva ni shorts ⚠️ Importante: La Fiesta Internacional solo está disponible para participantes del Intercambio de Idiomas. No se venden entradas solo para la fiesta. Dependiendo de la noche, podemos visitar uno o varios lugares, todos cercanos entre sí. Anunciaremos la ruta final durante el intercambio de idiomas. 🎁 REGALOS EXTRA para todos los participantes Solo por participar en el evento también obtienes: ✨ 1 primera clase GRATIS de español, inglés o portugués en nuestra escuela ✨ Hasta un 25% de descuento en algunos de los mejores tours, restaurantes, hostales y hoteles de Santiago Así es — obtienes descuentos exclusivos temporales en la ciudad gracias a nuestras alianzas locales, solo por unirte a nuestra fiesta internacional. ¿Estás listo para vivir la vida nocturna de Santiago? Busca VIVETHINK en Instagram y mira lo que otros viajeros dicen sobre nosotros 🌎 **PORTUGUÊS** SÁBADO, 16 DE MAIO — FESTA IRLANDESA 🍀 📍 Ponto de encontro: Flannery's Beer House (+18) 📌 Endereço: Av. Tobalaba 379, Providencia, Santiago 🕘 21:00 Siga nosso Instagram: @VIVETHINK Bem-vindo ao VIVETHINK — Conheça moradores locais, viajantes, expatriados e pessoas do mundo inteiro em uma noite de idiomas, música, karaokê, jogos e festas inesquecíveis. Todos os sábados combinamos um Intercâmbio de Idiomas + Festa Internacional a partir das 21:00 até tarde. 🕘 INTERCÂMBIO DE IDIOMAS \| 21:00 – 23:00 🍺 Drink de boas-vindas incluído Comece a noite com: 🌍 Intercâmbio de idiomas (todos os idiomas são bem-vindos) 🍀 Banda de música celta ao vivo 🎻 das 21:00 às 22:00 🎤 Karaokê das 22:00 às 23:00 🍺 Uma cerveja irlandesa ou chilena incluída (Opção sem álcool disponível) 🎲 Jogos e atividades sociais ✨ Um ambiente internacional divertido e descontraído 👉 Entrada: $10.000 CLP (Inclui 1 drink de boas-vindas) 🕚 TOUR DA FESTA INTERNACIONAL \| 23:00 – 03:00 🍺 1 taça de champagne ou vinho chileno incluída no segundo local Depois do intercâmbio de idiomas, continuamos a noite juntos visitando alguns dos melhores lugares da vida noturna de Santiago. Possíveis paradas da noite (confirmadas durante o intercâmbio): ✨ Festa internacional no Hotel W Santiago (Hotel Marriott) 🍀 Outro pub irlandês (inclui uma taça de champagne ou vinho chileno) 🎶 Club Subterráneo — uma das baladas mais populares da região 👉 Entrada adicional: $10.000 CLP (Inclui entradas nas baladas + 1 taça de champagne ou vinho chileno no segundo local) 🌍 Turistas e viajantes são sempre bem-vindos 💳 Pagamento na entrada com dinheiro ou cartão em pesos chilenos ou equivalente em USD 👕 Dress code para as baladas: sem bonés, óculos de sol, roupas esportivas ou bermudas ⚠️ Importante: A Festa Internacional está disponível apenas para participantes do Intercâmbio de Idiomas. Não vendemos entradas somente para a festa. Dependendo da noite, podemos visitar um ou vários lugares, todos próximos uns dos outros. Informaremos a rota final durante o intercâmbio de idiomas. 🎁 PRESENTES EXTRAS para todos os participantes Só por participar do evento você também ganha: ✨ 1 primeira aula GRÁTIS de espanhol, inglês ou português na nossa escola ✨ Até 25% de desconto em alguns dos melhores tours, restaurantes, hostels e hotéis de Santiago Isso mesmo — você ganha descontos exclusivos temporários na cidade graças às nossas parcerias locais, apenas por participar da nossa festa internacional. Está pronto para viver a vida noturna de Santiago? Procure VIVETHINK no Instagram e veja o que outros viajantes dizem sobre nós 🌎

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Friday Happy Hour Hike
Friday Happy Hour Hike
Walk & Talk About Life's Big Questions
Walk & Talk About Life's Big Questions
[The Board Walks](http://www.theboardwalks.com/) are for curious people who love deep conversations. If that sounds like you, **bring a thoughtful topic** and join us for a 5-mile walk (10,000+ steps!). **HOW IT WORKS** **Step 1: Bring a topic** Before you arrive, think of **one** topic you want to explore. A question. A thought that's been on your mind. An obsession you want to geek out on. This is your ticket to the event. **Step 2: Circle up & share** We gather in a circle. Your friendly walk host gives a speech to set the tone. Everyone shares: your name, what you're grateful for, and your topic. That's it. 60 seconds. **Step 3: Walk, talk & float** We walk 5 miles. You naturally drift into conversation with 2-3 people at a time, pulled by topics that spark your curiosity. When you're ready to move on, just say: "I'm going to float!" **Step 4: Feel more alive** Two hours flies by. You're back where you