Morning hike and talk with naturalist on endangered freshwater mussels

Educational Forum Topic: Endangered Freshwater Mussels

When: Saturday, June 27, 2026, 9am-12noon

Location: Battelle Darby Metropark, Indian Ridge picnic area parking lot. At the base of the hill, park at the second parking lot near the restrooms with a kiosk next to it.

Itinerary:
9:00-10:00am: Endangered freshwater mussels talk.

10:00-12:00noon: 4-mile loop hike on Terrace Trail and Ancient Trail

What to Bring: Wear cool, comfortable clothing for hiking, sturdy hiking shoes, bug spray, sunscreen and water.

Restrictions: No pets allowed on the trails.

Event speaker: Elaine Hall, Assistant Resource Manager & Darby Watershed Coordinator with Columbus and Franklin County Metroparks, will lead a discussion focused on endangered freshwater mussels found in Big Darby Creek.

Following the forum, volunteers will lead the group on a roughly 4-mile hike beginning with Terrace Trail and continuing on the Ancient Trail, leading back to the parking lot.

Register at: https://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=701Po00001qoLUFIA2

Contact: Ginny Roedig, 440-497-9876 cell, 440-257-3281 landline, Roedig5@msn.com email.