started — but you feel different. More alive. More energized. More connected to yourself and others. That's why regulars join 20+ times. *For more details, read our [Orientation Guide.](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation)* **HOW TO BRING A GREAT TOPIC** A great topic = something you're genuinely curious about. Recent topics include: * "What are you passionate about right now?" * "What makes a good friend?" * "What's a belief you used to hold that you've completely changed?" * "How do you want to be remembered?" * "What would you do if money wasn't a factor?" Think of your topic like the dish you're bringing to our conversational potluck. If everyone brings an A+ dish (i.e. energizing, uplifting, expansive), we'll all walk away feeling lighter and brighter. **WHAT TO EXPECT** This isn't a fitness event with casual chitchat. It's a walking think tank where we explore life's big questions together, beyond small talk. *If you're looking for light banter or a standard networking event, this probably isn't the right fit.* But if you crave depth, genuine connection, and conversations that make you feel alive? You'll love it here. **FAQ** * Wear casual athletic attire and sneakers. It's a long walk! * We have multiple first-timers at each event. We work hard to create a welcoming, inclusive, clique-free space. * We welcome people of **all** ages, backgrounds, and industries who align with the [intention](https://www.theboardwalks.com/ground-rules) of this space. * Rain or shine, we've been out here nearly every week since July 2022. If the event is cancelled, we'll let you know. * Dogs, babies in strollers, parents, and friends are welcome — please text/email them the event link so they can RSVP and prepare a topic! **LOGISTICS** * If you'll arrive over 10 minutes late, we suggest skipping the event. It's hard to find us once we start walking, and your host can't answer messages during the event. * This walk is designed for everyone to *move together at the same steady pace* (about 20 min/mile). This format works best when the whole group moves in unison. If you have mobility limitations, we kindly encourage you to find an event better suited to your needs. * There's a restroom along the route at [Tuttle Park Community Center](https://maps.app.goo.gl/KTZJgLE1CrrbRNmJ7), which is about two‑thirds of the way from [Clinton-Como Park](https://maps.app.goo.gl/z8Cx8evwLiWundMe8) to our [turnback point](https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZXk7qUVszLQ8EJxHA). * Read our [Orientation Guide](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation) for full details. * If you enjoy the event, send **[this](http://www.theboardwalks.com/)** to a friend or sign up for our **[newsletter](https://theboardwalks.beehiiv.com/)**. We're in multiple cities with more on the way. 🤠👋 **IF YOU WANT TO GO DEEPER...** [The Board](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board) is the next step: a high-trust collective for renaissance people devoted to creating, connecting, and building lives that light us up. * This is a global HQ for people who crave big talk, deep connection, and dream collaborations with people across industries. If the walks feel like a spark... The Board is the fire. Apply [here](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board).
First Look at Bank Run
First Look at Bank Run
Two For Tuesday : Social walk and Duckpin (option)
Two For Tuesday : Social walk and Duckpin (option)
**Not everyone will come. That is exactly why you should.** **Two for Tuesdays** is for the people who actually want to get out and do something instead of just talking about it. We’re kicking off the night with a one-hour social walk before Duckpin Social. **Expect a laid-back** But an Intentional 1 hour walk (2-3 miles), good people, and a better way to spend your Tuesday than staying home and doing the same thing you always do. **If the weather does not cooperate, we’ll move indoors.** **This is a paid event.** A small contribution helps keeps events sustainable and ensures those **who RSVP actually show up.** Payment **Link Found in comments** or you can pay on Venmo, Paypal, @WiseUnlimitedLLC or Cashapp $WiseUnlimitedLLC. Walk RSVP **$2** Walk / DuckPin Social **$5** Walk / DuckPin Social + 1 game of duckpin **$12** Please be sure **to Put Event and Event Date** in the note when paying RSVP Fee
Columbus Museum of Art, Free Admission Sundays
Columbus Museum of Art, Free Admission Sundays
Let’s meet and wander the galleries! General admission on Sundays is free.
Trails & Ales! Blendon Woods Metro Park / Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery
Trails & Ales! Blendon Woods Metro Park / Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery
**History** The history of [Blendon Woods Metro Park](https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/blendon-woods/) began long before its 1951 opening, rooted in a landscape of rugged ridges and deep ravines that made the land unsuitable for traditional farming. In 1945, a report proposing a metropolitan park system for Franklin County specifically highlighted these cliffs of Bedford Shale as some of the "wildest land in the vicinity". Following this recommendation, the recently formed park district purchased the first 229 acres in early 1949. Because the terrain was so uneven, developers had to cut a mile-and-a-half-long roadway through dense woods just to bring in heavy equipment. This initial preservation effort ensured that the mature second-growth hardwood forests remained largely untouched by the urban expansion spreading toward Westerville. Opening day arrived on Labor Day, September 3, 1951, marking Blendon Woods as the second park in the Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks system. The final push to open was a frantic race; the State Highway Department only finished the primary gravel access road four days before the gates opened. Early staff members, consisting of just four full-time employees, had to hand-dig pit toilets and learn construction skills on the fly to build the first picnic shelters. Despite the dusty conditions and limited facilities, the park was an immediate success, drawing massive crowds from across Central Ohio. By the end of the 1950s, annual visitation had already climbed to over 190,000 people. As the surrounding suburbs grew in the 1960s, the park faced severe overcrowding that threatened its natural habitats. In response, Franklin County voters passed the first Metro Parks levy in 1960, providing the funds necessary for a decade of steady expansion. During this era, the park nearly doubled in size, growing from 264 acres to over 570 acres by 1968. Planners also addressed a critical water shortage by collaborating with the U.S. Soil and Conservation Service to build a lake in 1964. This body of water originally served as a temporary reservoir before its role shifted toward conservation and wildlife support. The 1970s marked a transition toward the specialized wildlife and educational focus for which the park is known today. In 1971, the Walden Waterfowl Refuge was established around the 11-acre Thoreau Lake, creating a sanctuary that remains restricted to provide a quiet habitat for migratory birds. A formal nature center was also developed during this period, expanding on the guided Sunday walks that had been a park staple since the early 1950s. The park’s famous "Monarch Mansion" also became a prominent fixture, starting a long tradition of raising and releasing thousands of monarch butterflies each September. These initiatives cemented the park’s reputation as a premier destination for birders and nature enthusiasts. In more recent decades, Blendon Woods has continued to modernize while maintaining its wilderness character. The 10-acre Natural Play Area was added in 2017, encouraging kids to explore the ravines and woods off-trail. This was followed by the opening of a $1.5 million inclusive playground in April 2025, designed to accommodate children of all physical abilities. The nature center also underwent major renovations to include immersive, three-dimensional exhibits and a new butterfly house. Today, the park encompasses 653 acres, preserving a unique geologic and biological corridor amidst the bustling Westerville and Northeast Columbus area. **Map of the Park** Here is a map of [Blendon Woods](https://www.metroparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/BLN_map_Inclusive-Playground-and-Butterfly-Trail_May-2025_1980px.png). **Summary** For this event, we will hike the Lake View, Hickory Ridge, Ripple Rock, Overlook, Brookside, and Sugarbush Trails. This sounds like a lot, but it will really be only a little over five miles. Blendon Woods has a few hills here and there, but it's not one of the more strenuous metro parks. **Where We'll Meet** We'll meet just in front of the Nature Center. This is about a mile into the park from the main entrance. You have to go past the Ranger Station and the Shadblow Reservable Area to get to it, so don't stop too early at the Ranger Station and get it confused with the Nature Center. **After the Hike** Afterward, we will head over to [Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery](https://forbiddenroot.com/restaurants/columbus-ohio/) at Easton for [drinks](https://forbiddenroot.com/restaurants/columbus-ohio/#dinner-menu) and [food](https://forbiddenroot.com/wp-content/uploads/Cbus-Food.pdf). We should be there by 5 if you can't make the hike and just want to join us for drinks. The brewery's actual address is [4080 Worth Ave, Columbus, OH 43219](https://www.google.com/maps/place/4080+Worth+Ave,+Columbus,+OH+43219/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x88388a86d10b6619:0x4d42b470a5cf11d3?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111); however, I recommend pointing your GPS to the [Worth Garage](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Worth+Garage/@40.0542293,-82.9137962,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x88388b4df6082825:0x17582f0eccd9dda1!8m2!3d40.0542293!4d-82.9137962!16s%2Fg%2F11rzfvvv8b?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDQxNS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D) across the street. Parking in this garage is free as long as you're not on the first floor, and it is literally right next to the brewery.